State Ethics Commission

The State Ethics Commission serves the public by fostering integrity in government. The independent agency provides free advice to all public employees on the conflict of interest law, and civilly enforces this law. You can contact the Commission to obtain legal advice, file a complaint, obtain a statement of financial interest or conflict of interest law disclosure form, or complete statutory conflict of interest law requirements.

Applications are being accepted for a Public Education and Communications Division Chief position

The Commission seeks candidates for the full-time position of Public Education and Communications Division Chief to conduct educational seminars on requirements of the state conflict of interest law, oversee the Commission’s administration of the education and training requirements, and create and manage web content, press releases, media and public relations, publications, annual reports, and reports of Commission public resolutions.
Apply for the position

State Ethics Commission issues reminder about conflict of interest law restrictions on public school teachers

The Commission reminds all public school teachers about how the conflict of interest law applies to accepting gifts, chaperoning trips, and tutoring and coaching within the school district. The Commission encourages public school teachers to review the information and to contact the Commission for specific advice, if needed.
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Registrations are being accepted for the May 29, 2025 in-house conflict of interest law educational seminar

The Commission offers bi-monthly educational seminars on the conflict of interest law via Zoom. Please register to attend a seminar using the link below. You can contact David Giannotti at David.Giannotti@mass.gov to schedule a seminar for your agency or municipality or to inquire about seminars.
Register for the May 29, 2025 seminar