Hosted by Pennsylvania’s State Ethics Commission and Office of Open Records

Good government is basic principle, built on the foundation of public trust and the exchange of information between governments and the public they serve.

As a government employee, how can you be a steward of good government? What are your legal obligations? Join the executive directors of the State Ethics Commission and Office of Open Records on March 19th from 10:00 – 12:00 for a virtual training on the Ethics Act and Right-to-Know Law.

Reserve your spot to the training here.

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The Ethics Act states that public office is a public trust. Efforts to realize financial gain through public office or employment other than compensation provided by law is a violation of that trust. In this presentation, learn what the Ethics Act is and how the State Ethics Commission enforces it, review some of the most-frequently violated Ethics Act provisions, and discover how to spot a potential problem so you can stay on the right side of the Ethics Act – and out of the newspapers!   The Right-to-Know Law (RTKL) aims to enhance government transparency and accountability by ensuring public access to government records. In Pennsylvania, all government records are presumed public. But what does this really mean? In this presentation, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the RTKL process from beginning to end. The presentation will also explore various types of exempt information that can be withheld and offer practical tips on how to avoid common pitfalls throughout the process.