This bill amends existing laws regarding local governmental ethics, specifically focusing on the filing requirements for statements of substantial interests by elected or appointed officials. It mandates that city or county officials file these statements annually, while officials from other governmental subdivisions must file only if there is a change in their substantial interests. Additionally, the bill requires local governmental officers to verbally disclose any substantial interest in a real estate development project before participating in discussions or actions related to zoning changes or permits.

The bill also removes the requirement for individuals examining state disclosures of financial interests to provide personal information such as name, address, occupation, and phone number. Furthermore, it clarifies that the annual filing requirements apply only to elected or appointed officers of cities and counties, excluding those from townships, school districts, and other governmental subdivisions. The bill repeals certain sections of the current law and establishes that the amendments will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 75-4301a, 75-4303a, 75-4306
Sub: 75-4302a
{As Amended by Senate Committee of the Whole}: 46-252, 75-4302a