How much can FPA members contribute to the FPA PAC?
An individual may not contribute more than $5,000 per year to one PAC. All contributions must be personal and not from corporations. If an individual contributes more than $200 in a calendar year, then federal law requires that the FPA PAC report the full name, mailing address, occupation, and name of the employer for the individual.
Which candidates does the FPA PAC support?
The FPA PAC Board determines which federal candidates receive contributions. The FPA PAC makes contributions based on a non-partisan basis to U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senators who make decisions that influence issues concerning financial planners.
To see a list of federal lawmakers who have received contributions from the FPA PAC, visit OpenSecrets.org.
Are contributions to the FPA PAC tax-deductible?
No, personal contributions to the FPA PAC are not tax-deductible as a charitable contribution for federal income tax purposes.