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CT HB05279

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/21/2020

Primary Sponsor

Government Administration and Elections Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2020 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Redefines "public official" under Connecticut state ethics codes in section 1-79 and section 1-91 of the general statutes, effective October 1, 2020
  • Expands the definition to include individuals appointed by any state-wide elected officer, removing language that previously limited this to Governor-appointed individuals
  • Adds the spouse of the Governor as a defined public official
  • Excludes judges, persons appointed by judges in judicial matters, and members of advisory boards from the definition of public official
  • Maintains existing exclusions for members of Congress from the definition of public official

Legislative Description

An Act Redefining Public Official Under The State Codes Of Ethics.

Last Action

Public Hearing 02/28

2/24/2020

Committee Referrals

Government Administration and Elections2/21/2020

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