Complaint Opinion 21-05
Date
06/03/2021
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.