A member of the Alabama Ethics Commission has resigned after admitting he may have violated state law by making campaign contributions.
Attorney Stan McDonald acknowledged his resignation in a text message to The Associated Press late Thursday, days after admitting to making political contributions. Alabama law prohibits commissioners from providing campaign contributions to candidates or engaging in other partisan political activities.
MacDonald issued a statement announcing that he was resigning, knowing that some of his actions were “very likely prohibited by law.”
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“While my violation was unintentional, I know it is the right thing to do in acknowledging my actions,” McDonald said earlier this week. “What I have learned over the years from learned people is that sometimes when you make a mistake, all you can do is make a better decision next time. Says.”
A member of the Alabama Ethics Commission has resigned over allegations that he violated state law by making campaign contributions.
The Alabama Ethics Commission reviews ethics complaints against public officials and employees. The commission will also issue guidance on what is and is not permissible under state ethics laws.
McDonald, a Republican, had criticized the proposed changes to the state’s ethics law. In a radio interview, he expressed disappointment that other members of his party were pushing the proposal and suggested he had contributed to the campaign. Campaign finance records show McDonald has contributed about $500 since joining the committee.
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The resignations will leave two vacancies on the five-member committee.
