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The Vendor Tools contain:

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

Validation software — A program designed to check files ensuring compliance with the FEC format requirements. Also included are sample files that comply with the validation specifications.

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

If you experience any difficulty using these tools or would like more information about electronic filing, contact the FEC Electronic Filing Office at 202-694-1667 or call toll free 1-800-424-9530 ext. 1667

[Updated 7/23/2009]