This page is intended as a reference resource for DoD ethics counselors.

• Relevant Authorities:
  • Laws & Regulations
    • 5 U.S.C. §§ 7321-7326, Political Activities of Federal Civilian Employees.
    • 5 C.F.R. Parts 733, 734, Political Activities of Federal Employees (Part 733) (Part 734)
       
  • DoD Authorities:
    • DoD Directive 1344.10, Political Activities by Members of the Armed Forces
       
• Relevant DoD Guidance:
  • Political Activity Deskbook
  • 2020 Election Year Guidance 
     
• Forms & Handouts:
  • Partisan Political Activity Rules for "Further Restricted" DoD Civilians (2020)
  • Partisan Political Activity Rules for "Less Restricted" DoD Civilians (2020)
  • Social Media and the Hatch Act (2018) 
  • Hatch Act Social Media Quick Guide  (2018)
     
• Guidance for Active Duty Military:
  • FAQs Social Media and Political Activities - Guidance for Members of the Armed Forces (June 24, 2014)
     
• Other Resources:
  • Office of the Special Counsel