Ethics Commission

Hawaii State Ethics Commission

HSEC

55/100

Summary

The Hawaii State Ethics Commission is constitutionally established under Article XIV and enforces the Code of Ethics for all state employees and officers. Five members are appointed by the Governor.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 55/100 (moderate)
55/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentExecutive appointment
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
Hawaii Constitution, Article XIV (Code of Ethics); Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 84
Citation
Haw. Const. art. XIV; Haw. Rev. Stat. §§ 84-1 to 84-44
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

All state employees, elected officers, and officials