Micronesia, Federated States of
| Question | Value |
|---|---|
1. Is there a ban on donations from foreign interests to political parties? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
2. Is there a ban on donations from foreign interests to candidates? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
3. Is there a ban on corporate donations to political parties? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
4. Is there a ban on corporate donations to candidates? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
5. Is there a ban on donations from Trade Unions to political parties? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
6. Is there a ban on donations from Trade Unions to candidates? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
7. Is there a ban on anonymous donations to political parties? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
8. Is there a ban on anonymous donations to candidates? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
9. Is there a ban on donations from corporations with government contracts to political parties? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
10. Is there a ban on donations from corporations with government contracts to candidates? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
11. Is there a ban on donations from corporations with partial government ownership to political parties? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
12. Is there a ban on donations from corporations with partial government ownership to candidates? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
13. Is there a ban on the use of state resources in favour or against a political party or candidate? |
Code
Yes
Comment
Government vehicles may not be used. Public employees may not be used for campaign purposes while on government business. Public property and broadcast facilities may not be used for campaign activities, unless they are being made equally available to all candidates. Source
(3) Notwithstanding anything in subsections (1) and (2) of this section, no National Government vehicle shall be used by a candidate, or his or her supporters, for campaign activities. (4) No candidate shall use the services of Public Employees for campaign activities during working hours or while such employees are conducting government business. Source: Article 108, Title 9, Revised Code of the Federated States of Micronesia 2014, (1) No Public Property shall be made available, without cost, to a candidate in a National Election, or his or her supporters, for campaign activities; provided, however, that campaign materials may be displayed on Public Property without cost so long as the campaign materials do not damage or deface that property and the candidate, or his or her supporters, remove such materials prior to 12:00 a.m. on Election Day pursuant to section 705 of this title. (2) If Public Property is made available to a candidate in a National Election, or his or her supporters, such property shall be made available on an equal basis to all opposing candidates and their supporters. Source: Article 108, Title 9, Revised Code of the Federated States of Micronesia 2014,
(1) If any broadcast or print media, either public or private, permits a candidate in a National Election, or his or her supporters, to use its facilities or publications, it shall afford access on an equal basis to all opposing candidates, or their supporters, without censorship. No obligation is imposed under this section upon any broadcast or print media to allow the use of its facilities or publications by any candidate in a National Election. Appearance by, or mention of, a candidate in any bona fide news story or interview shall not be deemed to be use of a broadcast facility or publication within the meaning of this section. (2) All broadcast and print media carrying campaign advertisements shall clearly identify each campaign advertisement and shall indicate the candidate, or supporters of the candidate, responsible for the advertisement. (3) No broadcast or print media shall permit use of its facilities or publications by any candidate in a National Election, or his or her supporters, on Election Day. Source: Article 109, Title 9, Revised Code of the Federated States of Micronesia 2014, |
14. Is there a limit on the amount a donor can contribute to a political party during a non-election specific period? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
15. If there is a limit on the amount a donor can contribute to a political party during a non-election specific period, what is the limit? |
Code
Not applicable
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
16. Is there a limit on the amount a donor can contribute to a political party during an election? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
17. If there is a limit on the amount a donor can contribute to a political party during an election, what is the limit? |
Code
Not applicable
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
18. Is there a limit on the amount a donor can contribute to a candidate? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
19. If there is a limit on the amount a donor can contribute to a candidate, what is the limit? |
Code
Not applicable
Comment
BLANK |
20. Is there a limit on the amount a candidate can contribute to their own election campaign? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
21. Is there a limit on in-kind donations to political parties? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
22. Is there a limit on in-kind donations to candidates? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
23. Is there a ban on political parties engaging in commercial activities? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
24. Is there a ban on political parties taking loans in relation to election campaigns? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
25. Is there a ban on candidates taking loans in relation to election campaigns? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
26. Is there a ban on donors to political parties/candidates participating in public tender/procurement processes? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. No regulation of this in relation to candidates is contained in current legislation Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
27. Are there provisions requiring donations to go through the banking system? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
| Question | Value |
|---|---|
28. Are there provisions for direct public funding to political parties? |
Code
No public funding available
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
29. What are the eligibility criteria for political parties to receive public funding? |
Code
Not applicable
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
30. What is the allocation calculation for political parties to receive public funding? |
Code
Not applicable
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
31. What are the provisions on 'ear marking' direct public funding to political parties (how it should be used)? |
