{"id":986,"date":"2025-07-17T14:48:55","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T14:48:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/seco\/?page_id=986"},"modified":"2025-12-01T21:04:13","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T21:04:13","slug":"ga-48","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/seco\/ga-48\/","title":{"rendered":"GA-48"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-wrap.wp-block-kadence-rowlayout.kb-row-layout-id986_e0ea00-4c{margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.kb-row-layout-id986_e0ea00-4c > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id986_e0ea00-4c > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id986_e0ea00-4c > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);max-width:var( --global-content-width, 1500px );padding-left:var(--global-content-edge-padding);padding-right:var(--global-content-edge-padding);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 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.kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:flex-start;}.kadence-column986_8cb982-04 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:flex-start;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column986_8cb982-04 inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading986_72c602-9e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading986_72c602-9e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading986_72c602-9e\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading986_72c602-9e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading986_72c602-9e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading986_72c602-9e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading986_72c602-9e img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading986_72c602-9e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading986_72c602-9e\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h1 class=\"kt-adv-heading986_72c602-9e has--font-size wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading986_72c602-9e\"><strong><strong>What is Executive Order No. GA-48?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading986_40ed15-a7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading986_40ed15-a7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading986_40ed15-a7\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading986_40ed15-a7 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading986_40ed15-a7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading986_40ed15-a7\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading986_40ed15-a7 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading986_40ed15-a7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading986_40ed15-a7\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading986_40ed15-a7 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading986_40ed15-a7\">On November 19, 2024, Governor Greg Abbott issued&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/gov.texas.gov\/uploads\/files\/press\/EO-GA-48_Hardening_State_Government_FINAL_11-19-2024.pdf\"><strong>Executive Order GA-48<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 Hardening of State Government. The order requires state agencies and Texas institutions of higher education to harden state systems and protect critical infrastructure and information from being accessed by foreign adversaries. GA-48 specifically references countries, governments, and non-government persons pursuant to 15 CFR 791.4, <em>Determination of foreign adversaries<\/em>, and mandates restrictions on System and System member institutional and personnel activities related to such countries, governments, and non-government persons. System Regulation 15.05.04 was amended to include those countries, governments, and non-government persons for purposes of GA-48, collectively referred to as \u201cCountry of Concern\u201d or \u201cCountries of Concern.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id986_5c6ac9-92 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:10px;}.kt-accordion-id986_5c6ac9-92 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{border-top:0px solid transparent;border-right:0px solid transparent;border-bottom:0px solid transparent;border-left:0px solid transparent;background:var(--global-palette7, #EDF2F7);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id986_5c6ac9-92 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header{border-top-color:var(--global-palette2, 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.kt-blocks-accordion-header:hover, \n\t\t\t\tbody:not(.hide-focus-outline) .kt-accordion-id986_5c6ac9-92 .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible{border-top-color:#eeeeee;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#eeeeee;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#eeeeee;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#eeeeee;border-left-style:solid;}.kt-accordion-id986_5c6ac9-92 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible,\n\t\t\t\t.kt-accordion-id986_5c6ac9-92 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top-color:var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:var(--global-palette2, #2B6CB0);border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id986_5c6ac9-92 kt-accordion-has-22-panes kt-active-pane-9 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-basic kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"9\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-7 kt-pane986_39aae7-b6\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>What is an Executive Order?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>An executive order is a directive from a state\u2019s governor (or the President of the United States) that manages the operations of the state\u2019s government.&nbsp; Executive orders have the force of law and must be followed by the state\u2019s agencies and their employees (including Texas public institutions of higher education and their faculty and staff employees).