| Advisory opinion request by Morgan Lamandre as to the propriety of the use of campaign funds to pay for childcare expenses that she would incur as a result of her participation in campaign events and activities. |
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Morgan Lamandre is not currently a candidate for political office, but she is considering being a candidate in the 2019 election. Ms. Lamandre would like guidance as to the propriety of her using campaign funds to pay for childcare expenses that she would incur as a result of her participation in campaign events and activities.
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La. R.S.18:1505.2I provides that campaign funds may not be used for any personal use unrelated to the candidate's campaign or his holding of public office. This Subsection also provides that excess funds may be used for a future campaign; returned to contributors on a pro-rata basis; given as charitable contributions as provided in 26 USC 170(c) or contributions to 501(c)(3) organizations; or in support of or opposition to a proposition, political party or candidate.
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Adopt the proposed advisory opinion.
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| Assigned Attorney: |
Jennifer Land |
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