AN ACT CONCERNING A STUDY OF ETHICS.

HB 7185 requires the Office of State Ethics to study current state ethics laws for public officials and lobbyists, assessing whether amendments are needed to strengthen oversight. The study must conclude by February 1, 2026, with findings and recommendations submitted to the legislature’s government oversight committee. This bill does not change existing laws or impose new requirements - it solely mandates a review to inform potential future legislation. It is a procedural measure with no direct impact on individuals or fiscal implications, as noted in the fiscal analysis.