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About OGE

The U.S. Office of Government Ethics (OGE), established by the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, provides overall leadership and oversight of the executive branch ethics program, which is designed to prevent and resolve conflicts of interest. OGE’s mission is part of the very foundation of public service.

Our Mission, Role, and History

The U.S. Office of Government Ethics (OGE), established by the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, provides overall leadership and oversight of the executive branch ethics program, which is designed to prevent and resolve conflicts of interest.

Our People and Organization

OGE employs a multidisciplinary staff of attorneys, ethics and financial experts, and other key personnel. OGE is a lean organization led by a Director who is confirmed by the Senate and appointed to a five year term by the President.

Government Partners in Integrity

OGE undertakes its important prevention mission as part of a framework comprising executive branch agencies and entities whose work focuses on institutional integrity.

Legislative Affairs

OGE represents the executive branch ethics community by providing ethics expertise through regular communication with Congress. OGE works to build congressional understanding of the executive branch ethics program and to inform congressional oversight and revisions to ethics laws.

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