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Bernstein Shur says it published an election-season guide for Maine nonprofits
Bernstein Shur said it published an election-season guide discussing nonpartisan civic engagement by Maine nonprofits. The firm said tax-exempt organizations can participate in certain voter education and outreach activities when structured appropriately, and its guide addresses planning those activities alongside federal and state compliance obligations.
Key points
- Bernstein Shur identified voter registration, candidate forums and get-out-the-vote efforts as possible nonpartisan activities.Bernstein Shur
- The firm said charitable organizations must avoid supporting or opposing candidates.Bernstein Shur
- Bernstein Shur said campaign-finance reporting requirements may also apply.Bernstein Shur
- The firm said author Lisa Prosienski brings nearly two decades of political and campaign experience to her practice.Bernstein Shur