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-10 kt-pane986_d26de7-dc\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>Why are the following foreign governments or foreign non-government persons designated as \u201cforeign adversaries\u201d or \u201cCountries of Concern\u201d pursuant to 15 CFR 791.4: People\u2019s Republic of China (including the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and the Macau Special Administrative Region [China]), Republic of Cuba (Cuba), Islamic Republic of Iran (Iran), Democratic People\u2019s Republic of Korea (North Korea), Russian Federation (Russia) and Venezuelan&nbsp;Politician Nicolas Maduro (Maduro Regime)?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>The U.S. Secretary of Commerce determines \u201cforeign adversaries\u201d pursuant to 15 CFR 791.4 as \u201c\u2026<em>foreign governments or foreign non-government persons<\/em>..\u201d that \u201c\u2026<em>have engaged in a long-term pattern or serious instances of conduct significantly adverse to the national security of the United States or security and safety of United States persons<\/em>\u2026\u201d The Secretary\u2019s determination is based upon multiple sources, and the Secretary periodically reviews and\/or amends this list.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane986_e206fe-ac\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>What does Executive Order GA-48 consider \u201ccritical infrastructure\u201d?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Critical infrastructure means a communication infrastructure system, cybersecurity system, electric grid system, hazardous waste treatment system, or water treatment facility as per&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/statutes.capitol.texas.gov\/DocViewer.aspx?DocKey=BC%2fBC.117&amp;Phrases=%22critical+infrastructure%22&amp;HighlightType=1&amp;ExactPhrase=True&amp;QueryText=%22critical+infrastructure%22\"><strong>Texas Business &amp; Commerce Code, section 117.001(2)<\/strong><\/a> (formerly 113.001).&nbsp; Cybersecurity is referenced to mean the measures taken to protect a computer, computer network, computer system, or other technology infrastructure against unauthorized use or access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Communication infrastructure could include groupware, email, project management software, fax, phone, teleconferencing systems, and document management systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In general terms an IT infrastructure could include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hardware \u2013 servers, computers, network devices, storage systems, and peripheral devices<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Software \u2013 operating systems applications, databases, virtualization, and other software programs that enable various functionalities within the infrastructure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Networks \u2013 Networking components such as routers, switches, firewalls, and cables connect devices and facilitate data transmission across the infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Data Centers \u2013 Centralized facilities that house servers, storage systems, and networking equipment. The data center provides a controlled environments with power, cooling, and security features to ensure optimal performance and data protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cloud Systems \u2013 Cloud computing services, including Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS), offer scalable and flexible solutions for infrastructure requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Security Systems \u2013 Infrastructure security measures like firewalls, antivirus software, intrusion detection systems, and encryption technologies protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyber threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IT Service Management (ITSM) \u2013 ITSM frameworks and tools enable efficient management of IT services, including incident management, change management, problem management, and service desk support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cybersecurity System \u2013 Cybersecurity refers to any technologies, practices and policies for preventing&nbsp;cyberattacks or mitigating their impact. Cybersecurity aims to protect computer systems, applications, devices, data, financial assets and people against ransomware and other malware, phishing scams, data theft and other cyberthreats.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-9 kt-pane986_17b4a3-82\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>Are System employees allowed to travel for professional purposes to \u201cCountries of Concern\u201d (i.e., to attend conferences or meetings, or to conduct other official business on behalf of the State)? May System employees accept paid professional travel by or to &#8220;Countries of Concern?\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>No. Professional travel to \u201cCountries of Concern\u201d is prohibited. GA-48 does not apply to business travel to Venezuela unless it is to do business with the Maduro Regime. Accepting gifts from \u201cCountries of Concern\u201d is also prohibited.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-11 kt-pane986_3b1ade-97\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>How do I provide the pre-travel notice for personal travel?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>System employees must provide the required notice through Workday using the following Workday process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 1: Login to Workday.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 2: In the search window type \u201cCreate Request\u201d and press \u201cEnter\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 3: In the search results, under Tasks and Reports, select \u201cCreate Request\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 4: When the dialog box appears, select the search window and then select \u201cAll\u201d as the \u201cRequest Type\u201d from the drop-down menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 5: Select \u201cCertification of Travel to a Foreign-Adversary\u201d and then select OK.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 6: Answer the following questions in the form:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-When do you intend to leave for travel?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-When do you plan to return from travel?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Where do you intend to travel?