Are extensions of reduced rates or discounts to a legislator or employee from the private employer of the legislators or employees spouse reportable gifts?
Reduced rates, discounts, or other benefits earned by a legislator’s or employee’s spouse may not be considered gifts when extended to include the legislator or employee if such benefits are part of the compensation package of the privately employed spouse. Otherwise, such gifts may be reportable. In these cases, the Hawaii State Ethics Commission should be contacted for advice.
