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Welcome to your 2003 Annual Ethics Training.

Many of us have occasion to travel on Government business, and in doing so are subject to regulations, statutes, and policies. This training summarizes much of this guidance, so that you will be more aware of the requirements, and less likely to commit inadvertent violations.

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The training is designed to last approximately one hour, although some may complete it in less time.

If you have questions on how this guidance may apply to your particular situation, please contact your ethics counselor in advance. It is much easier and safer for you to get advice ahead of time, than it is to try to undo inappropriate actions. In fact, allegations involving improper official travel make up a large portion of the number of investigations conducted by the Inspector General. Such actions can involve career-ending mistakes, as well as costly administrative, civil, or even criminal penalties.

If you use NETSCAPE, you will have to print out a certificate of completion and send it to your ethics counselor in order to receive credit.

If you use MICROSOFT INTERNET EXPLORER, an automatic e-mail message will appear on your screen and you can send your certificate of completion to your ethics counselor.

If you have any questions while you are performing this training, please contact your ethics counselor. If you are in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, your ethics counselor is in the DoD Standards of Conduct Office (SOCO). We may be reached at:
Telephone:
703/695-3422
703/695-3272

E-mail:
SOCO@dodgc.osd.mil

If you are NOT in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, you must contact your local ethics counselor. If you are not sure who that is, check with your supervisor, your administrative office, or your local Judge Advocate or legal counsel.

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September 2003