Ethics Commission

Alabama Ethics Commission

ALEC

63/100

Summary

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The Alabama Ethics Commission is a constitutionally created body that enforces financial disclosure and ethics laws for all state and local public officials and employees. Members are appointed through a mixed process involving the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Speaker.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 63/100 (good)
63/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentMixed (multi-branch)
Term length4 years
Removal standardFor cause only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerYes
Compel testimonyYes
Records accessRestricted
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
Code of Alabama, Title 36, Chapter 25 — Ethics
Citation
Ala. Code §§ 36-25-1 to 36-25-30
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

All public officials, public employees, and lobbyists