Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Rykerson4senate.com (“the Campaign,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects information provided by visitors to our website.

We respect your privacy and are committed to complying with applicable federal and state laws, including the Maine Clean Election Act (MCEA).

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Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use our Site:

• Personal Information You Provide Directly - When you interact with the Campaign, you may voluntarily provide personal information such as: Name; email address; mailing address;  phone number; volunteer interests or survey responses; occupation and employer.

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Because this campaign participates in the Maine Clean Election Act, we do not solicit or accept private contributions beyond what is permitted by law. Therefore, the Site will not collect or process standard donation or payment information unless explicitly authorized by the Maine Ethics Commission.

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How We Use Your Information

The Campaign may use your information for purposes such as: Communicating about campaign news, events, or volunteer opportunities; responding to inquiries and feedback

Managing event registrations and volunteer coordination; complying with election reporting or disclosure obligations under Maine law; Improving the Site and outreach strategies.

 

Your personal information will not be sold, rented, or exchanged with other organizations or candidates.

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Data Sharing and Disclosure

The Campaign may share limited information:

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• As required by law, including compliance with state or federal election reporting rules.

• With service providers who assist with technical, communication, or compliance support (e.g., email service platforms). These providers are contractually bound to protect your information.

• With your consent, if you explicitly agree to share your information for a specific purpose.

• We do not share, sell, or lease personal data to third parties for commercial purposes.

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Maine Clean Election Act (MCEA) Compliance

This campaign participates in the Maine Clean Election Act, which limits and regulates campaign financing.

In accordance with MCEA:

• We will not collect, store, or process financial contribution data unless it relates to qualifying or seed money contributions permitted by law.

• We will maintain transparent recordkeeping as required by the Maine Ethics Commission.

• All disclosures and communications will comply with MCEA ethics and reporting standards.

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For details on the Maine Clean Election program, visit: https://www.maine.gov/ethics/

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Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect the security of your information. However, no data transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. By using this Site, you acknowledge that you provide information at your own risk.

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Email and Text Communications

If you provide your contact information, you may receive updates from the Campaign via email or text message. You can unsubscribe at any time by following the opt-out instructions in any message or by contacting us directly.

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External Links

Our Site may contain links to other websites or social media pages not operated by the Campaign. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

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Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for campaign operations, legal compliance, or recordkeeping purposes under Maine Ethics Commission guidelines. Once the campaign concludes, data may be securely archived or deleted.

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Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting the Campaign using the contact details below. We will comply with such requests to the extent required by law.

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Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.