I. Introduction
II. Financial Disclosure
III. Conflict of Interest
IV. *Representation*
V. Misuse of Position
VI. Other Laws/Regulations
VII. After You Leave
VIII. Where to Get Help
Representation
It's not uncommon for an SGE to want to represent an organization to the Government while being employed by the Government. For example, an SGE might want to seek a grant or contract from the Government while being employed as an SGE.
Two conflict of interest statutes impose related restrictions on outside activities of SGEs, particularly activities involving the representation of others before the Government.
Let's look at each of these statutes.