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Legal Notices

Last updated: 17 August 2025
1. Privacy Policy

1.1 Overview: This site is operated by Jeremy R. Abbott. Your privacy is important, and this policy explains how information may be collected, used, and safeguarded when you visit this website or interact with its content.

1.2 Information Collected
  • Voluntarily Provided Information – When you use the contact form or otherwise provide information voluntarily, such as your name or email address.
  • Automatic Data – Standard technical data (e.g., IP address, browser type, pages visited) collected through analytics tools.
  • Cookies and Tracking – This site may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience.

1.3 Use of Information: Information collected is used solely for:
  • Responding to inquiries or messages you send.
  • Improving the functionality, security, and content of this site.
  • Ensuring legal compliance with applicable privacy laws.

1.4 Data Protection: Reasonable technical and administrative measures are taken to protect your data. No method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

1.5 Third-Party Links: This site may link to third-party websites. These sites are not operated by me, and I am not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

1.6 Children’s Privacy: This site is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and personal information from children is not knowingly collected.

1.7 Your Rights: Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding the access, correction, or deletion of your personal information.

1.8 Contact Regarding Privacy: For privacy-related inquiries, please use the Contact page on this site.

2. Disclaimer

2.1 Personal Capacity: All content, statements, and opinions expressed on this site and any linked personal social media accounts are my own and made in my personal capacity. They do not represent the views, policies, or positions of my employer, any government agency, or any affiliated organization.

2.2 Hatch Act and Legal Compliance: As a federal employee, I comply with the Hatch Act (5 U.S.C. §§ 7321–7326) and other relevant laws:
  • Political opinions expressed on this website or related platforms represent my personal views only and do not reflect the views of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or any federal agency.
  • Any political commentary is made outside of duty hours and without the use of government resources (including email, devices, or networks).
  • I do not solicit, receive, or direct political contributions in connection with my federal employment.
  • I refrain from using my official title, position, or government affiliation in connection with personal political activities.
  • I avoid any activity that could create an appearance of government endorsement of or opposition to a political party, candidate, or cause.
  • I comply with federal ethics regulations (5 C.F.R. Part 2635), avoiding conflicts of interest, misuse of position, or use of non-public information in connection with this website.
  • I may engage in lawful partisan political activities in my personal capacity, but never while on duty, in federal workplaces, using government resources, or suggesting government endorsement.
  • When in doubt, I seek guidance from designated agency ethics officials to ensure continued compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
  • For more information, see the U.S. Office of Special Counsel’s Hatch Act guidance

2.3 No Endorsement: References or links to third-party organizations, products, or services do not constitute endorsement.

2.4 No Warranty or Liability: This site and its content are provided “as is” without any express or implied warranties. I disclaim liability for any loss, damage, or consequences resulting from use of the site or reliance on its content.

2.5 Reservation of Rights: I reserve the right to modify or remove content, or update these terms, at any time without prior notice.

2.6 Contact Regarding Disclaimer: Questions about this disclaimer should be directed through the Contact page.

3. General Provisions

3.1 Governing Law: These notices shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado, United States.

3.2 Severability: If any provision of these notices is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.

3.3 Jurisdiction and Venue: Any disputes arising under or related to this website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

3.4 Entire Agreement: These notices constitute the entire agreement between the user and the website owner with respect to this website and supersede any prior understandings or agreements.

3.5 Waiver: Failure to enforce any provision of these notices shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.

3.6 Modifications: These notices may be updated or modified from time to time, and continued use of this website constitutes acceptance of any such changes.

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