Federal law and the laws of many states, including Ohio, specifically prohibit a person from making political contributions in the name of another. Yet many corporations still reimburse employees for political contributions, provide bonuses for political activity, or otherwise communicate that an employee’s salary is intended to be sufficient enough to permit the employee to be politically active. This type of activity is surprisingly prevalent and is being committed by corporate officers who simply do not understand that it is illegal. Read more >>
Most common mistake made by corporate PACs: Giving in the name of another