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State Ethics Commission

Policy Area

Advisory Councils and Working Groups

Purpose

The Ethics Commission was established to foster integrity in government and promote public trust. Notice of Vacancy: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6577617019292708864

Seat Restrictions

Term Limit: 1 | Term Length: 5

Meeting Information

Unless otherwise noted, the State Ethics Commission's meetings and public hearings are held at the McCormack State Office Building, One Ashburton Place, Room 619, Boston, MA 02108.

Compensation

The commissioners serve part-time, are paid on a per diem basis, and employ a full-time staff

Legal Authority

MGL Chapter 268b, Section 2
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State Ethics Commission Board Members
Member↓↓Seat NameAppointing AuthorityTerm End Date
The Honorable Margot G. BotsfordD1 (Chair)GovernorOctober 11, 2026
The Honorable Thomas A. ConnorsSecretary of State (D2)Secretary of the CommonwealthMarch 1, 2028
The Honorable Wilbur P. Edwards Jr.D3GovernorOctober 11, 2024
Eron Hackshaw EsqAttorney General (U)Attorney GeneralSeptember 21, 2025
Ms. Josefina Martinez-Stamatos EsquireR1GovernorOctober 11, 2023