POLYAS Election Glossary
We provide explanations and background information on elections, voting rights and digital democracy
We provide explanations and background information on elections, voting rights and digital democracy
The Federal Election Commission (FEC) is an independent, statutory body in the United States charged with regulating federal election financing. The FEC was established by Congress in 1975 and consists of six commissioners appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate.
Functions performed by the FEC include:
See also: