Legislative Ethics Board Complaint Opinions
Topic
Use of public resources - special privileges
Question/Complaint
LEB Opinion Question/Complaint
Complaint alleged that a legislator introduced and
lobbied for the passage of legislation that benefitted his family.
Summary
LEB Opinion Summary
The introduction and passage of legislation is the
heart of a legislator’s official duties. No facts were uncovered to support
allegation that legislator used his position to benefit his family in violation
of RCW 42.52.070. Dismissed for lack of reasonable cause.
Document
LEB Complaint Opinion Document