What post-employment restrictions apply to former Federal employees?
A Summary of Post-Employment Restrictions may be found at: www.doi.gov/ethics/post_employment_activities.html. Additional information may be obtained from your Ethics Officer.
What is a prohibited source?
A prohibited source includes any person, company or organization that has business with your agency, is seeking to do business with your agency, conducts operations that are regulated by your agency, or has any interests that may be affected by your official duties.
What is considered to be a gift?
A gift may include but is not limited to a gratuity, favor, discount, cash, gift certificate, entertainment, hospitality, loan, forbearance, or other items having monetary value. It also applies to services as well as gifts or training, transportation, local travel, lodgings and meals. Some gifts may be waived, see your Ethics Officer for advice.
May I use my Government earned frequent flyer miles for personal use?
Yes. Effective December 28, 2001, Congress signed into law that Federal employees may keep all frequent flyer points and the earned points may be used for personal travel. This includes points earned from lodging, car rental, meals and points earned and saved from past travels. In addition, Federal employees may keep any benefits the airlines may offer when an employee gives up their seat; provided that the employee's duties are not adversely affected and there is no additional cost to the Government.
May I accept payments from a non-federal source to attend training?
A provision under Title 31, USC 1353, authorizes the acceptance by executive branch agencies of payments for travel subsistence, and related expenses from non-federal sources in connection with the attendance of employees at certain meetings or similar functions. Prior approval must be granted, see your Ethics Officer for further advice.
May I serve on a tribal election board or school board?
If you are a BIE employee, the answer is NO. If you are employed by a grant or contract school, check with your business manager or supervisor for details.
