Advisory Opinions And Guidance

Advisory Opinions and Guidance regarding ethical governmental conduct and are formulated by interpreting and applying state law, governmental codes of conduct, and the State Code of Ethics. They are issued by the Executive Director upon request.

What is Guidance and who can request it?

State of Vermont public servants may request ethics Guidance from the Executive Director as it relates to that person’s duties and any issue related to government ethics. Guidance is non-binding and confidential unless the recipient chooses to disclose it. 3 V.S.A. §1225(a).