Columbus approves new campaign finance contribution limits
On January 14, 2019, Columbus City Council voted to approve new campaign finance contribution limits. Individual contributions are now limited to a total of $12,707.79 per year, the same limit set for State of Ohio officials. The council also amended legislation to require any candidate or group raising $1,000 or more to file campaign finance reports. These city ordinances are scheduled to go into effect March 1.
