Findings
Things worth a look on the 2024 candidates' campaign reports, checked against the Illinois Election Code. Each one quotes the rule it rests on and says what to check, including exceptions the reports can't show. They're prompts to look closer at public records, not conclusions.
In 2024, 68 of 258 candidates have something worth a look on their reports.
How the money was spent
Payments to the candidate, their home, and things the law restricts campaign money for.
Where the money came from
Sources over the contribution limit, contributions from abroad, and campaigns carried by party money.
Reporting
Reports and notices filed late or missing, and donor details left out.
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Context How the money was spent · Martin J Moylan State Representative District 55
$44,315.02 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (23)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-10-30 | $15,000 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-05-11 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-06-12 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-07-11 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-08-11 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-09-11 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-10-11 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-11-13 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-12-11 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-01-11 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-02-12 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-03-11 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-04-11 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-05-13 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-06-11 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-07-11 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-08-12 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-09-11 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-10-11 | $1,444 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-11-29 | $890 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-12-30 | $890 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-03-20 | $771 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company LLC | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-03-21 | $771 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Laura M Murphy State Senator District 28
$34,257.34 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (25)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payoff | 2024-07-15 | $18,000 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-09-06 | $774 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-08-29 | $737 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-10-11 | $737 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-11-12 | $737 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-12-11 | $737 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-01-18 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-02-17 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-03-17 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-04-18 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-05-18 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-06-16 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-07-18 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-08-18 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-09-18 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-10-18 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-11-17 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-12-18 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-01-18 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-02-16 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-03-18 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-04-18 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-05-17 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-06-18 | $660 |
| Golf Mill Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-07-16 | $659 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Anthony DeLuca State Representative District 80
$21,226.85 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (23)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Joe Rizza Alfa Romero | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-08-29 | $1,621 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-11-04 | $990 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-08-12 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-09-06 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-10-09 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-12-05 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-12-30 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-02-06 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-03-01 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-04-17 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-05-10 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-06-06 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-07-12 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-08-05 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-09-03 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-10-13 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-11-11 | $970 |
| Stellantis Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-12-05 | $970 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-02-08 | $620 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-03-13 | $620 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-04-14 | $620 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-05-18 | $620 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-06-10 | $620 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · David M Koehler State Senator District 46
$21,100.75 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (23)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-02-13 | $5,000 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-04-18 | $1,400 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-01-18 | $701 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-03-02 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-06-02 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-07-03 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-08-02 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-09-05 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-10-02 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-11-02 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-12-04 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-01-02 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-02-02 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-03-04 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-04-02 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-05-02 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-06-03 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-07-02 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-08-02 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-09-03 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-10-02 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-11-04 | $700 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-12-02 | $700 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Jeff Keicher State Representative District 70
$19,876.40 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (15)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-12-20 | $2,528 |
| Manning Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Auto Lease | 2023-09-08 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-09-21 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Auto Lease | 2023-10-23 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-02-08 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Vehicle lease | 2024-03-08 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-04-01 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-05-09 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-06-07 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-07-08 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-08-09 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-09-09 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-10-08 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-11-08 | $1,239 |
| Ford Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-12-09 | $1,239 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Marcus C Evans Jr State Representative District 33
$17,576.54 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (4)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Rizza Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-02-20 | $10,143 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-06-02 | $3,225 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-08-25 | $2,597 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-09-22 | $1,612 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Lakesia Collins State Senator District 5
$16,463.72 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (10)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-04-05 | $9,010 |
