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Can I collect debit card information from participants in Massachusetts? What are the requirements?

Collecting Debit Card Information in Massachusetts

According to 970 CMR 2.09, a political committee may apply for and receive a debit card linked to the committee’s account, for the purposes of making expenditures. Any debit card maintained and used by a political committee must bear the name of the political committee on the face of the card. The card may also bear the name of the candidate, treasurer, or other agent of the political committee, who has been authorized as a cardholder by the political committee.

Therefore, it is possible for a political committee to collect debit card information from participants in Massachusetts for the purpose of making expenditures. However, there are certain requirements that must be met:

  • The debit card must bear the name of the political committee on the face of the card.
  • The card may also bear the name of the candidate, treasurer, or other agent of the political committee, who has been authorized as a cardholder by the political committee.

It is important to note that a candidate or political committee may not use a debit card for the purpose of obtaining any cash advance or loan of money. Such debit cards may only be used for the purpose of obtaining goods and services.

Additionally, Massachusetts Supplemental Form A PHD-MA-SUPP may require the qualifier to provide certain information, including their name and other additional information as determined by the commission [3.1].

Conclusion

Based on the information provided in 970 CMR 2.09 and Massachusetts Supplemental Form A PHD-MA-SUPP, it is possible for a political committee to collect debit card information from participants in Massachusetts for the purpose of making expenditures. However, the debit card must bear the name of the political committee on the face of the card, and the card may also bear the name of the candidate, treasurer, or other agent of the political committee, who has been authorized as a cardholder by the political committee. The Massachusetts Supplemental Form A PHD-MA-SUPP may require additional information from the qualifier [3.1].

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Massachusetts