CFR › Title 45 › Part 73 › §73.20645 CFR §73.206Verified against eCFR.gov as of June 20, 2026View official text on eCFR.gov ↗Copy linkEmployees must avoid any action, irrespective of whether it is specifically prohibited by this part, that might result in or create the appearance of:(a)Impeding Government efficiency or economy; or(b)Making a Government decision outside of official channels.