Number: RL33888 Title: Section 527 Political Organizations: Background and Issues for Federal Election and Tax Laws Authors: R. Sam Garrett, Government and Finance Division; Erika Lunder and L. Paige Whitaker, American Law Division Abstract: This report explores the evolution of the 527 issue and attempts to address it in the courts, the Federal Election Commission, and Congress. Pages: 38 Date: February 8, 2008