Stephen Pina Issues Campaign Accountability Statement for Brockton’s Ward 1 School Committee Race
Brockton, MA – August 4, 2025 — In a race defined by restoring trust, discipline, and transparency in Brockton’s public school system, Ward 1 School Committee candidate Stephen Pina has issued a formal Campaign Accountability Statement, pledging full compliance with Massachusetts campaign finance laws and a commitment to financial integrity throughout his campaign.
“As a father, veteran, and lifelong Brockton resident, I believe voters deserve more than promises—they deserve proof,” said Pina. “That’s why I’m publicly committing to run a campaign that respects both the law and the people’s money.”
Full Compliance With Contribution Laws
Stephen Pina’s campaign will follow Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 55, which governs campaign contributions and political finance. Under state law:
- Individuals may contribute up to $1,000 per calendar year to a municipal candidate’s campaign.
Source: M.G.L. Chapter 55, Section 7A - Corporations and labor unions are strictly prohibited from contributing directly to candidates.
Source: Office of Campaign and Political Finance – Contribution Limits - All political fundraising and expenditures will be tracked and disclosed through required filings with the Brockton City Clerk and the Office of Campaign and Political Finance (OCPF).
Source: OCPF Guide for Municipal Candidates
Filing & Transparency
The campaign will file:
- Form CPF M-101 (Statement of Organization) with the local election authority, as required once contributions are accepted or expenditures made.
Source: OCPF – Forms for Local Candidates - All required campaign finance reports by their respective deadlines, including:
- 8 days before the preliminary election (if applicable)
- 8 days before the general election
- January 20 of the following year
Source: Campaign Finance Disclosure Calendar
No Straw Donors. No Loopholes.
Pina also pledged a zero-tolerance stance toward unethical funding tactics such as “straw donor” schemes (donating under someone else’s name), bundling, or using third-party shell PACs.
“This campaign won’t cut corners. If someone tries to buy influence—don’t bother,” said Pina. “Our loyalty is to the parents, teachers, and taxpayers of Brockton—not to special interests.”
Public Review Encouraged
All campaign finance reports and spending activity will be accessible to the public via the Office of Campaign and Political Finance Public Database. Constituents are encouraged to verify reports at any time and hold the campaign accountable.
Integrity at Every Step
“This isn’t just a campaign—it’s a mission to clean up what’s broken,” Pina stated. “I’m not just running for School Committee. I’m setting a new standard for how campaigns in Brockton should be run: clean, honest, and with complete respect for the law and the people.”
To learn more about Stephen Pina’s platform, visit VotePina.com
Follow the campaign on Facebook and Instagram: @VotePina
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