As soon as a prospective candidate decides to form an exploratory committee, he/she must immediately register with the FEC as a candidate.

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The candidate is not required to register with the FEC as a candidate until they have raised or spent over $5,000 in connection with their campaign. However, forming an exploratory committee may trigger certain reporting requirements with the FEC.

As Soon as a Prospective Candidate Decides to Form an Exploratory