Purpose
The CDC Ethics and Integrity Office (EIO) provides services and assistance on ethics related policies, procedures, and activities for federal employees working at CDC/ATSDR.
Recommended materials
The Hatch Act
The law’s purposes are to ensure that federal programs are administered in a nonpartisan fashion, to protect federal employees from political coercion in the workplace, and to ensure that federal employees are advanced based on merit and not based on political affiliation.
Review the U.S. Office of Special Council's website for further information on The Hatch Act.
Standards & Principles
Amended Executive Order 12731 established the fourteen principles of ethical conduct for executive branch personnel. The CDC Ethics and Compliance Activity is responsible for ensuring employees are following these standards. Contact our office with any questions.
Maintaining the Public's Trust is Our Highest Priority! "Public Service is a Public Trust"
Confidential Financial Disclosure Report
OGE Form 450
Confidential financial disclosure report filers are determined by responsibilities associated with their positions. It is due within 30 days of employment in a covered position. This annual requirement must be submitted by February 15 each year.