As a general reminder, Members and legislative employees are prohibited from accepting more than $75, aggregated per calendar year in meals and beverages from a legislative agent. Meals and beverages provided by a legislative agent to a Member while attending … Continue reading
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National Conferences Meals & Beverages
August 2, 2017 By admin
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Dublin Irish Festival
August 1, 2017 By admin
The 30th Annual Dublin Irish Festival will take place Friday, August 4 – Sunday, August 6, 2017. The following guidance concerns reporting requirements for lobbyists and employers of lobbyists who provide tickets to the Festival to Members of the General … Continue reading →
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Welcome to Fair Season and the 164th Ohio State Fair!
July 24, 2017 By admin
Once again, fair season has arrived! As we enter this fun part of summer, it is important to keep in mind from whom you are receiving fair passes. A pass to a county or to the Ohio State Fair is … Continue reading →
JLEC identifies more than $55,000 in unreported lobbying expenditures
June 7, 2017 By admin
Office of the Legislative Inspector General reviewing lobbying Activity & Expenditure Reports Lobbyists and employers of lobbyists must file lobbying Activity & Expenditure Reports with the Joint Legislative Ethics Committee/Office of the Legislative Inspector General three times annually. The OLIG … Continue reading →
2017 National Conference Guidance
June 1, 2017 By admin
Looking for guidance concerning attendance at meetings of national organizations to which Ohio pays membership dues? You’re in luck. The 2017 National Conference Guidance is now available.
2016 Expenditures Made for the Benefit of a Member Elect
November 15, 2016 By admin
Questions about whether expenditures made for the benefit of a Member-Elect are reportable? Please see the JLEC Memorandum regarding reporting requirements. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our office at 614-728-5100.
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2016 U.S. Senior Open
August 11, 2016 By admin
Scioto Country Club in Upper Arlington hosts the 2016 U.S. Senior Open August 8-14, 2016. The following guidance concerns reporting requirements for lobbyists and employers of lobbyists who provide ticket(s) to Members of the General Assembly and other reportable persons. … Continue reading →
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Candidate Financial Disclosure Statements
January 27, 2016 By admin
The JLEC 2015 Financial Disclosure Statement (FDS) for candidates, including incumbent candidates appearing on the March Primary Ballot, must be received or postmarked by February 16, 2016 to be considered timely filed. You can access the interactive 2015 Financial Disclosure … Continue reading →
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Happy Holidays
November 30, 2015 By admin
The Holiday season is fast approaching. Remember, JLEC is available to answer questions regarding holiday gifts, receptions, or the giving of various cookies, fruit baskets, and other assorted treats. Please remember the following tips and guidance as you proceed through … Continue reading →
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10 Day Notice Requirement
September 17, 2015 By admin
The deadline to file May – August 2015 Activity & Expenditure Reports is September 30, 2015. Please remember, anytime a reportable individual is disclosed on an Activity & Expenditure Report, the recipient must be notified of the disclosure in writing … Continue reading →
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