When are PACs prohibited from making contributions to members of the Texas state legislature?
A) never; they are free to contribute whenever they wish
B) during the regular 140-day session only
C) the period beginning 30 days before and ending 30 days after the regular session
D) in odd calendar years, i.e. 1971, 1973

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PACs are prohibited from making contributions to members of the Texas state legislature during the period beginning 30 days before and ending 30 days after the regular session. This is known as the blackout period. Outside of this period, PACs are free to contribute to members of the Texas state legislature. Option A is incorrect as there are blackout periods during which PACs are prohibited from contributing. Option B is incorrect as it only refers to the regular session and not the blackout period. Option D is incorrect as odd calendar years have no relevance to when PACs can make contributions.

When Are PACs Prohibited from Making Contributions to Members of the Texas