Title 2 USCTitle 2 Online@118-34not31 no OLRC 2023-12-19T11:11:52 USCConverter 1.7.2  Title 2 THE CONGRESS Current through 118-34not31    Chap. Sec.  1. Election of Senators and Representatives 1  2. Organization of Congress 21  3. Compensation and Allowances of Members [Transferred, Omitted, or Repealed] 31  4. Officers and Employees of Senate and House of Representatives [Transferred, Omitted, or Repealed] 60  5. Library of Congress 131  6. Congressional and Committee Procedure; Investigations 190  7. Contested Elections [Repealed] 201  8. Federal Corrupt Practices [Repealed] 241  8A. Regulation of Lobbying [Repealed] 261  9. Office of Legislative Counsel 271  9A. Office of Law Revision Counsel 285  9B. Legislative Classification Office [Repealed] 286  9C. Office of Parliamentarian of House of Representatives 287  9D. Office of Senate Legal Counsel 288  10. Classification of Employees of House of Representatives 291  10A. Payroll Administration in House of Representatives [Transferred, Omitted, or Repealed] 331  11. Citizens Commission on Public Service and Compensation 351  12. Contested Elections 381  13. Joint Committee on Congressional Operations [Repealed] 411  14. Federal Election Campaigns [Transferred or Repealed] 431  15. Office of Technology Assessment 471  16. Congressional Mailing Standards 501  17. Congressional Budget Office 601  17A. Congressional Budget and Fiscal Operations 621  17B. Impoundment Control 681  18. Legislative Personnel Financial Disclosure Requirements [Transferred] 701  19. Congressional Award Program 801  19A. John Heinz Competitive Excellence Award 831  20. Emergency Powers To Eliminate Budget Deficits 900  20A. Statutory Pay-as-You-Go 931  21. Civic Achievement Award Program in Honor of Office of Speaker of House of Representatives [Repealed] 1001  22. John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development 1101  22A. Open World Leadership Center 1151  22B. Hunger Fellowship Program 1161  23. Government Employee Rights [Transferred or Repealed] 1201  24. Congressional Accountability 1301  25. Unfunded Mandates Reform 1501  26. Disclosure of Lobbying Activities 1601  27. Sound Recording Preservation by the Library of Congress 1701  28. Architect of the Capitol 1801  29. Capitol Police 1901  30. Operation and Maintenance of Capitol Complex 2001  31. Capitol Visitor Center 2201  41. Congressional Officers and Administration 4101  43. Congressional Committees 4301  45. Congressional Pay and Benefits 4501  47. Congressional Ethics 4701  49. Congressional Pages 4901  51. House of Representatives Leadership 5101  53. House of Representatives Members 5301  55. House of Representatives Officers and Administration 5501  61. Senate Leadership 6101  63. Senate Members 6301  65. Senate Officers and Administration 6501     Editorial Notes        Disposition Table   (Showing disposition of former sections of Title 2)  Title 2 Former Classification Title 2 New Classification  29d 4711 29d note ( Pub. L. 101194, title VIII,  801(e) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1772 4711 note 29d note ( Pub. L. 101194, title VIII,  802(e) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1773 4711 note 29d note ( Pub. L. 101194, title VIII,  805 Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1778 4711 note 31 4501 31 note ( Pub. L. 103356, title I,  101 Oct. 13, 1994 108 Stat. 3410 4501 note 31 note ( Mar. 2, 1955, ch. 9,  5 69 Stat. 11 4501 note 31 note ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 850 4501 note 31 note ( Pub. L. 1133,  1 Feb. 4, 2013 127 Stat. 51 4501 note 31 note ( Pub. L. 104186,  1(a) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1718 4501 note 31 note ( Pub. L. 88426, title II,  201 Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 413 4501 note 31 note ( Pub. L. 1133,  3 Feb. 4, 2013 127 Stat. 51 4501 note 31 note ( Pub. L. 11346, div. A,  146 Oct. 17, 2013 127 Stat. 565 4501 note 31 note ( Pub. L. 112240, title VIII,  802 Jan. 2, 2013 126 Stat. 2369 4501 note 31 note ( Pub. L. 111165,  1 May 14, 2010 124 Stat. 1185 4501 note 31 note ( Pub. L. 1118, div. J,  103 Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 988 4501 note 31 note ( Pub. L. 109289, div. B, title I,  115 Pub. L. 1105,  2 Feb. 15, 2007 121 Stat. 12 4501 note 31 note ( Pub. L. 1036,  7 Mar. 4, 1993 107 Stat. 35 4501 note 31 note ( Pub. L. 9863, title I,  908(d) July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 338 4501 note 31 note ( Pub. L. 9751,  130(c) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 966 4502 312 4725 312 note ( Pub. L. 10290, title III,  314(g) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 470 4725 note 313 4726 313 note ( Pub. L. 11081, title V,  544(f) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 771 4726 note 313 note ( Pub. L. 11081, title V,  544(e) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 771 4726 note 31a1 6102 31a1 note ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  13(c) Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3172 6102 note 31a1 note ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1(f) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 349 6102 note 31a2 6135 31a2a 6136 31a2b 6137 31a2c 6138 31a2d 6101 31a3 6159 31a4 6160 31b 5121 31b1 5125 31b1 note ( Pub. L. 91665 Jan. 8, 1971 84 Stat. 1989 5125 note 31b1 note ( Pub. L. 93532,  1(a) Dec. 22, 1974 88 Stat. 1723 5125 note 31b2 5126 31b4 5127 31b5 5128 31b7 5129 31b7 note ( Pub. L. 10369, title I,  101A(b) Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 699 5129 note 32 6111 32a 6112 32b 6115 32b note ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  7 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 350 6115 note 33 6301 33 note ( Pub. L. 9751,  112(e) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 963 6301 note 34 5301 35 5302 35a 5303 36 6302 36a 4592 37 5304 38a 5305 38b omitted 39 5306 40 4522 40a 4523 42a 6116 43b2 5343 43b3 5344 43d 6311 46a 6117 46a note ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  2(b) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 349 6117 note 46a note ( Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1507 6117 note 46a note ( July 15, 1952, ch. 758 66 Stat. 639 6117 note 46a note ( Sept. 27, 1950, ch. 1052 64 Stat. 1047 6117 note 46a note ( Oct. 10, 1949, ch. 662 63 Stat. 738 6117 note 46a note ( May 10, 1948, ch. 270 62 Stat. 213 6117 note 46a note ( May 1, 1947, ch. 49 61 Stat. 58 6117 note 46a note ( July 23, 1946, ch. 591 60 Stat. 602 6117 note 46a note ( Dec. 28, 1945, ch. 589 59 Stat. 633 6117 note 46a1 6573 46a1 note ( Pub. L. 96304, title I,  112(b) July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 892 6573 note 46a1 note ( Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1508 6573 note 46a1 note ( Pub. L. 101163, title I,  6 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1045 6573 note 46b1 5534 46d1 6118 47 4521 48 5307 49 5310 50 5308 51 4110 51 note ( Pub. L. 105275, title II,  209 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2448 4110 note 51 note ( Pub. L. 97245 Aug. 26, 1982 96 Stat. 313 4110 note 54 5345 55 6316 57 4313 57 note ( Pub. L. 10657, title I,  103(c) Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 416 4313 note 57 note ( Pub. L. 101520, title I,  104 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2262 4313 note 57a 4314 57b 5341 58 6314 58 note ( Pub. L. 10657, title I,  1[(a)] Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 410 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 10657, title I,  1(c) Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 411 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  1(a) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2432 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  3(a) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1180 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 10290, title I,  7(c) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 451 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 101520, title I,  4(d) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2258 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 101520, title I,  8 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2259 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 101520, title I,  9(b) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2260 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 100458, title I Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2162 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 100137,  1(b)(1) Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 815818 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 9965,  2 July 12, 1985 99 Stat. 163 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 98181, title I,  1204(b) Nov. 30, 1983 97 Stat. 1290 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 97257, title I,  104(b) Sept. 10, 1982 96 Stat. 849 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 9751,  122 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 965 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 96304, title I,  103 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 96304, title I,  104 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(b) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 95240, title II,  208 Mar. 7, 1978 92 Stat. 117 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  112(f) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 665 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 93145,  101 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 532 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 10369, title I,  2 Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 695 6314 note 58 note ( Pub. L. 101163, title I,  5(b) Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1045 6314 note 58a 6315 58a note ( Pub. L. 10453, title I,  5 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 517 6315 note 58a note ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  104(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 568 6315 note 58a note ( Pub. L. 104197, title I,  4(b) Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2397 6315 note 58a1 6621 58a1 note ( Pub. L. 100123,  4 Oct. 5, 1987 101 Stat. 795 6621 note 58a2 6622 58a3 6623 58a4 6624 58c 6313 58c note ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  3(d) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1180 6313 note 59 6317 59 note ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  4(b) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 350 6317 note 59 note ( Pub. L. 96304, title I,  109 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 890 6317 note 59 note ( Pub. L. 9459, title I,  106(b) July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 276 6317 note 591 6318 59b 6320 59d 5346 59d1 6319 59e 503 59e note ( Pub. L. 10883, title I,  105(b) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1018 503 note 59e note ( Pub. L. 10619,  1(b) Apr. 8, 1999 113 Stat. 29 503 note 59f 504 59f note ( Pub. L. 103283, title I,  3(c) July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1427 504 note 59g 505 59h 506 601 4101 602 4724 60a1 4571 60a1 note ( Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title III,  311(c)] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 4571 note 60a1 note ( Pub. L. 89504, title III,  302(g) July 18, 1966 80 Stat. 295 4571 note 60a1 note ( Pub. L. 89301,  11(g) Oct. 29, 1965 79 Stat. 1121 4571 note 60a1 note ( Pub. L. 88426, title II,  202(f) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 414 4571 note 60a1 note ( Pub. L. 87793, title VI,  1005(c) Oct. 11, 1962 76 Stat. 867 4571 note 60a1 note ( Pub. L. 86568, title I,  117(c) July 1, 1960 74 Stat. 303 4571 note 60a1 note ( Pub. L. 85462,  4(c) June 20, 1958 72 Stat. 208 4571 note 60a1 note ( June 28, 1955, ch. 189,  4(c) 69 Stat. 176 4571 note 60a1 note ( Oct. 24, 1951, ch. 554,  2(e) 65 Stat. 614 4571 note 60a1 note ( Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 783 63 Stat. 974 4571 note 60a1a 4572 60a1b 4573 60a2 4531 60a2 note ( Pub. L. 85462,  4(k) June 20, 1958 72 Stat. 209 4531 note 60a2 note ( June 28, 1955, ch. 189,  4(c) 69 Stat. 176 4531 note 60a2 note ( Oct. 24, 1951, ch. 554,  2(e) 65 Stat. 614 4531 note 60a2 note ( Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 783 63 Stat. 974 4531 note 60a2a 4532 60c1 4591 60c1 note ( Pub. L. 97257, title I,  105(c) Sept. 10, 1982 96 Stat. 849 4591 note 60c1 note ( Pub. L. 9751,  111(b) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 962 4591 note 60c1 note ( Pub. L. 9638, title I,  108(b) July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 113 4591 note 60c1 note ( Pub. L. 92136,  9(b) Oct. 11, 1971 85 Stat. 378 4591 note 60c1 note ( Pub. L. 86426,  3 Apr. 20, 1960 74 Stat. 54 4591 note 60c2a 6568 60c3 4594 60c4 4524 60c5 4579 60c5 note ( Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  1001(c) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1124 4579 note 60c6 4536 60d1 4551 60d1 note ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  116(c) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 573 4551 note 60e1a 4555 60e1b 4556 60e1c 4557 60e1d 4558 60e2a 1853 60e2b 1854 60g2 5322 60g2 note ( Pub. L. 93245 Jan. 3, 1974 87 Stat. 1079 5322 note 60j 4507 60j note ( Pub. L. 96304, title I,  107(d) July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 890 4507 note 60j note ( Pub. L. 95391, title I,  110(b) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 775 4507 note 60j note ( Pub. L. 95240, title II,  205 Mar. 7, 1978 92 Stat. 117 4507 note 60j note ( Pub. L. 87730,  106(e) Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 695 4507 note 60j1 1927 note 60j1 note ( Pub. L. 88454,  104(d) Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 550 1927 note 60j2 4508 60j4 4509 60k 1313 note 60 l 1311 note 60 o 4537 60 o Pub. L. 10555, title I,  103(b) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1183 4537 note 60 o Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  6] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 4580 60p 4595 60q 4505 60q note ( Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  1401(c) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1134 4505 note 61 4574 611 4575 611 note ( Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  1 Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2026 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  1 Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 814 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2220 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  4(b) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2221 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 568 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  1 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3168 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 10883, title I,  1 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1010 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  3 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 349 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  106 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 568 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 10657, title I,  2 Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 411 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  8 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2434 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  5 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1181 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  1(b)] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 100137,  1(c)(1) Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 818 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 10071, title I,  3(a) July 11, 1987 101 Stat. 423 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 98367, title I,  3(b) July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 475 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 98367, title I,  12(c) July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 477 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 98181, title I,  1203(b) Nov. 30, 1983 97 Stat. 1290 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 96304, title I,  112(b) July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 892 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 94440, title I,  101(a) Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1443 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 93371,  6 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 430 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 532 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 633 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 340 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 9057,  105(k) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 144 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 10883, title I,  10 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1014 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 94157, title I,  111(c) Dec. 18, 1975 89 Stat. 832 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 94157, title I,  111(c) Dec. 18, 1975 89 Stat. 832 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  111(a) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 662 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 100137,  3 Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 819 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  111(d) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 663 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 10071, title I,  3(b) July 11, 1987 101 Stat. 423 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 99349, title I,  1 July 2, 1986 100 Stat. 741 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 9988, title I,  191 Aug. 15, 1985 99 Stat. 348 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 98367, title I,  9 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 475 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 9863, title I,  901 July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 335 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 97257, title I Sept. 10, 1982 96 Stat. 849 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 9712, title I,  106 June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 62 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 96304, title I,  105 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 9686,  111(a) Oct. 12, 1979 93 Stat. 660 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 95391, title I,  104(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 772 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 81 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 94157, title I Dec. 18, 1975 89 Stat. 830 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 9432, title I June 12, 1975 89 Stat. 182 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 93371 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 425 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 340 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 90239 Jan. 2, 1968 81 Stat. 774 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 89697 Oct. 27, 1966 80 Stat. 1063 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 8825, title I May 17, 1963 77 Stat. 31 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 87545, title I July 25, 1962 76 Stat. 215 4575 note 611 note ( June 28, 1955, ch. 189,  4(d) 69 Stat. 176 4575 note 611 note ( Oct. 24, 1951, ch. 554,  2(c)(1) 65 Stat. 614 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 89504, title III,  302(f) July 18, 1966 80 Stat. 295 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 89301,  11(f) Oct. 29, 1965 79 Stat. 1121 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 88426, title II,  202(e) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 413 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 87793, title VI,  1005(b) Oct. 11, 1962 76 Stat. 867 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 86568, title I,  117(b) July 1, 1960 74 Stat. 303 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 85462,  4(b) June 20, 1958 72 Stat. 207 4575 note 611 note ( June 28, 1955, ch. 189,  4(e)(2) 69 Stat. 177 4575 note 611 note ( Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 783 63 Stat. 974 4575 note 611 note ( Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 783 63 Stat. 974 4575 note 611 note ( Dec. 20, 1944, ch. 617,  2(b) 58 Stat. 832 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 954 Feb. 16, 1977 91 Stat. 12 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 9432, title I,  5 June 12, 1975 89 Stat. 183 4575 note 611 note ( Pub. L. 86213 Sept. 1, 1959 73 Stat. 443 4575 note 611a 4576 611b 4577 611c 4581 61a 6531 61a note ( Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 6531 note 61a note ( Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 6531 note 61a3 6534 61a9 6565 61a9a 6564 61a9a note ( Pub. L. 98367, title I,  1 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 474 6564 note 61a9a note ( Pub. L. 9712, title I,  102 June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 61 6564 note 61a9a note ( Pub. L. 95355, title I,  101 Sept. 8, 1978 92 Stat. 533 6564 note 61a9a note ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  106 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 661 6564 note 61a11 6539 61b 6535 61b note ( Pub. L. 86213 Sept. 1, 1959 73 Stat. 443 6535 note 61b3 6541 61b3 note ( Pub. L. 97257, title I,  107 Sept. 10, 1982 96 Stat. 850 6541 note 61c1 6540 61c2 6537 61c2 note ( Pub. L. 8990 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 266 6537 note 61c2 note ( May 19, 1956, ch. 313 70 Stat. 175 6537 note 61d 6651 61d1 6652 61d2 6653 61d4 6654 61e 6591 61e1 6594 61e1 note ( Pub. L. 94226,  1(b) Mar. 9, 1976 90 Stat. 203 6594 note 61e1 note ( Pub. L. 94226,  1(c) Mar. 9, 1976 90 Stat. 203 6594 note 61e1 note ( Pub. L. 94226,  1(a) Mar. 9, 1976 90 Stat. 203 6594 note 61e2 6595 61e3 6593 61e4 6598 61f1a 6612 61f1a note ( Pub. L. 101520, title I,  6 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2258 6612 note 61f1a note ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  6 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2161 6612 note 61f1a note ( Pub. L. 9712, title I,  108 June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 62 6612 note 61f1a note ( Pub. L. 9686,  111(c) Oct. 12, 1979 93 Stat. 661 6612 note 61f7 6597 61f7 note ( Pub. L. 10290, title I,  8 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 451 6597 note 61f7 note ( Pub. L. 10290, title I,  9 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 452 6597 note 61f8 6599 61f9 6596 61f10 6502 61f11 6620 61f12 6628 61f12 note ( Pub. L. 109289, div. B, title II,  20701(c)(2) Pub. L. 1105,  2 Feb. 15, 2007 121 Stat. 38 6628 note 61f13 6633 61f14 6617 61g 6151 61g note ( Pub. L. 9526, title I,  102(b) May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 82 6151 note 61g4 6156 61g5 6152 61g6 6155 61g6 note ( Pub. L. 10883, title I,  2(b) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1010 6155 note 61g6 note ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  105(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 568 6155 note 61g6 note ( Pub. L. 101520, title I Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2256 6155 note 61g6 note ( Pub. L. 101163, title I Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1043 6155 note 61g6 note ( Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) [title I,  105] Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 6155 note 61g6a 6153 61g6a note ( Pub. L. 10453, title I,  7(b) Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 518 6153 note 61g6a note ( Pub. L. 10290, title I,  1(b) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 450 6153 note 61g6a note ( Pub. L. 101163, title I,  1 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1044 6153 note 61g6a note ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  1 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2161 6153 note 61g6a note ( Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  7] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 6153 note 61g6b 6154 61g7 6157 61g8 6158 61g8 note ( Pub. L. 101163, title I,  2 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1044 6158 note 61g8 note ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  2 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2161 6158 note 61g8 note ( Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 6158 note 61h4 6131 61h5 6132 61h6 6501 61h6 note ( Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  2(b) Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 815 6501 note 61h6 note ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  6(b) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 350 6501 note 61h6 note ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  101(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 563 6501 note 61h6 note ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  4(c) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2433 6501 note 61h6 note ( Pub. L. 101302, title III,  314(b) May 25, 1990 104 Stat. 246 6501 note 61h6 note ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  110(b) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 662 6501 note 61h6 note ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  8 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2222 6501 note 61h6 note ( Pub. L. 10955, title I,  2 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 568 6501 note 61h6 note ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  2 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3169 6501 note 61h6 note ( Pub. L. 10883, title I,  6 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1013 6501 note 61h7 6133 61h7 note ( Pub. L. 101163, title I,  9 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1046 6133 note 61j2 6134 61k 6113 61 l 6114 62 6592 641 6542 642 6562 642 note ( Pub. L. 9751,  113 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 963 6562 note 642 note ( Pub. L. 9712, title I,  107 June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 62 6562 note 64a 6532 64a1 6536 64b 6533 65a 6507 65a note ( Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 504 6507 note 65a note ( July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 400 6507 note 65a note ( Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 321 6507 note 65a note ( July 9, 1952, ch. 598 66 Stat. 467 6507 note 65a note ( Oct. 11, 1951, ch. 485 65 Stat. 392 6507 note 65a note ( Sept. 6, 1950, ch. 896 64 Stat. 597 6507 note 65a note ( June 22, 1949, ch. 235 63 Stat. 219 6507 note 65a note ( June 14, 1948, ch. 467 62 Stat. 425 6507 note 65b 6613 65c 6512 65c note ( Pub. L. 10883, title I,  5(b) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1013 6512 note 65c note ( Pub. L. 9863, title I July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 334 6512 note 65d 6614 65f 6567 65f note ( Pub. L. 10518, title II,  7003(b) June 12, 1997 111 Stat. 192 6567 note 66a 4578 67 6312 67a 4335 68 6503 68 note ( Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1776 6503 note 68 note ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 834 6503 note 681 6504 682 6505 683 6506 684 6615 685 6629 685 note ( Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  3(b)] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 6629 note 686 6508 686 note ( Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  8] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 6508 note 686a 6611 687 6574 688 6509 68a 6510 68a note ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 834 6510 note 68b 6513 68c 4331 68d 6511 68e 6561 68f 6563 69 4333 691 4334 691 note ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  6(c) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1181 4334 note 69a 6514 69a note ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  6(b) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2222 6514 note 69a note ( Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  6] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 6514 note 69b 6578 72a 4301 72a note ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  105(b) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1184 4301 note 72a note ( Pub. L. 91510, title VI,  601 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1204 4301 note 72a note ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 839 4301 note 72a note ( Pub. L. 91510,  1 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1140 4301 note 72a note ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753,  1(a) 60 Stat. 812 4301 note 72a note ( Pub. L. 10453, title I,  105 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 521 4301 note 72a note ( Pub. L. 103283, title I July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1430 4315 72a note ( Pub. L. 91510, title III,  301(d) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1177 4301 note 72a note ( Pub. L. 91510, title III,  301(e) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1177 4301 note 72a note ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 839 4301 note 72a1b 4311 72a1e 4332 72a1e note ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  111(f) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 663 4332 note 72a1f 4338 72a1g 4721 72a1h 4722 72a1i 4723 72b 4312 72d 4336 72d1 4337 741 5122 74a 5101 74a note ( Pub. L. 85462,  4(n) June 20, 1958 72 Stat. 209 5101 note 74a note ( Pub. L. 8990,  103 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 281 Jan. 19, 1965 5101 note 74a note ( Pub. L. 8990,  103 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 281 Mar. 9, 1965 5101 note 74a2 4302 74a3 5141 74a3 note ( Pub. L. 10453, title I,  103 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 520 5141 note 74a4 5142 74a5 5142 note 74a7 5123 74a7 note ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  113 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 572 5123 note 74a8 5161 74a8 note ( Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  104(c) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1123 5161 note 74a9 5102 74a10 5144 74a10a 5145 74a10b 5146 74a11 5105 74a11a 5104 74a12 5124 74a13 5162 74a13 note ( Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  102(c) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1121 5162 note 74b 6538 74c 5143 74c note ( Pub. L. 91145,  103 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 359 5143 note 74c note ( Pub. L. 10453, title I,  103 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 520 5143 note 74d 5621 74d note ( Pub. L. 10883, title I,  106 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1018 5624 74d1 5622 74d2 5623 75a1 5501 75f 5502 77 5601 78 5604 78 note ( Pub. L. 10453, title III,  313 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 538 5605 79 5603 80 5309 80a 4560 83 5602 842 5521 842 note ( Pub. L. 111248,  3(b) Sept. 30, 2010 124 Stat. 2626 5521 note 842 note ( Pub. L. 9851, title I,  111(1) July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 269 5521 note 84a 5561 88b 4903 88b1 4901 88b1 note ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  491(f) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1198 4901 note 88b1 note ( Pub. L. 9712, title I June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 65 4901 note 88b1 note ( Pub. L. 96536,  101(c) Dec. 16, 1980 94 Stat. 3167 4901 note 88b1 note ( Pub. L. 9638, title III,  303 July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 142 4901 note 88b1 note ( Pub. L. 95391, title III,  305 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 789 4901 note 88b2 4911 88b2 note ( Pub. L. 1102,  4 Feb. 2, 2007 121 Stat. 5 4911 note 88b2 note ( Pub. L. 1102,  1 Feb. 2, 2007 121 Stat. 4 4911 note 88b3 4912 88b3 note ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  101(b) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2438 4912 note 88b4 4913 88b5 4917 88b7 4931 88c2 4914 88c2 note ( Pub. L. 98367, title I,  103 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 479 4914 note 88c3 4915 88c4 4916 89 4552 89a 4559 92 5321 92 note ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  104(b) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1184 5321 note 92 note ( Pub. L. 96536,  101(c) Dec. 16, 1980 94 Stat. 3167 5321 note 92 note ( Pub. L. 91145,  103 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 359 5321 note 92a 5323 92a note ( Pub. L. 98473, title I,  123A(a) Oct. 12, 1984 98 Stat. 1969 5323 note 92b 5324 92b note ( Aug. 21, 1935, ch. 600,  4 49 Stat. 680 5324 note 92b1 5327 92b2 5328 92b3 5329 92c 5325 92d 5326 951 5505 95a 5506 95b 5507 95b note ( Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  104(b) Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2029 5507 note 95b note ( Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  103(b) Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 817 5507 note 95b note ( Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  105(c) Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 818 5507 note 95b note ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  109(b) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 355 5507 note 95b note ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  102 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1183 5507 note 95c 5532 95d 5508 95e 5533 101 4701 102a 4107 104a 4108 104a note ( Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  1(b)] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 4108 note 104b 5535 104b note ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  105 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2439 4713 104c 5562 104d 4702 104d note ( Pub. L. 11081, title I,  105(c) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 741 4702 note 104e 4712 104e note ( Pub. L. 112105,  19(b)(2) Apr. 4, 2012 126 Stat. 305 4712 note 104e note ( Pub. L. 11081, title III,  306 Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 754 4712 note 104f 4728 104g 4727 105 4303 106 6569 107 6570 108 6571 109 4104 110 4105 111 4102 111a 6625 111b 4103 111b note ( Pub. L. 9863, title I,  903(b) July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 336 4103 note 112 6572 112 note ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 834 6572 note 112e 5536 112e note ( Pub. L. 91139,  3 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 292 5536 note 112f 5509 112g 5537 112h 5538 113 4109 114 6575 115 5563 117 6516 117 note ( May 29, 1928, ch. 901,  1(122) 45 Stat. 995 6516 note 117b 6630 117b1 6517 117b2 6631 117c 6632 117d 6626 117d1 6627 117e 5540 117e note ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  114(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 572 5540 note 117e note ( Pub. L. 101163, title I,  103(c) Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1050 5540 note 117e note ( Pub. L. 10071, title I July 11, 1987 101 Stat. 425 5540 note 117e note ( Pub. L. 99500,  101(j) Oct. 18, 1986 100 Stat. 1783287 Pub. L. 99591,  101(j) Oct. 30, 1986 100 Stat. 3341287 5540 note 117f 5539 117g 4121 117h 4122 117i 2013 117j 5541 117j note ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  103(b) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2225 5541 note 117j1 5542 117k 5543 117 l 5544 117m 5545 117m note ( Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  102(c) Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 817 5545 note 117m note ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  104(b) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2225 5545 note 117m note ( Pub. L. 10913, div. A, title III,  3401(c) May 11, 2005 119 Stat. 272 5545 note 117m note ( Pub. L. 111248,  1 Sept. 30, 2010 124 Stat. 2625 5545 note 118 5503 118a 5504 119 4106 121 2052 121b 6634 note 121b1 6634 121b1 note ( Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  3(b)] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 6634 note 121c 6635 121d 6576 121d note ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  107(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 569 6576 note 121d note ( Pub. L. 103283, title I,  1 July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1426 6576 note 121e 6515 121f 2026 121g 4123 123b 4131 123b note ( Pub. L. 101520, title I,  7(b) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2259 4131 note 123b note ( Pub. L. 101520, title I,  7(c) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2259 4131 note 123b note ( Pub. L. 10453, title I,  107 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 522 4131 note 123b1 4132 123b1 note ( Pub. L. 101520, title I,  7(d) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2259 4132 note 123c 6618 123c1 6619 123d 6636 123e 6577 124 5606 124 note ( Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 513 5606 note 124 note ( July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 403 5606 note 124 note ( Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 325 5606 note 125 4553 125a 4506 1262 6543 126b 6544 127a 5342 127b 4538 1301 5581 1302 5582 130a 4504 130b 4503 130b note ( Pub. L. 94310,  4 June 15, 1976 90 Stat. 687 4503 note 130c 4593 130c note ( Pub. L. 104316, title I,  101(e) Oct. 19, 1996 110 Stat. 3827 4593 note 130d 4554 130e 2172 130f 5571 130f note ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  110(c) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 355 5571 note 130g 6616 130h 5546 130j 5531 130k 5547 130 l 5591 331 4533 331 note ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  477(b) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1195 4533 note 333 5103 333a omitted 335 4534 336 4535 442 6566 2161 4902 2161 note ( Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1512 4902 note CHAPTER 1 ELECTION OF SENATORS AND REPRESENTATIVES    Sec.  1. Time for election of Senators.  1a. Election to be certified by governor.  1b. Countersignature of certificate of election.  2. Omitted.  2a. Reapportionment of Representatives; time and manner; existing decennial census figures as basis; statement by President; duty of clerk.  2b. Number of Representatives from each State in 78th and subsequent Congresses.  2c. Number of Congressional Districts; number of Representatives from each District.  3 4. Omitted.  5. Nominations for Representatives at large.  6. Reduction of representation.  7. Time of election.  8. Vacancies.  9. Voting for Representatives.  1. Time for election of Senators  At the regular election held in any State next preceding the expiration of the term for which any Senator was elected to represent such State in Congress, at which election a Representative to Congress is regularly by law to be chosen, a United States Senator from said State shall be elected by the people thereof for the term commencing on the 3d day of January next thereafter. ( June 4, 1914, ch. 103,  1 38 Stat. 384 June 5, 1934, ch. 390,  3 48 Stat. 879  Editorial Notes Amendments 1934Act June 5, 1934 Constitutional Provisions The first section of Amendment XX to the Constitution provides in part: * * * the terms of Senators and Representatives [shall end] at noon on the 3d day of January, of the years in which such terms would have ended if this article had not been ratified; and the terms of their successors shall then begin. Time for election of Senators, see Const. Art. I,  4, cl. 1. Vacancies in the Senate, see Const. Amend. XVII.  1a. Election to be certified by governor  It shall be the duty of the executive of the State from which any Senator has been chosen to certify his election, under the seal of the State, to the President of the Senate of the United States. (R.S.  18.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  18 derived from act July 25, 1866, ch. 245,  3 14 Stat. 244  1b. Countersignature of certificate of election  The certificate mentioned in section 1a of this title (R.S.  19.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  19 derived from act July 25, 1866, ch. 245,  3 14 Stat. 244  2. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, act Aug. 8, 1911, ch. 5 37 Stat. 13  2a. Reapportionment of Representatives; time and manner; existing decennial census figures as basis; statement by President; duty of clerk (a) On the first day, or within one week thereafter, of the first regular session of the Eighty-second Congress and of each fifth Congress thereafter, the President shall transmit to the Congress a statement showing the whole number of persons in each State, excluding Indians not taxed, as ascertained under the seventeenth and each subsequent decennial census of the population, and the number of Representatives to which each State would be entitled under an apportionment of the then existing number of Representatives by the method known as the method of equal proportions, no State to receive less than one Member. (b) Each State shall be entitled, in the Eighty-third Congress and in each Congress thereafter until the taking effect of a reapportionment under this section or subsequent statute, to the number of Representatives shown in the statement required by subsection (a) of this section, no State to receive less than one Member. It shall be the duty of the Clerk of the House of Representatives, within fifteen calendar days after the receipt of such statement, to send to the executive of each State a certificate of the number of Representatives to which such State is entitled under this section. In case of a vacancy in the office of Clerk, or of his absence or inability to discharge this duty, then such duty shall devolve upon the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives. (c) Until a State is redistricted in the manner provided by the law thereof after any apportionment, the Representatives to which such State is entitled under such apportionment shall be elected in the following manner: (1) If there is no change in the number of Representatives, they shall be elected from the districts then prescribed by the law of such State, and if any of them are elected from the State at large they shall continue to be so elected; (2) if there is an increase in the number of Representatives, such additional Representative or Representatives shall be elected from the State at large and the other Representatives from the districts then prescribed by the law of such State; (3) if there is a decrease in the number of Representatives but the number of districts in such State is equal to such decreased number of Representatives, they shall be elected from the districts then prescribed by the law of such State; (4) if there is a decrease in the number of Representatives but the number of districts in such State is less than such number of Representatives, the number of Representatives by which such number of districts is exceeded shall be elected from the State at large and the other Representatives from the districts then prescribed by the law of such State; or (5) if there is a decrease in the number of Representatives and the number of districts in such State exceeds such decreased number of Representatives, they shall be elected from the State at large. ( June 18, 1929, ch. 28,  22 46 Stat. 26 Apr. 25, 1940, ch. 152 54 Stat. 162 Nov. 15, 1941, ch. 470,  1 55 Stat. 761 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  201 Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1724  Editorial Notes Amendments 1996Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 104186 1941Act Nov. 15, 1941 1940Act Apr. 25, 1940 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Termination of Reporting Requirements For termination, effective May 15, 2000 section 3003 of Pub. L. 10466 section 1113 of Title 31 Constitutional Provisions Apportionment of Representatives among the several States, see Const. Art. I,  2, cl. 3, and Amend. XIV,  2. Temporary Increase in Membership Representation of States of Alaska and Hawaii in House of Representatives as not affecting basis of apportionment established by this section, see section 9 of Pub. L. 85508 July 7, 1958 72 Stat. 339 section 21 of Title 48 section 8 of Pub. L. 863 Mar. 18, 1959 73 Stat. 4 section 491 of Title 48  2b. Number of Representatives from each State in 78th and subsequent Congresses  Each State shall be entitled, in the Seventy-eighth and in each Congress thereafter until the taking effect of a reapportionment under a subsequent statute or section 2a of this title January 8, 1941 ( Nov. 15, 1941, ch. 470,  2(a) 55 Stat. 762  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Certificates to Executives of States Act Nov. 15, 1941, ch. 470,  2(b) 55 Stat. 762 Nov. 15, 1941 Nov. 15, 1941 section 2a of this title  2c. Number of Congressional Districts; number of Representatives from each District  In each State entitled in the Ninety-first Congress or in any subsequent Congress thereafter to more than one Representative under an apportionment made pursuant to the provisions of section 2a(a) of this title ( Pub. L. 90196 Dec. 14, 1967 81 Stat. 581  3, 4. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 3, act Aug. 8, 1911, ch. 5,  3 37 Stat. 14 Act of June 18, 1929, ch. 28,  22 46 Stat. 21 section 2a of this title June 18, 1929 Wood v. Broom Section 4, act Aug. 8, 1911, ch. 5,  4 37 Stat. 14 Act of June 18, 1929, ch. 28,  22 46 Stat. 21 section 2a of this title June 18, 1929 Wood v. Broom  5. Nominations for Representatives at large  Candidates for Representative or Representatives to be elected at large in any State shall be nominated in the same manner as candidates for governor, unless otherwise provided by the laws of such State. ( Aug. 8, 1911, ch. 5,  5 37 Stat. 14  6. Reduction of representation  Should any State deny or abridge the right of any of the male inhabitants thereof, being twenty-one years of age, and citizens of the United States, to vote at any election named in the amendment to the Constitution, article 14, section 2, except for participation in the rebellion or other crime, the number of Representatives apportioned to such State shall be reduced in the proportion which the number of such male citizens shall have to the whole number of male citizens twenty-one years of age in such State. (R.S.  22.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  22 derived from act Feb. 2, 1872, ch. 11,  6 17 Stat. 29  7. Time of election  The Tuesday next after the 1st Monday in November, in every even numbered year, is established as the day for the election, in each of the States and Territories of the United States, of Representatives and Delegates to the Congress commencing on the 3d day of January next thereafter. (R.S.  25; Mar. 3, 1875, ch. 130,  6 18 Stat. 400 June 5, 1934, ch. 390,  2 48 Stat. 879  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  25 derived from act Feb. 2, 1872, ch. 11,  3 17 Stat. 28 The second sentence of this section, which was based on section 6 of the act Mar. 3, 1875 Amendments 1934Act June 5, 1934 Constitutional Provisions The first section of Amendment XX to the Constitution provides: The terms of Senators and Representatives [shall end] at noon on the 3d day of January, of the years in which such terms would have ended if this article had not been ratified; and the terms of their successors shall then begin. Time for election of Representatives, see Const. Art. I,  4, cl. 1.  