300.0a—Applicability of 49 CFR part 99.
(a)
Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, each DOT employee involved in matters covered by this chapter shall comply with the rules on “Employee Responsibilities and Conduct” in 49 CFR part 99.
(b)
The rules in this part shall be construed as being consistent with those in 49 CFR part 99. If a rule in this part is more restrictive than a rule in 49 CFR part 99, the more restrictive rule shall apply.