Pennsylvania SB1081 amends ethics standards to redefine restricted activities and gift bans for public officials and employees.

Pennsylvania SB1081 amends Title 65 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to redefine restricted activities and gift bans for public officials and employees. The bill updates the definition of "person" to include lobbyists and their employees. It prohibits public officials and employees from accepting gifts, loans, political contributions, rewards, or promises of future employment that could influence their official actions. Exceptions include gifts from family members, educational missions, and certain awards or prizes.

Pennsylvania SB1081 amends ethics standards to redefine restricted activities and gift bans for public officials and employees.

Pennsylvania SB1081 amends Title 65 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to redefine restricted activities and gift bans for public officials and employees. The bill updates the definition of "person" to include lobbyists and their employees. It prohibits public officials and employees from accepting gifts, loans, political contributions, rewards, or promises of future employment that could influence their official actions. Exceptions include gifts from family members, educational missions, and certain awards or prizes.