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SB1081

In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for definitions and for restricted activities, providing for gift ban and for gift ban exceptions and further providing for statement of financial interests.

Introduced·10/29/25
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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.

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State Government Committee
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History

Oct 29, 2025

Senate

Referred to State Government