Government and Civil Service Federal Laws and Regulations 2

Question 1

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) governs which aspect of federal government operations?

Accepted Answer

Federal government procurement and contracting with private vendors

Answer

The FAR is the primary regulation governing how federal agencies purchase goods and services from private contractors, covering solicitation, award, and administration of contracts.

Question 2

What is the purpose of the Congressional Review Act (CRA)?

Accepted Answer

To give Congress the power to disapprove and overturn recently finalized agency rules

Answer

The CRA provides Congress a mechanism to review and potentially disapprove major regulations issued by federal agencies through a joint resolution passed by both chambers.

Question 3

Which law prohibits federal employees from receiving gifts from parties they regulate or who seek government contracts?

Accepted Answer

Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch (5 CFR Part 2635)

Answer

The Standards of Ethical Conduct regulations prohibit federal employees from accepting gifts from 'prohibited sources' who have business before their agency.

Question 4

What is the Federal Register?

Accepted Answer

The official daily journal of the US federal government publishing proposed and final rules

Answer

The Federal Register is the official daily publication for rules, proposed rules, and notices from federal agencies, as well as executive orders and presidential documents.

Question 5

What protection does the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) provide?

Accepted Answer

Protection for workers over 40 from age-based employment discrimination

Answer

The ADEA prohibits employment discrimination against workers who are 40 years of age or older by employers with 20 or more employees.

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