SBIC Code of Business Ethics and Conduct
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| Keys to Compliance | Employees must conduct themselves in a manner to avoid any dealing that might be perceived as an attempt to inappropriately influence a public official in the performance of his or her official duties. Federal and state government officials may rely upon the accuracy of verbal and written statements made by Insurance Services and its employees. It is a violation of the law for any employee to knowingly make a false and misleading statement to a government official or auditor. In every instance, we need to provide accurate and complete statements to the government. |
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| Know and obey the law | We must understand all applicable laws and regulations including, without limitation, employment, discrimination, and insurance laws. We need to follow the law, both in letter and in spirit. |
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| Don't use Company money for political contribution | Under federal and most state statutes, it is unlawful and prohibited for Insurance Services or any employee to use Company funds to make any direct or indirect contributions (financial or in-kind) to parties, candidates, or lawful Political Action Committees. |
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| Keep personal political activities separate from Company's business | Seeking or holding any public office may give rise to situations where an employee's obligation to the community and obligation to the Company may conflict. In such situations, employees should avoid participating in decisions, whether as Company employees or public officeholders, which present such conflicts. |
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| Question: I strongly support a candidate for office in the upcoming election. May I hand out campaign literature on the job? | Answer: No. Distribution of such materials during work time or in work areas is an unacceptable use of company property and time and could create the mistaken impression that Insurance Services is endorsing a particular candidate. |
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| Question: May I make personal political contributions? | Answer: Yes. Personal political contributions are not prohibited. This is a matter of personal choice. |
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