Legislative Ethics Board Advisory Opinions
Topic
Valuation of Lodging - Gift
Issue/Question
LEB Opinion 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
LEB Opinion 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
LEB Advisory Opinion Document
Review Outcome and Date
Reviewed in October 2022 – retained