Number: RL34534
Title: Public Financing of Presidential Campaigns: Overview and Analysis
Authors: R. Sam Garrett, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: This report discusses current controversies and arguments for and against public financing of presidential campaigns, legislative history, elements of the program, taxpayer and candidate participation, financial status of the program, current legislation, and analysis of various policy proposals. If Congress chooses to alter the program, consensus will be necessary in what has historically been a particularly complex and contentious area of campaign finance policy.
Pages: 41
Date: September 16, 2008