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Can federal employees volunteer for political campaigns and make contributions? Election season do's and don'ts
The second installment in a series about the rules and policies federal employees should know ahead of the elections.
Can federal employees take part in political campaign activities? Election season do’s and don’ts
The third installment in a series about the rules and policies federal employees should know ahead of the elections.
How does telework affect the Hatch Act? Election season do’s and don’ts
The fourth installment in a series about the rules and policies federal employees should know ahead of the elections.
Watchdog agency to crack down on Hatch Act violators, including at the White House
An "escape hatch" for those improperly engaging in political activity will now close, Office of Special Counsel says.
‘We are more complicit:’ Biden’s Israel policies spur feds to protest at the White House
A group of federal employees say their knowledge and access force them to speak out against the administration's position in the Israel-Gaza war.
Group of feds causes firestorm after ‘walking out’ over Biden’s Israel policies
House speaker has called for their firings, but the group is pledging further action.
Guidance spells out when and how feds can discuss the Israel-Hamas war
Federal employees face some restrictions, but can discuss their opinions on the conflict at the office without violating the law.
A U.S. Attorney Quits After 'Most Egregious' Hatch Act and Ethical Violation Reports
Leaking non-public information to media outlets to influence an election and using her position to gain Celtics tickets were among the transgressions found by investigators.
Here's How the Hatch Act Applies, With Biden Running for President Again
The Hatch Act limits the political activity of federal employees while on the job.
The HHS Secretary Violated the Hatch Act, Office of Special Counsel Determines
“With a presidential election approaching next year, this report offers an opportunity to deter violations by reminding federal employees at all levels of the Hatch Act restrictions,” OSC says.
Feds Would Face New Hatch Act Restrictions on Their Interactions With Private Companies Under a Committee-Backed Bill
Republicans say the measure would prevent government censorship, despite testimony that social media companies acted without federal coercion.
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A NOAA Employee Ignored the Hatch Act Repeatedly. It Took a Decade For Him to Be Fired.
The employee ran for Congress several times beginning in 2012, and was warned this was a violation of the law.
How the Hatch Act Fared in the Lead-Up to the Midterm Elections
Allegations and violations this year were not much different from previous years, according to the Office of Special Counsel.
GovExec Daily: Paying Attention to the Hatch Act in 2022
Courtney Bublé joins the podcast to discuss her series on the rules governing feds' political activity.
The Energy Secretary Received a Warning Following a Hatch Act Violation; Republicans Want More Information
A department spokesperson said this was “a single unintended and unknowing infraction and this complaint is now closed.”
These Three Federal Employees Landed in Hot Water Over Hatch Act Violations
The Office of Special Counsel announced settlements over violations at the U.S. Postal Service, Veterans Affairs Department and U.S. Defense Information Systems Agency.
GovExec Daily: Roe Could Be Near Its End. Can Feds Join Protests?
Lindy Kyzer joins the show to discuss what the Hatch Act says about public political activity.
Can Feds Comment on Roe v. Wade?
The Hatch Act limits political speech, but not personal opinions expressed about politically charged topics.
Most Feds Won't Actually Be Able to Hold Partisan Office and Keep Their Day Jobs, Despite Precedent
Despite a new precedent, OSC does not plan to enter into settlement agreements in which civil servants can concurrently serve in partisan elected positions going forward.
Federal Employees Can Now Concurrently Hold Partisan Elected Office
Holding political office had previously been considered a violation of the Hatch Act.
