SB2970: Relating To Standards Of Conduct.

What this measure contains

Repeals the $10,000 value threshold for certain prohibited contracts involving legislators or employees. Prohibits state agencies from contracting to procure or dispose of goods or services, or for construction, with businesses owned, operated, or controlled by relatives or household members of department heads or deputy directors. Requires department heads, acting department heads, and deputy directors of principal state departments to ensure compliance with the Code of Ethics provision governing contracts and provides for liability for violations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

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Official text and draft versions

• Introduced· Jan 24, 2026 · Official original ↗
• Amended· Feb 19, 2026 · Official original ↗Published after this vote
• Amended· Mar 24, 2026 · Official original ↗Published after this vote

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Recorded decision and member tally

Senate Government Operations: Passed, With Amendments

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Source outcome: passed.

Yes

5

No

0

Not voting

0

Absent / excused

0

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Members listed for this decision

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