Legislative Ethics Board Complaint Opinions
Topic
Use of public resources for private benefit
Respondent
Sen. Patty Kuderer
Question/Complaint
LEB Opinion Question/Complaint
Did Respondent violate RCW 42.52.160 by forwarding an email sent by Complainant to a private person regarding a bill sponsored by Respondent, to Complainant's employer?
Summary
LEB Opinion Summary
No. Promoting or advocating for one’s legislation is clearly within the scope of a legislator’s official duties.
Document
LEB Complaint Opinion Document