Terms of Service

Effective Date: April 15, 2026

By accessing and using valor-institute.org (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site. VALOR Institute ("we," "us," "our," or "Institute") reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time, and such modifications shall be effective immediately upon posting to the Site.

1. Description of Service

VALOR Institute is an independent, nonpartisan research organization dedicated to government accountability, constitutional liberty, and institutional reform. The Site provides research reports, policy analysis, investigative findings, and commentary. All content is intended for informational and educational purposes.

2. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Site, including but not limited to research reports, analyses, investigative findings, graphics, logos, and design elements, are the exclusive property of VALOR Institute or its content providers and are protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, transmit, display, or otherwise use any content without our prior written consent, except for personal, non-commercial use with proper attribution.

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3. Research Standards and Methodology

VALOR Institute research is conducted according to established methodological standards. Our findings represent our best assessment based on available evidence, but are subject to the limitations of data availability, analytical methodology, and evolving factual circumstances. Research outputs should not be construed as legal, financial, or professional advice.

4. User Conduct

You agree not to use the Site to:

5. AI-Generated and AI-Assisted Content

VALOR Institute utilizes artificial intelligence ("AI") technologies, including large language models and automated systems, as tools in content production, research, editorial processes, and site operations. By using this Site, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

5.1 Nature of AI-Assisted Content. Content published on this Site may be generated, drafted, edited, summarized, or otherwise assisted by AI systems. This includes, but is not limited to, research reports, policy analyses, data summaries, social media content, and editorial recommendations. AI-assisted content is reviewed by human researchers and editors before publication; however, the degree of human review may vary by content type.

5.2 No Guarantee of Accuracy. While we employ editorial oversight and fact-checking procedures, AI-generated content may contain errors, inaccuracies, outdated information, or unintended biases inherent in the underlying AI models. We do not warrant that any AI-assisted content is complete, accurate, reliable, or free from error. Readers should independently verify any information before relying on it for decision-making.

5.3 Editorial Responsibility. All published content reflects VALOR Institute's research standards and editorial judgment, regardless of the production methods employed. The use of AI tools does not diminish our commitment to analytical rigor and integrity, but readers should be aware that AI-assisted workflows are an integral part of our operations.

5.4 Disclosure. VALOR Institute is transparent about its use of AI in content production. We may, but are not obligated to, label individual pieces of content as AI-assisted. The absence of an explicit AI label on any content does not represent that AI tools were not used in its creation or production.

5.5 Limitation of Liability for AI Content. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, VALOR INSTITUTE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, LOSSES, OR HARM ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO AI-GENERATED OR AI-ASSISTED CONTENT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ERRORS, OMISSIONS, INACCURACIES, OR ANY RELIANCE PLACED ON SUCH CONTENT. THIS LIMITATION APPLIES WHETHER THE CLAIM IS BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

5.6 Intellectual Property. AI-generated content published on this Site is owned by VALOR Institute to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. The use of AI tools in content creation does not grant any third party, including AI service providers, any ownership interest in the published content.

5.7 Compliance. VALOR Institute's use of AI in content production is intended to comply with applicable laws and regulations, including Federal Trade Commission ("FTC") guidelines on transparency and disclosure. We continuously review our practices to ensure compliance with evolving AI regulations at the federal, state, and international levels.

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, government databases, and external research sources. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content or practices of such third-party sites.

7. Disclaimers

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. VALOR INSTITUTE MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. WHILE WE STRIVE FOR ACCURACY IN ALL CONTENT, WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT CONTENT IS ERROR-FREE OR COMPLETE.

Research and policy analysis involve matters of interpretation and judgment. Findings and conclusions represent VALOR Institute's assessment and do not necessarily represent the views of any referenced individuals, organizations, or government entities.

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, VALOR INSTITUTE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS OR REVENUE, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SITE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless VALOR Institute, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensees from any claims, damages, losses, and liabilities arising out of your violation of these Terms or your use of the Site.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, United States.

11. Contact

For questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at:

VALOR Institute
Email: [email protected]