### Question
How is the "applicable electioneering communication" defined?


### Answer
The term **applicable electioneering communication** is defined in *52 U.S.C. § 30118* as follows -

> an electioneering communication (within the meaning of section 30104(f)(3) of this title) which is made by any entity described in subsection (a) of this section or by any other person using funds donated by an entity described in subsection (a) of this section

#### Citation:
  - *52 U.S.C. § 30118*
  - Heading: **Subtitle III-Federal Campaign Finance > CHAPTER 301-FEDERAL ELECTION CAMPAIGNS > SUBCHAPTER I-DISCLOSURE OF FEDERAL CAMPAIGN FUNDS**

