OGE Tweaks Form for Snooping on Officials' Ethics Files
Published Date: 9/9/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Office of Government Ethics wants to update and extend the form people use to request government ethics documents for three more years. This affects anyone needing access to public financial reports from executive branch officials. The updated form is heading to the Office of Management and Budget for review, keeping the process smooth and official.
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