An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for definitions and for restricted activities, providing for gift ban and for gift ban exceptions and further providing for statement of financial interests.
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Overview
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, specifically Title 65 (Public Officers), to strengthen ethics standards and financial disclosure requirements for public officials and employees. It establishes a gift ban with limited exceptions, defines key terms like "lobbyist," and requires detailed statements of financial interests. The bill also aims to prevent improper influence by prohibiting offers of value based on expected favorable actions and prohibiting public officials from soliciting or accepting such influence.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘person’ and ‘lobbyist’ for the purpose of ethics regulations.
- Establishes a gift ban, prohibiting gifts valued at $50 or more from a single source unless an exception applies.
- Creates exceptions to the gift ban for gifts from family members, lobbyists, and certain charitable events.
- Requires public officials to disclose gifts, payments, and reimbursements exceeding specified amounts.
- Prohibits public officials from seeking or accepting gifts or other valuable considerations in exchange for influencing official actions.
- Adds requirements for detailed financial disclosures, including the source and value of gifts and payments.
- Clarifies reporting requirements for honoraria and awards.
- Addresses the definition of ‘friend’ in the context of gift ban exceptions.
Who is affected
- Public officials
- Public employees
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- Pn 1289 Html
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Cosponsors
Christine Tartaglione
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