Complaint Opinion 16-14
Date
03/23/2017
Number
2016 No. 14
Topic
Use of public resources - special privileges
Respondent
Reykdal
Question/Complaint
Complaint alleged that a legislator introduced and lobbied for the passage of legislation that benefitted his family.
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.