| Allstate | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease insurance | 2024-10-02 | $1,844 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-11-15 | $703 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-05-06 | $702 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-07-16 | $702 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-10-11 | $702 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-08-13 | $702 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-06-07 | $701 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-09-06 | $700 |
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-12-03 | $699 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Carol. Ammons State Representative District 103
$15,336.13 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (25)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-10-29 | $650 |
| Napleton's Auto Park of Urbana | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-04-04 | $647 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-05-09 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-06-05 | $646 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-07-08 | $646 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-07-31 | $646 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-08-23 | $646 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-09-30 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-12-27 | $646 |
| US Bank | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-11-26 | $642 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-01-13 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-02-16 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-03-16 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-04-17 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-05-16 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-06-16 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-07-17 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-08-16 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-09-18 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-10-16 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-11-16 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-12-19 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-01-17 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-02-20 | $592 |
| Toyota Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-03-19 | $592 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Michael E Hastings State Senator District 19
$13,944.03 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (24)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-05-17 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-01-06 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-02-06 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-03-06 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-04-10 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-05-08 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-06-06 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-07-06 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-08-07 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-09-06 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-10-06 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-11-06 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-12-06 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-01-08 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-02-20 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-03-18 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-04-17 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-06-17 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-07-17 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-08-19 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-09-17 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-10-17 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-11-18 | $581 |
| Ford Motor Credit | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-12-17 | $581 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Javier Loera Cervantes State Senator District 1
$12,883.42 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment, clothing or laundry
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (25 of 28)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-08-21 | $775 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2023-12-19 | $680 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2023-10-20 | $647 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2023-11-29 | $647 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-01-24 | $647 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-02-26 | $647 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-03-27 | $647 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-04-29 | $647 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-05-29 | $647 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-08-20 | $545 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-09-16 | $545 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2023-08-22 | $540 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-11-19 | $540 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-12-17 | $540 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-10-18 | $525 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-06-28 | $452 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2023-05-23 | $397 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2023-06-16 | $390 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2023-01-24 | $389 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2023-03-23 | $389 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2023-02-21 | $388 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2023-04-25 | $388 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2023-09-26 | $358 |
| Lincoln AFS | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2023-05-17 | $195 |
| U N I Cleaners & Tailors | clothing or laundry | Dry Cleaning | 2023-09-22 | $112 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Ryan Spain State Representative District 73
$12,579.81 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (16)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Truck lease | 2024-03-08 | $1,156 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Truck lease | 2024-11-08 | $1,156 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Truck lease | 2024-12-09 | $1,156 |
| Uftring Ford | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Truck lease payment | 2023-09-01 | $956 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Truck lease payment | 2023-09-12 | $956 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Truck lease payment | 2023-10-12 | $956 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Truck lease payment | 2023-11-13 | $956 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Truck lease payment | 2023-12-15 | $956 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Truck lease payment | 2024-01-08 | $956 |
| Ford Motor Credit Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Truck lease payment | 2024-10-08 | $956 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-02-13 | $530 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-03-13 | $530 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-07-11 | $530 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-08-11 | $530 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-09-12 | $149 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-09-12 | $149 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Sonya M Harper State Representative District 6
$11,768.16 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (24)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-01-24 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-02-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-03-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-04-25 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-05-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-06-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-07-25 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-08-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-09-25 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-10-24 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-11-24 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-12-26 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-01-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-02-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2024-03-25 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car Payment | 2024-04-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2024-05-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2024-06-25 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2024-07-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2024-08-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2024-09-24 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2024-10-23 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2024-11-25 | $490 |
| Ally | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car payment | 2024-12-24 | $490 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Mary E Flowers State Representative District 31
