Article 2
Precedence of Laws and Regulations

Section 2.01

In the administration of all matters covered by this agreement, officials and employees are governed by existing or future laws or regulations of higher authorities.

Section 2.02

The terms and conditions of this agreement, plus the provisions contained in DOE Headquarters personnel administration orders constitute the personnel policies, practices, and general employment conditions for the bargaining unit. Therefore, except as provided in Article 13, Midcontract Negotiations, there will be no changes in any personnel policy, practice, or condition of employment during the life of this agreement.