Campaign Finance
Contribution Limit
Definition
The maximum amount an individual, PAC, or party can give to a candidate or political committee per election. The primary and general elections count separately. For 2025-2026, an individual may give $3,500 per election to a candidate. Limits are set by law and adjusted for inflation by the FEC.
Related Terms
FEC
Federal Election Commission. The independent agency that enforces campaign finance laws for federal elections.
Hard MoneyCampaign contributions that are subject to federal limits and disclosure requirements.
PACPolitical Action Committee. An organization that raises and spends money to elect or defeat candidates, subject to contribution limits.
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Common Questions
- What does "Contribution Limit" mean?
- The maximum amount an individual, PAC, or party can give to a candidate or political committee per election. The primary and general elections count separately. For 2025-2026, an individual may give $3,500 per election to a candidate. Limits are set by law and adjusted for inflation by the FEC.
- What terms are related to contribution limit?
- Related terms include: FEC, Hard Money, PAC. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for contribution limit.