$5,975.80 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 (11)
| Name | Kind | Purpose (as reported) | Date | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2022-09-12 | $679 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Auto lease | 2021-12-13 | $530 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Auto lease | 2022-01-11 | $530 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Auto lease | 2022-02-11 | $530 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Auto lease | 2022-03-11 | $530 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2022-07-11 | $530 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Car lease payment | 2022-08-11 | $530 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Auto Lease | 2022-10-11 | $530 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Auto lease | 2022-11-14 | $530 |
| Kia Motors Finance | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Auto lease | 2022-12-12 | $530 |
| Mike Miller Auto | a vehicle purchase, lease or payment | Vehicle lease | 2021-09-13 | $529 |
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