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Suspected ethics violations should be reported to the Designated Agency Ethics Official (DAEO) or the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) within the relevant agency. These officials are responsible for handling and investigating ethics concerns, including conflicts of interest, violations of ethical standards, and misconduct.

In many cases, the DAEO provides guidance on ethical issues, and the OIG is tasked with investigating and addressing potential violations of law or regulations. Employees should follow the appropriate reporting procedures outlined by their agency, which may include submitting reports through secure channels or hotlines designated for ethics concerns.