Use of Government Property
- Employees have a duty to protect and conserve government property and must not use such property, or allow its use, for other than authorized purposes.
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Here are some definitions that you might find helpful:
- Government property: Includes any form of real or personal property in which the government has an ownership, leasehold, or other property interest as well as a right or other intangible interest that is purchased with government funds, including the services of contractor personnel.
- Authorized purposes: Are those purposes for which the government property is made available to employees for those purposes authorized in accordance with law or regulation.
- Limited personal use of government IT property is authorized under the OCIO Rules of Behavior.
Social Media Tip: Briefly checking personal social media on federal equipment is acceptable under the rules. However, personal use should be kept to a minimum and must not interfere with official duties.
