# 5 CFR § 3601.101: Purpose

> Federal · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-5-3601.101

## Section

- **Citation:** 5 CFR § 3601.101
- **Heading:** Purpose
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** September 22, 2026
- **Source:** Publisher's official text
- **Location:** Title 5—Administrative Personnel > CHAPTER XXVI—DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE > PART 3601—SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

## Text

In accordance with 5 CFR 2635.105, the regulations in this part apply to employees of the Department of Defense (DoD) and supplement the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch contained in 5 CFR part 2635. DoD employees are required to comply with part 2635, this part, and implementing guidance and procedures.

## Nearby sections

- [5 CFR § 3601.101 § 3601.101 Purpose.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-5-3601.101.md)
- [5 CFR § 3601.102 § 3601.102 Designation of DoD components as separate agencies for purposes of gifts from outside sources, and teaching, speaking, and writing.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-5-3601.102.md)
- [5 CFR § 3601.103 § 3601.103 Additional exceptions for gifts from outside sources.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-5-3601.103.md)
- [5 CFR § 3601.104 § 3601.104 Additional limitations on gifts between employees.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-5-3601.104.md)
- [5 CFR § 3601.105 § 3601.105 Disclaimer for teaching, speaking, and writing in a personal capacity related to official duties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-5-3601.105.md)
- [5 CFR § 3601.106 § 3601.106 Prior approval for outside employment and business activities.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-5-3601.106.md)
- [5 CFR § 3601.107 § 3601.107 Waiver.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-5-3601.107.md)

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