FEC Online PAC Training Webinar for Trade Associations, June 2026
Summary
The Federal Election Commission announced an online training webinar for trade associations and their political action committees on June 2 and 3, 2026. The two-day event covers federal campaign finance laws, regulations, and reporting requirements through beginner and advanced operations sessions. Two registration options are available at $50 and $40.
“This will be the only in-depth webinar geared specifically toward trade association PACs this year, so register today to reserve your spot.”
What changed
The Federal Election Commission announced a two-day online training webinar for trade associations and their political action committees scheduled for June 2-3, 2026. The event offers two registration options: Option 1 ($50) includes a Basics for Beginners workshop and two Trade Association PAC Operations sessions, while Option 2 ($40) covers only the Wednesday operations sessions. Attendees can use the FEC's participation letter to apply for CLE, CPE, or other continuing education credits.\n\nTrade associations and their PAC administrators seeking to understand federal campaign finance compliance requirements should register to secure their spot, as the FEC notes this is the only in-depth webinar specifically for trade association PACs this year. Registration is available through Pay.gov, and participants will receive materials and log-in instructions by email the day before each session.
Webinar
- Date
- 2026-06-02 at 13:00 – 16:15
- Location
- Virtual
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The Commission will hold an in-depth, online training event for trade associations and their political action committees (PACs) on Tuesday, June 2 and Wednesday, June 3. This live, interactive webinar is designed for those seeking an introduction to the basic provisions of the law as well as for those more experienced in the campaign finance laws relevant to PACs set up and administered by trade associations.
Attendees can choose one of two options. Option 1 includes three sessions: a Basics for Beginners workshop on Tuesday, which will introduce federal campaign finance laws, regulations and reporting requirements to those new to federal committees; and a two-part Trade Association PAC Operations workshop on Wednesday, which will go into much more detail on fundraising, making contributions, reporting scenarios and the disclosure rules that apply to these types of PACs. Option 2, for those with more experience, includes just the two Wednesday afternoon sessions. This will be the only in-depth webinar geared specifically toward trade association PACs this year, so register today to reserve your spot.
Click here to register now Note: This webinar is tailored to PACs set up and administered by trade associations. The webinar for membership and labor organization PACs is scheduled for May 12 & 13. Click here for a full webinar schedule.
Webinar information
The training will take place online via Zoom Webinar. An email containing a link to workshop materials, log-in instructions and additional information will be sent to registered participants the day before the webinar.
Registration information
The cost for Option 1 (Basics & Operations) is $50. The cost for Option 2 (Operations only) is $40. To register, visit the FEC Training Payment page on Pay.gov (the government’s secure portal for online payments. Registrants are encouraged to pay by credit card, as refunds of automated clearinghouse (ACH) payments are not readily available.
Trade Association PAC Webinar Schedule
June 2 & 3, 2026
Option 1
| Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Basics for Beginners | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time |
| Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Trade Association PAC Operations Part 1 | 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Eastern |
| Trade Association PAC Operations Part 2 | 2:45 - 4:15 p.m. Eastern |
Option 2
| Wednesday, June 3, 2026 |
|---|
Registration questions
Please direct all questions about the webinar to conferences@fec.gov or call the FEC’s Information Division at 1-800-424-9530 (menu option 6).
Learning credits
The FEC will provide all attendees with a letter certifying participation in the webinar, which participants can use to independently apply for CLE, CPE or other credits. Email conferences@fec.gov if you have further questions related to educational credit.
Resources
- Register now
- Webinar agenda
- FEC educational outreach opportunities
Author
- Abigail Rison
- Communications Specialist
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This information is not intended to replace the law or to change its meaning, nor does this information create or confer any rights for or on any person or bind the Federal Election Commission or the public.
The reader is encouraged also to consult the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971, as amended (52 U.S.C. 30101 et seq.), Commission regulations (Title 11 of the Code of Federal Regulations), Commission advisory opinions and applicable court decisions.
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