But there has been an open question: would the FEC interpret that settlement as applying only to NDPAC, or would it universally cease enforcement of regulations it has conceded are unconsitutitional?
We received an answer yesterday. The FEC has announced that all PACs may benefit from the ruling in Carey. But the Commission’s press release suggests more work ahead.
For one thing, political committees must inform the FEC of their plans to avail themselves of Carey. And they must report their new financial activities. Of course, no form exists to do so, doubtless a source of consternation to any federal agency.
As CCP points out, if the FEC's track record is any indication, getting regulations Post-Carey will take a while.
