(a) Merit system principles. CTMS is designed and the Secretary or designee, with assistance from the CTMB, administers CTMS based on the principles of merit and fairness embodied in the merit system principles in 5 U.S.C. § 2301(b).

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(b) Prohibited personnel practices. Any employee of the Department who has the authority to take, direct others to take, recommend, or approve any talent management action under this part must comply with 5 U.S.C. § 2302(b) regarding talent management actions under this part.

(c) Equal employment opportunity principles. CTMS is designed and the Secretary or designee, with assistance from the CTMB, administers CTMS and manages the DHS-CS in accordance with applicable anti-discrimination laws and policies. Thus, talent management actions under this part that materially affect a term or condition of employment must be free from discrimination.