HB 704-FN (1989): relative to the disclosure of potential conflicts of interest by elected state officials and establishing a state ethics office.

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HB 704-FN (1989)

relative to the disclosure of potential conflicts of interest by elected state officials and establishing a state ethics office.

  • Status: Killed
  • Term: 1989-1990
  • House committee: Legislative Administration
  • Subject: Miscellaneous

The Story

It was introduced on January 31, 1989 and referred to the House Legislative Administration committee. The committee held a public hearing on February 22, 1989. The majority of the committee recommended that the House kill it unanimously, 17–0. On March 9, 1989 the House voted to kill it on a voice vote.

Sponsors

  • Rep. McGovern (Rock 27) (prime sponsor)
  • Sen. Nelson (SD13)
  • Sen. Magee (SD12)

Hearings and Sessions

  • February 22, 1989, 3:30 PM: hearing, House Legislative Administration, RM308,LOB

Votes

  • March 9, 1989, House: Inexpedient to Legislate — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 31, 1989: INTRODUCED AND REF TO LEG ADM
  • February 8, 1989: IN SEAT POCKET ON 02/09/89 DUE ON 03/14/89
  • February 22, 1989: HEARING 2/22/89 3:30 RM308,LOB FOR: LEGISLATIVE ADMIN
  • March 2, 1989: MAJ REPORT ITL FOR: 3/9/89 VOTE (17-0 )
  • March 9, 1989: ITL REPORT ADOPTED VV; HJ42, P1085

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