8 sections in this chapter.
Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 268B, § 1 Definitions
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Section 1. As used in this chapter, the following words shall, unless the context clearly requires otherwise have the following meanings: ''Amount'', a category of value, rather than an exact dollar figure, as follows: greater than $1,000 but not more than $5,000; greater than $5…
Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 268B, § 2 State ethics commission
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Section 2. (a) There is established a state ethics commission composed of five members. At no time shall more than three members be from the same political party. (b) Three members of the commission shall be appointed by the governor, one of whom shall be designated as chair, and…
Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 268B, § 3 Powers and duties of the commission
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Section 3. The commission shall: (a) prescribe and publish, pursuant to chapter 30A, rules and regulations: (1) to carry out this chapter, including rules governing the conduct of proceedings hereunder; and (2) to carry out chapter 268A; provided, however, that the rules and regu…
Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 268B, § 4 Investigations by the commission
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Section 4. (a) Upon receipt of a sworn complaint signed under the penalties of perjury, or upon receipt of evidence which is deemed sufficient by the commission, the commission shall initiate a preliminary inquiry into any alleged violation of chapter 268A or 268B. At the commenc…