$11,037.75 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (17)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-05-01 | $1,500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-07-10 | $1,500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-06-12 | $1,000 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-10-07 | $538 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-01-05 | $500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-02-08 | $500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-03-06 | $500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-04-05 | $500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-05-10 | $500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-07-13 | $500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-08-09 | $500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-09-05 | $500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-10-10 | $500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-11-08 | $500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-03-29 | $500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-04-11 | $500 |
| Citizens One | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-08-14 | $500 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Joyce Mason State Representative District 61
$10,949.46 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (24)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-01-03 | $468 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-02-02 | $468 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-03-02 | $468 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-04-03 | $468 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-05-02 | $468 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-06-02 | $468 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-07-05 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-08-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-09-05 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-10-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-11-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-12-04 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-01-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-02-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-03-04 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-04-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-05-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-06-03 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-07-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-08-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-09-03 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-10-02 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-11-04 | $452 |
| Ford Motor Company | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-12-02 | $452 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Nicholas Smith State Representative District 34
$10,170.40 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (16)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-01-17 | $666 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-01-17 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-02-17 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-03-17 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-10-17 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-11-17 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-12-19 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-02-20 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-03-19 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-04-17 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-05-17 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-08-19 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-09-17 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-10-22 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-11-19 | $634 |
| Ally Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-12-17 | $634 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Kimberly A Lightford State Senator District 4
$9,265.76 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment, clothing or laundry
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (7)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Audi Naperville | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease down payment | 2024-08-02 | $8,500 |
| Forever21 | clothing or laundry | Clothing | 2024-04-19 | $166 |
| Righteous Kicks | clothing or laundry | Clothing | 2024-05-10 | $162 |
| Pandora | clothing or laundry | Clothing | 2024-05-03 | $162 |
| H & M | clothing or laundry | Clothing | 2024-05-06 | $147 |
| Righteous Kicks | clothing or laundry | Clothing | 2024-05-03 | $108 |
| H & M | clothing or laundry | Clothing | 2024-05-06 | $19 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Paul Faraci State Senator District 52
$7,907.35 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (12)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ford City Champaign | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2023-12-21 | $859 |
| Ford City Champaign | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-01-11 | $644 |
| Ford City Champaign | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-03-18 | $644 |
| Ford City Champaign | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-04-17 | $640 |
| Ford City Champaign | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-05-14 | $640 |
| Ford City Champaign | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-06-17 | $640 |
| Ford City Champaign | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-07-15 | $640 |
| Ford City Champaign | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-08-15 | $640 |
| Ford City Champaign | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-09-19 | $640 |
| Ford City Champaign | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-10-11 | $640 |
| Ford City Champaign | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-11-14 | $640 |
| Ford City Champaign | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease | 2024-12-13 | $640 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Robert "Bob" Rita State Representative District 28
$4,990.50 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (7)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| GM Financial Leasing | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-03-13 | $750 |
| GM Financial Leasing | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-06-13 | $750 |
| GM Financial Leasing | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-07-31 | $750 |
| GM Financial Leasing | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-12-31 | $750 |
| GM Financial Leasing | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-02-03 | $750 |
| GM Financial Leasing | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-05-13 | $750 |
| Enterprise Leasing Co. | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-03-28 | $491 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Willie Preston State Senator District 16
$4,063.97 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment, clothing or laundry
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (6)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| American Credit Acceptance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-03-01 | $1,862 |
| American Credit Acceptance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-11-12 | $493 |
| American Credit Acceptance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-01-16 | $483 |
| American Credit Acceptance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-04-12 | $483 |
| American Credit Acceptance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-07-15 | $483 |
| Mens Wearhouse | clothing or laundry | Clothing | 2024-03-18 | $259 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Michael J Kelly State Representative District 15
$3,595.47 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (3)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-11-04 | $1,198 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-11-25 | $1,198 |
| Stellantis | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-12-23 | $1,198 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · La Shawn K Ford State Representative District 8
$3,448 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (1)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Ford motor | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2024-10-16 | $3,448 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Brad Stephens State Representative District 20
$2,559.81 in payments described as a vehicle purchase, lease or payment
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (1)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| GM Financial | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2023-08-25 | $2,560 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work
Context How the money was spent · Robyn Gabel State Representative District 18
$1,500 in payments described as tuition or school costs
The Election Code bars campaign money for club and gym dues, clothing, vehicles not used mainly for the campaign, and tuition, each with exceptions. These payments' descriptions name one of those.
What to check- Club: renting a club for a specific campaign event is allowed; dues aren't.
- Clothing: costumes or items worn to advertise the campaign are allowed.
- Vehicle: allowed when used primarily for the campaign or government duties.
- Tuition: allowed for education directly tied to the official's duties.
The entries (1)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|
| Evanston Community Foundation | tuition or school costs | Tuition | 2023-02-07 | $1,500 |
Rule: Car leases and other restricted spending
“For membership or club dues charged by organizations, clubs, or facilities that are primarily engaged in providing health, exercise, or recreational services”10 ILCS 5/9-8.10(a)(7) ✓ quoted from the saved copy · how findings work