Campaign communication

A media‑neutral term covering any format or medium that (a) advocates for the election or defeat of a clearly identified candidate, (b) has the purpose of injuring a candidate or influencing an election outcome, or (c) solicits a contribution, and thus captures digital ads, social posts, mailers, audio spots, and broadcast ads for purposes of the statute's disclosure rules.

Any communication made in support of or in opposition to a clearly identified candidate or measure (as referenced in ORS 260.005 (10)(c)), with the bill specifying that such communications are covered regardless of aggregate expenditure thresholds, ensuring the disclosure rules apply broadly to campaign-related content irrespective of spending amounts.

A communication, regardless of format or medium, that advocates for the election or defeat of a clearly identified candidate, aims to injure a candidate or influence an election outcome, or solicits a contribution. A candidate is clearly identified if the communication includes their name, video, photograph, drawing, or fabricated media depicting them, or if their identity is apparent by unambiguous reference.

A communication in support of or in opposition to a clearly identified candidate or measure, as defined in ORS 260.005 (10)(c). Notwithstanding ORS 260.005 (10)(c)(B)(i), a campaign communication may involve aggregate expenditures of any amount.