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Enter any other comments<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The manager will receive a task and acknowledges receipt by submitting the task.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A task is triggered for the employee to complete a post-travel brief, and it remains in their Workday inbox until they return to work.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It should be noted that this task is a separate stand-alone process so the employee will need to request the appropriate absence (i.e. vacation) through Workday.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-12 kt-pane986_0f9639-ad\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>How do I provide the post-travel information for personal travel?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>System employees must provide the required post-travel information through Workday using the following Workday process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon submission of the required pre-travel report in Workday, a task is triggered for the employee to complete a post-travel brief, and it remains in their Workday inbox until they return to work.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon the employee\u2019s return to work, the employee completes a similar post-travel questionnaire and selects submit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The manager receives notification of the post-travel brief and closes the request.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-13 kt-pane986_49caea-79\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>How will the System use the pre-travel and post-travel information provided by employees for personal travel?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>The information is being collected solely for the purpose of complying with Executive Order GA-48.&nbsp;The System Member will retain the information in accordance with state records retention laws.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-14 kt-pane986_15b64f-dc\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>Will a System member be required to certify its compliance to GA-48?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Yes. Each System member will be required to submit a certification confirming its full implementation of this plan this summer. This certification must be submitted to the System Ethics and Compliance Office on or before July 1, 2025, to facilitate the System\u2019s certification to the Governor\u2019s Office on or before August 1, 2025.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-15 kt-pane986_cc9fa3-04\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>I am a faculty member with no teaching or other university appointments in the summer. Am I still under GA-48 restrictions to not accept any gift, including travel, from an entity associated with a \u201cCountry of Concern\u201d during the summer?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Yes.&nbsp; You are considered a full-time employee even without a summer appointment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-16 kt-pane986_607270-e3\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>I advise a doctorate student from a \u201cCountry of Concern.\u201d&nbsp; Am I allowed to accept a small token of appreciation from the student at graduation?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>No. GA-48 prohibits employees from accepting gifts from \u201cCountries of Concern\u201d for professional purposes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-17 kt-pane986_0aa20f-f0\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong><strong>I\u2019m publishing with an approved collaborator from a \u201cCountry of Concern.\u201d&nbsp; My collaborator\u2019s university will cover publications costs. Is this considered a gift?<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Yes. Allowing a \u201cCountry of Concern\u201d to pay for publishing costs is considered a gift for professional purposes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-19 kt-pane986_6ba37d-e3\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>How can I request a waiver or exemption from the requirements of GA-48?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>There are no waivers or exemptions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-20 kt-pane986_a8a6b8-39\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Can I combine personal travel to a \u201cCountry of Concern\u201d with professional travel to a non-Country of Concern?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Yes, however steps must be taken to ensure that no professional business is conducted while in the Country of Concern.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-21 kt-pane986_5c80b9-b0\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Can I take university\/agency items or work while abroad on personal travel in a \u201cCountry of Concern?\u201d<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>No. Working while abroad is considered professional activities, and in a \u201cCountry of Concern\u201d is prohibited. The Workday personal travel notification includes a certification: \u201cI will not participate in any university\/agency related activity, access university\/agency software, platforms, or networks, nor travel with any university\/agency related data, equipment, or property.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-22 kt-pane986_303a0c-5a\"><h2 class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>Can I participate in a foreign recruitment program by a foreign adversary nation?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/h2><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>No. GA-48 and System Regulation 15.05.04 prohibit participation in programs such as the PRC Thousand Talents Program. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is Executive Order No. GA-48? On November 19, 2024, Governor Greg Abbott issued&nbsp;Executive Order GA-48&nbsp;\u2013 Hardening of State Government. The order requires state agencies and Texas institutions of higher education to harden state systems and protect critical infrastructure and information from being accessed by foreign adversaries. 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