8. Vacancies (a) In general Except as provided in subsection (b), the time for holding elections in any State, District, or Territory for a Representative or Delegate to fill a vacancy, whether such vacancy is caused by a failure to elect at the time prescribed by law, or by the death, resignation, or incapacity of a person elected, may be prescribed by the laws of the several States and Territories respectively. (b) Special rules in extraordinary circumstances (1) In general In extraordinary circumstances, the executive authority of any State in which a vacancy exists in its representation in the House of Representatives shall issue a writ of election to fill such vacancy by special election. (2) Timing of special election A special election held under this subsection to fill a vacancy shall take place not later than 49 days after the Speaker of the House of Representatives announces that the vacancy exists, unless, during the 75-day period which begins on the date of the announcement of the vacancy (A) a regularly scheduled general election for the office involved is to be held; or (B) another special election for the office involved is to be held, pursuant to a writ for a special election issued by the chief executive of the State prior to the date of the announcement of the vacancy. (3) Nominations by parties If a special election is to be held under this subsection, the determination of the candidates who will run in such election shall be made (A) by nominations made not later than 10 days after the Speaker announces that the vacancy exists by the political parties of the State that are authorized by State law to nominate candidates for the election; or (B) by any other method the State considers appropriate, including holding primary elections, that will ensure that the State will hold the special election within the deadline required under paragraph (2). (4) Extraordinary circumstances (A) In general In this subsection, extraordinary circumstances occur when the Speaker of the House of Representatives announces that vacancies in the representation from the States in the House exceed 100. (B) Judicial review If any action is brought for declaratory or injunctive relief to challenge an announcement made under subparagraph (A), the following rules shall apply: (i) Not later than 2 days after the announcement, the action shall be filed in the United States District Court having jurisdiction in the district of the Member of the House of Representatives whose seat has been announced to be vacant and shall be heard by a 3-judge court convened pursuant to section 2284 of title 28 (ii) A copy of the complaint shall be delivered promptly to the Clerk of the House of Representatives. (iii) A final decision in the action shall be made within 3 days of the filing of such action and shall not be reviewable. (iv) The executive authority of the State that contains the district of the Member of the House of Representatives whose seat has been announced to be vacant shall have the right to intervene either in support of or opposition to the position of a party to the case regarding the announcement of such vacancy. (5) Protecting ability of absent military and overseas voters to participate in special elections (A) Deadline for transmittal of absentee ballots In conducting a special election held under this subsection to fill a vacancy in its representation, the State shall ensure to the greatest extent practicable (including through the use of electronic means) that absentee ballots for the election are transmitted to absent uniformed services voters and overseas voters (as such terms are defined in the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act [ 52 U.S.C. 20301 (B) Period for ballot transit time Notwithstanding the deadlines referred to in paragraphs (2) and (3), in the case of an individual who is an absent uniformed services voter or an overseas voter (as such terms are defined in the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act), a State shall accept and process any otherwise valid ballot or other election material from the voter so long as the ballot or other material is received by the appropriate State election official not later than 45 days after the State transmits the ballot or other material to the voter. (6) Application to District of Columbia and territories This subsection shall apply (A) to a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress in the same manner as it applies to a Member of the House of Representatives; and (B) to the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, and the United States Virgin Islands in the same manner as it applies to a State, except that a vacancy in the representation from any such jurisdiction in the House shall not be taken into account by the Speaker in determining whether vacancies in the representation from the States in the House exceed 100 for purposes of paragraph (4)(A). (7) Rule of construction regarding Federal election laws Nothing in this subsection may be construed to affect the application to special elections under this subsection of any Federal law governing the administration of elections for Federal office (including any law providing for the enforcement of any such law), including, but not limited to, the following: (A) The Voting Rights Act of 1965 ( 42 U.S.C. 1973 52 U.S.C. 10301 (B) The Voting Accessibility for the Elderly and Handicapped Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1973ee 52 U.S.C. 20101 (C) The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1973ff 52 U.S.C. 20301 (D) The National Voter Registration Act of 1993 ( 42 U.S.C. 1973gg 52 U.S.C. 20501 (E) The Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 ( 42 U.S.C. 12101 (F) The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ( 29 U.S.C. 701 (G) The Help America Vote Act of 2002 ( 42 U.S.C. 15301 52 U.S.C. 20901 (R.S.  26; Pub. L. 10955, title III,  301 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 588  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act, referred to in subsec. (b)(5), (7)(C), is Pub. L. 99410 Aug. 28, 1986 100 Stat. 924 The Voting Rights Act of 1965, referred to in subsec. (b)(7)(A), is Pub. L. 89110 Aug. 6, 1965 79 Stat. 437 The Voting Accessibility for the Elderly and Handicapped Act, referred to in subsec. (b)(7)(B), is Pub. L. 98435 Sept. 28, 1984 98 Stat. 1678 The National Voter Registration Act of 1993, referred to in subsec. (b)(7)(D), is Pub. L. 10331 May 20, 1993 107 Stat. 77 The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, referred to in subsec. (b)(7)(E), is Pub. L. 101336 July 26, 1990 104 Stat. 327 section 12101 of Title 42 The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, referred to in subsec. (b)(7)(F), is Pub. L. 93112 Sept. 26, 1973 87 Stat. 355 section 701 of Title 29 The Help America Vote Act of 2002, referred to in subsec. (b)(7)(G), is Pub. L. 107252 Oct. 29, 2002 116 Stat. 1666 Codification R.S.  26 derived from act Feb. 2, 1872, ch. 11,  4 17 Stat. 28 Amendments 2005 Pub. L. 10955 Constitutional Provisions Vacancies in the House of Representatives, see Const. Art. I,  2, cl. 4.  9. Voting for Representatives  All votes for Representatives in Congress must be by written or printed ballot, or voting machine the use of which has been duly authorized by the State law; and all votes received or recorded contrary to this section shall be of no effect. (R.S.  27; Feb. 14, 1899, ch. 154 30 Stat. 836  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  27 derived from acts Feb. 28, 1871, ch. 99,  19 16 Stat. 440 May 30, 1872, ch. 239 17 Stat. 192 CHAPTER 2 ORGANIZATION OF CONGRESS    Sec.  21. Oath of Senators.  22. Oath of President of Senate.  23. Presiding officer of Senate may administer oaths.  24. Secretary of Senate or assistant secretary may administer oaths.  25. Oath of Speaker, Members, and Delegates.  25a. Delegate to House of Representatives from District of Columbia.  25b. Repealed.  26. Roll of Representatives-elect.  27. Change of place of meeting.  28. Parliamentary precedents of House of Representatives.  28a. Compilation of the Precedents of House of Representatives; date of completion; biennial update; printing and availability of copies.  28b. Printing and binding as public document of Precedents of House of Representatives; number of sets authorized.  28c. Distribution of Precedents by Director of the Government Publishing Office.  28d. Distribution of Precedents by Director of the Government Publishing Office for official use; particular distribution; marking and ownership of sets.  28e. Distribution of Precedents by Joint Committee on Printing of surplus sets; additional printing, etc., of sets under authority of Joint Committee.  29. Condensed and simplified versions of House precedents; other useful materials in summary form; form and distribution to Members of Congress, Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico, and others; appointment and compensation of personnel; utilization of services of personnel of Federal agencies.  29a. Early organization of House of Representatives.  29b 29c. Omitted.  29d. Transferred.  30. Term of service of Members of Congress as trustees or directors of corporations or institutions appropriated for.  30a. Jury duty exemption of elected officials of legislative branch.  30b. Notice of objecting to proceeding.  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Change of Name and Transfer of Functions of Committees and Officers of House of Representatives Pub. L. 10414 June 3, 1995 109 Stat. 186  SECTION 1. REFERENCES IN LAW TO COMMITTEES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. (a)  References to Committees With New Names Except as provided in subsection (c), any reference in any provision of law enacted before January 4, 1995 (1) the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to the Committee on National Security of the House of Representatives [Committee on National Security of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Armed Services of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 (2) the Committee on Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to the Committee on Banking and Financial Services of the House of Representatives [Committee on Banking and Financial Services of House of Representatives abolished and replaced by Committee on Financial Services of House of Representatives, and jurisdiction over matters relating to securities and exchanges and insurance generally transferred from Committee on Energy and Commerce of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Seventh Congress, Jan. 3, 2001 (3) the Committee on Education and Labor of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to the Committee on Economic and Educational Opportunities of the House of Representatives [Committee on Economic and Educational Opportunities of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Education and the Workforce of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Fifth Congress, Jan. 7, 1997 Jan. 5, 2007 Jan. 5, 2011 Jan. 9, 2019 Jan. 9, 2023 (4) the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to the Committee on Commerce of the House of Representatives [Committee on Commerce of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Energy and Commerce of House of Representatives, and jurisdiction over matters relating to securities and exchanges and insurance generally transferred to Committee on Financial Services of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Seventh Congress, Jan. 3, 2001 (5) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to the Committee on International Relations of the House of Representatives [Committee on International Relations of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Foreign Affairs of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 6, One Hundred Tenth Congress, Jan. 5, 2007 (6) the Committee on Government Operations of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to the Committee on Government Reform and Oversight of the House of Representatives [Committee on Government Reform and Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Government Reform of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Jan. 5, 2007 Jan. 9, 2019 Jan. 9, 2023 (7) the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives [Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 (8) the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to the Committee on Resources of the House of Representatives [Committee on Resources of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Natural Resources of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 6, One Hundred Tenth Congress, Jan. 5, 2007 (9) the Committee on Public Works and Transportation of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives; and (10) the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to the Committee on Science of the House of Representatives [Committee on Science of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Science and Technology of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 6, One Hundred Tenth Congress, Jan. 5, 2007 Jan. 5, 2011 (b)  References to Abolished Committees Any reference in any provision of law enacted before January 4, 1995 (1) the Committee on District of Columbia of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to the Committee on Government Reform and Oversight [now Committee on Oversight and Accountability] of the House of Representatives; (2) the Committee on Post Office and Civil Service of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to the Committee on Government Reform and Oversight [now Committee on Oversight and Accountability] of the House of Representatives, except that a reference with respect to the House Commission on Congressional Mailings [probably should be Mailing] Standards (the Franking Commission) shall be treated as referring to the Committee on House Oversight [now Committee on House Administration] of the House of Representatives; and (3) the Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to (A) the Committee on Agriculture of the House of Representatives, in the case of a provision of law relating to inspection of seafood or seafood products; (B) the Committee on National Security [now Committee on Armed Services] of the House of Representatives, in the case of a provision of law relating to interoceanic canals, the Merchant Marine Academy and State Maritime Academies, or national security aspects of merchant marine; (C) the Committee on Resources [now Committee on Natural Resources] of the House of Representatives, in the case of a provision of law relating to fisheries, wildlife, international fishing agreements, marine affairs (including coastal zone management) except for measures relating to oil and other pollution of navigable waters, or oceanography; (D) the Committee on Science [now Committee on Science, Space, and Technology] of the House of Representatives, in the case of a provision of law relating to marine research; and (E) the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives, in the case of a provision of law relating to a matter other than a matter described in any of subparagraphs (A) through (D). (c)  References to Committees With Jurisdiction Changes Any reference in any provision of law enacted before January 4, 1995 (1) the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to (A) the Committee on Agriculture of the House of Representatives, in the case of a provision of law relating to inspection of seafood or seafood products; (B) the Committee on Banking and Financial Services [now Committee on Financial Services] of the House of Representatives, in the case of a provision of law relating to bank capital markets activities generally or to depository institution securities activities generally; and (C) the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives, in the case of a provision of law relating to railroads, railway labor, or railroad retirement and unemployment (except revenue measures related thereto); and (2) the Committee on Government Operations of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring to the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives in the case of a provision of law relating to the establishment, extension, and enforcement of special controls over the Federal budget. SEC. 2. REFERENCES IN LAW TO OFFICERS OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. Any reference in any provision of law enacted before January 4, 1995 (1) of the Clerk of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring, with respect to that function, duty, or authority, to the officer of the House of Representatives exercising that function, duty, or authority, as determined by the Committee on House Oversight [now Committee on House Administration] of the House of Representatives; (2) of the Doorkeeper of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring, with respect to that function, duty, or authority, to the officer of the House of Representatives exercising that function, duty, or authority, as determined by the Committee on House Oversight [now Committee on House Administration] of the House of Representatives; (3) of the Postmaster of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring, with respect to that function, duty, or authority, to the officer of the House of Representatives exercising that function, duty, or authority, as determined by the Committee on House Oversight [now Committee on House Administration] of the House of Representatives; and (4) of the Director of Non-legislative and Financial Services of the House of Representatives shall be treated as referring, with respect to that function, duty, or authority, to the officer of the House of Representatives exercising that function, duty, or authority, as determined by the Committee on House Oversight [now Committee on House Administration] of the House of Representatives.  21. Oath of Senators  The oath of office shall be administered by the President of the Senate to each Senator who shall be elected, previous to his taking his seat. (R.S.  28.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  28 derived from act June 1, 1789, ch. 1,  2 1 Stat. 23  22. Oath of President of Senate  When a President of the Senate has not taken the oath of office, it shall be administered to him by any Member of the Senate. (R.S.  29.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  29 derived from act June 1, 1789, ch. 1,  2 1 Stat. 23  23. Presiding officer of Senate may administer oaths  The presiding officer, for the time being, of the Senate of the United States, shall have power to administer all oaths and affirmations that are or may be required by the Constitution, or by law, to be taken by any Senator, officer of the Senate, witness, or other person, in respect to any matter within the jurisdiction of the Senate. ( Apr. 18, 1876, ch. 66,  1 19 Stat. 34  24. Secretary of Senate or assistant secretary may administer oaths  The Secretary of the Senate, and the assistant secretary thereof, shall, respectively, have power to administer any oath or affirmation required by law, or by the rules or orders of the Senate, to be taken by any officer of the Senate, and to any witness produced before it. ( Apr. 18, 1876, ch. 66,  2 19 Stat. 34 Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 125  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Assistant secretary of the Senate deemed successor in references to chief clerk of the Senate in all laws, rules, resolutions, and orders, effective July 1, 1971 Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 125  25. Oath of Speaker, Members, and Delegates  At the first session of Congress after every general election of Representatives, the oath of office shall be administered by any Member of the House of Representatives to the Speaker; and by the Speaker to all the Members and Delegates present, and to the Clerk, previous to entering on any other business; and to the Members and Delegates who afterward appear, previous to their taking their seats. The Clerk of the House of Representatives of the Eightieth and each succeeding Congress shall cause the oath of office to be printed, furnishing two copies to each Member and Delegate who has taken the oath of office in accordance with law, which shall be subscribed in person by the Member or Delegate, who shall thereupon deliver them to the Clerk, one to be filed in the records of the House of Representatives, and the other to be recorded in the Journal of the House and in the Congressional Record; and such signed copies, or certified copies thereof, or of either of such records thereof, shall be admissible in evidence in any court of the United States, and shall be held conclusive proof of the fact that the signer duly took the oath of office in accordance with law. (R.S.  30; Feb. 18, 1948, ch. 53 62 Stat. 20  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  30 derived from act June 1, 1789, ch. 1,  2 1 Stat. 23 The last paragraph of this section, which permitted Members and Delegates of the House of Representatives of the Eightieth Congress to subscribe and deliver two signed copies of the printed oath of office at any time before the expiration of the Eightieth Congress, was omitted. Amendments 1948Act Feb. 18, 1948  25a. Delegate to House of Representatives from District of Columbia (a) The people of the District of Columbia shall be represented in the House of Representatives by a Delegate, to be known as the Delegate to the House of Representatives from the District of Columbia, who shall be elected by the voters of the District of Columbia in accordance with the District of Columbia Election Act. The Delegate shall have a seat in the House of Representatives, with the right of debate, but not of voting, shall have all the privileges granted a Representative by section 6 of Article I of the Constitution, and shall be subject to the same restrictions and regulations as are imposed by law or rules on Representatives. The Delegate shall be elected to serve during each Congress. (b) No individual may hold the office of Delegate to the House of Representatives from the District of Columbia unless on the date of his election (1) he is a qualified elector (as that term is defined in section 2(2) of the District of Columbia Election Act) of the District of Columbia; (2) he is at least twenty-five years of age; (3) he holds no other paid public office; and (4) he has resided in the District of Columbia continuously since the beginning of the three-year period ending on such date. He shall forfeit his office upon failure to maintain the qualifications required by this subsection. ( Pub. L. 91405, title II,  202 Sept. 22, 1970 84 Stat. 848  Editorial Notes  References in Text The District of Columbia Election Act, referred to in subsecs. (a) and (b)(1), is act Aug. 12, 1955, ch. 862 69 Stat. 699 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 91405, title II,  206(b) Sept. 22, 1970 84 Stat. 855 This title and the amendments made by this title [enacting this section and section 25b of this title section 2106 of Title 5 section 10307 of Title 52 Sept. 22, 1970  25b. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  202(1) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1724   Section, Pub. L. 91405, title II,  204(a) Sept. 22, 1970 84 Stat. 852  26. Roll of Representatives-elect  Before the first meeting of each Congress the Clerk of the next preceding House of Representatives shall make a roll of the Representatives-elect, and place thereon the names of those persons, and of such persons only, whose credentials show that they were regularly elected in accordance with the laws of their States respectively, or the laws of the United States. In case of a vacancy in the office of Clerk of the House of Representatives, or of the absence or inability of the Clerk to discharge the duties imposed on him by law or custom relative to the preparation of the roll of Representatives or the organization of the House, those duties shall devolve on the Sergeant at Arms of the next preceding House of Representatives. (R.S.  3133; Pub. L. 104186, title II,  202(2) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1724  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  31 derived from acts Feb. 21, 1867, ch. 56,  1 14 Stat. 397 Mar. 3, 1863, ch. 108 12 Stat. 804 R.S.  32 and 33 derived from act Feb. 21, 1867, ch. 56,  2 14 Stat. 397 R.S.  31 constitutes first sentence; R.S.  32 constitutes second sentence; and R.S.  33 constituted the third sentence, prior to repeal by Pub. L. 104186 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186  27. Change of place of meeting  Whenever Congress is about to convene, and from the prevalence of contagious sickness, or the existence of other circumstances, it would, in the opinion of the President, be hazardous to the lives or health of the members to meet at the seat of Government, the President is authorized, by proclamation, to convene Congress at such other place as he may judge proper. (R.S.  34.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  34 derived from act Apr. 3, 1794, ch. 17 1 Stat. 353  28. Parliamentary precedents of House of Representatives (a) Periodic compilation; other useful materials; index digest; date of completion The Parliamentarian of the House of Representatives, at the beginning of the fifth fiscal year following the completion and publication of the parliamentary precedents of the House authorized by the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1966 ( 79 Stat. 270 Public Law 8990 (b) Form, number, and distribution of compilation As so compiled and prepared, such precedents and other materials and index digest shall be printed on pages of such size, and in such type and format, as the Parliamentarian may determine and shall be printed in such numbers and for such distribution as may be provided by law enacted prior to printing. (c) Appointment and compensation of personnel; utilization of services of personnel of Federal agencies For the purpose of carrying out each such compilation and preparation, the Parliamentarian may (1) subject to the approval of the Speaker, appoint (as employees of the House of Representatives) clerical and other personnel and fix their respective rates of pay; and (2) utilize the services of personnel of the Library of Congress and the Government Publishing Office. ( Pub. L. 91510, title III,  331 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1186 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(b) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1966, referred to in subsec. (a), is Pub. L. 8990 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 265 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Government Publishing Office substituted for Government Printing Office in subsec. (c)(2) on authority of section 1301(b) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44 Effective Date Section effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  28a. Compilation of the Precedents of House of Representatives; date of completion; biennial update; printing and availability of copies  The Speaker is authorized and directed to complete the Compilation of the Precedents of the House of Representatives by January 1, 1977 ( Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 208 of House Resolution No. 988, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 93554 Jan. 2, 1975  28b. Printing and binding as public document of Precedents of House of Representatives; number of sets authorized (a) There shall be printed and bound as a public document two thousand sets of the Precedents of the House of Representatives compiled and prepared by Lewis Deschler (hereinafter in sections 28b to 28e of this title referred to as the Precedents) in accordance with the provisions of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1966 ( Public Law 8990 79 Stat. 265 (b) The number of sets authorized to be printed and bound by or pursuant to sections 28b to 28e of this title shall be in lieu of the usual number of copies for binding and distribution required by section 701 of title 44 ( Pub. L. 94551,  1 Oct. 18, 1976 90 Stat. 2537  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1966, referred to in text, is Pub. L. 8990 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 265  28c. Distribution of Precedents by Director of the Government Publishing Office (a) Delivery to Members of Ninety-fifth Congress; marking of volumes The Director of the Government Publishing Office shall deliver one set of the Precedents to each Senator or Representative in, or Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Ninety-fifth Congress. The name of the Member to whom the set is delivered shall be legibly stamped on the front cover of each volume of the set. (b) Members of Congress following Ninety-fifth Congress not already having sets of Precedents; necessity of written request to Superintendent of Documents for set Each Senator or Representative in, or Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, each Congress following the Ninety-fifth Congress who has not theretofore received a set of the Precedents shall be entitled to receive one set of the Precedents, upon transmitting a written request for such set to the Superintendent of Documents. (c) Additional distribution of sets The Director of the Government Publishing Office shall make the following distribution of sets of the Precedents: (1) to the office of the Vice President, to the office of the speaker of the House of Representatives, and to the office of the President pro tempore of the Senate, each, five sets; (2) to the office of the majority leader of the House of Representatives and to the office of the minority leader of the House of Representatives, each, three sets; (3) to the Parliamentarian of the House of Representatives, sixty sets; (4) to the Parliamentarian of the Senate, five sets; (5) to the Clerk of the House of Representatives and to the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives, each 1 1 (6) to the Secretary of the Senate and to the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate, each, two sets; (7) to the superintendent of the House document room, two sets; (8) to the superintendent of the Senate document room, two sets; (9) to the Library of Congress, for international exchange and for official use in Washington, District of Columbia, one hundred and fifty sets; (10) to the National Archives, three sets; (11) to the government of the District of Columbia, twelve sets; (12) to the Smithsonian Institute, two sets; (13) to the library of each legislative branch of each State, territory, and possession of the United States, one set; and (14) to the Superintendent of Documents, eight hundred and sixteen sets for distribution to the depository library system. ( Pub. L. 94551,  2 Oct. 18, 1976 90 Stat. 2537 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  202(3) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1724 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(d) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537  Editorial Notes Amendments 1996Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 104186,  202(3)(A) Subsec. (c)(5). Pub. L. 104186,  202(3)(B) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Director of the Government Publishing Office substituted for Public Printer in subsecs. (a) and (c) on authority of section 1301(d) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44  28d. Distribution of Precedents by Director of the Government Publishing Office for official use; particular distribution; marking and ownership of sets (a) The Director of the Government Publishing Office shall make the following distribution of sets of the Precedents; (1) to each standing or joint committee of the Congress which is in existence on October 18, 1976 October 18, 1976 (2) to the office of the Legislative Counsel of the House of Representatives, five sets; (3) to the office of the Legislative Counsel of the Senate, five sets; (4) to the library of the House of Representatives, four sets; (5) to the library of the Senate, two sets; (6) to the library of the Supreme Court of the United States, nine sets; (7) to the office of the Official Reporter of Debates of the House of Representatives, three sets; and (8) to the office of the Official Reporter of Debates of the Senate, three sets. (b) Each set of Precedents distributed by the Director of the Government Publishing Office under subsection (a) of this section shall be for official use. Each such set shall be legibly stamped on the front cover Property of the United States Government. Each such set, upon delivery, shall become and remain the property of the United States, and may not be removed from the building in which is located the designated library or office, as the case may be. ( Pub. L. 94551,  3 Oct. 18, 1976 90 Stat. 2538 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(d) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Director of the Government Publishing Office substituted for Public Printer in text on authority of section 1301(d) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44  28e. Distribution of Precedents by Joint Committee on Printing of surplus sets;  additional printing, etc., of sets under authority of Joint Committee (a) Any set of the Precedents printed and bound pursuant to subsection (a) of section 28b of this title (b) The Joint Committee on Printing may from time to time authorize and direct that additional sets of the Precedents, be printed, bound, and distributed in such manner as the Joint Committee determines will best carry out the purposes of sections 28b to 28e of this title. ( Pub. L. 94551,  4 Oct. 18, 1976 90 Stat. 2538  29. Condensed and simplified versions of House precedents; other useful materials in summary form; form and distribution to Members of Congress, Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico, and others; appointment and compensation of personnel; utilization of services of personnel of Federal agencies  The Parliamentarian of the House of Representatives shall prepare, compile, and maintain on a current basis and in cumulative form, for each Congress commencing with the Ninety-third Congress a condensed and, insofar as practicable, up-to-date version of all of the parliamentary precedents of the House of Representatives which have current use and application in the House, together with informative text prepared by the Parliamentarian and other useful related material in summary form. The Parliamentarian shall have such matter printed for each Congress on pages of such size and in such type and format as he considers advisable to promote the usefulness of such matter to the Members of the House and shall provide a printed copy thereof to each Member in each Congress, including the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico, and may make such other distribution of such printed copies as he considers advisable. In carrying out this section, the Parliamentarian may appoint and fix the pay of personnel and utilize the services of personnel of the Library of Congress and the Government Publishing Office. ( Pub. L. 91510, title III,  332 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1186 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(b) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Government Publishing Office substituted for Government Printing Office in text on authority of section 1301(b) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44 Effective Date Section effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  29a. Early organization of House of Representatives (a) Caucus or conference for incumbent Members reelected to and Members-elect of ensuing Congress; time and procedure for calling (1) The majority leader or minority leader of the House of Representatives after consultation with the Speaker may at any time during any even-numbered year call a caucus or conference of all incumbent Members of his or her political party who have been reelected to the ensuing Congress and all other Members-elect of such party, for the purpose of taking all steps necessary to achieve the prompt organization of the Members and Members-elect of such party for the ensuing Congress. (2) If the majority leader or minority leader calls an organizational caucus or conference under paragraph (1), he or she shall file with the Clerk of the House a written notice designating the date upon which the caucus or conference is to convene. As soon as possible after the election of Members to the ensuing Congress, the Clerk shall furnish each Member-elect of the party involved with appropriate written notification of the caucus or conference. (3) If a vacancy occurs in the office of majority leader or minority leader during any even-numbered year (and has not been filled), the chairman of the caucus or conference of the party involved for the current Congress may call an organizational caucus or conference under paragraph (1) by filing written notice thereof as provided by paragraph (2). (b) Payment and reimbursement for travel and per diem expenses for Members attending caucus or conference; exceptions; regulations governing payments and reimbursements; reimbursement vouchers (1) (A) Each Member-elect (other than an incumbent Member reelected to the ensuing Congress) who attends a caucus or conference called under subsection (a), and each incumbent Member reelected to the ensuing Congress who attends any such caucus or conference convening after the adjournment sine die of the Congress in the year involved, shall be paid for one round trip between his or her place of residence in the district which he or she represents and Washington, District of Columbia, for the purpose of attending such caucus or conference. Payment shall be made through the issuance of a transportation request form to each such Member-elect or incumbent Member by the Finance Office of the House before such caucus or conference. (B) Each Member-elect (other than an incumbent Member reelected to the ensuing Congress) who attends a caucus or conference called under subsection (a) shall in addition be reimbursed on a per diem or other basis for expenses incurred in connection with his or her attendance at such caucus or conference. (2) Payments and reimbursements to Members-elect under paragraph (1) shall be made as provided (with respect to Members) in the regulations prescribed by the Committee on House Oversight with respect to travel and other expenses of committees and Members. Reimbursements shall be paid on special voucher forms prescribed by the Committee on House Oversight. (c) Availability of applicable accounts of House The applicable accounts of the House of Representatives are made available to carry out the purposes of this section. (d) Orientation programs for new Members With the approval of the majority leader (in the case of a Member or Member-elect of the majority party) or the minority leader (in the case of a Member or Member-elect of the minority party), subsections (b) and (c) shall apply with respect to the attendance of a Member or Member-elect at a program conducted by the Committee on House Administration for the orientation of new members 1 1 ( Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  202(4) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1725 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  107(a) Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3176  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 202 of House Resolution No. 988, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554 Amendments 2004Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 108447,  107(a) Subsec. (b)(1)(B). Pub. L. 108447,  107(b)(1) (i) the period beginning with the day before the designated date upon which such caucus or conference is to convene and ending with the day after the date of the final adjournment of such caucus or conference; or (ii) fourteen days. Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 108447,  107(c)(1) 1996Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 104186,  202(4)(A) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 104186,  202(4)(B) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 2004 Amendment Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  107(d) Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3177 The amendments made by this section [amending this section and section 5343 of this title Effective Date Pub. L. 93554 Jan. 2, 1975  29b, 29c. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 29b, based on section 204 of House Resolution No. 988, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Jan. 2, 1975 Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777 Jan. 1, 1976 Jan. 2, 1977 Section 29c, based on clause 10, rule I, of the Rules of the House of Representatives as in effect before July 17, 1984 Dec. 17, 1982 Pub. L. 98367, title I,  102 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 479 Sept. 30, 1989 Jan. 3, 1989  29d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 29d was editorially reclassified as section 4711 of this title  30. Term of service of Members of Congress as trustees or directors of corporations or institutions appropriated for  In all cases where Members of Congress or Senators are appointed to represent Congress on any board of trustees or board of directors of any corporation or institution to which Congress makes any appropriation, the term of said Members or Senators, as such trustee or director, shall continue until the expiration of two months after the first meeting of the Congress chosen next after their appointment. ( Mar. 3, 1893, ch. 199,  1 27 Stat. 553  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 722 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877  30a. Jury duty exemption of elected officials of legislative branch (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of Federal, State or local law, no elected official of the legislative branch of the United States Government shall be required to serve on a grand or petit jury, convened by any Federal, State or local court, whether such service is requested by judicial summons or by some other means of compulsion. (b) Elected official of the legislative branch shall mean each Member of the United States House of Representatives, the Delegates from the District of Columbia, Guam, the American Virgin Islands, and American Samoa, and the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico, and each United States Senator. ( Pub. L. 101520, title III,  310 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2278  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1991.  30b. Notice of objecting to proceeding (a) In general The Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate or their designees shall recognize a notice of intent of a Senator who is a member of their caucus to object to proceeding to a measure or matter only if the Senator (1) following the objection to a unanimous consent to proceeding to, and, or passage of, a measure or matter on their behalf, submits the notice of intent in writing to the appropriate leader or their designee; and (2) not later than 6 session days after the submission under paragraph (1), submits for inclusion in the Congressional Record and in the applicable calendar section described in subsection (b) the following notice: I, Senator ____, intend to object to proceedings to ____, dated ____ for the following reasons ____.. (b) Calendar (1) In general The Secretary of the Senate shall establish for both the Senate Calendar of Business and the Senate Executive Calendar a separate section entitled Notice of Intent to Object to Proceeding. (2) Content The section required by paragraph (1) shall include (A) the name of each Senator filing a notice under subsection (a)(2); (B) the measure or matter covered by the calendar that the Senator objects to; and (C) the date the objection was filed. (3) Notice A Senator who has notified their respective leader and who has withdrawn their objection within the 6 session day period is not required to submit a notification under subsection (a)(2). (c) Removal A Senator may have an item with respect to the Senator removed from a calendar to which it was added under subsection (b) by submitting for inclusion in the Congressional Record the following notice: I, Senator ____, do not object to proceed to ____, dated ____.. ( Pub. L. 11081, title V,  512 Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 759  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 11081, title V,  556 Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 774 Except as otherwise provided in this title [enacting this section, sections 4722, 4723, 4726, 4727, and 4728 of this title, and provisions set out as notes under this section and section 4726 of this title Sept. 14, 2007 Exercise of Rulemaking Powers Pub. L. 11081, title V,  555 Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 774  The Senate adopts the provisions of this title [see Effective Date note above] (1) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the Senate; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of the Senate to change those rules at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of the Senate. CHAPTER 3 COMPENSATION AND ALLOWANCES OF MEMBERS    Sec.  31. Transferred.  311. Repealed.  312 313. Transferred.  31a. Repealed.  31a1 31b2. Transferred.  31b3. Repealed.  31b4 31b5. Transferred.  31b6. Repealed.  31b7. Transferred.  31c. Repealed.  32 37. Transferred.  38. Repealed.  38a. Transferred.  38b. Omitted.  39 40a. Transferred.  41 42. Repealed.  42a. Transferred.  42a1 43b1. Repealed or Omitted.  43b2 43b3. Transferred.  43c. Repealed.  43d. Transferred.  44 46. Omitted.  46a 46a1. Transferred.  46a2 46b. Omitted or Repealed.  46b1. Transferred.  46b2 46d. Repealed.  46d1. Transferred.  46d2 46i. Repealed.  47 51. Transferred.  52 53. Repealed.  54 55. Transferred.  56. Repealed.  57 58a4. Transferred.  58b. Repealed.  58c. Transferred.  58c1. Repealed.  59 591. Transferred.  59a. Repealed.  59b 59h. Transferred.  31. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31 was editorially reclassified as section 4501 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 31, acts Feb. 26, 1907, ch. 1635,  4 34 Stat. 993 Mar. 4, 1925, ch. 549,  4 43 Stat. 1301 May 17, 1932, ch. 190 47 Stat. 158 Aug. 2, 1946 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Appropriation of Funds for Compensation of Members of Congress and for Administrative Expenses at Levels Authorized by Law and Recommended by the President for Federal Employees Pub. L. 9751,  130(c) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 966 section 4502 of this title Commission on Judicial and Congressional Salaries Act Aug. 7, 1953, ch. 353 67 Stat. 485 Pub. L. 89554,  8(a) Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 657  311. Repealed. Pub. L. 10290, title I,  6(c) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 451   Section, Pub. L. 9863, title I,  908(a) July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 337 Pub. L. 99190,  137 Dec. 19, 1985 99 Stat. 1323 Pub. L. 101194, title VI,  601(b)(2) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1762 Pub. L. 101280,  7(b)(2)[(d)(2)] May 4, 1990 104 Stat. 161 Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 10290, title I,  6(f)(1) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 451 Except for the provisions of subsection (e)(1) [ 105 Stat. 451 Aug. 14, 1991  312. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 312 was editorially reclassified as section 4725 of this title  313. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 313 was editorially reclassified as section 4726 of this title  31a. Repealed. Mar. 2, 1955, ch. 9,  4(b) 69 Stat. 11 Mar. 1, 1955   Section, acts Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 850 Oct. 20, 1951, ch. 521 65 Stat. 570  31a1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31a1 was editorially reclassified as section 6102 of this title  31a2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31a2 was editorially reclassified as section 6135 of this title  31a2a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31a2a was editorially reclassified as section 6136 of this title  31a2b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31a2b was editorially reclassified as section 6137 of this title  31a2c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31a2c was editorially reclassified as section 6138 of this title  31a2d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31a2d was editorially reclassified as section 6101 of this title  31a3. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31a3 was editorially reclassified as section 6159 of this title  31a4. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31a4 was editorially reclassified as section 6160 of this title  31b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31b was editorially reclassified as section 5121 of this title  31b1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31b1 was editorially reclassified as former section 5125 of this title  31b2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31b2 was editorially reclassified as former section 5126 of this title  31b3. Repealed. Pub. L. 99151, title I,  102(b) Nov. 13, 1985 99 Stat. 797   Section, based on H. Res. No. 1238,  3, Dec. 23, 1970 Pub. L. 91665 Jan. 8, 1971 84 Stat. 1989 Pub. L. 93532,  1(a) Dec. 22, 1974 88 Stat. 1723  31b4. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31b4 was editorially reclassified as former section 5127 of this title  31b5. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31b5 was editorially reclassified as former section 5128 of this title  31b6. Repealed. Pub. L. 99151, title I,  102(b) Nov. 13, 1985 99 Stat. 797   Section, based on H. Res. No. 1238,  6, Dec. 23, 1970 Pub. L. 91665 Jan. 8, 1971 84 Stat. 1989 Pub. L. 93532,  1(a) Dec. 22, 1974 88 Stat. 1723  31b7. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 31b7 was editorially reclassified as former section 5129 of this title  31c. Repealed. Pub. L. 9751,  139(b)(2) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 967   Section, acts July 9, 1952, ch. 598 66 Stat. 467 Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 322 Dec. 31, 1953 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal applicable to taxable years beginning after Dec. 31, 1980 section 139(b)(3) of Pub. L. 9751 section 162 of Title 26  32. