The LA Times reports that the California Fair Political Practices Commission is investigating a number of lawmakers involving gifts. “We sent them letters stating that we are investigating the possible failure to report gifts,” said Roman Porter, executive director of the state Fair Political Practices Commission. “It’s an ongoing investigation and we’ve not yet made […]
Category: California
California party before the Fair Political Practices Commission
A matter in involving the California Republican Party is before the state’s Fair Political Practices Commission. This LA Times story discusses the case. The FPPC’s summary of the case is here. The proposed stipulation is here. Respondents also agree to the Commission imposing upon them an administrative penalty in the amount of Eighteen Thousand Dollars […]
California moves on ethics rules for board
The California Public Employees’ Retirement System (the country’s largest pension fund) took action on ethics rules yesterday and the press release is here. At its December meeting, the 13-member Board tightened rules regulating its interaction with CalPERS staff concerning investment proposals and gave the Board President authority to discipline members whose actions violate policy. Board […]