Florida § 97.0291 - Prohibition on use of private funds for election-related expenses.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 97.0291 — Prohibition on use of private funds for election-related expenses., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 97.0291. Prohibition on use of private funds for election-related expenses.
No agency or state or local official responsible for conducting elections, including, but not limited to, a supervisor of elections, may solicit, accept, use, or dispose of any donation in the form of money, grants, property, or personal services from an individual or a nongovernmental entity for the purpose of funding any type of expenses related to election administration, including, but not limited to, voter education, voter outreach, voter registration programs, or the cost of any litigation related to election administration. This section does not prohibit the donation and acceptance of space to be used for a polling room or an early voting site.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 97.0291
What does Florida Statutes § 97.0291 cover?
Section 97.0291 ("Prohibition on use of private funds for election-related expenses.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 97.0291?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 97.0291 apply to my situation?
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