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 32 was editorially reclassified as section 6111 of this title  32a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 32a was editorially reclassified as section 6112 of this title  32b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 32b was editorially reclassified as section 6115 of this title  33. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 33 was editorially reclassified as section 6301 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 33, act Mar. 3, 1883, ch. 143 22 Stat. 632 section 112(b)(1) of Pub. L. 9751  34. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 34 was editorially reclassified as section 5301 of this title  35. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 35 was editorially reclassified as section 5302 of this title  35a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 35a was editorially reclassified as section 5303 of this title  36. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 36 was editorially reclassified as section 6302 of this title  36a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 36a was editorially reclassified as section 4592 of this title  37. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 37 was editorially reclassified as section 5304 of this title  38. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(4) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1725   Section, R.S.  49, 50; acts Jan. 20, 1874, ch. 11 18 Stat. 4 Mar. 4, 1925, ch. 549,  4 43 Stat. 1301 section 5305 of this title  38a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 38a was editorially reclassified as section 5305 of this title  38b. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, June 5, 1952, ch. 369 66 Stat. 101 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(6) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1725 section 125a of this title section 4506 of this title  39. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 39 was editorially reclassified as section 5306 of this title  40. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 40 was editorially reclassified as section 4522 of this title  40a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 40a was editorially reclassified as section 4523 of this title  41, 42. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(9)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1726   Section 41, R.S.  43, provided that no Member or Delegate was entitled to any allowance for newspapers.  Section 42, based on H. Res. No. 420, Ninety-second Congress, May 18, 1971 Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 636  A prior section 42, R.S.  44, which proscribed compensation or allowance to Senators, Representatives, or Delegates for postage, was repealed by Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(11) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1726 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Applicability of Prohibition During Ninety-fifth Congress Section 302(c) of H. Res. No. 287, Ninety-fifth Congress, Mar. 2, 1977 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668 section 41 of this title Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(9)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1726  42a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 42a was editorially reclassified as section 6116 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 42a, acts July 1, 1941, ch. 268 55 Stat. 450 June 26, 1944, ch. 277 58 Stat. 339 June 13, 1945, ch. 189 59 Stat. 243 Oct. 11, 1951, ch. 485 65 Stat. 391 July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 402 Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 503 June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 359 July 31, 1958 Pub. L. 85570 72 Stat. 442 July 12, 1960 Pub. L. 86628 74 Stat. 449 Dec. 30, 1963 Pub. L. 88248 77 Stat. 805 July 27, 1965 Pub. L. 8990 79 Stat. 268 July 23, 1968 Pub. L. 90417 82 Stat. 400 Dec. 12, 1969 Pub. L. 91145 83 Stat. 342 July 9, 1971 Pub. L. 9251 85 Stat. 128 Oct. 31, 1972 Pub. L. 92607 86 Stat. 1508 Pub. L. 95391, title I Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 section 127(a)(2) of Pub. L. 9751  42a1, 42b. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 42a1, act July 2, 1954, ch. 455, title I 68 Stat. 402 section 42d of this title Section 42b, acts June 22, 1949, ch. 235 63 Stat. 222 July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 402 section 42c of this title  42c, 42d. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(12) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1726   Section 42c, Pub. L. 85778,  1 Aug. 27, 1958 72 Stat. 934 Oct. 2, 1963 Pub. L. 88454,  103 Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 550 Dec. 14, 1967 Pub. L. 90392, title I July 9, 1968 82 Stat. 318  Section 42d, Pub. L. 85778,  2 Aug. 27, 1958 72 Stat. 934 Oct. 2, 1963 Pub. L. 88454,  103 Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 550 Dec. 14, 1967 Pub. L. 90392, title I July 9, 1968 82 Stat. 318 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Existing Entitlements Pub. L. 85778 Aug. 27, 1958 72 Stat. 934 June 30, 1959 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(12) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1726  43, 43a. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 43, acts July 28, 1866, ch. 296,  17 14 Stat. 323 Aug. 11, 1993 Pub. L. 10369, title III,  310(a) 107 Stat. 712 section 1(a) of Pub. L. 10453 Section 43a, acts July 8, 1935, ch. 374 49 Stat. 459 Aug. 11, 1993 Pub. L. 10369, title III,  310(b) 107 Stat. 712 section 1(b) of Pub. L. 10453 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Termination of Mileage for Senators and President of Senate Pub. L. 10453, title I,  1 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 517  (a) On and after October 1, 1995 section 17 of the Act of July 28, 1866 2 U.S.C. 43 (b) On and after October 1, 1995 July 8, 1935 2 U.S.C. 43a  43b, 43b1. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(13) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1726   Section 43b, Pub. L. 85570 July 31, 1958 72 Stat. 443 Pub. L. 86176 Aug. 21, 1959 73 Stat. 401 Pub. L. 8870 July 19, 1963 77 Stat. 82 Pub. L. 8990 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 269 Pub. L. 89147,  1 Aug. 28, 1965 79 Stat. 583 Pub. L. 89545 Aug. 27, 1966 80 Stat. 358 Pub. L. 9086,  1 Sept. 17, 1967 81 Stat. 226 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 343 Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 128 Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1504 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189  Section 43b-1, Pub. L. 89147,  2 Aug. 28, 1965 79 Stat. 583 Pub. L. 9086,  2 Sept. 17, 1967 81 Stat. 226  43b2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 43b2 was editorially reclassified as section 5343 of this title  43b3. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 43b3 was editorially reclassified as section 5344 of this title  43c. Repealed. Pub. L. 89147,  4 Aug. 28, 1965 79 Stat. 584   Section, Pub. L. 86628,  105(c) July 12, 1960 74 Stat. 461  43d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 43d was editorially reclassified as section 6311 of this title  44 to 46. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 44, act May 7, 1906, ch. 2083,  1 34 Stat. 170 Jan. 3, 1959 Jan. 3, 1959 Pub. L. 85508 July 7, 1958 72 Stat. 339 section 21 of Title 48 Section 45, acts July 1, 1902, ch. 1369,  8 32 Stat. 694 Aug. 29, 1916, ch. 416,  20 39 Stat. 552 section 1237 of Title 48 section 1394 of Title 22 July 4, 1946 60 Stat. 1352 section 1394 of Title 22 Act Aug. 29, 1916, ch. 416,  20 39 Stat. 552 section 45 of this title Pub. L. 89554,  8(a) Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 643 Section 46, acts Mar. 2, 1917, ch. 145,  36 39 Stat. 963 May 17, 1932, ch. 190 47 Stat. 158 section 43b1 of this title  46a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 46a was editorially reclassified as section 6117 of this title  46a1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 46a1 was editorially reclassified as section 6573 of this title  46a2. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 89545,  101 Aug. 27, 1966 80 Stat. 356 Pub. L. 9021 section 6117 of this title  46a3. Repealed. Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1508 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189   Section, Pub. L. 90417,  106 July 23, 1968 82 Stat. 413 section 6314 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1507 Pub. L. 93145,  101 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 532 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 Jan. 1, 1973  46a4. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 342 section 46a3 of this title  46b. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(16) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1727   Section, acts July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 402 July 12, 1960 Pub. L. 86628 74 Stat. 452 Oct. 2, 1963 Aug. 20, 1964 Pub. L. 88454,  103 78 Stat. 550 Oct. 5, 1966 Mar. 8, 1967 May 29, 1967 Pub. L. 9021, title I 81 Stat. 38  Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior acts:  Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 324  July 9, 1952, ch. 598 66 Stat. 469  Oct. 11, 1951, ch. 486 65 Stat. 394  Sept. 6, 1950, ch. 896 64 Stat. 600  June 22, 1949, ch. 235 63 Stat. 221  June 14, 1948, ch. 467 62 Stat. 428  July 17, 1947, ch. 262 61 Stat. 366  June 16, 1939, ch. 208 53 Stat. 830  46b1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 46b1 was editorially reclassified as section 5534 of this title  46b2. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(17) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1727   Section, act Feb. 27, 1956, ch. 73 70 Stat. 31  46c, 46d. Repealed. Pub. L. 9057 July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 129   Section 46c, acts June 13, 1945, ch. 189 59 Stat. 244 July 1, 1946, ch. 530 60 Stat. 392 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 814 Nov. 1, 1951, ch. 665 65 Stat. 760 Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 321 June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 360 Jan. 6, 1964 Pub. L. 88258, title IV 77 Stat. 863 July 27, 1965 Pub. L. 8990 79 Stat. 268 Aug. 27, 1966 Pub. L. 89545 80 Stat. 357 section 6314 of this title  Section 46d, acts June 13, 1945, ch. 189 59 Stat. 244 July 1, 1946, ch. 530 60 Stat. 392 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 814 Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 321 July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 400 July 31, 1958 Pub. L. 85570 72 Stat. 442 July 27, 1965 Pub. L. 8990 79 Stat. 268 section 6314 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 9057 Jan. 1, 1968  46d1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 46d1 was editorially reclassified as section 6118 of this title  46d2. Repealed. Pub. L. 9057 July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 130   Section, Pub. L. 8990,  101 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 268 section 6314 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 9057 Jan. 1, 1968  46d3. Repealed. Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 635   Section, Pub. L. 9021, title I May 29, 1967 81 Stat. 38 section 6314 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 92184 Jan. 1, 1972  46d4. Repealed. Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1508 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189   Section, Pub. L. 9057 July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 130 section 6314 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1507 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 Jan. 1, 1973  46d5. Repealed. Pub. L. 92342 July 10, 1972 86 Stat. 435   Section, Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 810 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 92342 July 1, 1972  46e. Repealed. Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1508 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189   Section, acts July 1, 1946, ch. 530 60 Stat. 392 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 814 section 6314 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1507 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 Jan. 1, 1973  46f. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(18)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1727   Section, acts June 23, 1949, ch. 238,  1 63 Stat. 264 May 29, 1951, ch. 117,  1 65 Stat. 47 Mar. 10, 1953, ch. 6,  1 67 Stat. 5 Feb. 27, 1956, ch. 74,  1 70 Stat. 31 Sept. 21, 1959 Pub. L. 86340,  1 73 Stat. 605  46f1. Repealed. Feb. 27, 1956, ch. 74,  2(b) 70 Stat. 32   Section, act July 2, 1954, ch. 455, title I 68 Stat. 402 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Act Feb. 27, 1956, ch. 74,  3 70 Stat. 32 The amendments made by this Act [amending sections 46f and 46g of this title and repealing this section] shall take effect as of noon on January 3, 1956  46g, 46g1. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(18)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1727   Section 46g, acts June 23, 1949, ch. 238,  2 63 Stat. 265 May 29, 1951, ch. 117,  1 65 Stat. 47 July 8, 1952, ch. 590,  1 66 Stat. 443 Mar. 10, 1953, ch. 6,  1 67 Stat. 5 Feb. 27, 1956, ch. 74,  2(a) 70 Stat. 32 Sept. 4, 1957 Pub. L. 85289,  1 71 Stat. 614 Sept. 21, 1959 Pub. L. 86340,  2 73 Stat. 605 July 25, 1962 Dec. 30, 1963 Pub. L. 88248,  103 77 Stat. 817 Oct. 2, 1963 Aug. 20, 1964 Pub. L. 88454,  103 78 Stat. 550 Aug. 21, 1965 Pub. L. 89131,  1 79 Stat. 544 July 29, 1966 Oct. 27, 1966 Pub. L. 89697 80 Stat. 1064  Section 46g1, based on H. Res. No. 418,  1, Ninety-second Congress, May 18, 1971 Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 636  A prior section 46g-1, based on H. Res. No. 161, Ninetieth Congress, May 11, 1967 Pub. L. 90392, title I July 9, 1968 82 Stat. 318 May 18, 1971 Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 636 Dec. 15, 1971  46h. Repealed. May 29, 1951, ch. 117,  2 65 Stat. 47 July 1, 1951   Section, act June 23, 1949, ch. 238,  3 63 Stat. 265  46i. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(18)(C) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1728   Section, acts June 23, 1949, ch. 238,  6 63 Stat. 265 May 29, 1951, ch. 117,  3 65 Stat. 47 section 46g of this title  47. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 47 was editorially reclassified as section 4521 of this title  48. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 48 was editorially reclassified as section 5307 of this title  49. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 49 was editorially reclassified as section 5310 of this title  50. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 50 was editorially reclassified as section 5308 of this title  51. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 51 was editorially reclassified as section 4110 of this title  52, 53. Repealed. Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1508 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189   Section 52, Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 634 section 6314 of this title  Similar provisions were contained in the following prior appropriations acts:  June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 359 Pub. L. 89211,  1(b) Sept. 29, 1965 79 Stat. 857  Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 504  July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 399  Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 321  July 9, 1952, ch. 598 66 Stat. 466  Oct. 11, 1951, ch. 485 65 Stat. 391  Sept. 6, 1950, ch. 896 64 Stat. 597  June 22, 1949, ch. 235 63 Stat. 219  June 14, 1948, ch. 467 62 Stat. 425  Section 53, Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 634 section 6314 of this title  Similar provisions were contained in the following prior appropriations acts:  June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 359 Pub. L. 8990 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 269 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 343  Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 504  July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 399 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1507 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 Jan. 1, 1973  54. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 54 was editorially reclassified as section 5345 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 54, based on H. Res. No. 506, Ninetieth Congress, Aug. 21, 1967 Pub. L. 90392, title I July 9, 1968 82 Stat. 318 Pub. L. 104186, title I,  107(d) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1723  55. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 55 was editorially reclassified as section 6316 of this title  56. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(20)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1728   Section, based on H. Res. No. 418,  2, Ninety-second Congress, May 18, 1971 Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 636 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Reimbursement of Expenses of House Members; Member of House of Representatives and Member Defined Section 302(a), (b), and (d) of H. Res. No. 287, Ninety-fifth Congress, Mar. 2, 1977 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(20)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1728  57. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 57 was editorially reclassified as section 4313 of this title  57a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 57a was editorially reclassified as section 4314 of this title  57b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 57b was editorially reclassified as section 5341 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 57b, Pub. L. 10453, title III,  314 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 538 Sept. 1, 1995  58. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 58 was editorially reclassified as section 6314 of this title  58a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 58a was editorially reclassified as section 6315 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 58a, Pub. L. 9594, title I,  112(g) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 665 section 1205(b) of Pub. L. 98181 Nov. 30, 1983  58a1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 58a1 was editorially reclassified as section 6621 of this title  58a2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 58a2 was editorially reclassified as section 6622 of this title  58a3. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 58a3 was editorially reclassified as section 6623 of this title  58a4. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 58a4 was editorially reclassified as section 6624 of this title  58b. Repealed. Pub. L. 100137,  2 Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 819   Section, Pub. L. 9712, title I,  110 June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 62 Pub. L. 9751,  125 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 965 Pub. L. 98367, title I,  11(a) July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 476 Pub. L. 99349, title I,  2(a) July 2, 1986 100 Stat. 741 section 6313 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 100137,  2 Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 819 Jan. 1, 1988  58c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 58c was editorially reclassified as section 6313 of this title  58c1. Repealed. Pub. L. 10555, title I,  3(c)(1) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1180   Section, Pub. L. 101520, title I,  12 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2260 Pub. L. 102392, title III,  313 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1723 Pub. L. 10369, title I,  3 Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 695 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 10555, title I,  3(c)(2) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1180 The amendment made by paragraph (1) [repealing this section] shall be effective on and after October 1, 1997  59. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 59 was editorially reclassified as section 6317 of this title  591. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 591 was editorially reclassified as section 6318 of this title  59a. Repealed. Pub. L. 101163, title I,  103(b) Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1050   Section, Pub. L. 93462,  1 Oct. 20, 1974 88 Stat. 1388 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Oct. 1, 1989 section 103(c) of Pub. L. 101163 section 5540 of this title  59b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 59b was editorially reclassified as section 6320 of this title  59c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 9594, title I,  103 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 660 Pub. L. 9751,  118 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 964 section 117b of this title section 6630 of this title  59d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 59d was editorially reclassified as section 5346 of this title  59d1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 59d1 was editorially reclassified as section 6319 of this title  59e. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 59e was editorially reclassified as section 503 of this title  59f. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 59f was editorially reclassified as section 504 of this title  59g. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 59g was editorially reclassified as section 505 of this title  59h. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 59h was editorially reclassified as section 506 of this title CHAPTER 4 OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF SENATE AND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES    Sec.  60. Repealed.  601 602. Transferred.  60a. Omitted.  60a1 60a2a. Transferred.  60b 60c. Omitted.  60c1. Transferred.  60c2. Repealed.  60c2a 60c6. Transferred.  60d. Repealed.  60d1. Transferred.  60e 60e1. Repealed.  60e1a 60e1d. Transferred.  60e2. Omitted.  60e2a 60e2b. Transferred.  60e3 60g1. Omitted or Repealed.  60g2. Transferred.  60h 60i. Omitted or Repealed.  60j 60j2. Transferred.  60j3. Repealed.  60j4 60l Transferred.  60m 60n. Repealed.  60o Transferred.  612. Omitted.  61a. Transferred.  61a1 61a2. Omitted.  61a3. Transferred.  61a4 61a8. Repealed or Omitted.  61a9 61a9a. Transferred.  61a10. Omitted.  61a11 61b. Transferred.  61b1 61b2. Omitted.  61b3. Transferred.  61c. Omitted.  61c1 61d2. Transferred.  61d3. Repealed.  61d4 61e4. Transferred.  61f 61f1. Omitted.  61f1a. Transferred.  61f2 61f6. Omitted.  61f7 61g. Transferred.  61g1 61g3. Omitted.  61g4 61g8. Transferred.  61h 61h1. Omitted.  61h2 Repealed.  61h3 Omitted.  61h4 61h7. Transferred.  61i 61j1. Omitted.  61j2 62. Transferred.  62a. Omitted.  62b. Transferred.  63. Repealed.  64. Omitted.  641 64b. Transferred.  65. Repealed.  65a 65f. Transferred.  66. Repealed.  66a 69b. Transferred.  70 72. Omitted.  72a. Transferred.  72a1 72a1a. Repealed.  72a1b. Transferred.  72a1c 72a1d. Repealed.  72a1e 72a1i. Transferred.  72a2 72a4. Omitted or Repealed.  72b. Transferred.  72b1 72c. Omitted or Repealed.  72d 72d1. Transferred.  73 74. Omitted.  741. Transferred.  742. Omitted.  74a. Transferred.  74a1. Omitted.  74a2 74a5. Transferred.  74a6. Repealed.  74a7 74d2. Transferred.  75 75a. Repealed.  75a1. Transferred.  75b 75e. Omitted.  75f. Transferred.  76 76b. Omitted or Repealed.  77. Transferred.  77a. Repealed.  78 80a. Transferred.  81 82. Repealed.  83. Transferred.  84 841. Repealed.  842. Transferred.  843 844. Omitted.  84a. Transferred.  84a1 88a. Repealed or Omitted.  88b 88b5. Transferred.  88b6. Repealed.  88b7. Transferred.  88c 88c1. Repealed.  88c2 89a. Transferred.  90 91. Repealed.  92. Transferred.  921. Repealed.  92a 92d. Transferred.  92e 95. Repealed or Omitted.  951 95e. Transferred.  96 100. Repealed.  101. Transferred.  102. Repealed.  102a. Transferred.  103 104. Omitted.  104a 112. Transferred.  112a 112d. Repealed.  112e 115. Transferred.  116. Repealed.  117. Transferred.  117a. Omitted.  117b 119. Transferred.  119a 120. Repealed or Omitted.  121. Transferred.  121a. Repealed.  121b 121g. Transferred.  122 123a. Repealed or Omitted.  123b 125a. Transferred.  126 1261. Repealed or Omitted.  1262. Transferred.  126a. Omitted.  126b. Transferred.  127. Repealed.  127a 127b. Transferred.  128 130. Repealed.  1301 130h. Transferred.  130i. Repealed.  130j 130l Transferred.  60. Repealed. June 20, 1929, ch. 33,  6 46 Stat. 39   Section, acts May 24, 1924, ch. 183,  1 43 Stat. 146 May 29, 1928, ch. 853,  1 45 Stat. 885  601. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 601 was editorially reclassified as section 4101 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Reduction in Number of Employee Positions; Reports Pub. L. 10369, title III,  307 Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 710 Pub. L. 103283, title III,  305 July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1441 Pub. L. 104316, title I,  102(a) Oct. 19, 1996 110 Stat. 3827 Sept. 30, 1992 Sept. 30, 1995 Sept. 30, 1994  602. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 602 was editorially reclassified as section 4724 of this title  60a. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Present provisions relating to personnel and compensation of Congressional officers and employees may be found elsewhere in this chapter and in Acts and Resolutions cited in notes hereunder. Section was based on the following acts: 1949 Jan. 19, 1949, ch. 2,  1(d) 63 Stat. 4 May 24, 1949, ch. 138 63 Stat. 76 Oct. 10, 1949, ch. 662 63 Stat. 738 Oct. 14, 1949, ch. 694 63 Stat. 869 1948 June 14, 1948, ch. 467 62 Stat. 423 June 25, 1948, ch. 658 62 Stat. 1027 1947 Jan. 31, 1947, ch. 1 61 Stat. 1 Feb. 19, 1947, ch. 3 61 Stat. 4 July 17, 1947, ch. 262 61 Stat. 361 July 30, 1947, ch. 361 61 Stat. 610 July 31, 1947, ch. 414 61 Stat. 695 1946 July 1, 1946, ch. 530 60 Stat. 387 July 23, 1946, ch. 591 60 Stat. 600 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 834 Aug. 8, 1946, ch. 870 60 Stat. 910 1945 Apr. 25, 1945, ch. 95 59 Stat. 77 June 13, 1945, ch. 189 59 Stat. 238 July 5, 1945, ch. 271 59 Stat. 412 Dec. 28, 1945, ch. 589 59 Stat. 632 1944 June 26, 1944, ch. 277 58 Stat. 334 June 28, 1944, ch. 304 58 Stat. 597 Dec. 22, 1944, ch. 660 58 Stat. 853 1943 June 28, 1943, ch. 173 57 Stat. 220 1942 June 8, 1942, ch. 396 56 Stat. 330 1941 Mar. 1, 1941, ch. 9 55 Stat. 14 July 1, 1941, ch. 268 55 Stat. 446 1940 June 18, 1940, ch. 396 54 Stat. 462 Oct. 9, 1940, ch. 780 54 Stat. 1030 1939 June 16, 1939, ch. 208 53 Stat. 822 July 25, 1939, ch. 352,  2 53 Stat. 1080 1938 May 17, 1938, ch. 236 52 Stat. 381 June 25, 1938, ch. 681 52 Stat. 1114 1937 May 18, 1937, ch. 223 50 Stat. 169 1934 May 30, 1934, ch. 372 48 Stat. 817 1933 Feb. 28, 1933, ch. 134 47 Stat. 1350 1929 June 20, 1929, ch. 33 46 Stat. 32 In addition to these acts the following House Resolutions affected the salary of certain employees and were made permanent law by section 105 of act July 17, 1947, ch. 262 61 Stat. 377 Pub. L. 91510, title III,  322 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1185 act June 14, 1948, ch. 467,  105 62 Stat. 437 act June 22, 1949, ch. 235,  105 63 Stat. 230 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Legislative Branch Appropriation Acts The following acts have provided for funds for the operation of Congress: Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4913 Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 502 Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1628 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title I Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2753 Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2923 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 769 Pub. L. 11531, div. I, title I May 5, 2017 131 Stat. 568 Pub. L. 114113, div. I, title I Dec. 18, 2015 129 Stat. 2654 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2523 Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 417 Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1116 Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2023 Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 812 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2218 Pub. L. 10955, title I Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 565 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3166 Pub. L. 10883, title I Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1007 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 346 Pub. L. 10768, title I Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 560 Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 10657, title I Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 408 Pub. L. 105275, title I Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2430 Pub. L. 10555, title I Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1177 Pub. L. 104197, title I Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2394 Pub. L. 10453, title I Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 514 Pub. L. 103283, title I July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1423 Pub. L. 10369, title I Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 692 Pub. L. 102392, title I Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1703 Pub. L. 10290, title I Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 447 Pub. L. 101520, title I Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2254 Pub. L. 101163, title I Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1041 Pub. L. 100458, title I Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2158 Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Pub. L. 99500,  101(j) Oct. 18, 1986 100 Stat. 1783287 Pub. L. 99591,  101(j) Oct. 30, 1986 100 Stat. 3341287 Pub. L. 99151, title I Nov. 13, 1985 99 Stat. 792 Pub. L. 98367, title I July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 472 Pub. L. 9851, title I July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 263 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 Pub. L. 9751,  101(c) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 959 Pub. L. 96536,  101(c) Dec. 16, 1980 94 Stat. 3167 Pub. L. 96369,  101(c) Oct. 1, 1980 94 Stat. 1352 Pub. L. 9686,  101(c) Oct. 12, 1979 93 Stat. 657 Pub. L. 95391, title I Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 763 Pub. L. 9594, title I Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 653 Pub. L. 94440, title I Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1439 Pub. L. 9459, title I July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 269 Pub. L. 93371 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 424 Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 527 Pub. L. 92342 July 10, 1972 86 Stat. 432 Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 125 Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 807 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 339 Pub. L. 90417 July 23, 1968 82 Stat. 398 Pub. L. 9057 July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 127 Pub. L. 89545 Aug. 27, 1966 80 Stat. 354 Pub. L. 8990 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 265 Pub. L. 88454 Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 535 Pub. L. 88248 Dec. 30, 1963 77 Stat. 803 Pub. L. 87730 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 680 Pub. L. 87130 Aug. 10, 1961 75 Stat. 320 Pub. L. 86628 July 12, 1960 74 Stat. 446 Pub. L. 86176 Aug. 21, 1959 73 Stat. 398 Pub. L. 85570 July 31, 1958 72 Stat. 439 Pub. L. 8575 July 1, 1957 71 Stat. 244 June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 356 Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 499 July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 396 Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 318 July 9, 1952, ch. 598 66 Stat. 464 Oct. 11, 1951, ch. 485 65 Stat. 388 Sept. 6, 1950, ch. 896 64 Stat. 595 June 22, 1949, ch. 235 63 Stat. 216 Limitation on Funds Available to Senate for Fiscal Year Beginning October 1, 1980 Pub. L. 96508,  10 Dec. 8, 1980 94 Stat. 2749 October 1, 1980 October 1, 1979 Senate and House Committee Employees Senate and House committee employees, formerly provided for by this section, are covered by section 4301 of this title  60a1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60a1 was editorially reclassified as section 4571 of this title  60a1a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60a1a was editorially reclassified as section 4572 of this title  60a1b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60a1b was editorially reclassified as section 4573 of this title  60a2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60a2 was editorially reclassified as section 4531 of this title  60a2a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60a2a was editorially reclassified as section 4532 of this title  60b, 60c. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60b, acts June 20, 1929, ch. 33,  2 46 Stat. 38 July 25, 1939, ch. 352,  3 53 Stat. 1080 section 60g of this title Section 60c, R.S.  55, related to payment of salaries of chaplains.  60c1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60c1 was editorially reclassified as section 4591 of this title  60c2. Repealed. Pub. L. 97258,  5(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1068   Section, Pub. L. 92136,  4 Oct. 11, 1971 85 Stat. 377 section 3332 of Title 31  60c2a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60c2a was editorially reclassified as section 6568 of this title  60c3. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60c3 was editorially reclassified as section 4594 of this title  60c4. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60c4 was editorially reclassified as section 4524 of this title  60c5. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60c5 was editorially reclassified as section 4579 of this title  60c6. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60c6 was editorially reclassified as section 4536 of this title  60d. Repealed. Pub. L. 10768, title I,  116(b)(1) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 573   Section, acts May 21, 1937, ch. 236,  1 50 Stat. 199 Pub. L. 86426,  2(a) Apr. 20, 1960 74 Stat. 53 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(3) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1729 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal applicable with respect to pay periods beginning after the expiration of the 1-year period which begins Nov. 12, 2001 section 116(c) of Pub. L. 10768 section 4551 of this title  60d1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60d1 was editorially reclassified as section 4551 of this title  60e, 60e1. Repealed. Pub. L. 10768, title I,  116(b)(1) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 573   Section 60e, act May 21, 1937, ch. 236,  2 June 2, 1939, ch. 171 53 Stat. 802 Pub. L. 86426,  2(b) Apr. 20, 1960 74 Stat. 54 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(3) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1729  Section 60e1, acts Dec. 28, 1945, ch. 589 59 Stat. 633 Pub. L. 86426,  2(c) Apr. 20, 1960 74 Stat. 54 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal applicable with respect to pay periods beginning after the expiration of the 1-year period which begins Nov. 12, 2001 section 116(c) of Pub. L. 10768 section 4551 of this title  60e1a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60e1a was editorially reclassified as section 4555 of this title  60e1b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60e1b was editorially reclassified as section 4556 of this title  60e1c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60e1c was editorially reclassified as section 4557 of this title  60e1d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60e1d was editorially reclassified as section 4558 of this title  60e2. Omitted   Section, acts June 30, 1945, ch. 212 59 Stat. 295 Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 782 63 Stat. 972 Sept. 6, 1966 Pub. L. 89554,  8(a) 80 Stat. 653 June 30, 1945 June 30, 1945 section 1854 of this title  60e2a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60e2a was editorially reclassified as section 1853 of this title  60e2b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60e2b was editorially reclassified as section 1854 of this title  60e3 to 60e14. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Sections were omitted as obsolete and superseded. See sections 4533 to 4535, 4575, and 5103 of this title. Section 60e3, acts June 30, 1945, ch. 212 59 Stat. 301 May 24, 1946, ch. 270,  5(a) 60 Stat. 217 June 23, 1949, ch. 238,  5 63 Stat. 265 Section 60e4, acts June 30, 1945, ch. 212 59 Stat. 301 May 24, 1946, ch. 270,  5(c) 60 Stat. 217 Section 60e4a, act July 3, 1948, ch. 830, title III,  301 62 Stat. 1267 Section 60e5, acts Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 783 63 Stat. 974 June 28, 1955, ch. 189,  4(e)(1) 69 Stat. 177 Section 60e6, acts Oct. 24, 1951, ch. 554,  2(a) 65 Stat. 613 June 28, 1955, ch. 189,  4(b) 69 Stat. 176 Section 60e7, acts June 28, 1955, ch. 189,  4(a) 69 Stat. 176178 June 27, 1956, ch. 453,  101 70 Stat. 363 Section 60e8, Pub. L. 85462,  4(a) June 20, 1958 72 Stat. 207209 Section 60e9, Pub. L. 86568, title I,  117(a) July 1, 1960 74 Stat. 303 Section 60e10, Pub. L. 87793,  1005(a) Oct. 11, 1962 76 Stat. 866 Section 60e11, Pub. L. 88426, title II,  202(a) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 413 Section 60e12, Pub. L. 89301,  11(a) Oct. 29, 1965 79 Stat. 1120 Section 60e13, Pub. L. 89504, title III,  302(a) July 18, 1966 80 Stat. 294 Section 60e14, Pub. L. 90206, title II,  214(a) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 635637  60f. Repealed. Pub. L. 9057,  105(i)(2) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 144   Section, acts July 1, 1941, ch. 268 55 Stat. 448 June 8, 1942, ch. 396 56 Stat. 333 June 28, 1943, ch. 173 57 Stat. 222 June 26, 1944, ch. 277 58 Stat. 337 Dec. 20, 1944, ch. 617,  2(a) 58 Stat. 832 June 13, 1945, ch. 189 59 Stat. 241 July 1, 1946, ch. 530 60 Stat. 390 Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 783 63 Stat. 974 Oct. 24, 1951, ch. 554,  2(c)(2) 65 Stat. 614 June 28, 1955, ch. 189,  4(e)(3) 69 Stat. 177 May 19, 1956, ch. 313 70 Stat. 175 Sept. 1, 1959 Pub. L. 86213,  1(a) 73 Stat. 443 Aug. 10, 1961 Pub. L. 87130 75 Stat. 323 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Aug. 1, 1967 section 105(k) of Pub. L. 9057 section 4575 of this title  60f1. Repealed. Pub. L. 86213,  1(c) Sept. 1, 1959 73 Stat. 444   Section, act June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 359  60g, 60g1. Repealed. Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  477(a)(1) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1195   Section 60g, acts Dec. 20, 1944, ch. 617,  1 58 Stat. 831 June 23, 1949, ch. 238,  4 63 Stat. 265  Section 60g1, acts July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 401 Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568,  11(a) 69 Stat. 509 Aug. 3, 1956, ch. 938,  1(a) 70 Stat. 990 Aug. 10, 1961 Pub. L. 87130,  103 75 Stat. 334 July 27, 1965 Pub. L. 8990,  103 79 Stat. 81 Aug. 27, 1966 80 Stat. 369 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  60g2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60g2 was editorially reclassified as section 5322 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 60g2, based on House Resolution No. 416, Eighty-ninth Congress, June 16, 1965 Pub. L. 89545,  103 Aug. 27, 1966 80 Stat. 369 Sept. 18, 1973 Pub. L. 93245 Jan. 3, 1974 87 Stat. 1079 H. Res. 416, Eighty-ninth Congress, adopted June 16, 1965 80 Stat. 369 Public Law 89545 2 U.S.C. 60g2  60h. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, act Apr. 25, 1945, ch. 95, title I 59 Stat. 78 section 60g of this title  60i. Repealed. Pub. L. 87730,  106(c) Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 695   Section, act Feb. 13, 1945, ch. 2,  1 59 Stat. 4 section 4507 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Sept. 1, 1962 section 106(e) of Pub. L. 87730 section 4507 of this title Prohibition Against Payment of Longevity Increase After September 1, 1962 Pub. L. 87730,  106(c) Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 695 Sept. 1, 1962 Sept. 1, 1962  60j. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60j was editorially reclassified as section 4507 of this title  60j1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60j1 was editorially reclassified as a note under section 1927 of this title  60j2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60j2 was editorially reclassified as section 4508 of this title  60j3. Repealed. Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189   Section, Pub. L. 95391, title I,  109 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  107(c) July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 890 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Section 101 of S. 2939, 97th Congress, 2d Session, as reported Sept. 22, 1982 section 101(e) of Pub. L. 97276 Oct. 1, 1982 Reports Covering Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 1982 Section 101 of S. 2939, 97th Congress, 2d Session, as reported Sept. 22, 1982 section 101(e) of Pub. L. 97276 Sept. 30, 1982  60j4. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60j4 was editorially reclassified as section 4509 of this title  60k. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60k was editorially reclassified as a note under section 1313 of this title  60l. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60 l section 1311 of this title  60m, 60n. Repealed. Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(b) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41   Section 60m, Pub. L. 1033, title V,  501 Feb. 5, 1993 107 Stat. 27 Pub. L. 103283, title III,  312(f)(4) July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1447  Section 60n, Pub. L. 1033, title V,  502 Feb. 5, 1993 107 Stat. 28 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Savings Provision Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(b) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41 section 1435 of this title  60o. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60 o section 4537 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Lump Sum Payment for Accrued Annual Leave of Senate Employees Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  6] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 section 4580 of this title  60p. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60p was editorially reclassified as section 4595 of this title  60q. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 60q was editorially reclassified as section 4505 of this title  61. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61 was editorially reclassified as section 4574 of this title  611. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 611 was editorially reclassified as section 4575 of this title  611a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 611a was editorially reclassified as section 4576 of this title  611b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 611b was editorially reclassified as section 4577 of this title  611c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 611c was editorially reclassified as section 4581 of this title  612. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 90206, title II,  214(g) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 636 Dec. 16, 1967  61a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61a was editorially reclassified as section 6531 of this title Section 6531 of this title Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(H) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2776 Prior Provisions A prior section 61a, act Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568,  1 69 Stat. 499  61a1, 61a2. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61a1, acts June 27, 1956, ch. 453,  101 70 Stat. 356 July 9, 1971 Pub. L. 9251,  101 85 Stat. 125 Section 61a2, Pub. L. 88426, title II,  202(i) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 414 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  108(a) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 661 section 6597 of this title Oct. 1, 1981  61a3. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61a3 was editorially reclassified as section 6534 of this title  61a4. Repealed. Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 531   Section, Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 340 Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 807 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 93145 July 1, 1973  61a4a. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 92342,  101 July 10, 1972 86 Stat. 433 section 61a4 of this title section 61a5 of this title  61a5. Repealed. Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 531   Section, Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 807 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 93145 July 1, 1973  61a6 to 61a8. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Sections were omitted for lack of general applicability. Sections were taken from the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1971, the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1972, and the Supplemental Appropriation Act, 1973, respectively, and provided for the appointment and compensation of specified employees of the Senate by the Secretary of the Senate. Section 61a6, Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 808 Aug. 1, 1970 Section 61a7, Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 125 July 1, 1971 Section 61a8, Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1504 Nov. 1, 1972  61a9. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61a9 was editorially reclassified as section 6565 of this title  61a9a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61a9a was editorially reclassified as section 6564 of this title  61a10. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 528 July 1, 1973  61a11. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61a11 was editorially reclassified as section 6539 of this title  61b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61b was editorially reclassified as section 6535 of this title  61b1 to 61b2. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Sections were omitted in view of section 6539 of this title Oct. 1, 1981 Section 61b1, Pub. L. 87730 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 680 Section 61b1a, Pub. L. 92342 July 10, 1972 86 Stat. 433 Pub. L. 9594, title I Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 654 Section 61b2, Pub. L. 90608 Oct. 21, 1968 82 Stat. 1195  61b3. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61b3 was editorially reclassified as section 6541 of this title  61c. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 9459, title I July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 270 Prior Provisions A prior section 61c, acts Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568,  1 69 Stat. 499 June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 356 Aug. 21, 1959 Pub. L. 86176 73 Stat. 398 Aug. 10, 1961 Pub. L. 87130 75 Stat. 320  61c1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61c1 was editorially reclassified as section 6540 of this title  61c2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61c2 was editorially reclassified as section 6537 of this title Section 6537 of this title Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775  61d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61d was editorially reclassified as section 6651 of this title Section 6651 of this title Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(G) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2776 Prior Provisions A prior section 61d, Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 528 Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 80 Pub. L. 9638, title I,  103 July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 112 Pub. L. 9751,  121 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 965 October 1, 1981 Another prior section 61d, acts Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568,  1 69 Stat. 499 July 12, 1960 Pub. L. 86628 74 Stat. 446 Aug. 14, 1964 Pub. L. 88426, title II,  203(h) 78 Stat. 415 Dec. 12, 1969 Pub. L. 91145 83 Stat. 340 Aug. 18, 1970 Pub. L. 91382 84 Stat. 808  61d1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61d1 was editorially reclassified as section 6652 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 61d1, Pub. L. 93371 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 424 Pub. L. 9638, title I,  103 July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 112  61d2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61d2 was editorially reclassified as section 6653 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 61d2, Pub. L. 94303, title I,  114 June 1, 1976 90 Stat. 614 Pub. L. 9751,  127(b)(2) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 966  61d3. Repealed. Pub. L. 108199, div. H,  155(b)(1) Jan. 23, 2004 118 Stat. 450   Section, acts Pub. L. 10453, title I,  2 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 517 Pub. L. 105275, title I,  2(a) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2433 section 6654 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal applicable with respect to fiscal year 2004 and each fiscal year thereafter, see section 6654(c) of this title  61d4. