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The Independent Ethics Commission (IEC) is a constitutionally created independent commission and is charged with the implementation of Article XXIX of the Colorado Constitution. The purpose of the IEC is to give advice and guidance on ethics issues arising under Article XXIX of the Colorado Constitution and any other standards of conduct or reporting requirements as provided by law; and to hear complaints, issue findings, and assess penalties and sanctions where appropriate.  The Commission has jurisdiction over all State executive and legislative branch elected officials and employees; the Commission also has jurisdiction over local officials and employees, unless a county or municipality is a home-rule entity that has adopted charters, ordinances, or resolutions that address the matters covered by Article XXIX.  The Commission does not have jurisdiction over judges or employees of the judicial branch. See the IEC's Frequently Asked Questions for more information about the Commission's jurisdiction.

Scheduled Meetings

Meetings of the Independent Ethics Commission are open to the public.  If you wish to attend a meeting but cannot do so in-person, the Commission will make every effort to accommodate a request for remote participation.  Please email iecinfo@state.co.us for more information.
 
Advisory Opinion or Letter Ruling requests and other materials must be submitted to the Independent Ethics Commission at least ten (10) days prior to the next scheduled meeting.

Announcements

Colorado Senate Appoints Cyril Vidergar as New Commissioner

The Colorado Senate, in Senate Resolution 25-011, has appointed Mr. Cyril Vidergar to the Independent Ethics Commission.  Mr. Vidergar, whose term will commence on July 1, 2025, replaces outgoing Commissioner Cole Wist.  The Commission thanks Commissioner Wist for his service and welcomes Commissioner Vidergar to his new role.

The Independent Ethics Commission Appoints Lori Laske as Local Government Commissioner

At it meeting on February 18, 2025, the Independent Ethics Commission appointed Lori Laske to fill the local government commissioner seat previously held by Lora Thomas.  The new appointment becomes effective on March 01, 2025.  The Commission thanks Commissioner Thomas for her service and welcomes Commissioner Laske to her new role.