Code
Not applicable
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
32. Are there provisions for free or subsidized access to media for political parties? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
33. What criteria determine allocation for free or subsidized access to media for political parties? |
Code
Not applicable
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
34. Are there provisions for free or subsidized access to media for candidates? |
Code
No
Comment
Candidates have equal access to broadcast and print media but there is no requirement for free or subsidized access to media Source
(1) If any broadcast or print media, either public or private, permits a candidate in a National Election, or his or her supporters, to use its facilities or publications, it shall afford access on an equal basis to all opposing candidates, or their supporters, without censorship. No obligation is imposed under this section upon any broadcast or print media to allow the use of its facilities or publications by any candidate in a National Election. Appearance by, or mention of, a candidate in any bona fide news story or interview shall not be deemed to be use of a broadcast facility or publication within the meaning of this section. (2) All broadcast and print media carrying campaign advertisements shall clearly identify each campaign advertisement and shall indicate the candidate, or supporters of the candidate, responsible for the advertisement. (3) No broadcast or print media shall permit use of its facilities or publications by any candidate in a National Election, or his or her supporters, on Election Day. Source: Article 109, Title 9, Revised Code of the Federated States of Micronesia 2014, |
35. Are there provisions for any other form of indirect public funding? |
Code
Yes
Comment
BLANK Source
(1) No Public Property shall be made available, without cost, to a candidate in a National Election, or his or her supporters, for campaign activities; provided, however, that campaign materials may be displayed on Public Property without cost so long as the campaign materials do not damage or deface that property and the candidate, or his or her supporters, remove such materials prior to 12:00 a.m. on Election Day pursuant to section 705 of this title. (2) If Public Property is made available to a candidate in a National Election, or his or her supporters, such property shall be made available on an equal basis to all opposing candidates and their supporters. Source: Article 108, Title 9, Revised Code of the Federated States of Micronesia 2014, |
36. Is the provision of direct public funding to political parties tied to gender equality among candidates? |
Code
Not applicable
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
37. Are there provisions for other financial advantages to encourage gender equality in political parties? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
| Question | Value |
|---|---|
38. Is there a ban on vote buying? |
Code
Yes
Comment
The ban on vote buying excludes the provision of transport to a polling station, but no public funds may be used for this Source
(1) Any person who knowingly violates any of the provisions of this title or any rules or regulations promulgated pursuant thereto, or commits any of the unlawful acts set forth herein or elsewhere in this title, for which a penalty is not otherwise provided, shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $500, or imprisonment for not more than one year, or both. (2) It shall be unlawful for any person, directly or indirectly, personally or through another, to knowingly commit the following acts: (a) give, procure, promise or lend or offer to give, procure, promise or lend anything of value for the purpose of inducing or compelling a person to vote or refrain from voting for any particular person or issue, or to sign or refrain from signing a nomination petition; Source: Article 111, Title 9, Revised Code of the Federated States of Micronesia 2014,
(4) Any person who, directly or indirectly, personally or through another, knowingly accepts anything of value for voting or refraining from voting for any particular person or issue, or for signing or refraining from signing a nomination petition shall be guilty of a national offense and upon conviction shall be fined not more than $500, or imprisoned for not more than one year, or both. (5) Notwithstanding the violations provided in this section, it shall not be unlawful for a person to provide voters with private means of transportation to and from the Polling Place on Election Day so long as no public funds are expended in providing this service. Source: Article 111, Title 9, Revised Code of the Federated States of Micronesia 2014, |
39. Are there limits on the amount a political party can spend? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
40. If there are limits on the amount a political party can spend, what is the limit? |
Code
Not applicable
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
41. Are there limits on the amount a candidate can spend? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
42. If there are limits on the amount a candidate can spend, what is the limit? |
Code
Not applicable
Comment
BLANK |
43. Are there limits on the amount that third parties can spend on election campaign activities? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
44. Are there limits on traditional media advertising spending in relation to election campaigns? |
Code
No
Comment
The law provides for candidates to have equal access to broadcast and print media but does not set any limits Source
(1) If any broadcast or print media, either public or private, permits a candidate in a National Election, or his or her supporters, to use its facilities or publications, it shall afford access on an equal basis to all opposing candidates, or their supporters, without censorship. No obligation is imposed under this section upon any broadcast or print media to allow the use of its facilities or publications by any candidate in a National Election. Appearance by, or mention of, a candidate in any bona fide news story or interview shall not be deemed to be use of a broadcast facility or publication within the meaning of this section. (2) All broadcast and print media carrying campaign advertisements shall clearly identify each campaign advertisement and shall indicate the candidate, or supporters of the candidate, responsible for the advertisement. (3) No broadcast or print media shall permit use of its facilities or publications by any candidate in a National Election, or his or her supporters, on Election Day. Source: Article 109, Title 9, Revised Code of the Federated States of Micronesia 2014, |
45. Are there limits on online media advertising spending in relation to election campaigns? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
46. Do any other restrictions on online media advertisement (beyond limits) exist? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
