County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer used campaign funds for child care in 2022, amid debate over blending personal and campaign finances.

County Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer spent $7,545 in campaign funds on child care in 2022, one of the first uses of a California law permitting such expenses for campaign-related activities. Critics argue this blurs the line between personal and campaign finances. The law allows child care costs deemed "reasonable and necessary" for campaigning, but lacks clarity on specifics. Currently, 36 states and D.C. permit similar fund use to support candidates with child care responsibilities.