Number: RL31822 Title: Entering the Executive Branch of Government: Potential Conflicts of Interest With Previous Employments and Affiliations Authors: Jack Maskell, American Law Division Abstract: This report examines the federal laws and regulations relevant to entering into government employment from the private sector, with respect particularly to the potential conflicts of interest that may arise because of the past employment, affiliations or financial interests or involvements of a nominee or new officer or employee in the executive branch of government. Pages: 19 Date: December 11, 2007