| Question | Value |
|---|---|
47. Do political parties have to report regularly on their finances? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018
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48. Do political parties have to report on their election campaign finances? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018
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49. Do candidates have to report on their election campaign finances? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
50. Do third parties have to report on election campaign finances? |
Code
No
Comment
BLANK |
51. Is information in reports from political parties and/or candidates to be made public? |
Code
Not applicable
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
52. Must reports from political parties and/or candidates reveal the identity of donors? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. No regulation of this in relation to candidates is contained in current legislation Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
53. Must reports from political parties and/or candidates include information on itemized income? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. No regulation of this in relation to candidates is contained in current legislation Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
54. Must reports from political parties and/or candidates include information on itemized spending? |
Code
No
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. No regulation of this in relation to candidates is contained in current legislation Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
55. Which institution(s) receives financial reports from political parties and/or candidates? |
Code
No Institution specified
Comment
There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. No regulation of this in relation to candidates is contained in current legislation Source
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
56. Which institution(s) is responsible for examining financial reports and/or investigating violations? |
Code
EMB
Comment
Alleged vote buying and abuse of State resources by candidates is investigated by the National Director of Elections as part of his/her general supervisory powers, and who can request assistance in this from other State bodies. . There is no regulatory framework for other aspects of political finance. There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
The National Election Director shall have responsibility for the overall supervision and administration of all National Elections, and shall perform such duties as are prescribed by law or regulation, which include, but are not limited to, the following: …. (9) to review and investigate all registration and election irregularities, and any other alleged violations of this title, and where appropriate, to seek the assistance of other departments and agencies within the National Government with such investigations, provided, that in relation to assistance from the Department of Justice: (a) the Secretary of Justice or an attorney employed by the Department of Justice shall not provide assistance to the National Election Director unless he or she makes a written request for legal advice, in which the scope of the legal advice sought is clearly identified; (b) when providing legal advice pursuant to paragraph (9)(a) of this section, neither the Secretary of Justice nor any attorney employed by the Department of Justice shall make a decision in relation to a matter arising under this title independently of the National Election Director; and (c) notwithstanding anything in this subsection, neither the Secretary of Justice nor any attorney employed by the Department of Justice shall actively participate in the conduct of a National Election, provided, that he or she may be present to observe and provide advice upon request; Source: Article 303, Title 9, Revised Code of the Federated States of Micronesia 2014,
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
57. What power is granted to the institution(s) responsible for examining reports and/or investigating violations? |
Code
Carry out investigation
Comment
Alleged vote buying and abuse if State resources by candidates can be investigated by the National Director of Elections, and who can request assistance in this from other State bodies. There is no regulatory framework for other aspects of political finance. There are no political parties in Micronesia, and political parties are not regulated in the Constitution, or the Code of the Federated States of Micronesia. Source
The National Election Director shall have responsibility for the overall supervision and administration of all National Elections, and shall perform such duties as are prescribed by law or regulation, which include, but are not limited to, the following: …. (9) to review and investigate all registration and election irregularities, and any other alleged violations of this title, and where appropriate, to seek the assistance of other departments and agencies within the National Government with such investigations, provided, that in relation to assistance from the Department of Justice: (a) the Secretary of Justice or an attorney employed by the Department of Justice shall not provide assistance to the National Election Director unless he or she makes a written request for legal advice, in which the scope of the legal advice sought is clearly identified; (b) when providing legal advice pursuant to paragraph (9)(a) of this section, neither the Secretary of Justice nor any attorney employed by the Department of Justice shall make a decision in relation to a matter arising under this title independently of the National Election Director; and (c) notwithstanding anything in this subsection, neither the Secretary of Justice nor any attorney employed by the Department of Justice shall actively participate in the conduct of a National Election, provided, that he or she may be present to observe and provide advice upon request; Source: Article 303, Title 9, Revised Code of the Federated States of Micronesia 2014,
In absence of political parties, all candidates stand as independents in Micronesia and campaigning usually focuses on local issues Source: IPU Parline Database, Federated States of Micronesia Congress Last Elections (March 2017) at http://archive.ipu.org/parline-e/reports/2213_E.htm accessed January 20 2018 |
58. What sanctions are provided for political finance infractions? |
Code
Comment
Sanctions are only applicable to vote buying. Other aspects of political finance are not regulated. Source
(1) Any person who knowingly violates any of the provisions of this title or any rules or regulations promulgated pursuant thereto, or commits any of the unlawful acts set forth herein or elsewhere in this title, for which a penalty is not otherwise provided, shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $500, or imprisonment for not more than one year, or both. Source: Article 111, Title 9, Revised Code of the Federated States of Micronesia 2014, |
