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[Updated 6/6/2008]

If you experience any difficulty using these tools, contact the FEC electronic Filing office at 202-694-1667.

Electronic Filing Specifications Requirements — specifications for all reports and schedules required to be filed with the Commission.

Validation software — a program designed to check files to ensure compliance with the FEC format requirements. The package also includes sample files that comply with the validation specifications.

Executable and related .DLL — files necessary to upload validated reports to the FEC web site via modem and TCP/IP.

If you have any questions about electronic filing, or would like more information, please call toll free 1-800-424-9530 ext. 1667 or locally 202-694-1667.