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61d4 was editorially reclassified as section 6654 of this title  61e. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61e was editorially reclassified as section 6591 of this title Section 6591 of this title Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(H) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2776 Prior Provisions A prior section 61e, act Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568,  1 69 Stat. 501  61e1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61e1 was editorially reclassified as section 6594 of this title  61e2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61e2 was editorially reclassified as section 6595 of this title  61e3. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61e3 was editorially reclassified as section 6593 of this title  61e4. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61e4 was editorially reclassified as section 6598 of this title  61f, 61f1. Omitted   Section 61f, acts Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 501 June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 357 July 1, 1957 Pub. L. 8575 71 Stat. 245 July 31, 1958 Pub. L. 85570 72 Stat. 440 Aug. 21, 1959 Pub. L. 86176 73 Stat. 399 July 12, 1960 Pub. L. 86628 74 Stat. 447 Aug. 10, 1961 Pub. L. 87130 75 Stat. 321 Oct. 2, 1962 Pub. L. 87730 76 Stat. 681 Dec. 30, 1963 Pub. L. 88248 77 Stat. 804  Section 61f1, Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 808  61f1a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61f1a was editorially reclassified as section 6612 of this title  61f2 to 61f6. Omitted   Sections were omitted for lack of general applicability. Sections were from the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1972, the Supplemental Appropriation Act, 1972, the Supplemental Appropriation Act, 1973, the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1974, and the Supplemental Appropriation Act, 1974, respectively, and provided for the appointment and compensation of specified Senate employees by the Sergeant at Arms.  Section 61f2, Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 127 July 1, 1971  Section 61f3, Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 634 Jan. 1, 1972  Section 61f4, Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1504 Nov. 1, 1972  Section 61f5, Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 529 July 1, 1973  Section 61f6, Pub. L. 93245 Jan. 3, 1974 87 Stat. 1078 Dec. 1, 1973  61f7. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61f7 was editorially reclassified as section 6597 of this title  61f8. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61f8 was editorially reclassified as section 6599 of this title  61f9. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61f9 was editorially reclassified as section 6596 of this title  61f10. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61f10 was editorially reclassified as section 6502 of this title  61f11. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61f11 was editorially reclassified as section 6620 of this title  61f12. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61f12 was editorially reclassified as section 6628 of this title  61f13. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61f13 was editorially reclassified as section 6633 of this title  61f14. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61f14 was editorially reclassified as section 6617 of this title  61g. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61g was editorially reclassified as section 6151 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 61g, acts Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 502 June 27, 1956, ch. 453,  101 70 Stat. 357  61g1 to 61g3. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61g1, Pub. L. 89691, title IV,  404 Oct. 15, 1966 80 Stat. 1024 Oct. 1, 1966 section 6151 of this title Sections 61g2 and 61g3, Pub. L. 9459, title I July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 272 July 1, 1975 Pub. L. 9594, title I Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 658 Oct. 1, 1977 section 6152 of this title  61g4. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61g4 was editorially reclassified as section 6156 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 61g4, Pub. L. 9526, title I,  100 May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 80 section 102 of Pub. L. 9638 Oct. 1, 1979  61g5. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61g5 was editorially reclassified as section 6152 of this title  61g6. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61g6 was editorially reclassified as section 6155 of this title  61g6a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61g6a was editorially reclassified as section 6153 of this title  61g6b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61g6b was editorially reclassified as section 6154 of this title  61g7. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61g7 was editorially reclassified as section 6157 of this title  61g8. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61g8 was editorially reclassified as section 6158 of this title  61h, 61h1. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61h, Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775 Pub. L. 9594, title I Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 658 Oct. 1, 1977 section 6152 of this title A prior section 61h, acts Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 502 June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 357 Aug. 21, 1959 Pub. L. 86176 73 Stat. 399 Aug. 10, 1961 Pub. L. 87130 75 Stat. 321 July 27, 1965 Pub. L. 8990 79 Stat. 266 Section 61h1, Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 339 Pub. L. 9526 91 Stat. 80 section 6131 of this title A prior section 61h1, Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 339 December 9, 1941 Pub. L. 8630 May 20, 1959 January 24, 1952 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Abolition of Positions in Offices of Senate Majority and Minority Leaders Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 80 That the positions established by the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1970 [ Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 338 April 1, 1977 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 339 section 61h1 of this title Dec. 9, 1941 Pub. L. 8630 May 20, 1959 Jan. 24, 1952 section 6131 of this title  61h2. Repealed. Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775   Section, Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 339 section 61h1 of this title Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 80 section 61h1 of this title section 6131 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective on the later of the first day of the first applicable pay period beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title  61h3. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61h3, Pub. L. 9459, title I July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 269 July 1, 1975 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 339 section 61h1 of this title Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 80 section 61h1 of this title section 6131 of this title  61h4. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61h4 was editorially reclassified as section 6131 of this title  61h5. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61h5 was editorially reclassified as section 6132 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 61h5, Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 80 section 101(b) of Pub. L. 9851 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 265 Oct. 1, 1983 Pub. L. 9526  61h6. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61h6 was editorially reclassified as section 6501 of this title  61h7. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61h7 was editorially reclassified as section 6133 of this title  61i to 61j1. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61i, Pub. L. 8630, title I May 20, 1959 73 Stat. 48 May 1, 1959 Dec. 9, 1941 section 6131 of this title Section 61j, Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 339 section 61j of this title Pub. L. 9526 section 61h1 of this title section 6134 of this title A prior section 61j, Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 339 Section 61j1, Pub. L. 9459, title I July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 270 July 1, 1975 Pub. L. 9459 Apr. 1, 1977 Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 80 section 61h1 of this title section 6134 of this title  61j2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61j2 was editorially reclassified as section 6134 of this title  61k. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61k was editorially reclassified as section 6113 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 61k, Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 79 Oct. 1, 1979 section 101 of Pub. L. 9638  61l. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 61 l section 6114 of this title  62. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 62 was editorially reclassified as section 6592 of this title  62a. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, act May 1, 1947, ch. 49, title I 61 Stat. 58 act Oct. 3, 1944, ch. 479 58 Stat. 765 act June 30, 1949, ch. 288, title V,  503 63 Stat. 399 Dec. 31, 1949 section 352 of Title 30  62b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section, act July 26, 1949, ch. 366 63 Stat. 482 section 81a of this title Pub. L. 104186  63. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(21) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1733   Section, R.S.  73, related to duties of Doorkeeper of Senate. Provisions of R.S.  73 which related to duties of Doorkeeper of House of Representatives were classified to section 76 of this title Pub. L. 104186  64. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, R.S.  56, authorizing payment on requisitions drawn by Secretary of Senate of moneys appropriated for compensation of Senate members and officers and for contingent Senate expenses, was omitted in view of the abolition of appropriation for the fund provided for in this section on and after July 1, 1935 act June 26, 1934, ch. 756,  14 48 Stat. 1230  641. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 641 was editorially reclassified as section 6542 of this title  642. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 642 was editorially reclassified as section 6562 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 642, Pub. L. 9526, title I,  108 May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 85 May 4, 1977  643. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 9526, title I,  111 May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 87 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1018(h)(3) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 369 section 1905a of this title  64a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 64a was editorially reclassified as section 6532 of this title  64a1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 64a1 was editorially reclassified as section 6536 of this title  64b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 64b was editorially reclassified as section 6533 of this title  65. Repealed. Pub. L. 92310, title II,  220(a) June 6, 1972 86 Stat. 204   Section, R.S.  57, 59; acts Mar. 2, 1895, ch. 177,  5 28 Stat. 807 Oct. 31, 1951, ch. 655,  13 65 Stat. 715  65a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 65a was editorially reclassified as section 6507 of this title  65b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 65b was editorially reclassified as section 6613 of this title  65c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 65c was editorially reclassified as section 6512 of this title  65d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 65d was editorially reclassified as section 6614 of this title  65e. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 9863, title I July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 333 section 31a1 of this title section 6102 of this title  65f. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 65f was editorially reclassified as section 6567 of this title  66. Repealed. Pub. L. 93344, title V,  505(1) July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 322   Section, act June 19, 1934, ch. 648, title I,  1 48 Stat. 1022  66a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 66a was editorially reclassified as section 4578 of this title  67. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 67 was editorially reclassified as section 6312 of this title  67a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 67a was editorially reclassified as section 4335 of this title  68. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 68 was editorially reclassified as section 6503 of this title  681. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 681 was editorially reclassified as section 6504 of this title  682. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 682 was editorially reclassified as section 6505 of this title  683. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 683 was editorially reclassified as section 6506 of this title  684. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 684 was editorially reclassified as section 6615 of this title  685. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 685 was editorially reclassified as section 6629 of this title  686. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 686 was editorially reclassified as section 6508 of this title  686a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 686a was editorially reclassified as section 6611 of this title  687. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 687 was editorially reclassified as section 6574 of this title  688. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 688 was editorially reclassified as section 6509 of this title  68a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 68a was editorially reclassified as section 6510 of this title  68b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 68b was editorially reclassified as section 6513 of this title  68c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 68c was editorially reclassified as section 4331 of this title  68d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 68d was editorially reclassified as section 6511 of this title  68e. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 68e was editorially reclassified as section 6561 of this title  68f. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 68f was editorially reclassified as section 6563 of this title  69. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 69 was editorially reclassified as section 4333 of this title  691. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 691 was editorially reclassified as section 4334 of this title  69a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 69a was editorially reclassified as section 6514 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 69a, Pub. L. 9594, title I,  105 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 661 July 1, 1979 Pub. L. 9638, title I,  107(b) July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 113  69b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 69b was editorially reclassified as section 6578 of this title  70 to 72. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 70, act July 16, 1914, ch. 141,  1 38 Stat. 456 July 1, 1914 Section 71, act July 11, 1919, ch. 6,  1 41 Stat. 57 Section 72, acts Mar. 4, 1925, ch. 549,  1 43 Stat. 1291 May 13, 1926, ch. 294,  1 44 Stat. 542 Feb. 23, 1927, ch. 168,  1 44 Stat. 1152 May 14, 1928, ch. 551,  1 45 Stat. 522 Feb. 28, 1929, ch. 367,  1 45 Stat. 1392 June 6, 1930, ch. 407,  1 46 Stat. 509 Feb. 20, 1931, ch. 234,  1 46 Stat. 1179 June 30, 1932, ch. 314 47 Stat. 387 Feb. 28, 1933, ch. 134,  1 47 Stat. 1356  72a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 72a was editorially reclassified as section 4301 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Overtime Pay for FBI Employees Detailed to House Committee on Appropriations Pub. L. 103283, title I July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1430 section 4315 of this title Office of Classified National Security Information Pub. L. 95391, title I,  105 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 772 Pub. L. 9751,  115 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 963 Oct. 1, 1981 Pub. L. 99492,  2(a) Oct. 16, 1986 100 Stat. 1240 Pub. L. 10018,  1(a) Apr. 3, 1987 101 Stat. 262 Oct. 1, 1981 June 5, 1987  72a1, 72a1a. Repealed. Pub. L. 9057,  105(i)(4) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 144   Section 72a1, acts Feb. 19, 1947, ch. 4 61 Stat. 5 June 14, 1948, ch. 467 62 Stat. 423 section 4575(e) of this title  Section 72a1a, acts Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568,  1 69 Stat. 505 June 20, 1958 Pub. L. 85462,  4(h) 72 Stat. 208 Aug. 27, 1966 Pub. L. 89545 80 Stat. 357 section 4575(e) of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Aug. 1, 1967 section 105(k) of Pub. L. 9057 section 4575 of this title  72a1b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 72a1b was editorially reclassified as section 4311 of this title  72a1c. Repealed. Pub. L. 9526, title I,  106(f) May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 84   Section, Pub. L. 9459, title I,  108 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 276 Pub. L. 94440, title I,  102 Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1443 section 4332 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 9526, title I,  106(g)(1) May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 84 Mar. 1, 1977 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  111(e)(1) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 663  72a1d. Repealed. Pub. L. 9594, title I,  111(e)(1) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 663   Section, Pub. L. 9526, title I,  106(a) May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 83 section 4332 of this title Pub. L. 9594 section 4575 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Oct. 1, 1977 section 111(f) of Pub. L. 9594 section 4332 of this title Effective Date and Savings Provisions Pub. L. 9526, title I,  106(g) May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 84 Mar. 1, 1977 section 72a1d of this title section 111(e)(1) of Pub. L. 9594 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 663  72a1e. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 72a1e was editorially reclassified as section 4332 of this title  72a1f. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 72a1f was editorially reclassified as section 4338 of this title  72a1g. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 72a1g was editorially reclassified as section 4721 of this title  72a1h. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 72a1h was editorially reclassified as section 4722 of this title  72a1i. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 72a1i was editorially reclassified as section 4723 of this title  72a2, 72a3. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 72a2, acts July 20, 1951, ch. 237 65 Stat. 123 Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 501 Feb. 14, 1956, ch. 34 70 Stat. 13 June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 357 July 28, 1967 Pub. L. 9057,  103 81 Stat. 141 Aug. 18, 1970 Pub. L. 91382,  103 84 Stat. 825 Section 72a3, Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 347 Pub. L. 90417 July 23, 1968 82 Stat. 404 Pub. L. 9057 July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 133 Pub. L. 89545 Aug. 27, 1966 80 Stat. 361 Pub. L. 8990 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 273 Pub. L. 88454 Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 542 Pub. L. 88248 Dec. 30, 1963 77 Stat. 809 Pub. L. 87730 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 686 Pub. L. 87130 Aug. 10, 1961 75 Stat. 327 Pub. L. 86628 July 12, 1960 74 Stat. 453 Pub. L. 86176 Aug. 21, 1959 73 Stat. 405 Pub. L. 85570 July 31, 1958 72 Stat. 446 Pub. L. 8575 July 1, 1957 71 Stat. 249 June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 363 Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 513 July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 403  72a4. Repealed. Pub. L. 9057,  105(i)(1) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 144   Section, Pub. L. 8575 July 1, 1957 71 Stat. 246 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Aug. 1, 1967 section 105(k) of Pub. L. 9057 section 4575 of this title  72b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 72b was editorially reclassified as section 4312 of this title  72b1. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  134(b) 60 Stat. 832 section 72c of this title Nov. 14, 1979  72c. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(13) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1732   Section, act July 17, 1947, ch. 262 61 Stat. 367  72d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 72d was editorially reclassified as section 4336 of this title  72d1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 72d1 was editorially reclassified as section 4337 of this title  73, 74. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 73, act Mar. 4, 1925, ch. 549,  1 43 Stat. 1292 section 4301(c) of this title Section 74, acts Mar. 3, 1893 27 Stat. 757 July 16, 1914, ch. 141 38 Stat. 454 Mar. 4, 1915, ch. 141 38 Stat. 997 June 7, 1924, ch. 303,  1 43 Stat. 581 Mar. 4, 1925, ch. 549,  1 43 Stat. 1286 section 4301 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Repeals R.S.  53 and act May 24, 1924, ch. 183,  1 43 Stat. 149 act Mar. 3, 1933, ch. 202,  1 47 Stat. 1428 act June 20, 1929, ch. 33,  6 46 Stat. 39  741. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 741 was editorially reclassified as section 5122 of this title  742. Omitted   Section, Pub. L. 88248,  103 Dec. 30, 1963 77 Stat. 817 Pub. L. 8990,  103 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 81 Pub. L. 90417,  103 July 23, 1968 82 Stat. 413 Apr. 16, 1962 Apr. 14, 1964  74a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a was editorially reclassified as section 5101 of this title  74a1. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 87367, title III,  302(c) Oct. 4, 1961 75 Stat. 793 section 4302 of this title A prior section 74a1, act Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568,  9 69 Stat. 509  74a2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a2 was editorially reclassified as section 4302 of this title  74a3. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a3 was editorially reclassified as section 5141 of this title  74a4. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a4 was editorially reclassified as section 5142 of this title  74a5. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a5 was editorially reclassified as a note under section 5142 of this title  74a6. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(17) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1732   Section, Pub. L. 103283, title I,  101 July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1430  74a7. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a7 was editorially reclassified as section 5123 of this title  74a8. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a8 was editorially reclassified as section 5161 of this title  74a9. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a9 was editorially reclassified as section 5102 of this title  74a10. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a10 was editorially reclassified as section 5144 of this title  74a10a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a10a was editorially reclassified as section 5145 of this title  74a10b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a10b was editorially reclassified as section 5146 of this title  74a11. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a11 was editorially reclassified as section 5105 of this title  74a11a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a11a was editorially reclassified as section 5104 of this title  74a12. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a12 was editorially reclassified as section 5124 of this title  74a13. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74a13 was editorially reclassified as section 5162 of this title  74b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74b was editorially reclassified as section 6538 of this title  74c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74c was editorially reclassified as section 5143 of this title  74d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74d was editorially reclassified as section 5621 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Transfer of Positions in Corrections Calendar Office Pub. L. 10883, title I,  106 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1018 section 5624 of this title  74d1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74d1 was editorially reclassified as section 5622 of this title  74d2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 74d2 was editorially reclassified as section 5623 of this title  75. Repealed. Pub. L. 92310, title II,  220(b) June 6, 1972 86 Stat. 204   Section, R.S.  58, 59; act Mar. 2, 1895, ch. 177,  5 28 Stat. 807  751. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(22)(A)(iii) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1733   Section, based on H. Res. No. 8, par. (3), Ninety-fifth Congress, Jan. 4, 1977 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668  A prior section 751, based on H. Res. No. 890, Ninety-second Congress, Oct. 4, 1972 Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1509 section 5315 of Title 5  75a. Repealed. Pub. L. 109289, div. B, title II,  20702(b) Pub. L. 1105,  2 Feb. 15, 2007 121 Stat. 38   Section, act June 8, 1942, ch. 396,  7 56 Stat. 350 Pub. L. 92310, title II,  220(i) June 6, 1972 86 Stat. 205 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(19) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1732 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814  Repeal of section is based on section 103(b)(1) of title I of H.R. 5521, as passed by the House of Representatives on June 7, 2006 section 20702(b) of Pub. L. 109289 Pub. L. 1105  75a1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 75a1 was editorially reclassified as section 5501 of this title  75b to 75e. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 75b, act May 1, 1947, ch. 49, title I 61 Stat. 58 act Oct. 3, 1944, ch. 479 58 Stat. 765 act June 30, 1949, ch. 288, title V,  503 63 Stat. 399 Dec. 31, 1949 section 352 of Title 30 Sections 75c to 75e were omitted from the Code for lack of general applicability. Section 75c, based on H. Res. No. 449, Sept. 21, 1961 Pub. L. 87730,  103 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 693 Section 75d, based on H. Res. No. 331, June 7, 1961 Pub. L. 87730,  103 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 693 Section 75e, based on H. Res. Nos. 225, 341, 402 and 773 of the 87th Congress, enacted into permanent law by Pub. L. 87130,  103 Aug. 10, 1961 75 Stat. 334 Pub. L. 87730,  103 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 693 Pub. L. 88248,  103 Dec. 30, 1963 77 Stat. 817  75f. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 75f was editorially reclassified as section 5502 of this title  76 to 76a. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(21) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1733   Section 76, R.S.  73, related to duties of Doorkeeper of House. Provisions of R.S.  73 which related to duties of Doorkeeper of Senate were classified to section 63 of this title Pub. L. 104186  Section 761, based on H. Res. No. 8, par. (3), Ninety-fifth Congress, Jan. 4, 1977 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668  A prior section 761 was based on provisions of H. Res. No. 890, Ninety-second Congress, Oct. 4, 1972 Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1509 section 5315 of Title 5 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(22)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1733  Another prior section 761, based on H. Res. No. 909, Eighty-ninth Congress, Sept. 8, 1966 Pub. L. 89697 Oct. 27, 1966 80 Stat. 1064 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(22)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1733  Section 76a, based on H. Res. No. 560, Eighty-seventh Congress, Mar. 27, 1962 Pub. L. 87730,  103 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 693  76b. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 76b, based on H. Res. No. 603,  2, 3, Eighty-seventh Congress, Apr. 16, 1962 Pub. L. 88248,  103 Dec. 30, 1963 77 Stat. 817 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(24) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1733  77. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 77 was editorially reclassified as section 5601 of this title  77a. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(22)(A)(iii) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1733   Section, based on H. Res. No. 8, par. (3), Ninety-fifth Congress, Jan. 4, 1977 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668  A prior section 77a, based on H. Res. No. 890, Ninety-second Congress, Oct. 4, 1972 Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1509 section 5315 of Title 5  78. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 78 was editorially reclassified as section 5604 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Law Enforcement Authority of Sergeant at Arms Pub. L. 10453, title III,  313 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 538 section 5605 of this title  79. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 79 was editorially reclassified as section 5603 of this title  80. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 80 was editorially reclassified as section 5309 of this title  80a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 80a was editorially reclassified as section 4560 of this title  81. Repealed. Pub. L. 93344, title V,  505(2) July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 322   Section, act July 2, 1954, ch. 455, title I 68 Stat. 400  81a to 81c. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(27) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1734   Section 81a, act July 26, 1949, ch. 366 63 Stat. 482  Section 81b, based on H. Res. No. 465, Eighty-fourth Congress, Apr. 11, 1956 act June 27, 1956, ch. 453, title I,  103 70 Stat. 370  Section 81c, based on H. Res. No. 144, Eighty-fifth Congress, Feb. 7, 1957 Pub. L. 8575, title I,  103 July 1, 1957 71 Stat. 256  82. Repealed. Pub. L. 92310, title II,  220(d) June 6, 1972 86 Stat. 204   Section, acts Oct. 1, 1890, ch. 1256 26 Stat. 645 Mar. 2, 1895, ch. 177,  5 28 Stat. 807  83. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 83 was editorially reclassified as section 5602 of this title  84, 841. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(30) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1734   Section 84, act Oct. 1, 1890, ch. 1256,  7 26 Stat. 646  Section 841, based on H. Res. No. 6, Ninety-eighth Congress, Jan. 3, 1983 Pub. L. 9851, title I,  110 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 269  A prior section 841, based on H. Res. No. 393,  3, Ninety-fifth Congress, Mar. 31, 1977 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668  Another prior section 841, acts Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568,  5 69 Stat. 508 Dec. 16, 1967 Pub. L. 90206, title II,  214(b) 81 Stat. 635  842. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 842 was editorially reclassified as section 5521 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 842, Pub. L. 88426, title II,  203(f) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 415 Mar. 31, 1965 Pub. L. 8990,  103 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 281 Pub. L. 90206, title II,  214(b) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 635  843, 844. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 843, which related to compensation of Deputy Sergeant at Arms (charge of pairs), was based on House Resolution No. 138, Feb. 2, 1961 Pub. L. 87130,  103 Aug. 10, 1961 75 Stat. 334 Section 844, which related to compensation of a clerk-messenger in office of Parliamentarian, was based on House Resolution No. 603, Apr. 16, 1962 Pub. L. 88248,  103 Dec. 30, 1963 77 Stat. 817  84a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 84a was editorially reclassified as section 5561 of this title  84a1. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(32) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1734   Section, based on H. Res. No. 1495, Ninety-fourth Congress, Sept. 30, 1976 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668 Pub. L. 101509, title V,  529 [title I,  101(b)(4)(G)] Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1427  84b. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, acts July 17, 1947, ch. 262 61 Stat. 365 Oct. 18, 1986 Pub. L. 99500,  101(j) 100 Stat. 1783287 Oct. 30, 1986 Pub. L. 99591,  101(j) 100 Stat. 3341287 July 11, 1987 Pub. L. 10071, title I 101 Stat. 425 July 17, 1947 section 5540 of this title Amendment of section by Pub. L. 99500 Pub. L. 10071 Aug. 15, 1986 section 101(j) of Pub. L. 99500 Pub. L. 99591 Pub. L. 99500 Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in appropriation acts which were classified to section 117a of this title  85 to 88a. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(33) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1734   Section 85, act Mar. 3, 1901, ch. 830,  1 31 Stat. 968  Section 86, act Mar. 3, 1901, ch. 830,  1 31 Stat. 968  Section 87, act Mar. 3, 1901, ch. 830,  1 31 Stat. 968  Section 88, act Mar. 3, 1901, ch. 830,  1 31 Stat. 968 section 4901(b) of this title  Section 88a, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title II,  243 60 Stat. 839  88b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 88b was editorially reclassified as section 4903 of this title  88b1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 88b1 was editorially reclassified as section 4901 of this title  88b2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 88b2 was editorially reclassified as section 4911 of this title  88b3. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 88b3 was editorially reclassified as section 4912 of this title  88b4. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 88b4 was editorially reclassified as section 4913 of this title  88b5. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 88b5 was editorially reclassified as section 4917 of this title  88b6. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(39) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1735   Section, Pub. L. 9863, title I,  902 July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 336 Pub. L. 10453, title I,  4 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 517  88b7. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 88b7 was editorially reclassified as section 4931 of this title  88c. Repealed. Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  491(e) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1198   Section, acts June 14, 1948, ch. 467 62 Stat. 426 Oct. 11, 1951, ch. 485 65 Stat. 390 Oct. 13, 1964 Pub. L. 88652,  16(b) 78 Stat. 1084 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  88c1. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(40)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1735   Section, based on H. Res. No. 234,  1, Ninety-eighth Congress, June 29, 1983 Pub. L. 98367, title I,  103 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 479  88c2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 88c2 was editorially reclassified as section 4914 of this title  88c3. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 88c3 was editorially reclassified as section 4915 of this title  88c4. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 88c4 was editorially reclassified as section 4916 of this title  89. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 89 was editorially reclassified as section 4552 of this title  89a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 89a was editorially reclassified as section 4559 of this title  90, 91. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(33) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1734   Section 90, act Mar. 3, 1901, ch. 830,  1 31 Stat. 968  Section 91, acts Mar. 3, 1901, ch. 830,  1 31 Stat. 968 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753,  121 60 Stat. 822  92. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 92 was editorially reclassified as section 5321 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 92, acts Jan. 25, 1923, ch. 43 42 Stat. 1217 July 25, 1939, ch. 352,  1 53 Stat. 1080 Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568,  11(b) 69 Stat. 509 Aug. 3, 1956, ch. 938,  1(b) 70 Stat. 990 Pub. L. 104186, title I,  104(e)(1) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1721  921. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(43) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1736   Section, based on H. Res. No. 294,  2, Eighty-eighth Congress, Aug. 14, 1964 Jan. 4, 1965 Pub. L. 8990,  103 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 281  92a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 92a was editorially reclassified as section 5323 of this title  92b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 92b was editorially reclassified as section 5324 of this title  92b1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 92b1 was editorially reclassified as section 5327 of this title  92b2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 92b2 was editorially reclassified as section 5328 of this title  92b3. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 92b3 was editorially reclassified as section 5329 of this title  92c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 92c was editorially reclassified as section 5325 of this title  92d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 92d was editorially reclassified as section 5326 of this title  92e. Repealed. Pub. L. 98473, title I,  123A(b) Oct. 12, 1984 98 Stat. 1969   Section, acts June 28, 1943, ch. 173 57 Stat. 223 June 26, 1944, ch. 277 58 Stat. 337 June 13, 1945, ch. 189 59 Stat. 241 July 1, 1946, ch. 530 60 Stat. 390  93, 94. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 93, act June 28, 1886 24 Stat. 342 section 4301 of this title Section 94, acts Mar. 4, 1925, ch. 549,  1 43 Stat. 1291 May 13, 1926, ch. 294,  1 44 Stat. 542 Feb. 23, 1927, ch. 168,  1 44 Stat. 1152 May 14, 1928, ch. 551,  1 45 Stat. 522 Feb. 28, 1929, ch. 367,  1 45 Stat. 1392 June 6, 1930, ch. 407,  1 46 Stat. 509 Feb. 20, 1931, ch. 234,  1 46 Stat. 1180 June 30, 1932, ch. 314 47 Stat. 388 Feb. 28, 1933, ch. 134,  1 47 Stat. 1356  95. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section was based on provisions of acts Oct. 2, 1888, ch. 1069 25 Stat. 546 Mar. 4, 1911, ch. 240 36 Stat. 1318 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753,  121 60 Stat. 822 Dec. 27, 1974 Pub. L. 93554, title I 88 Stat. 1776 Aug. 20, 1996 Pub. L. 104186, title I,  105(c) 110 Stat. 1722 Pub. L. 104186 section 5505 of this title Oct. 2, 1888 section 6503 of this title  951. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 951 was editorially reclassified as section 5505 of this title  95a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 95a was editorially reclassified as section 5506 of this title  95b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 95b was editorially reclassified as section 5507 of this title  95c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 95c was editorially reclassified as section 5532 of this title  95d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 95d was editorially reclassified as section 5508 of this title  95e. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 95e was editorially reclassified as section 5533 of this title  96 to 100. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(46) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1737   Section 96, acts July 16, 1914, ch. 141,  1 38 Stat. 462 Mar. 3, 1926, ch. 44,  1 44 Stat. 163  Section 96a, Pub. L. 10369, title III,  311 Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 712  Section 97, act Mar. 2, 1895, ch. 177,  1 28 Stat. 768  Section 98, act Mar. 3, 1885, ch. 360 23 Stat. 512  Section 99, act Mar. 3, 1891, ch. 541,  1 26 Stat. 914  Section 100, act Mar. 3, 1901, ch. 830,  1 31 Stat. 967  101. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 101 was editorially reclassified as section 4701 of this title  102. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(52) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1737   Section, R.S.  60, 61; Pub. L. 86628,  105(c) July 12, 1960 74 Stat. 461  102a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 102a was editorially reclassified as section 4107 of this title  103, 104. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 103, R.S.  62, authorized Secretary of Senate and Clerk of House to require disbursing officers subject to their authority to return analytical statements and receipts for expenditures and to communicate such returns annually to Congress. See sections 4108 and 5535 of this title. Section 104, R.S.  63, required that all expenditures of Senate and House be made up to end of each fiscal year and reported to Congress at beginning of each regular session. See sections 4108 and 5535 of this title.  104a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 104a was editorially reclassified as section 4108 of this title  104b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 104b was editorially reclassified as section 5535 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Reporting Payments Made to Witnesses Before Committee on Standards of Official Conduct Pub. L. 105275, title I,  105 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2439 section 4713 of this title  104c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 104c was editorially reclassified as section 5562 of this title  104d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 104d was editorially reclassified as section 4702 of this title  104e. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 104e was editorially reclassified as section 4712 of this title  104f. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 104f was editorially reclassified as section 4728 of this title  104g. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 104g was editorially reclassified as section 4727 of this title  105. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 105 was editorially reclassified as section 4303 of this title  106. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 106 was editorially reclassified as section 6569 of this title  107. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 107 was editorially reclassified as section 6570 of this title  108. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 108 was editorially reclassified as section 6571 of this title  109. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 109 was editorially reclassified as section 4104 of this title  110. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 110 was editorially reclassified as section 4105 of this title  111. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 111 was editorially reclassified as section 4102 of this title  111a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 111a was editorially reclassified as section 6625 of this title  111b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 111b was editorially reclassified as section 4103 of this title  112. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 112 was editorially reclassified as section 6572 of this title  112a to 112d. Repealed. Pub. L. 91139,  2(a) Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 291   For subject matter of former sections 112a to 112d of this title, see section 5536 of this title  Section 112a, acts Mar. 25, 1953, ch. 10,  1 67 Stat. 7 Mar. 25, 1955, ch. 15 69 Stat. 13 Feb. 25, 1956, ch. 72,  1 70 Stat. 30 July 26, 1961 Pub. L. 87107,  1 75 Stat. 221 Aug. 13, 1965 Pub. L. 89122 79 Stat. 517 Nov. 8, 1965 Pub. L. 89342 79 Stat. 1302  Section 112a1, act Mar. 25, 1953, ch. 10,  2 Feb. 25, 1956, ch. 72,  2 70 Stat. 31 July 26, 1961 Pub. L. 87107,  2 75 Stat. 221 Oct. 9, 1965 Pub. L. 89248 79 Stat. 968 Oct. 24, 1967 Pub. L. 90116 81 Stat. 337  Section 112a2, act Mar. 25, 1953, ch. 10,  3 Feb. 25, 1956, ch. 72,  2 70 Stat. 31  Section 112b, act Mar. 25, 1953, ch. 10,  4 67 Stat. 8 Feb. 25, 1956, ch. 72,  2 70 Stat. 31  Section 112c, act Mar. 25, 1953, ch. 10,  6 67 Stat. 8 Feb. 25, 1956, ch. 72,  2 70 Stat. 31  Section 112d, act Mar. 25, 1953, ch. 10,  7 67 Stat. 8 Feb. 25, 1956, ch. 72,  2 70 Stat. 31 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective at beginning of first calendar month which commenced on or after Dec. 5, 1969 section 3 of Pub. L. 91139 section 5536 of this title Savings Provision Pub. L. 91139,  2(b) Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 291 The repeal by subsection (a) of this section of the joint resolution of March 25, 1953 section 5536 of this title March 25, 1953 section 5536 of this title  112e. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 112e was editorially reclassified as section 5536 of this title  112f. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 112f was editorially reclassified as section 5509 of this title  112g. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 112g was editorially reclassified as section 5537 of this title  112h. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 112h was editorially reclassified as section 5538 of this title  113. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 113 was editorially reclassified as section 4109 of this title  114. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 114 was editorially reclassified as section 6575 of this title  115. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 115 was editorially reclassified as section 5563 of this title  116. Repealed. May 29, 1928, ch. 901,  1 45 Stat. 995   Section, R.S.  72, related to accounting by the Secretaries, Clerks, Sergeant at Arms, Postmasters, and Doorkeepers of Senate and House for property of the Government in their possession.  117. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117 was editorially reclassified as section 6516 of this title  117a. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, acts July 1, 1941, ch. 268 55 Stat. 454 June 8, 1942, ch. 396 56 Stat. 338 June 28, 1943, ch. 173 57 Stat. 228 June 26, 1944, ch. 277 58 Stat. 343 June 13, 1945, ch. 189 59 Stat. 248 July 1, 1946, ch. 530 60 Stat. 397 act July 17, 1947, ch. 262 61 Stat. 365 section 84b of this title  117b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117b was editorially reclassified as section 6630 of this title  117b1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117b1 was editorially reclassified as section 6517 of this title  117b2. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117b2 was editorially reclassified as section 6631 of this title  117c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117c was editorially reclassified as section 6632 of this title  117d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117d was editorially reclassified as section 6626 of this title  117d1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117d1 was editorially reclassified as section 6627 of this title  117e. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117e was editorially reclassified as section 5540 of this title  117f. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117f was editorially reclassified as section 5539 of this title  117g. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117g was editorially reclassified as section 4121 of this title  117h. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117h was editorially reclassified as section 4122 of this title  117i. