Political Activity (Hatch Act)
The following is a discussion of restrictions on political activity by federal
government employees, and by employees of certain state and local government agencies,
under the Hatch Act. You will find information on:
Hatch Act for Federal Employees
- Permitted/Prohibited Activities for Employees Who
May Participate in Partisan Political Activity
- Agencies/Employees Who Are Prohibited From Engaging in Partisan
Political Activity
- Permitted/Prohibited Activities for Employees Who May Not Participate in
Partisan Political Activity
- Hatch Act Regulations
- Penalties for Violating the Hatch Act
- Advisories for Federal Employees
- Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for Employees Who May
Engage in Partisan Political Activity
Hatch Act for State and Local Employees
- Permitted Activities
- Prohibited Activities
- Penalties for Violating the Hatch Act
- Advisories for State and Local Employees
OSC Role
- Advisory Opinions
- How to File a Complaint Alleging a Violation of the Hatch Act
- Enforcement
