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.

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

As the new school year begins, 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.
Read the full guidance

Registrations are being accepted for the December 5, 2024 and February 6, 2025 in-house conflict of interest law educational seminars

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 December 5, 2024 seminar
Register for the February 6, 2025 seminar