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117i was editorially reclassified as section 2013 of this title  117j. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117j was editorially reclassified as section 5541 of this title  117j1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117j1 was editorially reclassified as section 5542 of this title  117k. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117k was editorially reclassified as section 5543 of this title  117l. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117 l section 5544 of this title  117m. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 117m was editorially reclassified as section 5545 of this title  118. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 118 was editorially reclassified as section 5503 of this title  118a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 118a was editorially reclassified as section 5504 of this title  119. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 119 was editorially reclassified as section 4106 of this title  119a. Repealed. Pub. L. 90620,  3 Oct. 22, 1968 82 Stat. 1309   Section, act July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 397 July 2, 1954 section 740 of Title 44  120. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, act Feb. 23, 1927, ch. 168,  1 44 Stat. 1150  121. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 121 was editorially reclassified as section 2052 of this title  121a. Repealed. Pub. L. 105275, title I,  6(h)(1) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2434   Section, Pub. L. 94440, title I,  106 Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1444 Pub. L. 9526, title I,  107(a) May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 85 Pub. L. 100458, title I,  10(b) Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2162 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective 30 days after Oct. 21, 1998 section 6634(i) of this title  121b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 121b was editorially reclassified as a note under section 6634 of this title  121b1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 121b1 was editorially reclassified as section 6634 of this title  121c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 121c was editorially reclassified as section 6635 of this title  121d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 121d was editorially reclassified as section 6576 of this title  121e. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 121e was editorially reclassified as section 6515 of this title  121f. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 121f was editorially reclassified as section 2026 of this title  121g. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 121g was editorially reclassified as section 4123 of this title  122. Repealed. Pub. L. 95391, title I,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 777   Section, acts July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 403 Sept. 7, 1957 Pub. L. 85301,  1 71 Stat. 622 Sept. 29, 1965 Pub. L. 89211,  1(a) 79 Stat. 857  The repeal of this section is based on section 6(b) of House Resolution No. 687, Ninety-fifth Congress, Sept. 20, 1977 Pub. L. 95391  Similar provisions were contained in the following prior appropriation acts:  Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 325  July 9, 1952, ch. 598 66 Stat. 470 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Section 6(b) of House Resolution No. 687, Ninety-fifth Congress, Sept. 20, 1977 Jan. 3, 1978 Pub. L. 95391,  111  122a. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(66) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1740   Section, acts July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 403 June 13, 1957 Pub. L. 8554 71 Stat. 82 Aug. 14, 1964 July 27, 1965 Pub. L. 8990,  103 79 Stat. 281 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Reimbursement of Expenses of House Members; Member of House of Representatives and Member Defined Section 302(a), (b), and (d) of H. Res. No. 287, Ninety-fifth Congress, Mar. 2, 1977 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(20)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1728  122b to 122g. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(67) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1740   Section 122b, based on H. Res. No. 687,  1, Ninety-fifth Congress, Sept. 20, 1977 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 777  Section 122c, based on H. Res. No. 687,  2, Ninety-fifth Congress, Sept. 20, 1977 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 777  Section 122d, based on H. Res. No. 687,  3, Ninety-fifth Congress, Sept. 20, 1977 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 777  Section 122e, based on H. Res. No. 687,  4, Ninety-fifth Congress, Sept. 20, 1977 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 777  Section 122f, based on H. Res. No. 687,  5, Ninety-fifth Congress, Sept. 20, 1977 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 777  Section 122g, based on H. Res. No. 687,  7, Ninety-fifth Congress, Sept. 20, 1977 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 777  123. Repealed. June 27, 1956, ch. 453,  105(m) 70 Stat. 372   Section, act Aug. 7, 1953, ch. 341 67 Stat. 439  123a. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, act Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568,  1 69 Stat. 500 l  123b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 123b was editorially reclassified as section 4131 of this title  123b1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 123b1 was editorially reclassified as section 4132 of this title  123c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 123c was editorially reclassified as section 6618 of this title  123c1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 123c1 was editorially reclassified as section 6619 of this title  123d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 123d was editorially reclassified as section 6636 of this title  123e. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 123e was editorially reclassified as section 6577 of this title  124. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 124 was editorially reclassified as section 5606 of this title  125. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 125 was editorially reclassified as section 4553 of this title  125a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 125a was editorially reclassified as section 4506 of this title Section 38b of this title  126. Repealed. Pub. L. 89554,  8 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 658   Section, act Sept. 1, 1954, ch. 1208, title VI,  603 68 Stat. 1116 section 8701(a)(3) of Title 5  1261. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 8990 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 265 Pub. L. 90239 Jan. 2, 1968 81 Stat. 774 Pub. L. 9459, title I July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 270 Pub. L. 9638, title I,  105(1) July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 112 section 6539 of this title Oct. 1, 1981  1262. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 1262 was editorially reclassified as section 6543 of this title  126a. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 86628 July 12, 1960 74 Stat. 447 section 6539 of this title  126b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 126b was editorially reclassified as section 6544 of this title  127. Repealed. Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 129   Section, Pub. L. 87130 Aug. 10, 1961 75 Stat. 323 Pub. L. 8990 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 269 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 343  Similar provisions were contained in the following prior appropriation acts:  Act June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 360 July 12, 1960 Pub. L. 86628 74 Stat. 449 Mar. 31, 1961 Pub. L. 8714, title I 75 Stat. 29  Act Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 504 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 9251 July 1, 1971  127a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 127a was editorially reclassified as section 5342 of this title  127b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 127b was editorially reclassified as section 4538 of this title  128, 129. Repealed. Pub. L. 89554,  8(a) Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 658   Section 128, act Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 513 section 8708 of Title 5  Section 129, Pub. L. 8575 July 1, 1957 71 Stat. 248 section 8334 of Title 5  130. Repealed. Pub. L. 95391, title I,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 777   Section, Pub. L. 87730,  103 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 693 Mar. 19, 1975 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668 section 5581 of this title  The repeal of this section is based on a part of section 2 of House Resolution No. 1047, Ninety-fifth Congress, Apr. 4, 1978 Pub. L. 95391 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Section 2 of House Resolution No. 1047, Ninety-fifth Congress, which was enacted into permanent law by Pub. L. 95391 Pub. L. 95391,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 Ninety-fifth Congress Section 2 of House Resolution No. 1047, Ninety-fifth Congress, Apr. 4, 1978 Pub. L. 95391 Authorization for Payment of Expenses from Contingent Fund of House of Representatives for Participatory Activities Section 1 of House Resolution No. 434, Ninety-fifth Congress, Mar. 31, 1977 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668 Apr. 4, 1978 section 111 of Pub. L. 95391 Sept. 30, 1978  1301. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 1301 was editorially reclassified as section 5581 of this title  1302. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 1302 was editorially reclassified as section 5582 of this title  130a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 130a was editorially reclassified as section 4504 of this title  130b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 130b was editorially reclassified as section 4503 of this title  130c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 130c was editorially reclassified as section 4593 of this title  130d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 130d was editorially reclassified as section 4554 of this title  130e. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 130e was editorially reclassified as section 2172 of this title  130f. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 130f was editorially reclassified as section 5571 of this title  130g. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 130g was editorially reclassified as section 6616 of this title  130h. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 130h was editorially reclassified as section 5546 of this title  130i. Repealed. Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  105(1) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1123   Section, Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  905 Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2318 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Transfer of House Emergency Planning, Preparedness, and Operations Functions to Sergeant at Arms Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  105 Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1123  Effective February 1, 2010 (1) section 905 of the Emergency Supplemental Act, 2002 ( 2 U.S.C. 130i (2) the functions and responsibilities of the Office of Emergency Planning, Preparedness and Operations under section 905 of such Act are transferred and assigned to the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives.  130j. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 130j was editorially reclassified as section 5531 of this title  130k. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 130k was editorially reclassified as section 5547 of this title  130l. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 130 l section 5591 of this title CHAPTER 5 LIBRARY OF CONGRESS    Sec.  131. Collections composing Library; location.  132. Departments of Library.  132a. Appropriations for increase of general library.  132a1. Obligations for reimbursable and revolving fund activities; limitation.  132a2. Furniture, furnishings, and office and library equipment; transfer of funds.  132a3. Authority to transfer amounts between categories of appropriations.  132b. Joint Committee on the Library.  133. Joint Committee during recess of Congress.  134. Incidental expenses of law library.  135. Purchase of books for law library.  135a. National library service for the blind and print disabled.  135a1. Repealed.  135b. Local and regional centers; preference to blind and other physically handicapped veterans; rules and regulations; authorization of appropriations.  136. Librarian of Congress; rules and regulations.  1361. Appointment and term of service of Librarian of Congress.  136a 136a1. Omitted.  136a2. Librarian of Congress and Deputy Librarian of Congress; compensation.  136b. Omitted.  136c. Authorized additional expenses and services for which Library of Congress salary appropriations are available.  137. Use and regulation of law library.  137a 137b. Omitted.  137c. Withdrawal of books from Library of Congress.  138. Law library; hours kept open.  139. Omitted.  140. Employees; fitness.  141. Allocation of responsibilities for Library buildings and grounds.  141a. Design, installation, and maintenance of security systems; transfer of responsibility.  141b. Collections, physical security, control, and preservation of order and decorum within the library.  142. Omitted.  142a. Office of administrative assistant and disbursing officer in Library of Congress abolished; transfer of duties to appointee of Librarian.  142b. Certifying officers of the Library of Congress; accountability; relief by Comptroller General.  142c. Enforcement of liability of certifying officers of Library of Congress.  142d. Disbursing officer of the Library of Congress; disbursements in accordance with voucher; examination of vouchers; liability.  142e. Disbursing Officer of the Library of Congress; disbursements for Congressional Budget Office, accountability; financial management support to Congressional Budget Office under agreement of Librarian of Congress and Director of Congressional Budget Office; Congressional Budget Office certifying officers: voucher certifications, accountability, relief by Comptroller General.  142f. Office of Technology Assessment; disbursement of funds, computation and disbursement of basic pay, and provision of financial management support by Library of Congress.  142g. Copyright Royalty Tribunal; computation and disbursement of pay of Tribunal personnel by Library of Congress.  142h. Biomedical Ethics Board; disbursement of funds, computation and disbursement of basic pay, and provision of financial management services and support by Library of Congress.  142i. United States Capitol Preservation Commission; provision of financial management services and support by Library of Congress.  142j. John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development; disbursement of funds, computation and disbursement of basic pay, and provision of financial management services and support by Library of Congress; payment for services.  142k. Library of Congress disbursing office; payroll processing functions.  142l. Disbursing Officer of Library of Congress; disbursements for Office of Congressional Workplace Rights; voucher certifications, accountability and relief by Comptroller General.  143. Appropriations for Library Building and Grounds.  143a. Disbursement of funds.  143b. Payments in advance for subscriptions or other charges.  143c. Use of other library funds to make payments.  143d. Funds available for workers compensation payments.  144. Copies of Statutes at Large.  145. Copies of journals and documents.  145a. Periodical binding of printed hearings of committee testimony.  146. Deposit of Journals of Senate and House.  147 148. Repealed.  149. Transfer of books to other libraries.  149a. Permitting use of proceeds from disposition of surplus or obsolete personal property.  150. Sale of copies of card indexes and other publications.  151. Smithsonian Library.  152. Care and use of Smithsonian Library.  153. Control of library of House of Representatives.  154. Library of Congress Trust Fund Board; members; quorum; seal; rules and regulations.  155. Compensation and expenses of Library of Congress Trust Fund Board.  156. Gifts, etc., to Library of Congress Trust Fund Board.  157. Funds of Library of Congress Trust Fund Board; management of.  158. Deposits by Library of Congress Trust Fund Board with Treasurer of United States.  158a. Temporary possession of gifts of money or securities to Library of Congress; investment.  159. Perpetual succession and suits by or against Library of Congress Trust Fund Board.  160. Disbursement of gifts, etc., to Library.  161. Tax exemption of gifts, etc., to Library of Congress.  162. Compensation of Library of Congress employees.  162a. Gross salary of Library of Congress employees.  162b. Little Scholars Child Development Center; employee compensation and personnel matters.  163. Omitted.  164. Index and digest of State legislation; preparation.  164a. Official distribution of State legislation index and digest.  165. Authorization for appropriation for biennial index.  166. Congressional Research Service.  166a. Equal access to Congressional Research Service Reports.  167 167h. Repealed.  167i. Suspension of prohibitions against use of Library buildings and grounds.  167j. Area comprising Library of Congress grounds; buildings and grounds defined.  168. Constitution of the United States; preparation and publication of revised edition; annotations; supplements; decennial editions and supplements.  168a. Printing of Constitution Annotated as Senate documents.  168b. Printing and distribution of additional copies of Constitution Annotated.  168c. Printing and distribution of decennial editions and supplements to Constitution Annotated.  168d. Authorization of appropriations for Constitution Annotated.  169. Positions in Library of Congress exempt from citizenship requirement.  170. American Television and Radio Archives.  171. Congressional declaration of findings and purpose as to Center for the Book.  172. Definitions.  173. Establishment of Center for the Book.  174. Function of Center for the Book.  175. Administrative provisions.  176. Mass Book Deacidification Facility; operation by Librarian of Congress.  177. Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry.  178 179k. Repealed.  179l. National Film Registry of Library of Congress.  179m. Duties of Librarian of Congress.  179n. National Film Preservation Board.  179o. Responsibilities and powers of Board.  179p. National Film Registry Collection of Library of Congress.  179q. Seal of National Film Registry.  179r. Remedies.  179s. Limitations of remedies.  179t. Staff of Board; experts and consultants.  179u. Definitions.  179v. Authorization of appropriations.  179w. Effective date.  180. Legislative information retrieval system.  181. Program for exchange of information among legislative branch agencies.  182. Cooperative Acquisitions Program Revolving Fund.  182a. Revolving fund for duplication services associated with audiovisual conservation center.  182b. Revolving fund for sales shop and other services.  182c. Revolving fund for FEDLINK program and Federal Research program.  182d. Audits by Comptroller General.  182e. Library of Congress National Collection Stewardship Fund.  183. Written history of the House of Representatives.  183a. Oral history of the House of Representatives.  184. Incorporation of digital collections into educational curricula.  185. Inspector General of the Library of Congress.  186. Library of Congress orders under task and delivery order contracts.  131. Collections composing Library; location  The Library of Congress, composed of the books, maps, and other publications which on December 1, 1873 (R.S.  80; Feb. 19, 1897, ch. 265,  1 29 Stat. 545 Pub. L. 94553, title I,  105(g) Oct. 19, 1976 90 Stat. 2599 Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title III,  310] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  80 derived from act Jan. 26, 1802, ch. 2 2 Stat. 128 Oct. 21, 1814 3 Stat. 246 act Jan. 30, 1815, ch. 27 3 Stat. 195 act June 25, 1864, ch. 147,  1 13 Stat. 148 July 25, 1866 14 Stat. 365 act Mar. 2, 1867, ch. 167,  1 14 Stat. 464 Amendments 1987 Pub. L. 100202 July 4, 1872 1976 Pub. L. 94553 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1976 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 94553 Jan. 1, 1978 section 102 of Pub. L. 94553 section 101 of Title 17 Short Title of 2019 Amendment Pub. L. 11694, div. P, title XIV,  1401 Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 3206 This title [amending sections 135a, 136a2, and 166 of this title, sections 701, 802, and 803 of Title 17, Copyrights, and section 2103 of Title 20 section 135a1 of this title section 802 of Title 17 Pub. L. 11694, div. P, title XVI,  1601 Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 3209 This title [amending sections 185 and 1808 of this title and sections 3902 and 3903 of Title 44, Public Printing and Documents] may be cited as the Legislative Branch Inspectors General Independence Act of 2019. Transfer to Library Building Provisions for the removal of the Library to the Library Building, erected pursuant to act Apr. 15, 1886, ch. 50 24 Stat. 12 Feb. 19, 1897 Organizing and Microfilming of Presidential Papers; Appropriation Pub. L. 85147 Aug. 16, 1957 71 Stat. 368 Pub. L. 87263 Sept. 21, 1961 75 Stat. 544 Pub. L. 88299 Apr. 27, 1964 78 Stat. 183  That the Librarian of Congress is authorized and directed to arrange, index and microfilm the papers of the Presidents of the United States in the collections of the Library of Congress, in order to preserve their contents against destruction by war or other calamity and for the purpose of making them more readily available for study and research to the fullest possible extent consistent with any existing limitations that may have been imposed on the use of or the access to such papers by their donors or by those placing them on deposit with the Library of Congress. Neither the United States nor any officer or employee of the United States shall be liable for damages for infringement of literary property rights by reason of any activity authorized by this Act. Sec. 2. There are authorized to be appropriated such amounts as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act.  132. Departments of Library  The Library of Congress shall be arranged in two departments, a general library and a law library. (R.S.  81.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  81 derived from act July 14, 1832, ch. 221,  1 4 Stat. 579  132a. Appropriations for increase of general library  The unexpended balance of any sums appropriated by Congress for the increase of the general library, together with such sums as may hereafter be appropriated to the same purpose, shall be laid out under the direction of the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library. (R.S.  82; Feb. 7, 1902 32 Stat. 735 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 838  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  82 derived from acts Apr. 24, 1800, ch. 37,  5 2 Stat. 56 Jan. 26, 1802, ch. 2,  6 2 Stat. 129 Amendments 1946Act Aug. 2, 1946 section 132b of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1946 Amendment Amendment by act Aug. 2, 1946 Jan. 3, 1947 section 4301 of this title  132a1. Obligations for reimbursable and revolving fund activities; limitation  Effective for fiscal years beginning with fiscal year 1995, obligations for any reimbursable and revolving fund activities performed by the Library of Congress are limited to the total amounts provided (1) in the annual regular appropriations Act making appropriations for the legislative branch, or (2) in a supplemental appropriations Act that makes appropriations for the legislative branch. ( Pub. L. 10369, title II,  206 Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 706  132a2. Furniture, furnishings, and office and library equipment; transfer of funds (a) Transfer of funds In addition to any other transfer authority provided by law, during fiscal year 2001 and fiscal years thereafter, the Librarian of Congress may transfer to and among available accounts of the Library of Congress amounts appropriated to the Librarian from funds for the purchase, installation, maintenance, and repair of furniture, furnishings, and office and library equipment. (b) Availability of funds Any amounts transferred pursuant to subsection (a) shall be merged with and be available for the same purpose and for the same period as the appropriation or account to which such amounts are transferred. (c) Approval of Congress The Librarian may transfer amounts pursuant to subsection (a) only with the approval of the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate. ( Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title II,  209] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2001.  132a3. Authority to transfer amounts between categories of appropriations (a) In general During fiscal year 2014 and any succeeding fiscal year, the Librarian of Congress may transfer amounts appropriated for the fiscal year between the categories of appropriations provided under law for the Library of Congress for the fiscal year, upon the approval of the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate. (b) Limitation Not more than 10 percent of the total amount of funds appropriated to the account under any category of appropriations for the Library of Congress for a fiscal year may be transferred from that account by all transfers made under subsection (a). ( Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  1402 Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 431  132b. Joint Committee on the Library  The Joint Committee of Congress on the Library shall, on and after January 3, 1947 ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 838 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  205 Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1742  Editorial Notes Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1947 Aug. 2, 1946 section 4301 of this title Member of Committee With Respect to Financial Management and Budget and Program Development Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(4) [div. A] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 10913, div. A, title III,  3402(a) May 11, 2005 119 Stat. 272 Pub. L. 109289, div. B, title II,  20703(d)(6) Pub. L. 1105,  2 Feb. 15, 2007 121 Stat. 39 That notwithstanding any other provision of law, effective with the One Hundred Seventh Congress and each succeeding Congress the chair of the Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives shall serve as a member of the Joint Committee on the Library with respect to the Librarys financial management, organization, budget development and implementation, and program development and administration, as well as any other element of the mission of the Library of Congress which is subject to the requirements of Federal law.  133. Joint Committee during recess of Congress  The portion of the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library on the part of the Senate remaining in office as Senators shall during the recess of Congress exercise the powers and discharge the duties conferred by law upon the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library. ( Mar. 3, 1883, ch. 141,  2 22 Stat. 592 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 838  Editorial Notes Amendments 1946Act Aug. 2, 1946 section 132b of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1946 Amendment Amendment by act Aug. 2, 1946 Jan. 3, 1947 section 4301 of this title  134. Incidental expenses of law library  The incidental expenses of the law library shall be paid out of the appropriations for the Library of Congress. (R.S.  83.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  83 derived from act July 14, 1832, ch. 221,  3 4 Stat. 579  135. Purchase of books for law library  The Librarian shall make the purchases of books for the law library, under the direction of and pursuant to the catalogue furnished him by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. (R.S.  84.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  84 derived from act July 14, 1832, ch. 221,  4 4 Stat. 579  135a. National library service for the blind and print disabled (a) Accessible materials and reproducers (1) In general The Librarian of Congress is authorized to provide to eligible persons who are residents of the United States (including residents of the several States, insular possessions, and the District of Columbia) and to eligible persons who are United States citizens residing outside the United States the following items: (A) Literary works published in raised characters, on sound-reproduction recordings, or in any other accessible format. (B) Musical scores, instructional texts, and other specialized materials used in furthering educational, vocational, and cultural opportunities in the field of music published in any accessible format. (C) Reproducers for such formats. (2) Ownership Any item provided under paragraph (1) shall be provided on a loan basis and shall remain the property of the Library of Congress. (b) Lending preference In the lending of items under subsection (a), the Librarian shall at all times give preference to (1) the needs of the blind and visually disabled; and (2) the needs of eligible persons who have been honorably discharged from the Armed Forces of the United States. (c) Network The Librarian of Congress may contract or otherwise arrange with such public or other nonprofit libraries, agencies, or organizations as the Librarian may determine appropriate to serve as local or regional centers for the circulation of items described in subsection (a)(1). (d) International service The Librarian of Congress is authorized to provide items described in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of subsection (a)(1) to authorized entities located in a country that is a party to the Marrakesh Treaty, if any such items are delivered to authorized entities through online, not physical, means. The Librarian may contract or otherwise arrange with such authorized entities to deliver such items to eligible persons located in their countries in any accessible format and consistent with section 121A of title 17 (e) Contracting preference In the purchase and maintenance of items described in subsection (a), the Librarian of Congress, without regard to section 6101 of title 41 (f) Regulations The Librarian of Congress shall prescribe regulations for services under this section, in consultation with eligible persons and authorized entities. Such regulations shall include procedures that shall be used by an individual to establish that the individual is an eligible person. (g) Definitions In this section (1) the terms accessible format, authorized entity, and eligible person have the meanings given those terms in section 121 of title 17 (2) the term Marrakesh Treaty has the meaning given in section 121A of such title 17. (h) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section such sums as may be necessary. ( Mar. 3, 1931, ch. 400,  1 46 Stat. 1487 Mar. 4, 1933, ch. 279 47 Stat. 1570 June 14, 1935, ch. 242,  1 49 Stat. 374 Apr. 23, 1937, ch. 125,  1 50 Stat. 72 June 7, 1939, ch. 191 53 Stat. 812 June 6, 1940, ch. 255 54 Stat. 245 Oct. 1, 1942, ch. 575,  1 56 Stat. 764 June 13, 1944, ch. 246,  1 58 Stat. 276 Aug. 8, 1946, ch. 868,  1 60 Stat. 908 July 3, 1952, ch. 566 66 Stat. 326 Pub. L. 85308,  1 Sept. 7, 1957 71 Stat. 630 Pub. L. 89522,  1 July 30, 1966 80 Stat. 330 Pub. L. 114219,  1 July 29, 2016 130 Stat. 845 Pub. L. 11694, div. P, title XIV,  1403(a) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 3206  Editorial Notes Amendments 2019 Pub. L. 11694 section 6101 of title 41 2016 Pub. L. 114219 1966 Pub. L. 89522 1957 Pub. L. 85308 1952Act July 3, 1952 1946Act Aug. 8, 1946 1944Act June 13, 1944 1942Act Oct. 1, 1942 1940Act June 6, 1940 1939Act June 7, 1939 1937Act Apr. 23, 1937 1935Act June 14, 1935 1933Act Mar. 4, 1933 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1957 Amendment Pub. L. 85308,  2 Sept. 7, 1957 71 Stat. 630 This Act [amending this section] shall be applicable with respect to the fiscal year ending June 30, 1958 Effective Date of 1946 Amendment Act Aug. 8, 1946, ch. 868,  2 60 Stat. 908 This Act [amending this section] shall be applicable with respect to the fiscal year ending June 30, 1947 Effective Date of 1944 Amendment Act June 13, 1944, ch. 246,  2 58 Stat. 276 This Act [amending this section] shall be applicable with respect to the fiscal year ending June 30, 1945 Effective Date of 1942 Amendment Act Oct. 1, 1942, ch. 575,  2 56 Stat. 764 This Act [amending this section] shall be applicable with respect to the fiscal year ending June 30, 1943 Effective Date of 1937 Amendment Act Apr. 23, 1937, ch. 125,  2 50 Stat. 72 This Act [amending this section] shall be applicable with respect to the fiscal year ending June 30, 1938  135a1. Repealed. Pub. L. 11694, div. P, title XIV,  1403(b) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 3207   Section, Pub. L. 87765 Oct. 9, 1962 76 Stat. 763 Pub. L. 89522,  2 July 30, 1966 80 Stat. 331 section 135a of this title  135b. Local and regional centers; preference to blind and other physically handicapped veterans; rules and regulations; authorization of appropriations (a) The Librarian of Congress may contract or otherwise arrange with such public or other nonprofit libraries, agencies, or organizations as he may deem appropriate to serve as local or regional centers for the circulation of (1) books, recordings, and reproducers referred to in section 135a of this title 1 1 (b) There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this section. ( Mar. 3, 1931, ch. 400,  2 46 Stat. 1487 Pub. L. 89522,  1 July 30, 1966 80 Stat. 330  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 135a1 of this title Pub. L. 11694, div. P, title XIV,  1403(b) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 3207 section 135a of this title Amendments 1966 Pub. L. 89522  136. Librarian of Congress; rules and regulations  The Librarian of Congress shall make rules and regulations for the government of the Library. ( Feb. 19, 1897, ch. 265,  1 29 Stat. 544 Pub. L. 92310, title II,  220(f) June 6, 1972 86 Stat. 204 Pub. L. 11486,  3 Nov. 5, 2015 129 Stat. 675  Editorial Notes Prior Provisions R.S.  88, 89, 4950, which were repealed by acts Feb. 28, 1933, ch. 131,  1 47 Stat. 1349 Mar. 3, 1933, ch. 202,  1 47 Stat. 1428 Amendments 2015 Pub. L. 11486 1972 Pub. L. 92310 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Short Title of 2015 Amendment Pub. L. 11486,  1 Nov. 5, 2015 129 Stat. 675 This Act [enacting section 1361 of this title  1361. Appointment and term of service of Librarian of Congress (a) In general The President shall appoint the Librarian of Congress, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (b) Term of service The Librarian of Congress shall be appointed for a term of 10 years. (c) Reappointment An individual appointed to the position of Librarian of Congress, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, may be reappointed to that position in accordance with subsections (a) and (b). (d) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to appointments made on or after November 5, 2015 ( Pub. L. 11486,  2 Nov. 5, 2015 129 Stat. 675  136a, 136a1. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Sections were superseded by section 136a2 of this title Section 136a, Pub. L. 88426, title II,  203(c) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 415 Pub. L. 90206, title II Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 639 Pub. L. 9482, title II,  204(b) Aug. 9, 1975 89 Stat. 421 A prior section 136a, acts Mar. 6, 1928, ch. 134 45 Stat. 197 Oct. 15, 1949, ch. 695,  5(a) 63 Stat. 890 Pub. L. 89554,  8(a) Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 647 Section 136a1, Pub. L. 88426, title II,  203(d) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 415 Pub. L. 90206, title II Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 639 Pub. L. 9482, title II,  204(b) Aug. 9, 1975 89 Stat. 421  136a2. Librarian of Congress and Deputy Librarian of Congress; compensation Notwithstanding any other provision of law (1) the Librarian of Congress shall be compensated at an annual rate of pay which is equal to the annual rate of basic pay payable for positions at level II of the Executive Schedule under section 5313 of title 5 (2) the Deputy Librarian of Congress shall be compensated at the greater of the rate of pay in effect for level III of the Executive Schedule under section 5314 of title 5 ( Pub. L. 9863, title I,  904 July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 336 Pub. L. 10657, title II,  209(a) Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 424 Pub. L. 11694, div. P, title XIV,  1404(a)(1) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 3207  Editorial Notes Amendments 2019Par. (2). Pub. L. 11694 section 5314 of title 5 1999 Pub. L. 10657 (a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section and notwithstanding any other provision of law (1) the compensation of the Librarian of Congress shall be at an annual rate which is equal to the annual rate of basic pay payable for positions at level III of the Executive Schedule under section 5314 of title 5 (2) the compensation of the Deputy Librarian of Congress shall be at an annual rate which is equal to the annual rate of basic pay payable for positions at level IV of the Executive Schedule under section 5315 of title 5 (b) The limitations contained in section 306 of S. 2939, Ninety-seventh Congress, as made applicable by section 101(e) of Public Law 97276 section 128(a) of Public Law 97377 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1999 Amendment Pub. L. 10657, title II,  209(c) Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 424 The amendments made by this section [amending this section and section 166 of this title Sept. 29, 1999 Effective Date Pub. L. 9863, title I,  904(c) July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 337 July 30, 1983 section 904 of Pub. L. 9863 section 209(a) of Pub. L. 10657 Salary Increases 1987Salaries of Librarian and Deputy Librarian increased respectively to $89,500 and $82,500 per annum, on recommendation of the President of the United States, see note set out under section 358 of this title 1977Salaries of Librarian and Deputy Librarian increased respectively to $50,000 and $47,500 per annum, on recommendation of the President of the United States, see note set out under section 358 of this title 1969Salaries of Librarian and Deputy Librarian increased respectively to $38,000 and $36,000 per annum, on recommendation of the President of the United States, see note set out under section 358 of this title  136b. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, act July 17, 1947, ch. 262 61 Stat. 372 section 162a of this title  136c. Authorized additional expenses and services for which Library of Congress salary appropriations are available  From and after October 1, 1983 section 3109 of title 5 ( Pub. L. 9851, title II,  201 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 276  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in text, is Pub. L. 9851 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 263 Pub. L. 9851  137. Use and regulation of law library  The justices of the Supreme Court shall have free access to the law library; and they are authorized to make regulations, not inconsistent with law, for the use of the same during the sittings of the court. But such regulations shall not restrict any person authorized to take books from the Library from having access to the law library, or using the books therein in the same manner as he may be entitled to use the books of the general Library. (R.S.  95.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  95 derived from act July 14, 1832, ch. 221,  2 4 Stat. 579  137a, 137b. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section 137a, R.S.  94, related to persons specially privileged to use library. See last sentence of section 136 of this title Section 137b, act Aug. 28, 1890 26 Stat. 678 section 136 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Joint Committee Report With reference to former section 137a of this title March 3, 1897 Heretofore the Joint Committee on the Library has had authority to approve such rules and regulations as have been made by the Librarian of Congress, but the provision of law under which the Joint Committee has hitherto passed upon said rules and regulations would appear to be repealed by the more recent act ( section 136 of this title  137c. Withdrawal of books from Library of Congress  The chief judge and associate judges of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia and the chief judge and associate judges of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia are authorized to use and take books from the Library of Congress in the same manner and subject to the same regulations as justices of the Supreme Court of the United States. (Joint Res. No. 9, Jan. 27, 1894 28 Stat. 577 June 7, 1934, ch. 426 48 Stat. 926 June 25, 1936, ch. 804 49 Stat. 1921 June 25, 1948, ch. 646,  32(a) 62 Stat. 991 May 24, 1949, ch. 139,  127 63 Stat. 107  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Act June 25, 1948 Sept. 1, 1948 May 24, 1949 Act June 25, 1936 Act June 7, 1934  138. Law library; hours kept open  The law library shall be kept open every day so long as either House of Congress is in session. ( July 11, 1888, ch. 615,  1 25 Stat. 262  139. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, acts Feb. 19, 1897, ch. 265,  1 29 Stat. 546 Pub. L. 94273,  30 Apr. 21, 1976 90 Stat. 380 May 15, 2000 section 3003 of Pub. L. 10466 section 1113 of Title 31  140. Employees; fitness  All persons employed in and about said Library of Congress under the Librarian shall be appointed solely with reference to their fitness for their particular duties. ( Feb. 19, 1897, ch. 265,  1 29 Stat. 545 June 29, 1922, ch. 251,  1 42 Stat. 715  Editorial Notes Codification Act June 29, 1922 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1208(a) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 375  141. Allocation of responsibilities for Library buildings and grounds (a) Architect of the Capitol (1) In general The Architect of the Capitol shall have charge of all work at the Library of Congress buildings and grounds (as defined in section 167j of this title (A) the structural integrity of the buildings; (B) buildings systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and elevators; (C) the architectural features of the buildings; (D) compliance with building and fire codes, laws, and regulations with respect to the specific responsibilities set for 1 1 (E) the care and maintenance of Library grounds; and (F) purchase of all equipment necessary to fulfill the responsibilities set forth under this paragraph. (2) Employees The employees required for the performance of the duties under paragraph (1) shall be appointed by the Architect of the Capitol. (b) Librarian of Congress The Librarian of Congress shall have charge of all work (other than work under subsection (a)) at the Library of Congress buildings and grounds. (c) Transfer of funds The Architect of the Capitol and the Librarian of Congress may enter into agreements with each other to perform work under this section, and, subject to the approval of the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the Senate and the Joint Committee on the Library, may transfer between themselves appropriations or other available funds to pay the costs therefor. ( June 29, 1922, ch. 251,  1 42 Stat. 715 Pub. L. 91280 June 12, 1970 84 Stat. 309 Pub. L. 101520, title II,  205(b) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2272 Pub. L. 101562,  2(a) Nov. 15, 1990 104 Stat. 2780 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1208(a) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 375  Editorial Notes Amendments 2003 Pub. L. 1087 section 167j of this title June 29, 1922 1990 Pub. L. 101520 Pub. L. 101562 section 167j of this title 1970 Pub. L. 91280 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1208(b) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 376 The amendments made by this section [amending this section and section 142 of this title Effective Date of 1990 Amendments Amendment by Pub. L. 101520 Nov. 6, 1991 Pub. L. 101520,  205(a) Pub. L. 101562,  1 section 205(e) of Pub. L. 101520 section 2(d) of Pub. L. 101562 Acquisition of Real Property for Library of Congress Pub. L. 105144 Dec. 15, 1997 111 Stat. 2667 Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title II,  207] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 10883, title I,  1203(a) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1031  SECTION 1. ACQUISITION OF FACILITY IN CULPEPER, VIRGINIA. (a)  Acquisition The Architect of the Capitol may acquire on behalf of the United States Government by transfer of title, without reimbursement or transfer of funds, the following property: (1) Three parcels totaling approximately 45 acres, more or less, located in Culpeper County, Virginia, and identified as Culpeper County Tax Parcel Numbers 5180B, 5180C, and 5180D, further described as real estate (consisting of 40.949 acres) conveyed to David and Lucile Packard Foundation by deed from Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, dated May 15, 1998 May 19, 1998 February 13, 2002 February 13, 2002 (2) Improvements to such real property. (b)  Uses Effective on the date on which the Architect of the Capitol acquires the property under subsection (a), such property shall be available to the Librarian of Congress for use as a national audiovisual conservation center. (c)  Transfer Payment by Architect Notwithstanding the limitation on reimbursement or transfer of funds under subsection (a) of this section, the Architect of the Capitol may, not later than 90 days after acquisition of the property under this section, transfer funds to the entity from which the property was acquired by the Architect of the Capitol. Such transfers may not exceed a total of $16,500,000. SEC. 2. LIBRARY BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS.  [Amended section 167j of this title SEC. 3. ACCEPTANCE OF TRANSFERRED GIFTS OR TRUST FUNDS. Gifts or trust funds given to the Library or the Library of Congress Trust Fund Board for the structural and mechanical work and refurbishment of Library buildings and grounds specified in section 1 shall be transferred to the Architect of the Capitol to be spent in accordance with the provisions of the first section of the Act of June 29, 1922 2 U.S.C. 141 SEC. 4. FUND FOR TRANSFERRED FUNDS. There is established in the Treasury of the United States a fund consisting of those gifts or trust funds transferred to the Architect of the Capitol under section 3. Upon prior approval of the Committee on House Oversight [now Committee on House Administration] of the House of Representatives and Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, amounts in the fund shall be available to the Architect of the Capitol, subject to appropriation, to remain available until expended, for the structural and mechanical work and refurbishment of Library buildings and grounds. Such funds shall be available for expenditure in fiscal year 1998, subject to the prior approval of the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. SEC. 5. EFFECTIVE DATE. (a)  In General Except as provided in subsection (b), the provisions of this Act shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Dec. 15, 1997 (b)  Special Rule for Inclusion of Property Within Library Buildings and Grounds The amendment made by section 2 shall take effect upon the acquisition by the Architect of the Capitol of the property described in section 1. Transfer of Property by Secretary of Army To Provide Facilities To Accommodate Long-Term Storage and Service Needs Pub. L. 103110,  122 Oct. 21, 1993 107 Stat. 1043  (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of the Army shall transfer, no later than September 30, 1994 (b) The Architect of the Capitol shall, upon completion of the survey performed pursuant to subsection (c) and the transfer effected pursuant to subsection (a), utilize the transferred property to provide facilities to accommodate the varied long-term storage and service needs of the Library of Congress and other Legislative Branch agencies. (c) The exact acreage and legal description of the property to be transferred under this section shall be determined by a survey satisfactory to the Architect of the Capitol and the Secretary of the Army, and in consultation with officials of Anne Arundel County, Maryland. (d) Any real property and improvements thereon transferred pursuant to this section shall be under the jurisdiction of the Architect of the Capitol, subject to the rules and regulations providing for the use of such property as may be approved by the House Office Building Commission and the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration: Provided (e) Portions of the real property and any improvements thereon transferred pursuant to this section that are not determined to be immediately required for storage or service needs by the Architect are authorized to be leased temporarily to the Secretary of the Army: Provided (f) There are authorized to be appropriated to the Architect of the Capitol such sums as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this section. Special Facilities Center; Temporary Restriction on Evening Use Pub. L. 102451,  4 Oct. 23, 1992 106 Stat. 2253 No evening meetings may be held at the Library of Congress Special Facilities Center until an on-site parking plan for the property is approved by the Joint Committee on the Library. Special Facilities Center; Acquisition Pub. L. 101520, title II,  205 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2272 Pub. L. 102451 Oct. 23, 1992 106 Stat. 2253  (a) The Architect of the Capitol may acquire on behalf of the United States Government by purchase, condemnation, transfer, or otherwise (1) all publicly or privately owned real property in lot 51 in square 869 in the District of Columbia, as that lot appears on the records in the office of the Surveyor of the District of Columbia on August 1, 1990 (b) [Amended section 141 of this title (c) The property and improvements acquired under subsection (a) shall be repaired and altered, to the maximum extent feasible as determined by the Architect of the Capitol, in compliance with one of the nationally recognized model building codes and with other applicable nationally recognized codes (including electrical codes, fire and life safety codes, plumbing codes, as determined appropriate by the Architect), using the latest edition of the nationally recognized codes referred to in this paragraph. (d) [Amended section 167j of this title (e) Subsections (b) and (c) and the amendment made by subsection (d) shall take effect on the date [ Nov. 6, 1991 (f) There is authorized to be appropriated to the Architect of the Capitol $5,000,000 for carrying out the purposes of this section, to remain available until expended. (g) Effective on the date [ Nov. 6, 1991 (1) as a day care center for children of employees of the Library of Congress and children of other employees of the legislative branch of the Government; (2) for staff training and development for employees of the Library of Congress; (3) for external training; (4) for general assembly and education programs of the Library; (5) for temporary living quarters and common areas for visiting scholars using the collections of the Library or participating in the programs of the Library; and (6) for other purposes relating to the operations of the Library of Congress. Any use of such property shall be subject to approval by the Joint Committee on the Library, the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. (h) (1) The Librarian of Congress (A) may charge fees for use of the Center under paragraphs (3), (4), and (5) of subsection (g); and (B) shall deposit the fees in the fund under paragraph (2). (2) There is established in the Treasury a fund which shall consist of amounts deposited under paragraph (1) and such other amounts as may be appropriated to the fund. The fund shall be (A) available to the Librarian of Congress, in amounts specified in appropriations Acts, for the expenses of the Center; and (B) subject to audit by the Comptroller General at the discretion of the Comptroller General. Similar provisions were contained in Pub. L. 101562 Nov. 15, 1990 104 Stat. 2780 Pub. L. 102451,  5 Oct. 23, 1992 106 Stat. 2254 Nov. 15, 1990 Additional Building for Library of Congress Pub. L. 86469 May 14, 1960 74 Stat. 132 Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building Pub. L. 104208, div. A, title V,  5402 Sept. 30, 1996 110 Stat. 3009511 The Founders Hall instructional area in the House of Representatives Page School, located in the Thomas Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress, shall be known and designated as Bill Emerson Hall. Pub. L. 96269,  1 June 13, 1980 94 Stat. 486 That the building in the block bounded by East Capitol Street, Second Street Southeast, Independence Avenue Southeast, and First Street Southeast, in the District of Columbia (commonly known as the Library of Congress Building or the Library of Congress Main Building), shall hereafter be known and designated as the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building. Any reference in any law, map, regulation, document, record, or other paper of the United States to such building shall be held to be a reference to the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building. Pub. L. 94264 Apr. 13, 1976 90 Stat. 329 Pub. L. 96269,  3 June 13, 1980 94 Stat. 486 Library of Congress John Adams Building Pub. L. 96269,  2 June 13, 1980 94 Stat. 486 The building in the block bounded by East Capitol Street, Second Street Southeast, Third Street Southeast, and Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast, in the District of Columbia (commonly known as the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building or the Library of Congress Annex Building), shall hereafter be known and designated as the Library of Congress John Adams Building. Any reference in any law, map, regulation, document, record, or other paper of the United States to such building shall be held to be a reference to the Library of Congress John Adams Building. Library of Congress James Madison Memorial Building Pub. L. 91214,  2 Mar. 16, 1970 84 Stat. 69 Nothing contained in the Act of October 19, 1965 79 Stat. 986 Pub. L. 89260 Oct. 19, 1965 79 Stat. 987 Pub. L. 91214,  1 Mar. 16, 1970 84 Stat. 69 Pub. L. 94219 Feb. 27, 1976 90 Stat. 194 Pub. L. 95548 Oct. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 2064  That (a) the Architect of the Capitol under the direction jointly of the House Office Building Commission, the Senate Office Building Commission, and the Joint Committee on the Library, after consultation with a committee designated by the American Institute of Architects, is authorized and directed to construct (including, but not limited to, the preparation of all necessary designs, plans, and specifications) in square 732 in the District of Columbia a third Library of Congress fireproof building, which shall be known as the Library of Congress James Madison Memorial Building. The design of such building shall include a Madison Memorial Hall and shall be in keeping with the prevailing architecture of the Federal buildings on Capitol Hill. The Madison Memorial Hall shall be developed in consultation with the James Madison Memorial Commission. (b) In carrying out his authority under this joint resolution, the Architect of the Capitol, under the direction jointly of the House Office Building Commission, the Senate Office Building Commission, and the Joint Committee on the Library, is authorized (1) to provide for such equipment, such connections with the Capitol Power Plant and other utilities, such access facilities over or under public streets, such changes in the present Library of Congress buildings, such changes in or additions to the present tunnels, and such other appurtenant facilities, as may be necessary, and (2) to do such landscaping as may be necessary by reason of the construction authorized by this joint resolution. Sec. 2. The structural and mechanical care of the building authorized by this joint resolution and the care of the surrounding grounds shall be under the Architect of the Capitol. Sec. 3. There is hereby authorized to be appropriated not to exceed $130,675,000 to construct the building authorized by this joint resolution (including the preparation of all necessary designs, plans, and specifications). There is also authorized to be appropriated not exceeding $10,000 to pay the expenses of the James Madison Memorial Commission.  141a. Design, installation, and maintenance of security systems; transfer of responsibility  The responsibility for design, installation, and maintenance of security systems to protect the physical security of the buildings and grounds of the Library of Congress is transferred from the Architect of the Capitol to the Capitol Police Board. Such design, installation, and maintenance shall be carried out under the direction of the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, and without regard to section 6101 of title 41 ( Pub. L. 105277, div. B, title II Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2681570  Editorial Notes Codification In text,  section 6101 of title 41 41 U.S.C. 5 Pub. L. 111350,  6(c) Jan. 4, 2011 124 Stat. 3854 Section is from the Omnibus Consolidated and Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1999. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  141b. Collections, physical security, control, and preservation of order and decorum within the library (a) Establishment of regulations The Librarian of Congress shall establish standards and regulations for the physical security, control, and preservation of the Library of Congress collections and property, and for the maintenance of suitable order and decorum within Library of Congress. (b) Treatment of security systems (1) Responsibility for security systems In accordance with the authority of the Capitol Police and the Librarian of Congress established under this Act, the amendments made by this Act, and the provisions of law referred to in paragraph (3), the Chief of the Capitol Police and the Librarian of Congress shall be responsible for the operation of security systems at the Library of Congress buildings and grounds described under section 167j of this title (A) The Librarian of Congress shall be responsible for the design of security systems for the control and preservation of Library collections and property, subject to the review and approval of the Chief of the Capitol Police. (B) The Librarian of Congress shall be responsible for the operation of security systems at any building or facility of the Library of Congress which is located outside of the District of Columbia, subject to the review and approval of the Chief of the Capitol Police. (2) Initial proposal for operation of systems Not later than October 1, 2008 (3) Provisions of law The provisions of law referred to in this paragraph are as follows: (A)  Section 141 of this title (B)  Section 141a of this title (C)  Section 1964 of this title (D)  Section 1965 of this title ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(e) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2234 Pub. L. 110178,  5 Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2552 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in subsec. (b)(1), is Pub. L. 110178 Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2546 section 1901 of this title Codification Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(e) Pub. L. 110178,  5 section 5 of Pub. L. 110178 Pub. L. 110161,  1004 Pub. L. 111145 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Repeal of section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 110178 section 6(d) of Pub. L. 111145 section 1901 of this title  142. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, acts June 29, 1922, ch. 251,  1 42 Stat. 715 Nov. 5, 1990 Pub. L. 101520, title III,  307 104 Stat. 2277 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1208(a) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 375 section 142a of this title Pub. L. 1087 section 141 of this title  142a. Office of administrative assistant and disbursing officer in Library of Congress abolished; transfer of duties to appointee of Librarian  From and after June 10, 1928 section 142 of this title ( May 11, 1928, ch. 521 45 Stat. 497 Pub. L. 92310, title II,  220(h) June 6, 1972 86 Stat. 205  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 142 of this title Amendments 1972 Pub. L. 92310 Executive Documents  Transfer of Functions Disbursement functions of all Government agencies, except Departments of the Army, Navy, and Air Force and Panama Canal transferred to Division of Disbursements, Treasury Department, by Ex. Ord. No. 6166,  4, June 10, 1933 May 29, 1934 Division subsequently consolidated with other agencies into Fiscal Service in Treasury Department by Reorg. Plan No. III of 1940,  1(a)(1), eff. June 30, 1940 54 Stat. 1231 section 306 of Title 31  142b. Certifying officers of the Library of Congress; accountability; relief by Comptroller General  On and after June 13, 1957 Provided Provided further section 3726 of title 31 ( Pub. L. 8553,  1 June 13, 1957 71 Stat. 81 Pub. L. 92310, title II,  220(k) June 6, 1972 86 Stat. 205  Editorial Notes Codification  Section 3726 of title 31 September 18, 1940 31 U.S.C. 244 Pub. L. 97258,  4(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1067 Amendments 1972 Pub. L. 92310  142c. Enforcement of liability of certifying officers of Library of Congress  The liability of these certifying officers or employees shall be enforced in the same manner and to the same extent as now provided by law with respect to enforcement of the liability of disbursing and other accountable officers; and they shall have the right to apply for and obtain a decision by the Comptroller General on any question of law involved in a payment on any vouchers presented to them for certification. ( Pub. L. 8553,  2 June 13, 1957 71 Stat. 81  142d. Disbursing officer of the Library of Congress; disbursements in accordance with voucher; examination of vouchers; liability  The disbursing officer of the Library of Congress shall (1) disburse moneys of the Library of Congress only upon, and in strict accordance with, vouchers duly certified by the Librarian of Congress or by an officer or employee of the Library of Congress duly authorized in writing by the Librarian to certify such vouchers; (2) make such examination of vouchers as may be necessary to ascertain whether they are in proper form, and duly certified and approved; and (3) be held accountable accordingly: Provided section 142b of this title ( Pub. L. 8553,  3 June 13, 1957 71 Stat. 81  142e. Disbursing Officer of the Library of Congress; disbursements for Congressional Budget Office, accountability; financial management support to Congressional Budget Office under agreement of Librarian of Congress and Director of Congressional Budget Office; Congressional Budget Office certifying officers: voucher certifications, accountability, relief by Comptroller General  From and after January 1, 1976 section 5504 of title 5 section 5505 of title 5 All vouchers certified for payment by duly authorized certifying officers of the Library of Congress shall be supported with a certification by an officer or employee of the Congressional Budget Office duly authorized in writing by the Director of the Congressional Budget Office to certify payments from appropriations of the Congressional Budget Office. The Congressional Budget Office certifying officers shall (1) be held responsible for the existence and correctness of the facts recited in the certificate or otherwise stated on the voucher or its supporting paper and the legality of the proposed payment under the appropriation or fund involved, (2) be held responsible and accountable for the correctness of the computations of certifications made, and (3) be held accountable for and required to make good to the United States the amount of any illegal, improper, or incorrect payment resulting from any false, inaccurate, or misleading certificate made by him, as well as for any payment prohibited by law which did not represent a legal obligation under the appropriation or fund involved: Provided Provided further section 3726 of title 31 The Disbursing Officer of the Library of Congress shall not be held accountable or responsible for any illegal, improper, or incorrect payment resulting from any false, inaccurate, or misleading certificate, the responsibility for which is imposed upon a certifying officer or employee of the Congressional Budget Office. ( Pub. L. 96536,  101(c) Dec. 16, 1980 94 Stat. 3167  Editorial Notes Codification In the second par.,  section 3726 of title 31 section 244 of title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  4(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1067 Section is based on section 207 of title II of H.R. 7593, as passed the House of Representatives on July 21, 1980 section 101(c) of Pub. L. 96536 Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation acts: Pub. L. 9686,  101(c) [H.R. 4390, title II,  207] Oct. 12, 1979 93 Stat. 657 Pub. L. 95391, title II,  207 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 786 Pub. L. 9594, title II,  207 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 678 Pub. L. 94440, title VIII,  808 Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1458 Pub. L. 94157, title I Dec. 18, 1975 89 Stat. 835  142f. Office of Technology Assessment; disbursement of funds, computation and disbursement of basic pay, and provision of financial management support by Library of Congress  From and after October 1, 1981 section 5504 of title 5 All vouchers certified for payment by duly authorized certifying officers of the Library of Congress shall be supported with a certification by an officer or employee of the Office of Technology Assessment duly authorized in writing by the Director of the Office of Technology Assessment to certify payments from appropriations of the Office of Technology Assessment. The Office of Technology Assessment certifying officers shall (1) be held responsible for the existence and correctness of the facts recited in the certificate or otherwise stated on the voucher or its supporting paper and the legality of the proposed payment under the appropriation or fund involved, (2) be held responsible and accountable for the correctness of the computations of certifications made, and (3) be held accountable for and required to make good to the United States the amount of any illegal, improper, or incorrect payment resulting from any false, inaccurate, or misleading certificate made by him, as well as for any payment prohibited by law which did not represent a legal obligation under the appropriation or fund involved: Provided Provided further section 3726 of title 31 1 1 The Disbursing Officer of the Library of Congress shall not be held accountable or responsible for any illegal, improper, or incorrect payment resulting from any false, inaccurate, or misleading certificate, the responsibility for which is imposed upon a certifying officer or employee of the Office of Technology Assessment. ( Pub. L. 9751,  101(c) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 959  Editorial Notes Codification In the second par.,  section 3726 of title 31 section 244 of title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  4(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1067 Section is based on section 205 of title II of H.R. 4120, as reported July 9, 1981 section 101(c) of Pub. L. 9751  142g. Copyright Royalty Tribunal; computation and disbursement of pay of Tribunal personnel by Library of Congress  From and after October 1, 1983 section 5504 of title 5 ( Pub. L. 9851, title II,  204 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 277  Editorial Notes Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation acts: Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) [S. 2939, title II,  204] Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 Pub. L. 9751,  101(c) [H.R. 4120, title II,  204] Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 959 Pub. L. 96536,  101(c) [H.R. 7593, title II,  208] Dec. 16, 1980 94 Stat. 3167 Pub. L. 9686,  101(c) [H.R. 4390, title II,  208] Oct. 12, 1979 93 Stat. 657 Pub. L. 95391, title II,  208 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 786 Pub. L. 9594, title II,  208 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 678  142h. Biomedical Ethics Board; disbursement of funds, computation and disbursement of basic pay, and provision of financial management services and support by Library of Congress Effective October 1, 1988 (1) disburse funds appropriated for the Biomedical Ethics Board; (2) compute and disburse the basic pay for all personnel of the Biomedical Ethics Board; and (3) provide financial management services and support to the Biomedical Ethics Board, in the same manner as provided with respect to the Office of Technology Assessment under section 142f of this title ( Pub. L. 101163, title I Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1054  Editorial Notes Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation act: Pub. L. 100458, title I Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2168  142i. United States Capitol Preservation Commission; provision of financial management services and support by Library of Congress  Effective June 15, 1989 ( Pub. L. 10145, title I June 30, 1989 103 Stat. 107  142j. John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development; disbursement of funds, computation and disbursement of basic pay, and provision of financial management services and support by Library of Congress; payment for services From and after October 1, 1988 (1) disburse funds appropriated for the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development; (2) compute and disburse the basic pay for all personnel of the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development; (3) provide financial management services and support to the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development, in the same manner as provided with respect to the Office of Technology Assessment under section 142f of this title (4) collect from the funds appropriated for the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development the full costs of providing the services specified in (1), (2), and (3) above, as provided under an agreement for services ordered under 31 U.S.C. 1535 ( Pub. L. 101163, title II,  205 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1060  142k. Library of Congress disbursing office; payroll processing functions  From and after October 1, 1989 ( Pub. L. 101163, title II,  206 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1060  142l. Disbursing Officer of Library of Congress; disbursements for Office of Congressional Workplace Rights; voucher certifications, accountability and relief by Comptroller General  From and after October 1, 1996 1 1 1 1 1 section 5504 of title 5 All vouchers certified for payment by duly authorized certifying officers of the Library of Congress shall be supported with a certification by an officer or employee of the Office of Compliance 1 1 1 1 Provided Provided further section 3726 of title 31 The Disbursing Officer of the Library of Congress shall not be held accountable or responsible for any illegal, improper, or incorrect payment resulting from any false, inaccurate, or misleading certificate, the responsibility for which is imposed upon a certifying officer or employee of the Office of Compliance. 1 ( Pub. L. 104197, title II,  208 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2409  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Office of Compliance changed, as of Dec. 21, 2018 section 308(d) of Pub. L. 115397 section 1381 of this title  143. Appropriations for Library Building and Grounds  All appropriations made to the Architect of the Capitol on account of the Library Building and Grounds shall be disbursed for that purpose in the same manner as other appropriations under his control. ( June 29, 1922, ch. 251,  3 42 Stat. 715  Executive Documents  Transfer of Functions Disbursement functions of all Government agencies except Departments of the Army, Navy, and Air Force and Panama Canal transferred to Division of Disbursements, Treasury Department, by Ex. Ord. No. 6166,  4, June 10, 1933 May 29, 1934 Division subsequently consolidated with other agencies into Fiscal Service in Treasury Department by Reorg. Plan No. III of 1940,  1(a)(1), eff. June 30, 1940 54 Stat. 1231 section 306 of Title 31  143a. Disbursement of funds  From and after October 1, 1978 22 U.S.C. 889(a) 22 U.S.C. 1136(9) section 2396(b) of title 22 ( Pub. L. 96536,  101(c) Dec. 16, 1980 94 Stat. 3167  Editorial Notes  References in Text Sections 444, 911(9), 911(11), and 941 of the Foreign Service Act of 1946, referred to in text, were repealed by section 2205(1) of the Foreign Service Act of 1980, Pub. L. 96465, title II Oct. 17, 1980 94 Stat. 2159 22 U.S.C. 4172(c) 22 U.S.C. 3968 Codification Section is based on section 203 of title II of H.R. 7593, as passed the House of Representatives on July 21, 1980 section 101(c) of Pub. L. 96536 Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation acts: Pub. L. 9686,  101(c) [H.R. 4390, title II,  203] Oct. 12, 1979 93 Stat. 657 Pub. L. 95391, title II,  203 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 785 Pub. L. 9594, title II,  203 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 677 Pub. L. 94440, title VIII,  803 Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1457 Pub. L. 9459, title VII,  703 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 295 Pub. L. 93371 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 441 Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 545 Pub. L. 92342 July 10, 1972 86 Stat. 446 Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 141 Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 823 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 357 Pub. L. 90417 July 28, 1968 82 Stat. 411 Pub. L. 9057 July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 140 Pub. L. 89545 Aug. 27, 1966 80 Stat. 368  143b. Payments in advance for subscriptions or other charges  From and after October 1, 1980 ( Pub. L. 96536,  101(c) Dec. 16, 1980 94 Stat. 3167  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 204 of title II of H.R. 7593, as passed the House of Representatives on July 21, 1980 section 101(c) of Pub. L. 96536 Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation acts: Pub. L. 9686,  101(c) [H.R. 4390, title II,  204] Oct. 12, 1979 93 Stat. 657 Pub. L. 95391, title II,  204 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 786 Pub. L. 9594, title II,  204 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 677 Pub. L. 94440, title VIII,  804 Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1457 Pub. L. 9459, title VII,  704 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 295 Pub. L. 93371 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 441 Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 545 Pub. L. 92342 July 10, 1972 86 Stat. 447 Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 142 Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 823 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 357 Pub. L. 90417 July 23, 1968 82 Stat. 411 Pub. L. 9057 July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 140  143c. Use of other library funds to make payments  In addition to amounts transferred pursuant to section 182b(e)(2) of this title section 182b(a)(4) of this title ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(f)(2) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2236 Pub. L. 110178,  6(b) Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2554 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54  Editorial Notes Codification Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(f)(2) Pub. L. 110178,  6(b) section 6(b) of Pub. L. 110178 Pub. L. 110161,  1004 Pub. L. 111145 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Repeal of section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 110178 section 6(d) of Pub. L. 111145 section 1901 of this title  143d. Funds available for workers compensation payments (a) In general Available balances of expired Library of Congress appropriations shall be available to the Library of Congress to make the deposit to the credit of the Employees Compensation Fund required by sub section 8147(b) of title 5 (b) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to appropriations for fiscal year 2012 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  1303 Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1131  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2012, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012.  144. Copies of Statutes at Large  Ten of the copies of the Statutes at Large, published by Little, Brown & Co., which were deposited in the Library prior to February 5, 1859 (R.S.  96.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  96 derived from act Feb. 5, 1859, ch. 22,  11 11 Stat. 381  145. Copies of journals and documents  Two copies of the journals and documents, and of each book printed by either House of Congress, well bound in calf, shall be deposited in the Library, and must not be taken therefrom. (R.S.  97.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  97 derived from Res. Jan. 2, 1857 11 Stat. 253  145a. Periodical binding of printed hearings of committee testimony  The Librarian of the Library of Congress is authorized and directed to have bound at the end of each session of Congress the printed hearings of testimony taken by each committee of the Congress at the preceding session. ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 834  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Aug. 2, 1946 act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I 60 Stat. 834  146. Deposit of Journals of Senate and House  Twenty-five copies of the public Journals of the Senate, and of the House of Representatives, shall be deposited in the Library of the United States, at the seat of government, to be delivered to Members of Congress during any session, and to all other persons authorized by law to use the books in the Library, upon their application to the Librarian, and giving their responsible receipts for the same, in like manner as for other books. (R.S.  98.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  98 derived from Res. Dec. 27, 1813 3 Stat. 140 July 20, 1840 5 Stat. 409  147. Repealed. Oct. 25, 1951, ch. 562,  1(l) 65 Stat. 638   Section, act June 6, 1900, ch. 791,  1 31 Stat. 642  148. Repealed. Oct. 31, 1951, ch. 654,  1(l) 65 Stat. 701   Section, act Feb. 25, 1903, ch. 755,  1 32 Stat. 865  149. Transfer of books to other libraries  The Librarian of Congress may from time to time transfer to other governmental libraries within the District of Columbia, including the Public Library, books and material in the possession of the Library of Congress in his judgment no longer necessary to its uses, but in the judgment of the custodians of such other collections likely to be useful to them, and may dispose of or destroy such material as has become useless: Provided ( Mar. 4, 1909, ch. 297,  1 35 Stat. 858 Oct. 25, 1951, ch. 562,  4(1) 65 Stat. 640  Editorial Notes Amendments 1951Act Oct. 25, 1951  149a. Permitting use of proceeds from disposition of surplus or obsolete personal property (a) Disposition of property Within the limits of available appropriations, the Librarian of Congress may dispose of surplus or obsolete personal property of the Library of Congress by interagency transfer, donation, sale, trade-in, or other appropriate method. (b) Use of proceeds Any amounts received by the Librarian of Congress from the disposition of property under subsection (a) shall be credited to the funds available for the operations of the Library of Congress, and shall be available to acquire the same or similar property during the fiscal year in which the amounts are received and the following fiscal year. (c) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2012 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  1304 Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1132  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2012, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012.  150. Sale of copies of card indexes and other publications  The Librarian of Congress is authorized to furnish to such institutions or individuals as may desire to buy them, such copies of the card indexes and other publications of the Library as may not be required for its ordinary transactions, and charge for the same a price which will cover their cost and ten per centum added, and all moneys received by him shall be deposited in the Treasury and shall be credited to the appropriation for necessary expenses for the preparation and distribution of catalog cards and other publications of the Library. ( June 28, 1902, ch. 1301,  1 32 Stat. 480 Pub. L. 9594, title IV,  405(a) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 682  Editorial Notes Amendments 1977 Pub. L. 9594 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1977 Amendment Pub. L. 9594, title IV,  405(b) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 682 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect on October 1, 1977  151. Smithsonian Library  The library collected by the Smithsonian Institution under the provisions of the Act of August 10, 1846 (R.S.  99.)  Editorial Notes  References in Text Act of August 10, 1846 act Aug. 10, 1846, ch. 178 9 Stat. 102 Codification R.S.  99 derived from act Apr. 5, 1866, ch. 25,  1 14 Stat. 13  152. Care and use of Smithsonian Library  The Smithsonian Institution shall have the use of the library referred to in section 151 of this title (R.S.  100.)  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  100 derived from act Apr. 5, 1866, ch. 25,  2 14 Stat. 13  153. Control of library of House of Representatives  The library of the House of Representatives shall be under the control and direction of the Librarian of Congress, who shall provide all needful books of reference therefor. The librarian, two assistant librarians, and assistant in the library, shall be appointed by the Clerk of the House, with the approval of the Speaker of the House of Representatives. No removals shall be made from the said positions except for cause reported to and approved by the Committee on Rules. ( Mar. 3, 1901, ch. 830,  1 31 Stat. 964  154. Library of Congress Trust Fund Board; members; quorum; seal; rules and regulations  A board is created and established, to be known as the Library of Congress Trust Fund Board (hereinafter referred to as the board), which shall consist of the Secretary of the Treasury (or an Assistant Secretary designated in writing by the Secretary of the Treasury), the chairman and the vice chair of the Joint Committee on the Library, the Librarian of Congress, two persons appointed by the President for a term of five years each (the first appointments being for three and five years, respectively), four persons appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives (in consultation with the minority leader of the House of Representatives) for a term of five years each (the first appointments being for two, three, four, and five years, respectively), and four persons appointed by the majority leader of the Senate (in consultation with the minority leader of the Senate) for a term of five years each (the first appointments being for two, three, four, and five years, respectively). Upon request of the chair of the Board, any member whose term has expired may continue to serve on the Trust Fund Board until the earlier of the date on which such members successor is appointed or the expiration of the 1-year period which begins on the date such members term expires. Seven members of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business, and the board shall have an official seal, which shall be judicially noticed. The board may adopt rules and regulations in regard to its procedure and the conduct of its business. ( Mar. 3, 1925, ch. 423,  1 43 Stat. 1107 Pub. L. 95277 May 12, 1978 92 Stat. 236 Pub. L. 102246 Feb. 18, 1992 106 Stat. 31 Pub. L. 106481, title II,  201 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2190  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of first par. of section 1 of act Mar. 3, 1925 section 155 of this title Amendments 2000 Pub. L. 106481 1992 Pub. L. 102246 1978 Pub. L. 95277 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2000 Amendment Pub. L. 106481, title II,  202 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2191 The amendments made by this title [amending this section] shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Nov. 9, 2000 Short Title Act Mar. 3, 1925  155. Compensation and expenses of Library of Congress Trust Fund Board  No compensation shall be paid to the members of the board for their services as such members, but they shall be reimbursed for the expenses necessarily incurred by them, out of the income from the fund or funds in connection with which such expenses are incurred. The voucher of the chairman of the board shall be sufficient evidence that the expenses are properly allowable. Any expenses of the board, including the cost of its seal, not properly chargeable to the income of any trust fund held by it, shall be estimated for in the annual estimates of the librarian for the maintenance of the Library of Congress. ( Mar. 3, 1925, ch. 423,  1 43 Stat. 1107  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of second par. of section 1 of act Mar. 3, 1925 section 154 of this title  156. Gifts, etc., to Library of Congress Trust Fund Board  The Board is authorized to accept, receive, hold, and administer such gifts, bequests, or devises of property for the benefit of, or in connection with, the Library, its collections, or its service, as may be approved by the Board and by the Joint Committee on the Library. ( Mar. 3, 1925, ch. 423,  2 43 Stat. 1107 Apr. 13, 1936, ch. 213 49 Stat. 1205  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of first par. of section 2 of act Mar. 3, 1925  157. Funds of Library of Congress Trust Fund Board; management of  The moneys or securities composing the trust funds given or bequeathed to the board shall be receipted for by the Secretary of the Treasury, who shall invest, reinvest, or retain investments as the board may from time to time determine. The income as and when collected shall be deposited with the Treasurer of the United States, who shall enter it in a special account to the credit of the Library of Congress and subject to disbursement by the librarian for the purposes in each case specified; and the Treasurer of the United States is authorized to honor the requisitions of the librarian made in such manner and in accordance with such regulations as the Treasurer may from time to time prescribe: Provided, however ( Mar. 3, 1925, ch. 423,  2 43 Stat. 1107 Apr. 13, 1936, ch. 213 49 Stat. 1205  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of second par. of section 2 of act Mar. 3, 1925  158. Deposits by Library of Congress Trust Fund Board with Treasurer of United States  In the absence of any specification to the contrary, the board may deposit the principal sum, in cash, with the Treasurer of the United States as a permanent loan to the United States Treasury, and the Treasurer shall thereafter credit such deposit with interest at a rate which is the higher of the rate of 4 per centum per annum or a rate which is 0.25 percentage points less than a rate determined by the Secretary of the Treasury, taking into consideration the current average market yield on outstanding long-term marketable obligations of the United States, adjusted to the nearest one-eighth of 1 per centum, payable semi-annually, such interest, as income, being subject to disbursement by the Librarian of Congress for the purposes specified: Provided, however ( Mar. 3, 1925, ch. 423,  2 43 Stat. 1107 Apr. 13, 1936, ch. 213 49 Stat. 1205 June 23, 1936, ch. 734 49 Stat. 1894 Pub. L. 87522 July 3, 1962 76 Stat. 135 Pub. L. 94289 May 22, 1976 90 Stat. 521  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of third par. of section 2 of act Mar. 3, 1925 Amendments 1976 Pub. L. 94289 1962 Pub. L. 87522 1936Act June 23, 1936  158a. Temporary possession of gifts of money or securities to Library of Congress; investment In the case of a gift of money or securities offered to the Library of Congress, if, because of conditions attached by the donor or similar considerations, expedited action is necessary, the Librarian of Congress may take temporary possession of the gift, subject to approval under section 156 of this title section 157 of this title (1) a gift of securities may not be invested or reinvested; and (2) any investment or reinvestment of a gift of money shall be made in an interest bearing obligation of the United States or an obligation guaranteed as to principal and interest by the United States. If the gift is not so approved within the 12-month period after the Librarian so takes possession, the principal of the gift shall be returned to the donor and any income earned during that period shall be available for use with respect to the Library of Congress as provided by law. ( Mar. 3, 1925, ch. 423,  2 Pub. L. 102246,  3 Feb. 18, 1992 106 Stat. 31  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of fourth par. of section 2 of act Mar. 3, 1925 Pub. L. 102246  159. Perpetual succession and suits by or against Library of Congress Trust Fund Board  The board shall have perpetual succession, with all the usual powers and obligations of a trustee, including the power to sell, except as herein limited, in respect of all property, moneys, or securities which shall be conveyed, transferred, assigned, bequeathed, delivered, or paid over to it for the purposes above specified. The board may be sued in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, which is given jurisdiction of such suits, for the purpose of enforcing the provisions of any trust accepted by it. ( Mar. 3, 1925, ch. 423,  3 43 Stat. 1108 Jan. 27, 1926, ch. 6,  1 44 Stat. 2 June 25, 1936, ch. 804 49 Stat. 1921 June 25, 1948, ch. 646,  32(a) 62 Stat. 991 May 24, 1949, ch. 139,  127 63 Stat. 107  Editorial Notes Amendments 1926Act Jan. 27, 1926 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Act June 25, 1948 Sept. 1, 1948 May 24, 1949 Act June 25, 1936  160. Disbursement of gifts, etc., to Library  Nothing in sections 154 to 162 and 163 1 1 Upon agreement by the Librarian of Congress and the Board, a gift or bequest accepted by the Librarian under the first paragraph of this section may be invested or reinvested in the same manner as provided for trust funds under section 157 of this title ( Mar. 3, 1925, ch. 423,  4 43 Stat. 1108 Pub. L. 10555, title II,  208 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1194 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  152 Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 784 Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  141(a) Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 518  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 163 of this title Amendments 2022 Pub. L. 117103 2018 Pub. L. 115141 1997 Pub. L. 10555 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2022 Amendment Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  141(b) Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 519 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2022 and each succeeding fiscal year.  161. Tax exemption of gifts, etc., to Library of Congress  Gifts or bequests or devises to or for the benefit of the Library of Congress, including those to the board, and the income therefrom, shall be exempt from all Federal taxes, including all taxes levied by the District of Columbia. ( Mar. 3, 1925, ch. 423,  5 43 Stat. 1108 Oct. 2, 1942, ch. 576 56 Stat. 765  Editorial Notes Amendments 1942Act Oct. 2, 1942  162. Compensation of Library of Congress employees  Employees of the Library of Congress who perform special functions for the performance of which funds have been entrusted to the board or the librarian, or in connection with cooperative undertakings in which the Library of Congress is engaged, shall not be subject to section 209 of title 18 section 5533 of title 5 ( Mar. 3, 1925, ch. 423,  6 43 Stat. 1108 Jan. 27, 1926, ch. 6,  2 44 Stat. 2 Pub. L. 88448, title IV,  401(j) Aug. 19, 1964 78 Stat. 491  Editorial Notes Codification  Section 209 of title 18 March 3, 1917 39 Stat. 1106 5 U.S.C. 66 act June 25, 1948, ch. 645 62 Stat. 683 section 1914 of Title 18 section 66 of Title 5 section 2 of Pub. L. 87849 Oct. 23, 1962 76 Stat. 1126 section 1914 of Title 18 section 203 of Title 18  Section 5533 of title 5 5 U.S.C. 3105 Pub. L. 89554 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 631 Section was formerly classified to sections 60 and 65 of Title 5 prior to the general revision and enactment of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees, by Pub. L. 89554 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 378 Amendments 1964 Pub. L. 88448 5 U.S.C. 3105 June 30, 1917 5 U.S.C. 58 1926Act Jan. 27, 1926 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1964 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 88448 Aug. 19, 1964 section 403 of Pub. L. 88448 Aug. 19, 1964 78 Stat. 496  162a. Gross salary of Library of Congress employees  Hereafter the gross salary of any position in the Library which is augmented by payment of an honorarium from other than appropriated funds under terms of section 162 of this title ( June 22, 1949, ch. 235,  101 63 Stat. 226 Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 782 63 Stat. 972  Editorial Notes Codification Chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5 substituted in text for the Classification Act of 1949 on authority of section 7(b) of Pub. L. 89554 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 631 Amendments 1949Act Oct. 28, 1949 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Repeals Act Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 782 Pub. L. 89554 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 632  162b. Little Scholars Child Development Center; employee compensation and personnel matters (a) Election of coverage; creditable service; qualification for survivor annuities and disability benefits; contributions to thrift savings plan; certification concerning creditable service (1) This subsection shall apply to any individual who (A) is employed by the Library of Congress Child Development Center (known as the Little Scholars Child Development Center, in this section referred to as the Center) established under section 205(g)(1) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1991; and (B) makes an election to be covered by this subsection with the Librarian of Congress, not later than the later of (i) 60 days after December 21, 2000 (ii) 60 days after the date the individual begins such employment. (2) (A) Any individual described under paragraph (1) may be credited, under section 8411 of title 5 December 21, 2000 (B) An individual described under paragraph (1) shall be credited under section 8411 of title 5 December 21, 2000 section 8422 of title 5 (3) Notwithstanding any other provision of this subsection, any service performed by an individual described under paragraph (1) as an employee of the Center is deemed to be civilian service creditable under section 8411 of title 5 section 8422 of title 5 (4) An individual described under paragraph (1) shall be deemed an employee for purposes of chapter 84 of title 5, including subchapter III of such title, 1 1 (5) The Office of Personnel Management shall accept the certification of the Librarian of Congress concerning creditable service for purposes of this subsection. (b) Health insurance coverage Any individual who is employed by the Center on or after the date of enactment of this Act [ December 21, 2000 section 8901(1) of title 5 (c) Life insurance coverage An individual who is employed by the Center shall be deemed an employee under section 8701(a) of title 5 (d) Government contributions by Librarian from available appropriations Government contributions for individuals receiving benefits under this section, as computed under sections 8423, 8432, 8708, and 8906 2 2 (e) Payroll and personnel functions of Library of Congress The Library of Congress, directly or by agreement with its designated representative, shall (1) process payroll for Center employees, including making deductions and withholdings from the pay of employees in the amounts determined under sections 8422, 8432, 8707, and 8905 of title 5; (2) maintain appropriate personnel and payroll records for Center employees, and transmit appropriate information and records to the Office of Personnel Management; and (3) transmit funds for Government and employee contributions under this section to the Office of Personnel Management. (f) Responsibilities of Center The Center shall (1) except as provided in subsection (g), pay to the Library of Congress funds sufficient to cover the gross salary and the employers share of taxes under section 3111 of title 26 (2) as required by the Library of Congress, reimburse the Library of Congress for reasonable administrative costs incurred under subsection (e)(1); (3) comply with regulations and procedures prescribed by the Librarian of Congress for administration of this section; (4) maintain appropriate records on all Center employees, as required by the Librarian of Congress; and (5) consult with the Librarian of Congress on the administration and implementation of this section. (g) Reimbursement for certain compensation Notwithstanding paragraph (1) of subsection (f), in the case of expenses described in such paragraph which are attributable to the compensation of the Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director of the Center, the Librarian of Congress may reimburse the Center for such expenses from amounts appropriated or otherwise made available for salaries and expenses of the Library of Congress. (h) Regulations The Librarian of Congress may prescribe regulations to carry out this section. ( Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title II,  210] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  141(a) Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4932  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 205(g)(1) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1991, referred to in subsec. (a)(1)(A), is section 205(g)(1) of Pub. L. 101520 section 141 of this title Amendments 2022Subsec. (f)(1). Pub. L. 117328,  141(a)(1) Subsecs. (g), (h). Pub. L. 117328,  141(a)(2) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2022 Amendment Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  141(b) Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4932 The amendment made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2023 and each succeeding fiscal year. Funding for Little Scholars Child Development Center and Tiny Findings Child Development Center Pub. L. 116159, div. A,  159 Oct. 1, 2020 134 Stat. 721  Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act [div. A of Pub. L. 116159 (1) the authority of the Library of Congress to reimburse the Little Scholars Child Development Center at the Library of Congress under section 19004 of the CARES Act ( 2 U.S.C. 162b 134 Stat. 578 42 U.S.C. 247d (2) the authority of the Government Accountability Office to reimburse the Tiny Findings Child Development Center under section 19009 of the CARES Act ( 134 Stat. 579 42 U.S.C. 247d (3) [Amended section 19005(a) of Pub. L. 116136 Source of Funds Used for Payment of Salaries and Expenses of Little Scholars Child Development Center Pub. L. 116136, div. B, title IX,  19004 Mar. