Legislative Ethics Board

Administers the Ethics Act and maintains an awareness of the long-term effects that Board decisions may have on the legislative branch of government and the public trust. The Board also emphasizes training and the utilization of ethics advisors so that questions may be addressed in an educational rather than a confrontational setting.
Board Websitehttps://leg.wa.gov/LEB/Pages/Members.aspx
Policy AreaGeneral Government
Governor Appointments4
Total Board Positions9
Statutory AuthorityRCW 42.52.310
Public Disclosure Required?Yes
Senate Confirmation Required?No
CompensationReimbursement of expenses
Term Length (years)5
Statutory Term Limits
Member Requirements: Governor selects four citizen members from nominees provided by each of the four legislative caucuses.