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general law

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Ethics

DOT employees must adhere to specific standards of ethical conduct.  DOT employees must also comply with Federal ethics laws and other laws that address employee conduct.  To assist DOT employees in meeting their ethical obligations, DOT conducts an ethics program that provides ongoing...

Office of General Law

What We Do

The Office of General Law advises the Secretary and other senior Department leaders and coordinates with lawyers in the Operating Administrations on critical legal issues associated with the management and operation of the Department. The Office of General Law is responsible for...