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The Transition Guide (2020)

August 3, 2020

(link to PDF version)


The Presidential Transition Act requires Federal agencies to prepare for a possible Presidential transition in each Presidential election year. OGE developed this Guide as a resource for the Presidential Transition Team, in the event there is a transition, so that leadership positions can be filled quickly and free from conflicts of interest. This Guide explains the nominee ethics process, provides strategies for establishing a strong ethical culture in a Presidential administration, and includes useful reference materials.