Dallas ethics committee advances code changes to cover people doing business with the city

Jun 2, 2026

The committee voted to forward amendments aimed at closing gaps in Chapter 12A so the city can apply ethics rules more clearly to contractors, lobbyists and others doing business with Dallas. Interim IG Baron Eliason said the change fixes enforcement gaps and will go to full council.

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The General Investigating and Ethics Committee voted to advance an amendment package to City Council intended to make the code of ethics apply more clearly to people doing business with the city. Interim Inspector General Baron Eliason told the committee the current code often names only "city officials and employees," creating an enforcement gap for outside contractors and consultants.

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