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Operating Status: OGE is affected by the lapse in appropriations.

To learn more read our lapse plan here. Please note, OGE continues to review financial disclosure reports of Presidential nominees to positions requiring Senate confirmation.

Related Guidance for Federal Employees:
LA-18-16: Ethics Laws and Regulations Continue to Apply to Federal Government Employees during Furlough Periods
LA-19-01 : Ethics Guidance for Employees in Non-Pay Status During a Lapse in Appropriations
This FAQ provides guidance for those employees who participated in the Deferred Resignation Program or who are in other extended leave status.



President Trump Designates David J. Apol as OGE Acting Director

July 21, 2017


On July 20, 2017, President Trump designated Mr. David J. Apol as Acting Director of the U.S. Office of Government Ethics (OGE).  Mr. Apol has served as General Counsel of OGE since January 2014 and is honored to continue his 30 years of service to the ethics community in this new role.