Can I accept a discounted rate for an event?

It depends. Each situation needs to be looked at in its own context. Seek guidance from your manager or a Conflict of Interest Advisor.

For example, if an employee is a member of an association or has a membership in an organization related to their official NRC duties, then the employee may be able to accept the discounted rate. This would apply when the discount is a benefit applicable to all members and not offered to an individual employee.

In another example, where a vendor is sponsoring an event and offers a discounted rate to an NRC employee, the NRC may determine that it is preferable to pay the regular rate for the employee to avoid the perception of a conflict of interest.