Legislative Ethics Board Advisory Opinions
Topic
Normal and Regular Conduct - Ballot Measures - De Minimis
Issue/Question
LEB Opinion Issue/Question
Several examples which involve the use of public resources to comment on or provide information on pending ballot measures are discussed.
Summary
LEB Opinion Summary
Opinion discusses the "normal and regular conduct" exception to RCW 42.52.180. The "de minimis" exception is given little weight when the question involves public resources and the the possibility of a .180 violation. The Board adopts a definition of "ballot proposition."
Document
LEB Advisory Opinion Document
Review Outcome and Date
Reviewed in June 2022 and retained. See Advisory Opinion 2021 – No. 1