With the election over, attention now turns to the transition and the upcoming inauguration of the new Biden-Harris Administration. In this alert, which will be of interest to chief compliance officers and many others across the country, Covington’s Election and Political Law Practice Group provides insight into what promises
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The 2017 Presidential Inauguration: Ethics and Compliance Issues
With Election Day 2016 in the books, the political world turns to the transition of power and the January 20, 2017 Inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect Mike Pence. With the swearing in of the new President and Vice President will come the traditional balls, parties, and receptions.
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Guidelines for Interacting with President-Elect Trump’s Transition Team
Over the next nine weeks, the Trump Presidential Transition team will formulate policy and staffing recommendations for the new administration. This alert gives a broad overview of the Transition and the laws that regulate interactions with Transition team members on issues related to appointments and policy recommendations. Persons interested in…
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What To Watch Out For During Presidential Inauguration Festivities
By Zachary G. Parks on
Posted in Campaign Finance, Government Ethics
With Inauguration Day just under three weeks away, many corporations and individuals are being asked to participate in the festivities that will accompany the presidential swearing-in ceremony. While less regulated than pre-election political activities, presidential inaugurations are nonetheless subject to a number of easily-overlooked rules. Yesterday’s Covington E-Alert identifies three…
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Hosting an Inauguration Reception? Beware the Gift Rules.
By Angelle Smith Baugh on
Posted in Government Ethics
Inauguration Day may be a holiday in DC, but the congressional and executive branch gift rules still apply. Today, the House Committee on Ethics issued guidance to House Members and staff regarding Inauguration events. Today’s House guidance offered some clarity regarding who may pay for and who may attend certain…
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