ND HB1046

Allows the Ethics Commission to issue advisory opinions upon a vote of four of five commission members, in addition to responding to individual requests from public officials, candidates, or lobbyists

Adds new requirement that requesters may only seek advisory opinions about their own hypothetical facts or prospective conduct, not about others' conduct

Permits third parties (individuals, boards, entities, or organizations) to request opinions on behalf of a public official, candidate, or lobbyist only with corroborating evidence of authorization

Maintains existing timelines: 14 days to notify requester whether an opinion will be provided, 90 days to issue the opinion after notification

Preserves protections from criminal and civil penalties for individuals acting in good faith accordance with issued opinions, and requires public publication of all opinions with names redacted