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 an Assistant Enforcement Counsel position

The State Ethics Commission seeks candidates for the full-time position of Assistant Enforcement Counsel to investigate and resolve alleged violations of the state conflict of interest and financial disclosure laws and prosecute cases in Commission adjudicatory hearings.
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State Ethics Commission issues reminder about restrictions on gifts to public employees

With the arrival of the winter holiday season, the Commission reminds public employees that accepting certain gifts may be prohibited by state law.
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Registrations are being accepted for the November 24, 2026 in-house conflict of interest law educational seminar

The Commission offers monthly educational seminars on the conflict of interest law via Zoom. Please register to attend a seminar using the link below. You can contact Don Siriani at Don.Siriani@mass.gov to schedule a seminar for your agency or municipality or to inquire about seminars.
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