Iowa § 68B.21 - 68B.21 Legislative intent.
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§ 68B.21. 68B.21 Legislative intent.
It is the goal of the general assembly that public officials and public employees of the state be extremely cautious and circumspect about accepting a gratuity or favor, especially from persons that have a substantial interest in the legislative, administrative, or political actions of the official or employee. Even where there is a genuine personal friendship, the acceptance of personal benefits from those who could gain advantage by influencing official actions raises suspicions that tend to undermine the public trust. It is therefore the intent of the general assembly that the provisions of this subchapter be construed to discourage all gratuities, but to prohibit only those that create unacceptable conflicts of interest or appearances of impropriety. 92 Acts, ch 1228, §8 Wed Dec 10 22:27:44 2025 Iowa Code 2026, Section 68B.21 (18, 0)
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