Ethics violation lodged against former CalRecycle director
Briefly

Rachel Wagoner's sudden transition from leading California's single-use plastic legislation to opposing the law by joining a coalition of plastic companies has prompted investigations. A whistleblower has alleged that she violated a regulatory ban preventing former officials from lobbying against laws they once enforced. Despite expressing pride in her previous role, her new position is seen as suspicious by lawmakers who supported the original legislation, leading to calls for further scrutiny into her actions and potential conflicts of interest.
Wagoner's shift from overseeing California's single-use plastics law to leading a coalition against it raises legal and ethical concerns, sparking investigations.
An anonymous whistleblower raised concerns over Wagoner potentially violating a ban on officials switching sides, leading to inquiries into her actions and motivations.
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