§ 3509. Conflict of interest; personnel and activities covered

Members of the Council and Institute Fellows shall avoid any action, in their activities with respect to the Institute, which might result in, or create the appearance of, a conflict of interest, including but not limited to—

• (1) using their office or position for private gain;
• (2) giving preferential treatment to any person;
• (3) making recommendations or decisions relating to any activity authorized by this chapter in other than an impartial and independent manner;
• (4) misusing Government property or official information obtained through their office or position which has not been made available to the general public; or
• (5) affecting adversely the confidence of the public in the integrity of the Institute.