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94x8: Application of 18 U.S.C. § 205 to Agency Employees Providing Representational Services

February 23, 1994

Determining whether a representational activity is permitted by 18 U.S.C. § 205 requires deciding whether the activity is in the proper discharge of an employee's official duties. It must be determined on a case by case basis if the employee's representation in the proceeding is inconsistent with the faithful performance of the employee's duties.

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