Vermont HR0006 amends House Rules to establish an Ethics Panel for investigating ethical conduct violations.

Vermont HR0006 amends House Rules to establish an Ethics Panel composed of five House members. The Panel will investigate complaints of ethical violations, advise members, and provide training. It can meet remotely, subpoena witnesses, and recommend disciplinary actions. The Panel must maintain confidentiality of information unless disclosed to courts, law enforcement, or other panels. It must report annually on complaints and advice requests. The resolution emphasizes the House's opposition to ethical violations.

Vermont HR0006 amends House Rules to establish an Ethics Panel for investigating ethical conduct violations.

Vermont HR0006 amends House Rules to establish an Ethics Panel composed of five House members. The Panel will investigate complaints of ethical violations, advise members, and provide training. It can meet remotely, subpoena witnesses, and recommend disciplinary actions. The Panel must maintain confidentiality of information unless disclosed to courts, law enforcement, or other panels. It must report annually on complaints and advice requests. The resolution emphasizes the House's opposition to ethical violations.