The agency has refused to adopt the judicial ethics standards, even thought the judge's union favors it. On the other hand the agency will urge discipline be imposed based on violations of the standards.
So, if it would favor you it does not apply. If it would not favor you it does.
I must go down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky, And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by, And the wheel's kick and the wind's song and the white sail's shaking, And a grey mist on the sea's face and a grey dawn breaking.
I lifted this from a Hatch Act publication put out by my agency, as I thought it would be of interest:
DO’S AND DON’TS: SPECIAL RULES FOR CAREER MEMBERS OF THE SENIOR EXECUTIVE SERVICE, ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGES, AND THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
Certain Federal employees have more limitations placed on their political activities. These employees include career members of the Senior Executive Service (SES), administrative law judges, and the Inspector General. In general, these employees are prohibited from engaging in partisan political management or partisan political campaigns; i.e., they may not work on a campaign where any candidate is running as the representative of a political party.
These employees may:
• register and vote
• assist in nonpartisan voter registration drives (but not partisan drives)
• participate in campaigns in nonpartisan elections
• contribute money to political organizations and candidates
• attend political fund-raising events
• attend political rallies and meetings
• sign nominating petitions
• campaign for or against referendum questions, constitutional amendments, or local ordinances.
These employees may not: • use Government resources for a political activity • use official authority or influence to interfere with an election • personally solicit, accept, or receive a political contribution • coerce another Federal employee regarding political activities • knowingly solicit or discourage the political activity of any person with business before their agencies • be a candidate for public office in a partisan election • campaign for or against a candidate in a partisan election • circulate a nominating petition • distribute campaign literature • serve as an officer in a political party or as a delegate to a convention • stuff envelopes for a political party or candidate • wear a political button on duty • make telephone calls on behalf of a political party or campaign.
I lifted this from a Hatch Act publication put out by my agency, as I thought it would be of interest:
DO’S AND DON’TS: SPECIAL RULES FOR CAREER MEMBERS OF THE SENIOR EXECUTIVE SERVICE, ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGES, AND THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
Certain Federal employees have more limitations placed on their political activities. These employees include career members of the Senior Executive Service (SES), administrative law judges, and the Inspector General. In general, these employees are prohibited from engaging in partisan political management or partisan political campaigns; i.e., they may not work on a campaign where any candidate is running as the representative of a political party.
These employees may:
• register and vote
• assist in nonpartisan voter registration drives (but not partisan drives)
• participate in campaigns in nonpartisan elections
• contribute money to political organizations and candidates
• attend political fund-raising events
• attend political rallies and meetings
• sign nominating petitions
• campaign for or against referendum questions, constitutional amendments, or local ordinances.
These employees may not: • use Government resources for a political activity • use official authority or influence to interfere with an election • personally solicit, accept, or receive a political contribution • coerce another Federal employee regarding political activities • knowingly solicit or discourage the political activity of any person with business before their agencies • be a candidate for public office in a partisan election • campaign for or against a candidate in a partisan election • circulate a nominating petition • distribute campaign literature • serve as an officer in a political party or as a delegate to a convention • stuff envelopes for a political party or candidate • wear a political button on duty • make telephone calls on behalf of a political party or campaign.
I suppose I will need some clarification. I serve on the national Board of Governors of a political organization and have informed them that I would have to resign prior to the effective date of my appointment. However, may I retain membership without being an officer? Does the level of membership ($1,200 per annum) become a factor as to allowable membership retention?
Last Edit: Mar 20, 2008 10:26:36 GMT -5 by southerner
It probably depends on the definition of partisan political "management" and "campaigns." I am sure a save the whales campaign is fine, because there is no partisan association. The act implies an active participation and leadership of sorts.
Post by bettrlatethannevr on Mar 20, 2008 20:28:26 GMT -5
Speaking of requirements, please excuse this as a potentially dumb question from a private practice attorney, but can anyone advise as to whether there is a particular moment when a new ALJ is sworn in or otherwise formalized? If so, is this just a ministerial act, or is it something that a family member, etc., might attend? Thanks.
Speaking of requirements, please excuse this as a potentially dumb question from a private practice attorney, but can anyone advise as to whether there is a particular moment when a new ALJ is sworn in or otherwise formalized? If so, is this just a ministerial act, or is it something that a family member, etc., might attend? Thanks.
Well, if that's a dumb question, count me dumb, too, because I'd like to know as well.
Speaking of requirements, please excuse this as a potentially dumb question from a private practice attorney, but can anyone advise as to whether there is a particular moment when a new ALJ is sworn in or otherwise formalized? If so, is this just a ministerial act, or is it something that a family member, etc., might attend? Thanks.
On the Friday of the 4th week of training there is a graduation ceremony attended by agency bigwigs, often the Commisioner, and your family (if I recall correctly) may attend.
Speaking of requirements, please excuse this as a potentially dumb question from a private practice attorney, but can anyone advise as to whether there is a particular moment when a new ALJ is sworn in or otherwise formalized? If so, is this just a ministerial act, or is it something that a family member, etc., might attend? Thanks.
On the Friday of the 4th week of training there is a graduation ceremony attended by agency bigwigs, often the Commisioner, and your family (if I recall correctly) may attend.
That is a ceremonial event for picture taking. You should be sworn in on your first day in the office for the two weeks prior to training. My class went to training first and we were sworn in the first day. You will be an ALJ the first day at work for all purposes. The oath is the same as all executive officers take -- the same as the President's substituting the name of Administrative Law Judge for president.
I spoke to my HOCALJ and he plans to swear in the new judges. There is no requirement as to who swears you in.
I must go down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky, And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by, And the wheel's kick and the wind's song and the white sail's shaking, And a grey mist on the sea's face and a grey dawn breaking.
My HOCALJ was asked not to swear me in, but to let that occur in Baltimore.
Typical agency, there is no policy. I suspect an oath is not required. If I am correct, it is all window dressing.
I must go down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky, And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by, And the wheel's kick and the wind's song and the white sail's shaking, And a grey mist on the sea's face and a grey dawn breaking.
