State Ethics Act

UW employees and faculty are subject to a number of laws, rules, codes and other requirements pertaining to ethical conduct, including avoidance of conflicts of interest. All employees of the State of Washington are subject to the Washington State Ethics in Public Service Act, RCW Chapter 42.52. The UW also has a general policy regarding Employee Conflict of Interest. In addition to special rules pertaining to research-related financial interests, professional staff and physicians may also be subject to codes of conduct applicable to their profession.

For questions about the State Ethics Act contact the Office of Regulatory Guidance

Links of Interest:

• UW's Employee Conflict of Interest Policy
• UW's Personal Use of University Facilities and Equipment by University Employees
• UW's Guidelines for Purchasing Equipment and Supplies
• Office of Academic Human Resources Conflict of Interest Information
• Washington Ethics in Public Service Act, RCW Chapter 42.52
• Washington State Executive Ethics Board
• Research Ethics Internet Resources