What is PARLAC?

Political Action Reporters Los Angeles County

PARLAC is the acronym for Political Action Reporters Los Angeles County. PARLAC is a Political Action Committee registered with the California Secretary of State.

Political action committees collect contributions into one fund that may be used to support or oppose state or local candidates, causes, legislation, or initiatives. PARLAC is funded by court reporters employed by the Los Angeles Superior Court who choose to participate.

Court reporters who choose to be members of PARLAC contribute dues in the amount of $7.50 per month.

What is the Difference?

LACCRA is a professional association that represents and promotes court reporters employed by the Los Angeles County Superior Court.

PARLAC is a separate and distinct Political Action Committee sponsored by LACCRA. Because PARLAC may contribute funds to political candidates, causes, legislation, or initiatives, the two entities must operate separately.

Federal and state laws require Political Action Committee funds to be maintained separately from any affiliated association. PAC funds cannot be commingled with LACCRA funds.

PARLAC Board & Bylaws

PARLAC’s purpose and fiduciary duties are outlined in the PARLAC Bylaws and are regulated by the laws governing political organizations.

The PARLAC Board of Directors is elected annually by the general membership to oversee the Political Action Committee’s operations.

2025–2026 PARLAC Board Members

• Cindy Tachell, Chair
• Natchez Fowler, Secretary
• Reyna Ota, Treasurer
• Louis Machuca
• Lenay Maull

Purpose of PARLAC

1. Establish and maintain a continuing political campaign fund, unaffiliated with any political party, in accordance with the PARLAC Bylaws and applicable laws.
2. Finance state and local political efforts, excluding federal offices, that promote, improve, and protect the court reporting profession in California.