Regulation .02 Factors to Be Considered.

In determining whether to grant an exception under Regulation .01 of this chapter, the Commission shall consider:

The nature of the qualifying relative’s relationship with the business entity;

The nature of the relationship between the official or employee and the qualifying relative;

The geographical distance between the official or employee and the qualifying relative;

Any prior issues related to the official’s or employee’s participation in the matter;

Agency controls and safeguards;

Any involvement by the qualifying relative in the matter involving the official or employee; and

The nature of the official’s or employee’s participation in the matter in relation to the official’s or employee’s overall duties.