Legislative Ethics Board Complaint Opinions

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Type
Complaint Opinion
Date
6/3/2021
Number
2021 – No. 5
Topic
Public Resources
Respondent
Sen. Claire Wilson & Senate Democratic Caucus staff
Question/Complaint

​Has RCW 42.52.160 been violated when a photograph of a legislator appears on an official website in which it is clear she is advocating for an private organization?

Summary

​Yes. Public resources cannot be used to promote private organizations.   

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