Bill > S2211

This bill amends Section 45 of chapter 3 of the General Laws to expand restrictions on individuals with felony convictions related to political corruption from serving as executive or legislative agents. Specifically, the bill mandates that the state secretary automatically disqualify any person convicted of a felony in violation of chapters related to state government, campaign finance, or public employee conduct, as well as any other state or federal felony involving political corruption (such as fraud, conspiracy, or extortion under specific federal statutes). The disqualification period is set at 10 years from the date of conviction, during which the convicted individual cannot act or register as a lobbyist. This change aims to strengthen ethical standards in lobbying by preventing individuals with serious corruption-related criminal records from engaging in legislative or executive advocacy for a significant period after their conviction.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2211