Legislative Ethics Board Advisory Opinions

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Type
Advisory Opinion
Date
9/21/2000
Number
00-03
Topic
Valuation of Lodging - Gift
Issue/Question

Lobbyist offers legislator a night in lobbyist's personal residence in a resort area.  Is this a gift and if so, how should the value be established?

Summary

The lodging is a gift since under these facts no exemption is applicable.  Board rejected lobbyist's valuation formula and concludes that one formula which could be used is an arms-length appraisal by a realtor to establish fair monthly rental value. RCW 42.52.010 and 42.52.150.

Document
Review Outcome and Date
Reviewed in October 2022 – retained