SB1355Introduced in the Senate
NATURAL RESOURCE MISUSE
Introduced by Michael Hastings, District 19
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Creates the Public Official Conflict of Interest and Natural Resource Misuse Act. Provides that it is unlawful for any public official, for personal gain, to offer, propose, or allow the use or allocation of a city's natural resource as a condition for settlement or compensation for damage caused to a resident's personal property, with a Class 3 felony that includes a fine not to exceed $250,000 and restitution to the resident, as well as removal from office in the case the public official is an elected official. Provides for powers of investigation and enforcement for the Attorney General, as well as for local law enforcement agencies in consultation with the Executive Ethics Commission. Provides for protection for whistleblowers. Declares a purpose. Defines terms.
Where it stands
Referred to Assignments
January 28, 2025
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Bill history
Filed with Secretary by Sen. Michael E. Hastings
First Reading
Referred to Assignments
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