Lisa B. Williams v. U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board, and Office of Special Counsel Governor's Office for Individuals With Disabilities

Reversed and remanded by published PER CURIAM opinion.

OPINION

The United States Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB or the Board) appeals the district court’s finding that Lisa B. Williams, a state employee, was not subject to the Hatch Political Activity Act (Hatch Act), 5 U.S.C. §§ 1501-1508 (1988). Because we find that Williams was a “covered employee” subject to the proscriptions of the Act, we reverse the district court’s narrow interpretation of the Act and remand for further proceedings.

I

Between 1987 and 1994, Williams worked as Executive Assistant to the Director of the Governor’s…