Bill > HB744

This bill amends Pennsylvania's ethics and financial disclosure laws by introducing comprehensive changes to gift-related regulations for public officials and employees. The bill establishes a new gift ban that prevents public officials from receiving gifts valued over $50 from any single person in a calendar year, with numerous specific exceptions. These exceptions include gifts from family members, gifts related to personal relationships, informational materials, awards, training, food and beverages at public events, and charitable or political events. The bill also modifies financial disclosure requirements, reducing the reporting threshold for gifts from $250 to $50 and adding new reporting categories for honorariums and awards. Additionally, the bill expands definitions of key terms like "person" and "lobbyist" to provide more clarity in ethics regulations. The legislation aims to create more transparency in government interactions and prevent potential conflicts of interest by establishing clear guidelines about what types of gifts and hospitality public officials can accept. The changes will take effect 60 days after the bill's passage, providing time for public officials and organizations to understand and implement the new standards.

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