California Fair Political Practices Commission


The Fair Political Practices Commission of California is a five-member independent nonpartisan commission that has primary responsibility for the impartial and effective administration of the Political Reform Act of 1974. The commission's objectives are to ensure that public officials act in a fair and unbiased manner in the governmental decision-making process, to promote transparency in government, and to foster public trust in the political system.
The commission is similar to the Federal Election Commission in its campaign finance responsibilities. It differs from the FEC in its authority in lobbying and conflicts of interest.
It was created by California Proposition 9 in the June 1974 elections, known as the Political Reform Act of 1974, regulates campaign financing, conflicts of interest, lobbying, and governmental ethics.
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Organization

CommissionerPositionTermAppointing Officer
Adam E. SilverChair2024-2027Governor Gavin Newsom
E. Dotson WilsonCommissioner2019–2027Governor Gavin Newsom
Abby WoodCommissioner2021–2025Secretary of State Shirley Weber
Catharine BakerCommissioner2021–2025Controller Betty Yee
Elsa OrtizCommissioner2022-2025Attorney General Rob Bonta

NamePosition
Galena WestExecutive Director
David BainbridgeGeneral Counsel
James LindsayChief of Enforcement
Jue WangChief of Administration
Shrdha ShahChief of Audits and Assistance