# Los Angeles County Appoints Ethics Commissioner

Los Angeles County has appointed Amanda Susskind as the inaugural Ethics Commissioner following Assessor Jeff Prang's nomination, which was unanimously approved by the County Board of Supervisors. This appointment establishes the newly created Los Angeles County Ethics Commission under Measure G, designed to enhance ethics, accountability, and transparency in County government operations. The formation of this independent oversight body signals upcoming opportunities for contractors specializing in compliance, auditing, and ethics oversight services to support the Commission's mission.

- The Ethics Commission represents a new procurement avenue for firms offering ethics compliance, auditing, and governance consulting within Los Angeles County
- Procurement professionals should anticipate solicitations or contracts related to establishing and supporting the Commission's operational and oversight functions
- Contractors with expertise in government ethics programs and transparency initiatives may find strategic opportunities to engage with the County
- The appointment and Commission formation reflect a broader trend toward strengthening ethics oversight at the local government level, potentially influencing similar procurements elsewhere

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Professional Services
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors
- Los Angeles County Assessor's Office
- Los Angeles County Ethics Commission

### Key Quotes
> The appointment of the Commissions inaugural members is an important milestone in implementing Measure G and establishing independent ethics oversight within the County. I am confident that Ms. Susskind will serve the County well and make a valuable contribution to the work of the Ethics Commission.
> — Jeff Prang, Los Angeles County Assessor

### Sources
- [Supervisors Approve Assessor Prang’s Nomination of Amanda Susskind as Inaugural Ethics Commissioner – COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES](https://lacounty.gov/2026/09/22/supervisors-approve-assessor-prangs-nomination-of-amanda-susskind-as-inaugural-ethics-commissioner/) - CA