Policy 5560

FISCAL ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING
5560 USE OF FEDERAL FUNDS FOR POLITICAL EXPENDITURES


The Board prohibits the use of any federal funds for partisan political purposes or expenditures of any kind by any person or organization involved in the administration of federally assisted programs. 

This policy refers generally, but is not limited to, lobbying activities, publications, or other materials intended for influencing legislation or other partisan political activities.

The Board assigns the Purchasing Agent the responsibility of monitoring expenditures of federal funds so that these funds are not used for partisan political purposes.


Policy References:

OMB Circular A-87 Cost Principles for State, Local and Indian Tribal Governments (revised May 10, 2004)
Compliance Supplement for Single Audit of State and Local Governments (revised June 27, 2003) supplementing OMB Circular A133  

NOTE:  Refer also to 
Policy 6430 - Employee Political Activities


Adopted: 6/22/99
Revised: 9/6/22

Policy 5560