Common use of Government Investigations Clause in Contracts

Government Investigations. Because of HII's broad business base, the company may from time to time be subject to investigations by government agencies. It is HII's policy to cooperate with every reasonably and valid request by federal, state and local government investigators. At the same time, HII is entitled to all the safeguards provided in the law for person under investigation, including representation by counsel. Accordingly, if a government investigator requests an interview with any HII personnel, seeks information or access to files and records, access to a facility, or poses written questions, he or she should be told that HII will cooperate, but that you must first discuss the matter with the Law Department. You should immediately telephone the Law Department which will then provide advice as to further action. Should you personally be approached after business hours by government officials seeking information, we recommend you decline to respond to any questions until you consult with the Law Department the next business day.