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CT HB05279
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/21/2020
Primary Sponsor
Government Administration and Elections Committee
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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
Full Bill Text
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