A Resolution adopting Ethical Conduct Rules of the Senate.
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Overview
This resolution adopts Ethical Conduct Rules for the Pennsylvania Senate, outlining guidelines for members and employees to ensure ethical behavior. It specifically addresses campaign activities, contributions, and conflicts of interest, aiming to maintain transparency and integrity within the Senate. The rules cover topics such as restrictions on using Senate resources for campaign purposes and procedures for handling ethics complaints.
Key provisions
- Defines key terms like ‘campaign activity,’ ‘campaign contribution,’ and ‘Senate employee’ to clarify ethical boundaries.
- Prohibits using Senate work time or resources for campaign activities.
- Establishes a process for handling ethics complaints, including an investigation and potential disciplinary action.
- Outlines restrictions on accepting campaign contributions from lobbyists or individuals seeking official action.
- Requires Senators and employees to file financial interest statements annually to disclose potential conflicts of interest.
- Creates a Senate Committee on Ethics to oversee the enforcement of these rules.
- Specifies procedures for handling confidential information related to ethics investigations.
- Addresses restrictions on newsletters printed within 60 days of an election.
Who is affected
- Pennsylvania Senators
- Senate Employees
- Political Parties
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