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  <body><![CDATA[<p>As the 2020 legislative session begins, the University System of Georgia (USG) offers guidance to employees about its policies on political activities.</p>

<p>USG employees are encouraged to fulfill their civic obligations and share their views on political issues; however, in doing so, they may act only in their personal capacities and must not use Institute resources or appear to be speaking on behalf of the Institute.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In addition, USG employees may not hold elective political offices at the state or federal level while employed by the USG. Political campaigning during work hours, or in a way that interferes with Institute responsibilities, is prohibited.</p>

<p>Additional questions may be submitted to the Office of Ethics and Compliance at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:gtethics@gatech.edu">gtethics@gatech.edu</a>.</p>
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