Primary definition
(PAC) From FEC's glossary: Popular term for a political committee that is neither a party committee nor an authorized committee of a candidate. PACs directly or indirectly established, administered or financially supported by a corporation or labor organization.
Also known asPAC · Political Action Committee · Political Action Committees
— EAC Glossary of TermsView source
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EAC
U.S. Election Assistance Commission
(PAC) From FEC's glossary: Popular term for a political committee that is neither a party committee nor an authorized committee of a candidate. PACs directly or indirectly established, administered or financially supported by a corporation or labor organization.
EAC Glossary of Terms · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Political Action Committee. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved September 12, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/political-action-committee
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EAC Glossary of Terms
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