Utah HB0194 establishes ethics rules for State Board of Education members, including conduct standards, complaint procedures, and disciplinary.

HB0194 creates a code of official conduct for Utah State Board of Education members, prohibiting certain activities like lobbying and conflicts of interest. It establishes an independent ethics commission to investigate complaints against board members. The bill outlines procedures for filing complaints, conducting investigations, and holding hearings. It allows for disciplinary actions like censure, reprimand, and recommendation for impeachment. The bill also sets confidentiality requirements, contempt provisions, and subpoena powers for the commission and board.

Utah HB0194 establishes ethics rules for State Board of Education members, including conduct standards, complaint procedures, and disciplinary.

HB0194 creates a code of official conduct for Utah State Board of Education members, prohibiting certain activities like lobbying and conflicts of interest. It establishes an independent ethics commission to investigate complaints against board members. The bill outlines procedures for filing complaints, conducting investigations, and holding hearings. It allows for disciplinary actions like censure, reprimand, and recommendation for impeachment. The bill also sets confidentiality requirements, contempt provisions, and subpoena powers for the commission and board.