22 U.S.C. § 3509
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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.