PACE : PAC FAQ

PACE PAC

FAQ of PACE-PAC

What is PAC?

In the United States, a Political Action Committee, or PAC, is the name commonly given to a private group, regardless of size, organized to elect or defeat government officials in order to promote legislation, often supporting the group's special interests.

Why PACE-PAC?

PACE-PAC was formed in order to raise awareness about the contact center industry and to lend support to those political candidates who impact the industry. PACE-PAC is critical for PACE to have a bigger presence on Capitol Hill and in State Houses across the nation.

What’s in it for you?

Most importantly – a strong and prosperous industry!
Chance to participate in a new way in the political process
Chance to attend candidate briefings and political fundraisers
Chance to receive political information communications: newsletters, briefings and pre-election reports

Who does PACE-PAC contribute to?

Candidates with a pro-business philosophy
Candidates that are sensitive to the interests of the contact center industry
Candidates with constituent relationships
Candidates with committee assignments and leadership positions

Over the last few years, PACE-PAC has helped fund and elect several candidates to public office and will continue to support candidates that effectively evaluate every issue when determining public policy.

What are the benefits of PACE having PAC?

Support elected officials who support PACE’s business issues
Make PACE a visible player in the political arena
Allow PACE to participate in good government
Make PACE more proactive

Currently, PACE has begun a campaign to intensify both the PAC’s size and its effectiveness. We strongly encourage PACE member companies to authorize PACE-PAC to solicit its executives.

Can I have my PACE-PAC contribution come directly out of my paycheck?

It’s automatic and provides a steady stream of revenue
It’s painless by automatically withholding small amounts every pay period
It’s easy to administer
Best of all, it will raise more money with ease and efficiency

The funds raised by PACE-PAC were contributed to Members of Congress and candidates for Congress who have been sensitive to the interests of the contact center industry, or are in a position to influence legislation affecting the contact center channel. Many candidates that support the contact center channel from coast-to-coast have received direct and indirect support through PACE-PAC.

Support PACE-PAC
Download the Contribution Form

For information on PACE-PAC, please contact PACE by email or call (317) 816-9336.

Contributions to Political Action Committees are not deductible for Federal Income Tax purposes and may only be made by individuals, not companies. Further, contributions are generally limited to $2,100 per primary plus $2,000 per general election cycle.

Registered with the Federal Election Commission since February 27, 2004, ID# C00397083.

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