The University provides guidance on identifying, acknowledging, and appropriately managing Conflicts of Interest (COI) and/or Conflicts of Commitment (COC) in compliance with Board Rule 106 and 106.2 and the State of Alabama Ethics Law, Ala. Code § 36-25-1, et. seq. Visit the links below for more details on COI/COCs. Institutional COI/COC Policy Webpage Disclosure Training Research COI/COC Policy Webpage Disclosure Training Alabama Ethics Law As public employees, UAH employees must adhere to the State of Alabama Ethics Law. Additional information is available from the Alabama Ethics Commission and under the tabs below. Legal Duty to File Statement of Economic Interest As a public institution, UAH employees who meet certain criteria are required to file an annual Statement of Economic Interests (SEI) with the Alabama Ethics Commission. When required under the law, the SEI should be filed annually in addition to any other disclosures required by UAH policy. The UAH Human Resources Office typically sends an annual reminder to all employees who are required to file a SEI disclosure at least 30 days prior to the reporting deadline. For more information, including filing criteria and ways to file, visit https://ethics.alabama.gov/soei.aspx. Who must file a Statement of Economic Interest form? The UAH Human Resources Office typically sends an annual reminder to all employees who are required to file a SEI disclosure at least 30 days prior to the reporting deadline.Who_must_file_a_Statement_of_Economic_Interests_Form.pdf Where do I find more information about the Statement of Economic Interest? For a full description of the requirements regarding the Alabama Ethics Commission’s efforts to ensure compliance with state conflict of interests laws and proper handling of taxpayer dollars, go to ethics.alabama.gov. There you will find a link to the “Statement of Economic Interests” and “FAQs,” which contain all of the necessary information for completing the form online or on paper. If you see or suspect unethical or illegal behavior in violation of the Alabama Ethics Law, report your concerns to your Supervisor or anonymously through the Ethics Hotline. The Ethics Hotline is available 24/7 by calling 866.362.9476 or reporting online. If the University becomes aware of a violation of the Alabama Ethics Law, it must report the matter to the State Ethics Commission. Board Rule 106.2 - Risk - Ethics - Compliance - Code of Conduct The University of Alabama Board of Trustees has adopted rules relating to risk, ethics, and compliance both at the System level and at the campus level. Each campus is required to appoint an officer(s) responsible for oversight of the institutional risk, ethics, and compliance programs. The campuses are required to work collaboratively to share resources and best practices “to facilitate risk management and ethical compliance among System institutions.” These rules also include a systemwide code of conduct: Provide quality education, research, healthcare, business interactions, and other services. The Board expects ethical and professional conduct, honesty, conscientious behavior, appropriate awareness of responsibilities, and personal accountability. Treat individuals with respect. The Board expects tolerance, respect, fairness, and equal opportunity for our community. University community members should avoid illegal harassment, discrimination, threats, and violence. Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and policies. University community members should learn and follow governing rules, be proactive to prevent and detect violations, properly report suspected violations, and act to ensure proper resolution of issues and conflicts related to the same. Use confidential information responsibly. University community members should be wise custodians of confidential, proprietary, and private information. Acknowledge and appropriately manage conflicts of interest. University community members should be loyal to our missions and institutions, appropriately objective and impartial in exercising their duties and discretion, and follow applicable ethical standards. University community members must not use public offices or resources for private or other improper gain, or otherwise act under an improper conflict-of-interest related to their duties. Safeguard and accurately account for resources. The Board expects University community members to be responsible stewards of, and appropriately account for, resources, including property, equipment, finances, material, electronic and other systems. University community members should prevent waste and abuse, adopt and follow appropriate protocols, exhibit sound practices, and seek efficiency in operations. Promote a safe environment. University community members should promote personal safety, good practices, and security. Document, code, bill, and collect in accordance with applicable rules and regulations. Compliance with law and regulations is a priority in all operations. Recordkeeping should be in accordance with such goals. Board Rule 106: Ethics - Conflicts of Interest - Members of The Board of Trustees and Senior Administrators The Board of Trustees members have voluntarily adopted and subscribed to Rule 106 relating to conflicts of interest, doing business with the University, or revealing sensitive or "inside" information to others who might unfairly benefit therefrom. To read the rule in full, please visit: https://uasystem.edu/board/manual/100-series. The Board of Trustees members have voluntarily adopted and subscribed to Rule 106 relating to conflicts of interest, doing business with the University, or revealing sensitive or "inside" information to others who might unfairly benefit therefrom. To read the rule in full, please visit: https://uasystem.edu/board/manual/100-series. “Senior administrators who have a potential conflict of interest shall refrain from attempting to influence other administrators or Board members on the matter giving rise to the potential conflict of interest. In the event the transaction requires the approval of the disqualified senior administrator, that approval authority shall be delegated by operation of this Rule as follows: In the case of disqualification of the Chancellor, the approval authority shall be delegated to the President pro tempore of the Board, who will notify the Executive Committee. In the case of the disqualification of any other senior administrator, the approval authority shall be delegated to that senior administrator’s supervisor. In the case of disqualification of multiple senior administrators, such that the delegation of authority as outlined above is not possible, the approval authority shall be delegated to the President pro tempore of the Board or his or her designee.”