2023 Annual Ethics Training
Other Types of Financial Conflicts
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Keep in mind, however, that conflicts can arise from interests other than stock. For example, if you are on the board of directors of an organization, you could not act on a grant, contract, or other particular matter that would affect that organization.
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In some cases, the law recognizes that your financial interest may be so remote or inconsequential that the interest should not prevent you from being involved in a particular assignment.
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However, some components have additional regulatory restrictions that prohibit their employees from holding certain interests or outside positions, regardless of whether they actually conflict with their duties.