Ethics Commission

Kansas Governmental Ethics Commission

KGEC

63/100

Summary

The Kansas Governmental Ethics Commission enforces campaign finance, lobbying, and conflict of interest laws. Members are appointed by the Governor, Senate President, and House 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
Kansas Statutes Annotated, Chapter 25, Article 42 — Campaign Finance; Chapter 46, Article 2 — Governmental Ethics
Citation
Kan. Stat. §§ 25-4119a to 25-4199; §§ 46-215 to 46-253
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

State officers, employees, candidates, lobbyists