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 578 Pub. L. 116260, div. O, title XI,  1101(b)(1) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 2156  (a)  Reimbursements During the period beginning on the date of enactment of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 [ Dec. 27, 2020 42 U.S.C. 247d (b)  Amount The amount of the reimbursement under this section for each month of the period described in subsection (a) shall be equal to the difference between (1) the lesser of (A) the amount of the operating costs (including payroll, general, and administrative expenses) of the Center for such month; or (B) $118,500; and (2) the amount of tuition payments collected by the Center for such month. [For definition of coronavirus as used in section 19004 of Pub. L. 116136 section 23005 of Pub. L. 116136  Definition Pub. L. 116136, div. B, title XIII,  23005 Mar. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 614 In this Act [div. B of Pub. L. 116136  163. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, act Mar. 3, 1925, ch. 423,  7 43 Stat. 1108 May 15, 2000 section 3003 of Pub. L. 10466 section 1113 of Title 31  164. Index and digest of State legislation; preparation  The Librarian of Congress is authorized and directed to prepare biennially an index to the legislation of the States of the United States enacted during the biennium, together with a supplemental digest of the more important legislation of the period. ( Feb. 10, 1927, ch. 99,  1 44 Stat. 1066 Feb. 28, 1929, ch. 367,  1 45 Stat. 1398  Editorial Notes Amendments 1929Act Feb. 28, 1929  164a. Official distribution of State legislation index and digest  The Librarian of Congress is directed to have the indexes and digests authorized by section 164 of this title ( Feb. 28, 1929, ch. 367,  1 45 Stat. 1398  165. Authorization for appropriation for biennial index  There is authorized to be appropriated annually for carrying out the provisions of section 164 of this title ( Feb. 10, 1927, ch. 99,  2 44 Stat. 1066  166. Congressional Research Service (a) Redesignation of Legislative Reference Service The Legislative Reference Service in the Library of Congress is hereby continued as a separate department in the Library of Congress and is redesignated the Congressional Research Service. (b) Functions and objectives It is the policy of Congress that (1) the Librarian of Congress shall, in every possible way, encourage, assist, and promote the Congressional Research Service in (A) rendering to Congress the most effective and efficient service, (B) responding most expeditiously, effectively, and efficiently to the special needs of Congress, and (C) discharging its responsibilities to Congress; and (2) the Librarian of Congress shall grant and accord to the Congressional Research Service complete research independence and the maximum practicable administrative independence consistent with these objectives. (c) Appointment and compensation of Director, Deputy Director, and other necessary personnel; minimum grade for Senior Specialists; classification above GS15 of Specialists and Senior Specialists; appointment without regard to civil service laws and political affiliation and on basis of fitness to perform duties (1) After consultation with the Joint Committee on the Library, the Librarian of Congress shall appoint the Director of the Congressional Research Service. The Director shall be compensated at the greater of the rate of pay in effect for level III of the Executive Schedule under section 5314 of title 5 (2) The Librarian of Congress, upon the recommendation of the Director, shall appoint a Deputy Director of the Congressional Research Service and all other necessary personnel thereof. The basic pay of the Deputy Director shall be fixed in accordance with chapter 51 (relating to classification) and section 5376 of title 5 (A) the grade of Senior Specialist in each field within the purview of subsection (e) of this section shall not be less than the highest grade in the executive branch of the Government to which research analysts and consultants, without supervisory responsibility, are currently assigned; and (B) the positions of Specialist and Senior Specialist in the Congressional Research Service may be classified above GS15 in accordance with section 5108(c) of title 5 (3) Each appointment made under paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection and subsection (e) of this section shall be without regard to the civil service laws, without regard to political affiliation, and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the position. (d) Duties of Service; assistance to Congressional committees; list of terminating programs and subjects for analysis; legislative data, studies, etc.; information research; digest of bills, preparation; legislation, purpose and effect, and preparation of memoranda; information and research capability, development It shall be the duty of the Congressional Research Service, without partisan bias (1) upon request, to advise and assist any committee of the Senate or House of Representatives and any joint committee of Congress in the analysis, appraisal, and evaluation of legislative proposals within that committees jurisdiction, or of recommendations submitted to Congress, by the President or any executive agency, so as to assist the committee in (A) determining the advisability of enacting such proposals; (B) estimating the probable results of such proposals and alternatives thereto; and (C) evaluating alternative methods for accomplishing those results; and, by providing such other research and analytical services as the committee considers appropriate for these purposes, otherwise to assist in furnishing a basis for the proper evaluation and determination of legislative proposals and recommendations generally; and in the performance of this duty the Service shall have authority, when so authorized by a committee and acting as the agent of that committee, to request of any department or agency of the United States the production of such books, records, correspondence, memoranda, papers, and documents as the Service considers necessary, and such department or agency of the United States shall comply with such request; and further, in the performance of this and any other relevant duty, the Service shall maintain continuous liaison with all committees; (2) to make available to each committee of the Senate and House of Representatives and each joint committee of the two Houses, at the opening of a new Congress, a list of programs and activities being carried out under existing law scheduled to terminate during the current Congress, which are within the jurisdiction of the committee; (3) to make available to each committee of the Senate and House of Representatives and each joint committee of the two Houses, at the opening of a new Congress, a list of subjects and policy areas which the committee might profitably analyze in depth; (4) upon request, or upon its own initiative in anticipation of requests, to collect, classify, and analyze in the form of studies, reports, compilations, digests, bulletins, indexes, translations, and otherwise, data having a bearing on legislation, and to make such data available and serviceable to committees and Members of the Senate and House of Representatives and joint committees of Congress; (5) upon request, or upon its own initiative in anticipation of requests, to prepare and provide information, research, and reference materials and services to committees and Members of the Senate and House of Representatives and joint committees of Congress to assist them in their legislative and representative functions; (6) to prepare summaries and digests of bills and resolutions of a public general nature introduced in the Senate or House of Representatives; (7) upon request made by any committee or Member of the Congress, to prepare and transmit to such committee or Member a concise memorandum with respect to one or more legislative measures upon which hearings by any committee of the Congress have been announced, which memorandum shall contain a statement of the purpose and effect of each such measure, a description of other relevant measures of similar purpose or effect previously introduced in the Congress, and a recitation of all action taken theretofore by or within the Congress with respect to each such other measure; (8) to develop and maintain an information and research capability, to include Senior Specialists, Specialists, other employees, and consultants, as necessary, to perform the functions provided for in this subsection; and (9) to comply with the requirements of, and provide information and technological assistance consistent with, section 124 1 1 (e) Specialists and Senior Specialists; appointment; fields of appointment The Librarian of Congress is authorized to appoint in the Congressional Research Service, upon the recommendation of the Director, Specialists and Senior Specialists in the following broad fields: (1) agriculture; (2) American government and public administration; (3) American public law; (4) conservation; (5) education; (6) engineering and public works; (7) housing; (8) industrial organization and corporation finance; (9) international affairs; (10) international trade and economic geography; (11) labor and employment; (12) mineral economics; (13) money and banking; (14) national defense; (15) price economics; (16) science; (17) social welfare; (18) taxation and fiscal policy; (19) technology; (20) transportation and communications; (21) urban affairs; (22) veterans affairs; and (23) such other broad fields as the Director may consider appropriate. Such Specialists and Senior Specialists, together with such other employees of the Congressional Research Service as may be necessary, shall be available for special work with the committees and Members of the Senate and House of Representatives and the joint committees of Congress for any of the purposes of subsection (d) of this section. (f) Duties of Director; establishment and change of research and reference divisions or other organizational units, or both The Director is authorized (1) to classify, organize, arrange, group, and divide, from time to time, as he considers advisable, the requests for advice, assistance, and other services submitted to the Congressional Research Service by committees and Members of the Senate and House of Representatives and joint committees of Congress, into such classes and categories as he considers necessary to (A) expedite and facilitate the handling of the individual requests submitted by Members of the Senate and House of Representatives, (B) promote efficiency in the performance of services for committees of the Senate and House of Representatives and joint committees of Congress, and (C) provide a basis for the efficient performance by the Congressional Research Service of its legislative research and related functions generally, and (2) to establish and change, from time to time, as he considers advisable, within the Congressional Research Service, such research and reference divisions or other organizational units, or both, as he considers necessary to accomplish the purposes of this section. (g) Budget estimates The Director of the Congressional Research Service will submit to the Librarian of Congress for review, consideration, evaluation, and approval, the budget estimates of the Congressional Research Service for inclusion in the Budget of the United States Government. (h) Experts or consultants, individual or organizational, and persons and organizations with specialized knowledge; procurement of temporary or intermittent assistance; contracts, nonpersonal and personal service; advertisement requirements inapplicable; end product; pay; travel time (1) The Director of the Congressional Research Service may procure the temporary or intermittent assistance of individual experts or consultants (including stenographic reporters) and of persons learned in particular or specialized fields of knowledge (A) by nonpersonal service contract, without regard to any provision of law requiring advertising for contract bids, with the individual expert, consultant, or other person concerned, as an independent contractor, for the furnishing by him to the Congressional Research Service of a written study, treatise, theme, discourse, dissertation, thesis, summary, advisory opinion, or other end product; or (B) by employment (for a period of not more than one year) in the Congressional Research Service of the individual expert, consultant, or other person concerned, by personal service contract or otherwise, without regard to the position classification laws, at a rate of pay not in excess of the per diem equivalent of the highest rate of basic pay then currently in effect for the General Schedule of section 5332 of title 5 (2) The Director of the Congressional Research Service may procure by contract, without regard to any provision of law requiring advertising for contract bids, the temporary (for respective periods not in excess of one year) or intermittent assistance of educational, research, or other organizations of experts and consultants (including stenographic reporters) and of educational, research, and other organizations of persons learned in particular or specialized fields of knowledge. (i) Special report to Joint Committee on the Library The Director of the Congressional Research Service shall prepare and file with the Joint Committee on the Library at the beginning of each regular session of Congress a separate and special report covering, in summary and in detail, all phases of activity of the Congressional Research Service for the immediately preceding fiscal year, and shall include in the report a description of the efforts made by the Director to make additional Congressional Research Service products that are not confidential products or services available to the Librarian of Congress for publication on the website established and maintained under section 124 1 (j) Authorization of appropriations There are hereby authorized to be appropriated to the Congressional Research Service each fiscal year such sums as may be necessary to carry on the work of the Service. ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 836 Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 782 63 Stat. 972 Pub. L. 91510, title III,  321(a) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1181 Pub. L. 99190,  133 Dec. 19, 1985 99 Stat. 1322 Pub. L. 10657, title II,  209(b) Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 424 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  154(b)(7) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 789 Pub. L. 11694, div. P, title XIV,  1404(a)(2) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 3208  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 124 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2018, referred to in subsecs. (d)(9) and (i), probably should be section 154 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2018, Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 787 Section 154 of Pub. L. 115141 section 166a of this title Pub. L. 115141 Amendments 2019Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 11694,  1404(a)(2) section 5314 of title 5 section 5314 of title 5 Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 11694,  1404(b)(1)(A) section 5376 of title 5 Subsec. (c)(2)(B). Pub. L. 11694,  1404(b)(1)(B) section 5108(c) of title 5 section 5332 of title 5 2018Subsec. (d)(9). Pub. L. 115141,  154(d) Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 115141,  154(b)(7) 1999Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 10657 section 5316 of title 5 1985Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 99190 1970Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 91510 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 91510 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 91510 Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 91510 Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 91510 Subsecs. (f) to (i). Pub. L. 91510 Subsec. (j). Pub. L. 91510 Aug. 2, 1946 June 30, 1947 1949Subsec. (b)(1). Act Oct. 28, 1949 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115141 section 166a(f)(2)(B) of this title section 166a(f) of this title Effective Date of 1999 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 10657 Sept. 29, 1999 section 209(c) of Pub. L. 10657 section 136a2 of this title Effective Date of 1970 Amendment Amendment of provisions, other than enactment of subsecs. (d)(2), (3) and (i) of this section, and enactment of subsecs. (d)(2), (3) and (i) by Pub. L. 91510 Jan. 3, 1971 July 1, 1970 Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title Effective Date Section effective Aug. 2, 1946 Aug. 2, 1946 section 4301 of this title Repeals Act Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 782 Pub. L. 89554 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 632 References in Other Laws to GS16, 17, or 18 Pay Rates References in laws to the rates of pay for GS16, 17, or 18, or to maximum rates of pay under the General Schedule, to be considered references to rates payable under specified sections of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees, see section 529 [title I,  101(c)(1)] of Pub. L. 101509 section 5376 of Title 5 Compensation of Director of Congressional Research Service Pub. L. 105275, title I Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2444 section 5315 of title 5 Pub. L. 10555, title I Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1190 Pub. L. 104197, title I Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2406 Pub. L. 10453, title I Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 529 Pub. L. 103283, title I July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1435 Pub. L. 10369, title I Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 703 Pub. L. 102392, title I Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1715 Pub. L. 10290, title I Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 460 Pub. L. 101520, title I Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2269 Pub. L. 101163, title I Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1057 Pub. L. 100458, title I Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2171 Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Pub. L. 99500,  101(j) [H.R. 5203, title I] Oct. 18, 1986 100 Stat. 1783287 Pub. L. 99591,  101(j) Oct. 30, 1986 100 Stat. 3341287 Pub. L. 99151, title I Nov. 13, 1985 99 Stat. 802 Pub. L. 98367, title I July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 484  166a. Equal access to Congressional Research Service Reports (a) Definitions (1) CRS product In this section, the term CRS product means any final written work product of CRS containing research or analysis in any format that is available for general congressional access on the CRS Congressional Intranet. (2) CRS Report (A) In general In this section, the term CRS Report means any written CRS product, including an update to a previous written CRS product, consisting of (i) a Congressional Research Service Report; or (ii) a Congressional Research Service Authorization of Appropriations Product and Appropriations Product, which is available for general congressional access on the CRS Congressional Intranet. (B) Exclusions The term CRS Report does not include (i) any CRS product that is determined by the CRS Director to be a confidential product or service because it was prepared in response to a congressional request or requests for confidential analysis or research and is not available for general congressional access on the CRS Congressional Intranet; (ii) any Congressional Research Service Report or any Congressional Research Service Authorization of Appropriations Product and Appropriations Product reported or produced before the effective date of this Act which, as of such effective date, is not available for general congressional access on the CRS Congressional Intranet; or (iii) a written CRS product that has been made available by CRS for publication on a public website maintained by the GPO Director (other than the Website) or the Library of Congress. (3) Other definitions In this section (A) the term CRS means the Congressional Research Service; (B) the term CRS Congressional Intranet means the Website maintained by CRS at www.crs.gov, or a successor website, for the purpose of providing to Members and employees of Congress access to information from CRS; (C) the term CRS Director means the Director of CRS; (D) the term Librarian of Congress means the Librarian of Congress appointed pursuant to 2 U.S.C. 1361 1 1 (E) the term Member of Congress includes a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to Congress; and (F) the term Website means the website established and maintained under subsection (b). (b) Availability of CRS Reports through Library of Congress Website (1) Website (A) Establishment and maintenance The Librarian of Congress, in consultation with the CRS Director, shall establish and maintain a public website containing CRS Reports and an index of all CRS Reports contained on the website, in accordance with this subsection. (B) Format On the Website, CRS Reports shall be searchable, sortable, and downloadable, including downloadable in bulk. (C) Free access Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Librarian of Congress may not charge a fee for access to the Website. (2) Updates; disclaimer The Librarian of Congress, in consultation with the CRS Director, shall ensure that the Website (A) is updated contemporaneously, automatically, and electronically to include each new or updated CRS Report released on or after the effective date of this section; (B) shows the status of each CRS Report as new, updated, or archived; and (C) displays the following statement in reference to the CRS Reports included on the Website: These documents were prepared by the Congressional Research Service (CRS). CRS serves as nonpartisan shared staff to congressional committees and Members of Congress. It operates solely at the behest of and under the direction of Congress. Information in a CRS Report should not be relied upon for purposes other than public understanding of information that has been provided by CRS to Members of Congress in connection with CRSs institutional role. CRS Reports, as a work of the United States Government, are not subject to copyright protection in the United States. Any CRS Report may be reproduced and distributed in its entirety without permission from CRS. However, as a CRS Report may include copyrighted images or material from a third party, you may need to obtain the permission of the copyright holder if you wish to copy or otherwise use copyrighted material.. (3) Furnishing of necessary information and technology The CRS Director shall consult with and provide assistance to the Librarian of Congress to ensure (A) that the Librarian of Congress is provided with all of the information necessary to carry out this section, including all of the information described in clauses (i) through (iv) of subsection (c)(1)(A), in such format and manner as the Librarian of Congress considers appropriate; and (B) that CRS makes available any information and assistance as may be necessary to facilitate the contemporaneous, automatic, and electronic provision of CRS Reports to the Librarian of Congress as required under this section. (4) Nonexclusivity The Librarian of Congress may publish other information on the Website. (5) Alternative techniques The Librarian of Congress and the CRS Director may use additional techniques to make CRS Reports available to the public, if such techniques are consistent with this section and any other applicable laws. (6) Additional information The CRS Director is encouraged to make additional CRS products that are not confidential products or services available to the Librarian of Congress for publication on the Website, and the Librarian of Congress is encouraged to publish such CRS products on the Website. (7) Omitted (c) Website contents (1) Specific requirements for Reports posted on Website (A) Responsibilities of Librarian of Congress With respect to each CRS Report included on the Website, the Librarian of Congress shall include (i) the name and identification number of the CRS Report; (ii) an indication as to whether the CRS Report is new, updated, or archived; (iii) the date of release of the CRS Report; and (iv) any other information the Librarian of Congress, in consultation with the CRS Director, considers appropriate. (B) Responsibilities of CRS Director With respect to each CRS Report included on the Website, the CRS Director shall, prior to transmitting the Report to the Librarian of Congress (i) at the discretion of the CRS Director, remove the name of and any contact information for any employee of CRS; and (ii) include in the CRS Report the following written statement: This document was prepared by the Congressional Research Service (CRS). CRS serves as nonpartisan shared staff to congressional committees and Members of Congress. It operates solely at the behest of and under the direction of Congress. Information in a CRS Report should not be relied upon for purposes other than public understanding of information that has been provided by CRS to Members of Congress in connection with CRSs institutional role. CRS Reports, as a work of the United States Government, are not subject to copyright protection in the United States. Any CRS Report may be reproduced and distributed in its entirety without permission from CRS. However, as this CRS Report may include copyrighted images or material from a third party, you may need to obtain the permission of the copyright holder if you wish to copy or otherwise use copyrighted material.. (2) Specific requirements for index on Website The Librarian of Congress shall ensure that the index of all CRS Reports published on the Website is (A) comprehensive; (B) contemporaneously updated; (C) searchable; (D) sortable; (E) maintained in a human-readable format; (F) maintained in a structured data format; (G) downloadable; and (H) inclusive of each item of information described in paragraph (1)(A) with respect to each CRS Report. (d) Omitted (e) Rules of construction (1) No effect on Speech or Debate Clause Nothing in this section may be construed to diminish, qualify, condition, waive, or otherwise affect the applicability of clause 1 of section 6 of article I of the Constitution of the United States (commonly known as the Speech or Debate Clause) or any other privilege available to Congress or Members, offices, or employees of Congress with respect to any CRS Report made available online under this section. (2) Confidential communications Nothing in this section may be construed to waive the requirement that any confidential communication by CRS to a Member, office, or committee of Congress shall remain under the custody and control of Congress and may be released only by Congress and its Houses, Members, offices, and committees, in accordance with the rules and privileges of each House and the requirements of this section. (3) Dissemination of CRS products Nothing in this section may be construed to limit or otherwise affect the ability of a Member, office, or committee of Congress to disseminate CRS products on a website of the Member, office, or committee or to otherwise provide CRS products to the public, including as part of constituent service activities. (f) Effective date (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (2)(C), this section and the amendments made by this section shall take effect 90 days after the date on which the Librarian of Congress submits the certification described in paragraph (2)(B). (2) Provision of information and technology (A) CRS deadline Not later than 90 days after March 23, 2018 (B) Certification Upon provision of the information described in subparagraph (A), the Librarian of Congress shall submit to Congress a certification that the CRS Director has provided the information necessary for the Librarian of Congress to begin the initial operation of the Website. (C) Technical delays In the event of technical difficulties encountered in planning or implementing the requirements of this section and the amendments made by this section, upon providing a detailed report submitted by the Librarian of Congress or the CRS Director to the Committees on Appropriations of the House and the Senate detailing the nature of the technical difficulties and the timeline for resolving such technical difficulties, the effective date established by subsection (f)(1) shall be extended for up to 90 additional days. ( Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  154 Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 787  Editorial Notes  References in Text The effective date of this Act and such effective date, referred to in subsec. (a)(2)(B)(ii), are the date of enactment of div. I of Pub. L. 115141 Mar. 23, 2018 2 U.S.C. 1361 Pub. L. 11486 section 1361 of this title For the amendments made by this section, referred to in subsec. (f)(1), (2)(C), see Codification note below. Codification Section is comprised of section 154 of Pub. L. 115141 section 154 of Pub. L. 115141 section 166 of this title  167 to 167h. Repealed. Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(d)(1)(B) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2233 Pub. L. 110178,  4(a)(2) Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2551 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54   Section 167, act Aug. 4, 1950, ch. 561,  1 64 Stat. 411 Pub. L. 90610,  1 Oct. 21, 1968 82 Stat. 1201 Pub. L. 93175,  1 Dec. 5, 1973 87 Stat. 693 Pub. L. 100135,  1(a) Oct. 16, 1987 101 Stat. 811  Section 167a, act Aug. 4, 1950, ch. 561,  2 64 Stat. 411  Section 167b, act Aug. 4, 1950, ch. 561,  3 64 Stat. 411  Section 167c, act Aug. 4, 1950, ch. 561,  4 64 Stat. 411  Section 167d, act Aug. 4, 1950, ch. 561,  5 64 Stat. 411  Section 167e, act Aug. 4, 1950, ch. 561,  6 64 Stat. 411  Section 167f, act Aug. 4, 1950, ch. 561,  7 64 Stat. 411  Section 167g, act Aug. 4, 1950, ch. 561,  8 64 Stat. 412 Pub. L. 8860,  1 July 8, 1963 77 Stat. 77 Pub. L. 91358,  111 July 29, 1970 84 Stat. 473 Pub. L. 101562,  3 Nov. 15, 1990 104 Stat. 2781  Section 167h, act Aug. 4, 1950, ch. 561,  9 64 Stat. 412 Pub. L. 93198, title VII,  739(g)(9) Dec. 24, 1973 87 Stat. 829 Pub. L. 100135,  1(b)(1) Oct. 16, 1987 101 Stat. 811 Editorial Notes Codification Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(d)(1)(B) Pub. L. 110178,  4(a)(2) Pub. L. 110161,  1004 Pub. L. 111145 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal of section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 110178 section 6(d) of Pub. L. 111145 section 1901 of this title Pub. L. 110178,  4(d) Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2552 The amendments made by this section [amending sections 167i, 167j, 185, and 1961 of this title and sections 5101, 5102, and 5104 of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, and repealing sections 167 to 167h of this title] shall take effect October 1, 2009 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(d)(1)(B) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2233 Pub. L. 110178,  4(a)(2) Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2551 section 167 of this title Oct. 1, 2009 Pub. L. 110161,  1004 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(d)(4) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2234 section 1004(d) of Pub. L. 110161 Oct. 1, 2009 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54  167i. Suspension of prohibitions against use of Library buildings and grounds  In order to permit the observance of authorized ceremonies within the Library of Congress buildings and grounds, the Librarian of Congress may suspend for such occasions so much of the prohibitions contained in sections 5103 and 5104 of title 40 as may be necessary for the occasion, but only if responsible officers shall have been appointed, and arrangements determined which are adequate, in the judgment of the Librarian, for the maintenance of suitable order and decorum in the proceedings, and for the protection of the Library buildings and grounds and of persons and property therein. ( Aug. 4, 1950, ch. 561,  10 64 Stat. 412 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(d)(2)(C) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2234 Pub. L. 110178,  4(b)(3) Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2552 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54  Editorial Notes Amendments 2010 Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 110161,  1004(d)(2)(C) 2008 Pub. L. 110178 2007 Pub. L. 110161,  1004(d)(2)(C) Pub. L. 110178 Pub. L. 111145 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Repeal of section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 110161 section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 110178 section 6(d) of Pub. L. 111145 section 1901 of this title Effective Date of 2008 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 110178 Oct. 1, 2009 section 4(d) of Pub. L. 110178 section 167 of this title  167j. Area comprising Library of Congress grounds; buildings and grounds defined (a) The Library of Congress grounds shall be held to extend to the line of the face of the east curb of First Street Southeast, between B Street Southeast and East Capitol Street; to the line of the face of the south curb of East Capitol Street, between First Street Southeast and Second Street Southeast; to the line of the face of the west curb of Second Street Southeast, between East Capitol Street and B Street Southeast; to the line of the face of the north curb of B Street Southeast, between First Street Southeast and Second Street Southeast; and to the line of the face of the east curb of Second Street Southeast, between Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast and the north side of the alley separating the Library Annex Building and the Folger Shakespeare Library; to the line of the north side of the same alley, between Second Street Southeast and Third Street Southeast; to the line of the face of the west curb of Third Street Southeast, between the north side of the same alley and B Street Southeast; to the line of the face of the north curb of B Street Southeast, between Third Street Southeast and Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast; to the line of the face of the northeast curb of Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast, between B Street Southeast and Second Street Southeast. (b) The term Library of Congress buildings and grounds shall include (1) the whole or any part of any building or structure which is occupied under lease or otherwise by the Library of Congress and is subject to supervision and control by the Librarian of Congress, (2) the land upon which there is situated any building or structure which is occupied wholly by the Library of Congress, and (3) any subway or enclosed passageway connecting two or more buildings or structures occupied in whole or in part by the Library of Congress. (c) The term Library of Congress buildings and grounds shall include (1) all real property in lot 51 in square 869 in the District of Columbia, as that lot appears on the records in the office of the Surveyor of the District of Columbia on August 1, 1990 (d) The term Library of Congress buildings and grounds shall include the following property: (1) Three parcels totaling approximately 45 acres, more or less, located in Culpeper County, Virginia, and identified as Culpeper County Tax Parcel Numbers 5180B, 5180C, and 5180D, further described as real estate (consisting of 40.949 acres) conveyed to David and Lucile Packard Foundation by deed from Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, dated May 15, 1998 May 19, 1998 February 13, 2002 February 13, 2002 (2) Improvements to such real property. ( Aug. 4, 1950, ch. 561,  11 64 Stat. 412 Pub. L. 91281 June 17, 1970 84 Stat. 309 Pub. L. 101520, title II,  205(d) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2272 Pub. L. 101562,  2(c) Nov. 15, 1990 104 Stat. 2780 Pub. L. 105144,  2 Dec. 15, 1997 111 Stat. 2667 Pub. L. 10883, title I,  1203(b) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1031 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(d)(2)(D) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2234 Pub. L. 110178,  4(b)(4) Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2552 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54  Editorial Notes Amendments 2010 Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 110161,  1004(d)(2)(D) 2008Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 110178,  4(b)(4)(A) Subsecs. (b) to (d). Pub. L. 110178,  4(b)(4)(B) 2007Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 110161,  1004(d)(2)(D)(i) Pub. L. 110178,  4(b)(4)(A) Pub. L. 111145 Subsecs. (b) to (d). Pub. L. 110161,  1004(d)(2)(D)(ii) Pub. L. 111145 2003Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 10883 October 1, 1964 October 7, 1964 November 11, 1974 November 12, 1974 1997Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 105144 1990Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 101520 Pub. L. 101562 Pub. L. 101562 1970 Pub. L. 91281 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Repeal of section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 110161 section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 110178 section 6(d) of Pub. L. 111145 section 1901 of this title Effective Date of 2008 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 110178 Oct. 1, 2009 section 4(d) of Pub. L. 110178 section 167 of this title Effective Date of 1997 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 105144 section 1 of Pub. L. 105144 section 5 of Pub. L. 105144 section 141 of this title Effective Date of 1990 Amendments Amendment by Pub. L. 101520 Pub. L. 101562 Nov. 6, 1991 Pub. L. 101520,  205(a) Pub. L. 101562,  1 section 205(e) of Pub. L. 101520 section 2(d) of Pub. L. 101562 section 141 of this title  168. Constitution of the United States; preparation and publication of revised edition; annotations; supplements; decennial editions and supplements The Librarian of Congress shall have prepared (1) a hardbound revised edition of the Constitution of the United States of AmericaAnalysis and Interpretation, published as Senate Document Numbered 39, Eighty-eighth Congress (referred to hereinafter as the Constitution Annotated), which shall contain annotations of decisions of the Supreme Court of the United States through the end of the October 1971 term of the Supreme Court, construing provisions of the Constitution; (2) upon the completion of each of the October 1973, October 1975, October 1977, and October 1979 terms of the Supreme Court, a cumulative pocket-part supplement to the hardbound revised edition of the Constitution Annotated prepared pursuant to clause (1), which shall contain cumulative annotations of all such decisions rendered by the Supreme Court after the end of the October 1971 term; (3) upon the completion of the October 1981 term of the Supreme Court, and upon the completion of each tenth October term of the Supreme Court thereafter, a hardbound decennial revised edition of the Constitution Annotated, which shall contain annotations of all decisions theretofore rendered by the Supreme Court construing provisions of the Constitution; and (4) upon the completion of the October 1983 term of the Supreme Court, and upon the completion of each subsequent October term of the Supreme Court beginning in an odd-numbered year (the final digit of which is not a 1), a cumulative pocket-part supplement to the most recent hardbound decennial revised edition of the Constitution Annotated, which shall contain cumulative annotations of all such decisions rendered by the Supreme Court which were not included in that hardbound decennial revised edition of the Constitution Annotated. ( Pub. L. 91589,  1 Dec. 24, 1970 84 Stat. 1586  168a. Printing of Constitution Annotated as Senate documents  All hardbound revised editions and all cumulative pocket-part supplements shall be printed as Senate documents. ( Pub. L. 91589,  2 Dec. 24, 1970 84 Stat. 1586  168b. Printing and distribution of additional copies of Constitution Annotated  There shall be printed four thousand eight hundred and seventy additional copies of the hardbound revised editions prepared pursuant to clause (1) of section 168 of this title ( Pub. L. 91589,  3 Dec. 24, 1970 84 Stat. 1586  168c. Printing and distribution of decennial editions and supplements to Constitution Annotated  Additional copies of each hardbound decennial revised edition and of the cumulative pocket-part supplements thereto shall be printed and distributed in accordance with the provisions of any concurrent resolution hereafter adopted with respect thereto. ( Pub. L. 91589,  4 Dec. 24, 1970 84 Stat. 1587  168d. Authorization of appropriations for Constitution Annotated  There are authorized to be appropriated such sums, to remain available until expended, as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of sections 168 to 168d of this title. ( Pub. L. 91589,  5 Dec. 24, 1970 84 Stat. 1587  169. Positions in Library of Congress exempt from citizenship requirement  From and after October 1, 1983 ( Pub. L. 9851, title II,  202 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 276  Editorial Notes Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation acts: Oct. 2, 1982 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) [S. 2939, title II,  202] 96 Stat. 1189 Oct. 1, 1981 Pub. L. 9751,  101(c) [H.R. 4120, title II,  202] 95 Stat. 959 Dec. 16, 1980 Pub. L. 96536,  101(c) [H.R. 7593, title II,  202] 94 Stat. 3167 Oct. 12, 1979 Pub. L. 9686,  101(c) [H.R. 4390, title II,  202] 93 Stat. 657 Sept. 30, 1978 Pub. L. 95391, title II,  202 92 Stat. 785 Aug. 5, 1977 Pub. L. 9594, title II,  202 91 Stat. 677 Oct. 1, 1976 Pub. L. 94440, title VIII,  802 90 Stat. 1457 July 25, 1975 Pub. L. 9459, title VII,  702 89 Stat. 294 Aug. 13, 1974 Pub. L. 93371 88 Stat. 441 Nov. 1, 1973 Pub. L. 93145 87 Stat. 547 July 10, 1972 Pub. L. 92342 86 Stat. 446 July 9, 1971 Pub. L. 9251 85 Stat. 141 Aug. 18, 1970 Pub. L. 91382 84 Stat. 823 Dec. 12, 1969 Pub. L. 91145 83 Stat. 357 July 23, 1968 Pub. L. 90417 82 Stat. 411 July 28, 1967 Pub. L. 9057 81 Stat. 140 Aug. 27, 1966 Pub. L. 89545 80 Stat. 368 July 27, 1965 Pub. L. 8990 79 Stat. 280 Aug. 20, 1964 Pub. L. 88454 78 Stat. 548 Dec. 30, 1963 Pub. L. 88248 77 Stat. 816 Oct. 2, 1962 Pub. L. 87730 76 Stat. 692 Aug. 10, 1961 Pub. L. 87130 75 Stat. 333 July 12, 1960 Pub. L. 86628 74 Stat. 459 Aug. 21, 1959 Pub. L. 86176 73 Stat. 411 July 31, 1958 Pub. L. 85570 72 Stat. 452 July 1, 1957 Pub. L. 8575 71 Stat. 255 June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 368 Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 518 July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 408 Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 330 July 9, 1952, ch. 598 66 Stat. 476 Oct. 11, 1951, ch. 485 65 Stat. 400 Sept. 6, 1950, ch. 896 64 Stat. 606 June 22, 1949, ch. 235 63 Stat. 228 June 14, 1948, ch. 467 62 Stat. 434 July 17, 1947, ch. 262 61 Stat. 374 July 1, 1946, ch. 530 60 Stat. 405 June 13, 1945, ch. 189 59 Stat. 256 June 26, 1944, ch. 277 58 Stat. 351 June 28, 1943, ch. 173 57 Stat. 236  170. American Television and Radio Archives (a) Establishment and maintenance in Library of Congress; purpose; determination of composition, cataloging, indexing and availability by Librarian The Librarian of Congress (hereinafter referred to as the Librarian) shall establish and maintain in the Library of Congress a library to be known as the American Television and Radio Archives (hereinafter referred to as the Archives). The purpose of the Archives shall be to preserve a permanent record of the television and radio programs which are the heritage of the people of the United States and to provide access to such programs to historians and scholars without encouraging or causing copyright infringement. (1) The Librarian, after consultation with interested organizations and individuals, shall determine and place in the Archives such copies and phonorecords of television and radio programs transmitted to the public in the United States and in other countries which are of present or potential public or cultural interest, historical significance, cognitive value, or otherwise worthy of preservation, including copies and phonorecords of published and unpublished transmission programs (A) acquired in accordance with sections 407 and 408 of title 17; and (B) transferred from the existing collections of the Library of Congress; and (C) given to or exchanged with the Archives by other libraries, archives, organizations, and individuals; and (D) purchased from the owner thereof. (2) The Librarian shall maintain and publish appropriate catalogs and indexes of the collections of the Archives, and shall make such collections available for study and research under the conditions prescribed under this section. (b) Reproduction, compilation, and distribution for research of regularly scheduled newscasts or on-the-spot coverage of news events by Librarian; promulgation of regulations Notwithstanding the provisions of section 106 of title 17 (1) to reproduce a fixation of such a program, in the same or another tangible form, for the purposes of preservation or security or for distribution under the conditions of clause (3) of this subsection; and (2) to compile, without abridgment or any other editing, portions of such fixations according to subject matter, and to reproduce such compilations for the purpose of clause (1) of this subsection; and (3) to distribute a reproduction made under clause (1) or (2) of this subsection (A) by loan to a person engaged in research; and (B) for deposit in a library or archives which meets the requirements of section 108(a) of title 17 in either case for use only in research and not for further reproduction or performance. (c) Liability for copyright infringement by Librarian or any employee of Librarian The Librarian or any employee of the Library who is acting under the authority of this section shall not be liable in any action for copyright infringement committed by any other person unless the Librarian or such employee knowingly participated in the act of infringement committed by such person. Nothing in this section shall be construed to excuse or limit liability under title 17 for any act not authorized by that title or this section, or for any act performed by a person not authorized to act under that title or this section. (d) Short title This section may be cited as the American Television and Radio Archives Act. ( Pub. L. 94553, title I,  113 Oct. 19, 1976 90 Stat. 2601  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1978 section 102 of Pub. L. 94553 section 101 of Title 17  171. Congressional declaration of findings and purpose as to Center for the Book The Congress hereby finds and declares (1) that the Congress of the United States on April 24, 1800 (2) that in 1815, the Congress purchased the personal library of the third President of the United States which contained materials on every science known to man and described such a collection as a substratum of a great national library; (3) that the Congress of the United States in recognition of the importance of printing and its impact on America purchased the Gutenberg Bible in 1930 for the Nation for placement in the Library of Congress; (4) that the Congress of the United States has through statute and appropriations made this library accessible to any member of the public; (5) that this collection of books and other library materials has now become one of the greatest libraries in civilization; (6) that the book and the printed word have had the most profound influence on American civilization and learning and have been the very foundation on which our democratic principles have survived through our two hundred-year history; (7) that in the year 1977, the Congress of the United States assembled hereby declares its reaffirmation of the importance of the printed word and the book and recognizes the importance of a Center for the Book to the continued study and development of written record as central to our understanding of ourselves and our world. It is therefore the purpose of sections 171 to 175 of this title to establish a Center for the Book in the Library of Congress to provide a program for the investigation of the transmission of human knowledge and to heighten public interest in the role of books and printing in the diffusion of this knowledge. ( Pub. L. 95129,  1 Oct. 13, 1977 91 Stat. 1151  172. Definitions As used in sections 171 to 175 of this title (1) the term Center means the Center for the Book; (2) the term Librarian means the Librarian of Congress. ( Pub. L. 95129,  2 Oct. 13, 1977 91 Stat. 1151  173. Establishment of Center for the Book  There is hereby established in the Library of Congress a Center for the Book. The Center shall be under the direction of the Librarian of Congress. ( Pub. L. 95129,  3 Oct. 13, 1977 91 Stat. 1151  174. Function of Center for the Book  The Librarian through the Center shall stimulate public interest and research in the role of the book in the diffusion of knowledge through such activities as a visiting scholar program accompanied by lectures, exhibits, publications, and any other related activities. ( Pub. L. 95129,  4 Oct. 13, 1977 91 Stat. 1152  175. Administrative provisions The Librarian of Congress, in carrying out the Centers functions, is authorized to (1) prescribe such regulations as he deems necessary; (2) receive money and other property donated, bequeathed, or devised for the purposes of the Center, and to use, sell, or otherwise dispose of such property for the purposes of carrying out the Centers functions, without reference to Federal disposal statutes; and (3) accept and utilize the services of voluntary and noncompensated personnel and reimburse them for travel expenses, including per diem, as authorized by section 5703 of title 5 ( Pub. L. 95129,  5 Oct. 13, 1977 91 Stat. 1152  176. Mass Book Deacidification Facility; operation by Librarian of Congress  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Librarian of Congress shall equip, furnish, operate, and maintain the Library of Congress Mass Book Deacidification Facility. ( Pub. L. 98427,  2 Sept. 28, 1984 98 Stat. 1656  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Authorization To Construct Facility Pub. L. 98427,  1 Sept. 28, 1984 98 Stat. 1656 That the Librarian of Congress is authorized and directed, subject to the supervision and construction authority of a Federal civilian or military agency, to construct the Library of Congress Mass Book Deacidification Facility in accordance with the general design developed by the Library of Congress and reviewed by the Architect of the Capitol, as set forth in the document entitled Library of Congress Mass Book Deacidification Facility, Engineering, Design, and Cost Estimate and Drawings, dated December 1983. Such facility shall be constructed on Federal property within seventy-five miles of the United States Capitol Building. Authorization of Appropriation Pub. L. 98427,  3 Sept. 28, 1984 98 Stat. 1656 There are authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years beginning after September 30, 1983  177. Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry (a) Recognition The Congress recognizes that the Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress has for some time occupied a position of prominence in the life of the Nation, has spoken effectively for literary causes, and has occasionally performed duties and functions sometimes associated with the position of poet laureate in other nations and societies. Individuals are appointed to the position of Consultant in Poetry by the Librarian of Congress for one- or two-year terms solely on the basis of literary merit, and are compensated from endowment funds administered by the Library of Congress Trust Fund Board. The Congress further recognizes this position is equivalent to that of Poet Laureate of the United States. (b) Position established (1) There is established in the Library of Congress the position of Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry. The Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry shall be appointed by the Librarian of Congress pursuant to the same procedures of appointment as established on December 20, 1985 (2) Each department and office of the Federal Government is encouraged to make use of the services of the Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry for ceremonial and other occasions of celebration under such procedures as the Librarian of Congress shall approve designed to assure that participation under this paragraph does not impair the continuation of the work of the individual chosen to fill the position of Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry. (c) Poetry program (1) The Chairperson of the National Endowment for the Arts, with the advice of the National Council on the Arts, shall annually sponsor a program at which the Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry will present a major work or the work of other distinguished poets. (2) There are authorized to be appropriated to the National Endowment for the Arts $10,000 for the fiscal year 1987 and for each succeeding fiscal year ending prior to October 1, 1990 ( Pub. L. 99194, title VI,  601 Dec. 20, 1985 99 Stat. 1347  178 to 178l. Repealed. Pub. L. 102307, title II,  214 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 272   Section 178, Pub. L. 100446, title I,  1 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1782  Section 178a, Pub. L. 100446, title I,  2 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1782  Section 178b, Pub. L. 100446, title I,  3 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1782  Section 178c, Pub. L. 100446, title I,  4 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1784  Section 178d, Pub. L. 100446, title I,  5 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1785  Section 178e, Pub. L. 100446, title I,  6 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1785  Section 178f, Pub. L. 100446, title I,  7 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1785 section 178e of this title  Section 178g, Pub. L. 100446, title I,  8 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1785 Pub. L. 102378,  5(c) Oct. 2, 1992 106 Stat. 1358  Section 178h, Pub. L. 100446, title I,  9 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1787  Section 178i, Pub. L. 100446, title I,  10 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1787  Section 178j, Pub. L. 100446, title I,  11 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1787  Section 178k, Pub. L. 100446, title I,  12 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1788  Section 178 l Pub. L. 100446, title I,  13 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1788 l  For similar provisions, see section 179 l Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Short Title Pub. L. 100446, title I,  1 Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 1782 l Pub. L. 102307, title III,  214 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 272  179 to 179k. Repealed. Pub. L. 104285, title I,  114 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3382   Section 179, Pub. L. 102307, title II,  202 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 267  Section 179a, Pub. L. 102307, title II,  203 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 267  Section 179b, Pub. L. 102307, title II,  204 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 268  Section 179c, Pub. L. 102307, title II,  205 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 270  Section 179d, Pub. L. 102307, title II,  206 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 270  Section 179e, Pub. L. 102307, title II,  207 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 271  Section 179f, Pub. L. 102307, title II,  208 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 271  Section 179g, Pub. L. 102307, title II,  209 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 271  Section 179h, Pub. L. 102307, title II,  210 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 271  Section 179i, Pub. L. 102307, title II,  211 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 271  Section 179j, Pub. L. 102307, title II,  212 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 272  Section 179k, Pub. L. 102307, title II,  213 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 272 June 26, 1992  For similar provisions, see section 179 l Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Short Title Pub. L. 102307, title II,  201 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 267 Pub. L. 102307 l section 178 of this title Pub. L. 104285, title I,  114 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3382  179l. National Film Registry of Library of Congress  The Librarian of Congress (hereafter in sections 179 l Public Law 100446 Public Law 102307 l ( Pub. L. 104285, title I,  102 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3377  Editorial Notes  References in Text Sections 179 l Pub. L. 104285 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3377 l The National Film Preservation Act of 1988, referred to in text, is Pub. L. 100446, title I Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 17821788 l Pub. L. 102307, title II,  214 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 272 The National Film Preservation Act of 1992, referred to in text, is title II of Pub. L. 102307 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 267 Pub. L. 104285, title I,  114 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3382 Prior Provisions Prior provisions similar to sections 179 l Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Short Title of 2016 Amendment Pub. L. 114217,  1 July 29, 2016 130 Stat. 840 This Act [amending sections 179v and 1743 of this title and sections 151711, 152403, and 152411 of Title 36, Patriotic and National Observances, Ceremonies, and Organizations] may be cited as the Library of Congress Sound Recording and Film Preservation Programs Reauthorization Act of 2016. Short Title of 2008 Amendment Pub. L. 110336,  1 Oct. 2, 2008 122 Stat. 3726 This Act [amending sections 179m, 179n, 179v, 179w, 1722, and 1743 of this title and sections 151702, 151703, 151711, 152403, 152405, 152406, and 152411 of Title 36, Patriotic and National Observances, Ceremonies, and Organizations, and enacting provisions set out as notes under sections 179v and 1743 of this title and section 152411 of Title 36 Short Title of 2005 Amendment Pub. L. 1099, title III,  301 Apr. 27, 2005 119 Stat. 224 This subtitle [subtitle A ( 301, 302) of title III of Pub. L. 1099 Short Title Pub. L. 104285, title I,  101 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3377 This title [enacting this section and sections 179m to 179w of this title and repealing sections 179 to 179k of this title and provisions set out as a note under section 179 of this title  179m. Duties of Librarian of Congress (a) Powers (1) In general The Librarian shall, after consultation with the Board established pursuant to section 179n of this title (A) continue the implementation of the comprehensive national film preservation program for motion pictures established under the National Film Preservation Act of 1992, in conjunction with other film archivists, educators and historians, copyright owners, film industry representatives, and others involved in activities related to film preservation, taking into account the objectives of the national film preservation study and the comprehensive national plan conducted under the National Film Preservation Act of 1992. This program shall (i) coordinate activities to assure that efforts of archivists and copyright owners, and others in the public and private sector, are effective and complementary; (ii) generate public awareness of and support for these activities; (iii) increase accessibility of films for educational purposes; and (iv) undertake studies and investigations of film preservation activities as needed, including the efficacy of new technologies, and recommend solutions to improve these practices; (B) establish criteria and procedures under which films may be included in the National Film Registry, except that no film shall be eligible for inclusion in the National Film Registry until 10 years after such films first publication; (C) establish procedures under which the general public may make recommendations to the Board regarding the inclusion of films in the National Film Registry; and (D) determine which films satisfy the criteria established under subparagraph (B) and qualify for inclusion in the National Film Registry, except that the Librarian shall not select more than 25 films each year for inclusion in the Registry. (2) Publication of films in Registry The Librarian shall publish in the Federal Register the name of each film that is selected for inclusion in the National Film Registry. (3) Seal The Librarian shall provide a seal to indicate that a film has been included in the National Film Registry and is the Registry version of that film. The Librarian shall establish guidelines for approval of the use of the seal in accordance with subsection (b). (b) Use of seal The seal provided under subsection (a)(3) may only be used on film or other approved copies of the Registry version of a film. Such seal may be used only after the Librarian has given approval to those persons seeking to apply the seal in accordance with the guidelines under subsection (a)(3). In the case of copyrighted, mass distributed, broadcast, or published works, only the copyright owner or an authorized licensee of the copyright owner may place or authorize the placement of the seal on any film or other approved copy of a Registry version of a film selected for inclusion in the National Film Registry, and the Librarian may place the seal on any film or other approved copy of the Registry version of any film that is maintained in the National Film Registry Collection in the Library of Congress. Anyone authorized to place the seal on any film or other approved copy of any Registry version of a film may accompany such seal with the following language: This film was selected for inclusion in the National Film Registry by the National Film Preservation Board of the Library of Congress because of its cultural, historical, or aesthetic significance.. The Librarian may authorize the use of the seal by the Library or by others for other limited purposes in order to promote in the National Film Registry when exhibiting, showing, or otherwise disseminating films in the Registry. (c) Coordination of program with other collection, preservation, and accessibility activities In carrying out the comprehensive national film preservation program for motion pictures established under the National Film Preservation Act of 1992, the Librarian, in consultation with the Board established pursuant to section 179n of this title (1) carry out activities to make films included in the National Film registry more broadly accessible for research and educational purposes, and to generate public awareness and support of the Registry and the comprehensive national film preservation program; (2) review the comprehensive national film preservation plan, and amend it to the extent necessary to ensure that it addresses technological advances in the preservation and storage of, and access to film collections in multiple formats; and (3) wherever possible, undertake expanded initiatives to ensure the preservation of the moving image heritage of the United States, including film, videotape, television, and born digital moving image formats, by supporting the work of the National Audio-Visual Conservation Center of the Library of Congress, and other appropriate nonprofit archival and preservation organizations. ( Pub. L. 104285, title I,  103 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3377 Pub. L. 1099, title III,  302(a) Apr. 27, 2005 119 Stat. 224 Pub. L. 110336,  3(a)(2) Oct. 2, 2008 122 Stat. 3727  Editorial Notes  References in Text The National Film Preservation Act of 1992, referred to in subsecs. (a)(1)(A) and (c), is title II of Pub. L. 102307 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 267 Pub. L. 104285, title I,  114 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3382 Amendments 2008Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 110336 2005Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 1099,  302(a)(1) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 1099,  302(a)(2)  179n. National Film Preservation Board (a) Number and appointment (1) Members The Librarian shall establish in the Library of Congress a National Film Preservation Board to be comprised of 22 members, who shall be selected by the Librarian in accordance with this section. Subject to subparagraphs (C) and (N), the Librarian shall request each organization listed in subparagraphs (A) through (Q) to submit a list of three candidates qualified to serve as a member of the Board. Except for the members-at-large appointed under subparagraph 1 1 (A) The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. (B) The Directors Guild of America. (C) The Writers Guild of America. The Writers Guild of America East and the Writers Guild of America West shall each nominate three candidates, and a representative from one organization shall be selected as the member and a representative from the other organization as the alternate. (D) The National Society of Film Critics. (E) The Society for Cinema and Media Studies. (F) The American Film Institute. (G) The Department of Film, Television, and Digital Media of the School of Theater, Film and Television at the University of California, Los Angeles. (H) The Department of Cinema Studies of the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. (I) The University Film and Video Association. (J) The Motion Picture Association of America. (K) The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. (L) Screen Actors Guild. (M) The National Association of Theater Owners. (N) The American Society of Cinematographers and the International Photographers Guild, which shall jointly submit one list of three candidates from which a member and alternate will be selected. (O) The United States Members of the International Federation of Film Archives. (P) The Association of Moving Image Archivists. (Q) The Society of Composers and Lyricists. (2) Members-at-large In addition to the members appointed under paragraph (1), the Librarian shall appoint up to 5 members-at-large. The Librarian shall also select an alternate for each member 2 2 2 (b) Chair The Librarian shall appoint one member of the Board to serve as Chair. (c) Term of office (1) Terms The term of each member of the Board shall be 4 years, except that there shall be no limit to the number of terms that any individual member may serve. (2) Removal of member or organization The Librarian shall have the authority to remove any member of the Board, or the organization listed in subsection (a) such member represents, if the member, or organization, over any consecutive 2-year period, fails to attend at least one regularly scheduled Board meeting. (3) Vacancies A vacancy in the Board shall be filled in the manner in which the original appointment was made under subsection (a), except that the Librarian may fill the vacancy from a list of candidates previously submitted by the organization or organizations involved. Any member appointed to fill a vacancy before the expiration of the term for which his or her predecessor was appointed shall be appointed for the remainder of such term. (d) Quorum 12 members of the Board shall constitute a quorum but a lesser number may hold hearings. (e) Reimbursement of expenses Members of the Board shall serve without pay, but may receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with sections 5702 and 5703 of title 5. (f) Meetings The Board shall meet at least once each fiscal year. Meetings shall be at the call of the Librarian. (g) Conflict of interest The Librarian shall establish rules and procedures to address any potential conflict of interest between a member of the Board and responsibilities of the Board. ( Pub. L. 104285, title I,  104 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3378 Pub. L. 1099, title III,  302(b) Apr. 27, 2005 119 Stat. 225 Pub. L. 110336,  3(a)(3) Oct. 2, 2008 122 Stat. 3727  Editorial Notes Amendments 2008Subsec. (a)(1)(E). Pub. L. 110336,  3(a)(3)(A) Subsec. (a)(1)(G). Pub. L. 110336,  3(a)(3)(B) Subsec. (a)(1)(H). Pub. L. 110336,  3(a)(3)(C) Subsec. (a)(1)(L). Pub. L. 110336,  3(a)(3)(D) 2005Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 1099,  302(b)(1) Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 1099,  302(b)(2) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 1099,  302(b)(3) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 1099,  302(b)(4)  179o. Responsibilities and powers of Board (a) In general The Board shall review nominations of films submitted to it for inclusion in the National Film Registry and consult with the Librarian, as provided in section 179m of this title (b) Nomination of films The Board shall consider, for inclusion in the National Film Registry, nominations submitted by the general public as well as representatives of the film industry, such as the guilds and societies representing actors, directors, screenwriters, cinematographers, and other creative artists, producers, and film critics, archives and other film preservation organizations, and representatives of academic institutions with film study programs. The Board shall nominate not more than 25 films each year for inclusion in the Registry. (c) Powers (1) In general The Board may, for the purpose of carrying out its duties, hold such hearings, sit and act at such times and places, take such testimony, and receive such evidence, as the Librarian and the Board consider appropriate. (2) Service on Foundation Two sitting members of the Board shall be appointed by the Librarian, and shall serve, as Board members of the National Film Preservation Foundation, in accordance with section 151703 of title 36 ( Pub. L. 104285, title I,  105 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3380  Editorial Notes Codification  Section 151703 of title 36 Pub. L. 105225,  5(b) Aug. 12, 1998 112 Stat. 1499  179p. National Film Registry Collection of Library of Congress (a) Acquisition of archival quality copies The Librarian shall endeavor to obtain, by gift from the owner, an archival quality copy of the Registry version of each film included in the National Film Registry. Whenever possible, the Librarian shall endeavor to obtain the best surviving materials, including preprint materials. Copyright owners and others possessing copies of such materials are strongly encouraged, to further the preservation purposes of this Act, to provide preprint and other archival elements to the Library of Congress. (b) Additional materials The Librarian shall endeavor to obtain, for educational and research purposes, additional materials related to each film included in the National Film Registry, such as background materials, production reports, shooting scripts (including continuity scripts) and other similar materials. (c) Property of United States All copies of films on the National Film Registry that are received as gifts or bequests by the Librarian and other materials received by the Librarian under subsection (b), shall become the property of the United States Government, subject to the provisions of title 17. (d) National Film Registry Collection All copies of films on the National Film Registry that are received by the Librarian under subsection (a) of this section, and other materials received by the Librarian under subsection (b), shall be maintained in the Library of Congress and be known as the National Film Registry Collection of the Library of Congress. The Librarian shall, by regulation, and in accordance with title 17, provide for reasonable access to the films and other materials in such collection for scholarly and research purposes. (e) National Audio-Visual Conservation Center The Librarian shall utilize the National Audio-Visual Conservation Center of the Library of Congress at Culpeper, Virginia, to ensure that preserved films included in the National Film Registry are stored in a proper manner, and disseminated to researchers, scholars, and the public as may be appropriate in accordance with (1) title 17; and (2) the terms of any agreements between the Librarian and persons who hold copyrights to such audiovisual works. ( Pub. L. 104285, title I,  106 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3380 Pub. L. 1099, title III,  302(c) Apr. 27, 2005 119 Stat. 225  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in subsec. (a), is Pub. L. 104285 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3377 l o l section 179 of this title Pub. L. 105225,  5(b) Aug. 12, 1998 112 Stat. 1499 Amendments 2005Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 1099  179q. Seal of National Film Registry (a) Use of seal (1) Prohibition on distribution and exhibition No person shall knowingly distribute or exhibit to the public a version of a film or any copy in any format of a film which bears the seal described in section 179m(a)(3) of this title (A) is not included in the National Film Registry; or (B) is included in the National Film Registry, but such film or film copy has not been approved for use of the seal by the Librarian pursuant to section 179m(a)(1)(D) of this title (2) Prohibition on promotion No person shall knowingly use the seal described in section 179m(a)(3) of this title (b) Effective date of seal The use of the seal described in section 179m(a)(3) of this title section 179m(a)(2) of this title ( Pub. L. 104285, title I,  107 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3381 Pub. L. 1099, title III,  302(d) Apr. 27, 2005 119 Stat. 225  Editorial Notes Amendments 2005Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 1099,  302(d)(1) Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 1099,  302(d)(2)  179r. Remedies (a) Jurisdiction The several district courts of the United States shall have jurisdiction, for cause shown, to prevent and restrain violations of section 179q(a) of this title (b) Relief (1) Removal of seal Except as provided in paragraph (2), relief for violation of section 179q(a) of this title (2) Fine and injunctive relief In the case of a pattern or practice of the willful violation of section 179q(a) of this title ( Pub. L. 104285, title I,  108 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3381  179s. Limitations of remedies  The remedies provided in section 179r of this title l section 179m(a)(3) of this title ( Pub. L. 104285, title I,  109 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3381  179t. Staff of Board; experts and consultants (a) Staff The Librarian may appoint and fix the pay of such personnel as the Librarian considers appropriate to carry out sections 179 l (b) Experts and consultants The Librarian may, in carrying out sections 179 l section 3109(b) of title 5 ( Pub. L. 104285, title I,  110 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3381  Editorial Notes  References in Text The General Schedule, referred to in subsec. (b), is set out under section 5332 of Title 5  179u. Definitions As used in sections 179 l (1) the term Librarian means the Librarian of Congress; (2) the term Board means the National Film Preservation Board; (3) the term film means a motion picture as defined in section 101 of title 17 (4) the term publication means publication as defined in section 101 of title 17 (5) the term Registry version means, with respect to a film, the version of a film first published, or as complete a version as bona fide preservation and restoration activities by the Librarian, an archivist other than the Librarian, or the copyright owner can compile in those cases where the original material has been irretrievably lost. ( Pub. L. 104285, title I,  111 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3382  179v. Authorization of appropriations  There are authorized to be appropriated to the Librarian for the first fiscal year beginning on or after October 11, 1996 l ( Pub. L. 104285, title I,  112 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3382 Pub. L. 110336,  3(a)(1)(A) Oct. 2, 2008 122 Stat. 3727 Pub. L. 114217,  3(a) July 29, 2016 130 Stat. 840  Editorial Notes Amendments 2016 Pub. L. 114217 2008 Pub. L. 110336 October 11, 1996 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2008 Amendment Pub. L. 110336,  3(a)(1)(C) Oct. 2, 2008 122 Stat. 3727 The amendments made by this paragraph [amending this section and section 179w of this title Pub. L. 104285, title I  179w. Effective date  The provisions of sections 179 l l ( Pub. L. 104285, title I,  113 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3382 Pub. L. 1099, title III,  302(e) Apr. 27, 2005 119 Stat. 226 Pub. L. 110336,  3(a)(1)(B) Oct. 2, 2008 122 Stat. 3727  Editorial Notes  References in Text The National Film Preservation Act of 1988, referred to in text, is Pub. L. 100446, title I Sept. 27, 1988 102 Stat. 17821788 l Pub. L. 102307, title II,  214 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 272 The National Film Preservation Act of 1992, referred to in text, is title II of Pub. L. 102307 June 26, 1992 106 Stat. 267 Pub. L. 104285, title I,  114 Oct. 11, 1996 110 Stat. 3382 Amendments 2008 Pub. L. 110336 l October 11, 1996 2005 Pub. L. 1099 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2008 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 110336 Pub. L. 104285, title I section 3(a)(1)(C) of Pub. L. 110336 section 179v of this title Effective Date Extension Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  1205(a) Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3189 Pub. L. 104285 l section 179 of this title Oct. 11, 1996  180. Legislative information retrieval system (a) Purpose The purpose of this section is to reduce the cost of information support for the Congress by eliminating duplication among systems which provide electronic access by Congress to legislative information. (b) Legislative information defined As used in this section, the term legislative information means information, prepared within the legislative branch, consisting of the text of publicly available bills, amendments, committee hearings, and committee reports, the text of the Congressional Record, data relating to bill status, data relating to legislative activity, and other similar public information that is directly related to the legislative process. (c) Development of single system to serve entire Congress Pursuant to the plan approved under subsection (d) and consistent with the provisions of any other law, the Library of Congress or the entity designated by that plan shall develop and maintain, in coordination with other appropriate entities of the legislative branch, a single legislative information retrieval system to serve the entire Congress. (d) Development and approval of plan The Library shall develop a plan for creation of this system, taking into consideration the findings and recommendations of the study directed by House Report No. 103517 to identify and eliminate redundancies in congressional information systems. This plan must be approved by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives, and the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Library shall provide these committees with regular status reports on the development of the plan. (e) Availability of information to public In formulating its plan, the Library shall examine issues regarding efficient ways to make this information available to the public. This analysis shall be submitted to the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives as well as the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, and the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives for their consideration and possible action. ( Pub. L. 10453, title II,  209 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 532  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  181. Program for exchange of information among legislative branch agencies (a) On September 16, 1996 (b) As used in this section (1) the term offices and agencies of the legislative branch means, the office of the Clerk of the House, the office of the Secretary of the Senate, the office of the Architect of the Capitol, the Government Accountability Office, the Government Publishing Office, the Library of Congress, the Congressional Research Service, the Congressional Budget Office, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, and the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate; and (2) the term technology refers to any form of computer hardware and software; computer-based systems, services, and support for the creation, processing, exchange, and delivery of information; and telecommunications systems, and the associated hardware and software, that provide for voice, data, or image communication. ( Pub. L. 104197, title III,  314 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2415 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(b) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537  Editorial Notes Amendments 2004Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 108271 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Government Publishing Office substituted for Government Printing Office in subsec. (b)(1) on authority of section 1301(b) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44  182. Cooperative Acquisitions Program Revolving Fund (a) Establishment Effective October 1, 1997 (b) Amounts deposited The revolving fund shall consist of (1) any amounts appropriated by law for the purposes of the revolving fund; (2) any amounts held by the Librarian as of October 1, 1997 October 7, 1997 (3) the difference between (A) the total value of the supplies, equipment, gift fund balances, and other assets of the program, and (B) the total value of the liabilities (including unfunded liabilities such as the value of accrued annual leave of employees) of the program. (c) Credits to revolving fund The revolving fund shall be credited with all advances and amounts received as payment for purchases under the program and services and supplies furnished to program participants, at rates estimated by the Librarian to be adequate to recover the full direct and indirect costs of the program to the Library over a reasonable period of time. (d) Unobligated balances Any unobligated and unexpended balances in the revolving fund that the Librarian determines to be in excess of amounts needed for activities financed by the revolving fund, shall be deposited in the Treasury of the United States as miscellaneous receipts. Amounts needed for activities financed by the revolving fund means the direct and indirect costs of the program, including the costs of purchasing, shipping, binding of books and other library materials; supplies, materials, equipment and services needed in support of the program; salaries and benefits; general overhead; and travel. (e) Audit The revolving fund shall be subject to audit by the Comptroller General at the Comptroller Generals discretion. ( Pub. L. 10555, title II,  207 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1193 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1403 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2247  Editorial Notes Amendments 2007Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 110161  182a. Revolving fund for duplication services associated with audiovisual conservation center (a) Establishment There is hereby established in the Treasury a revolving fund for duplication and delivery services provided by the Librarian of Congress (hereafter in sections 182a to 182d of this title referred to as the Librarian) which are associated with the national audiovisual conservation center established under the Act entitled An Act to authorize acquisition of certain real property for the Library of Congress, and for other purposes, approved December 15, 1997 Public Law 105144 2 U.S.C. 141 (b) Fees for services The Librarian may charge a fee for providing services described in subsection (a), and shall deposit any such fees charged into the revolving fund under this section. (c) Contents of fund (1) In general The revolving fund under this section shall consist of the following amounts: (A) Amounts deposited by the Librarian under subsection (b). (B) Any other amounts received by the Librarian which are attributable to the services described in subsection (a). (C) Amounts deposited by the Librarian under paragraph (2). (D) Such other amounts as may be appropriated under law. (2) Deposit of funds during transition The Librarian shall transfer to the revolving fund under this section the following: (A) Any obligated, unexpended balances existing as of the date of the transfer which are attributable to the services described in subsection (a). (B) An amount equal to the difference as of such date between (i) the total value of the supplies, inventories, equipment, gift fund balances, and other assets attributable to such services; and (ii) the total value of the liabilities attributable to such services. (d) Use of amounts in fund Amounts in the revolving fund under this section shall be available to the Librarian, in amounts specified in appropriations Acts and without fiscal year limitation, to carry out the services described in subsection (a). ( Pub. L. 106481, title I,  101 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2187 Pub. L. 10768, title II,  207 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 587  Editorial Notes  References in Text Sections 182a to 182d of this title, referred to in subsec. (a), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 106481 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2187 section 154 of this title section 154 of this title Amendments 2001 Pub. L. 10768 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 106481, title I,  105 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2190 The provisions of this title [enacting this section and sections 182b to 182d of this title and provisions set out as a note under this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year. Short Title Pub. L. 106481,  1 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2187 This Act [enacting this section and sections 182b to 182d of this title, amending section 154 of this title section 154 of this title  182b. Revolving fund for sales shop and other services (a) Establishment There is hereby established in the Treasury a revolving fund for the following programs and activities of the Librarian: (1) Decimal classification development. (2) The operation of a gift shop or other sales of items associated with collections, exhibits, performances, and special events of the Library of Congress. (3) Document reproduction and microfilming services. (4) Special events and programs. (5) Training. (b) Individual accounting requirement A separate account shall be maintained in the revolving fund under this section with respect to the programs and activities described in each of the paragraphs of subsection (a). (c) Fees for services The Librarian may charge a fee for services under any of the programs and activities described in subsection (a), and shall deposit any such fees charged into the account of the revolving fund under this section for such program or activity. (d) Contents of accounts in fund (1) In general Each account of the revolving fund under this section shall consist of the following amounts: (A) Amounts deposited by the Librarian under subsection (c). (B) Any other amounts received by the Librarian which are attributable to the programs and activities covered by such account. (C) Amounts deposited by the Librarian under paragraph (2). (D) Such other amounts as may be appropriated under law. (2) Deposit of funds during transition The Librarian shall transfer to each account of the revolving fund under this section the following: (A) Any obligated, unexpended balances existing as of the date of the transfer which are attributable to the programs and activities covered by such account. (B) An amount equal to the difference as of such date between (i) the total value of the supplies, inventories, equipment, gift fund balances, and other assets attributable to such programs and activities; and (ii) the total value of the liabilities attributable to such programs and activities. (e) Use of amounts (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), amounts in the accounts of the revolving fund under this section shall be available to the Librarian, in amounts specified in appropriations Acts and without fiscal year limitation, to carry out the programs and activities covered by such accounts. (2) Special rule for payments for certain Capitol Police services In the case of any amount in the revolving fund consisting of a payment received for services of the United States Capitol Police in connection with a special event or program described in subsection (a)(4), the Librarian shall transfer such amount upon receipt to the Capitol Police for deposit into the applicable appropriations accounts of the Capitol Police. ( Pub. L. 106481, title I,  102 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2188 Pub. L. 10768, title II,  208(a) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 587 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(f)(1) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2235 Pub. L. 110178,  6(a) Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2553 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  151(1) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 784  Editorial Notes Amendments 2018 Pub. L. 115141,  151(1)(A) Subsec. (a)(5). Pub. L. 115141,  151(1)(B) 2010Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 110161,  1004(f)(1) 2008Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 110178 2007Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 110161,  1004(f)(1) Pub. L. 110178 Pub. L. 111145 2001Subsec. (a)(4). Pub. L. 10768 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Repeal of section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 110161 section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 110178 section 6(d) of Pub. L. 111145 section 1901 of this title Effective Date of 2008 Amendment Pub. L. 110178,  6(c) Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2554 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to services provided by the United States Capitol Police on or after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Jan. 7, 2008 Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(f)(3) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2236 Dec. 26, 2007 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54 Effective Date of 2001 Amendment Pub. L. 10768, title II,  208(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 587 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect upon the date on which the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate approve a report submitted to the Committees by the Librarian of Congress which describes the guidelines and policies applicable to the hosting of special events and programs by the Librarian which are covered under section 102(a)(4) of the Library of Congress Fiscal Operations Improvement Act of 2000 [ 2 U.S.C. 182b(a)(4) Effective Date Section applicable with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year, see section 105 of Pub. L. 106481 section 182a of this title  182c. Revolving fund for FEDLINK program and Federal Research program (a) Establishment There is hereby established in the Treasury a revolving fund for the Federal Library and Information Network program (hereafter in sections 182a to 182d of this title referred to as the FEDLINK program) of the Library of Congress (as described in subsection (f)(1)) and the Federal Research program of the Library of Congress (as described in subsection (f)(2)). (b) Individual accounting requirement A separate account shall be maintained in the revolving fund under this section with respect to the programs described in subsection (a). (c) Fees for services (1) In general The Librarian may charge a fee for services under the FEDLINK program and the Federal Research program, and shall deposit any such fees charged into the account of the revolving fund under this section for such program. (2) Advances of funds Participants in the FEDLINK program and the Federal Research program shall pay for products and services of the program by advance of funds (A) if the Librarian determines that amounts in the Revolving Fund 1 1 (B) upon agreement between participants and the Librarian. (d) Contents of fund (1) In general Each account of the revolving fund under this section shall consist of the following amounts: (A) Amounts deposited by the Librarian under subsection (c). (B) Any other amounts received by the Librarian which are attributable to the program covered by such account. (C) Amounts deposited by the Librarian under paragraph (2). (D) Such other amounts as may be appropriated under law. (2) Deposit of funds during transition Notwithstanding section 1535(d) of title 31 (A) Any obligated, unexpended balances existing as of the date of the transfer which are attributable to the FEDLINK program or the Federal Research program. (B) An amount equal to the difference as of such date between (i) the total value of the supplies, inventories, equipment, gift fund balances, and other assets attributable to such program; and (ii) the total value of the liabilities attributable to such program. (e) Use of amounts in fund Amounts in the accounts of the revolving fund under this section shall be available to the Librarian, in amounts specified in appropriations Acts and without fiscal year limitation, to carry out the program covered by each such account. (f) Programs described (1) FEDLINK In this section, the FEDLINK program is the program of the Library of Congress under which the Librarian provides the following services on behalf of participating Federal libraries, Federal information centers, other entities of the Federal Government, tribal governments (as defined in 40 U.S.C. 502(c)(2)(B) (A) The procurement of commercial information services, publications in any format, and library support services. (B) Related accounting services. (C) Related education, information, and support services. (2) Federal Research program In this section, the Federal Research program is the program of the Library of Congress under which the Librarian provides research reports, translations, and analytical studies for entities of the Federal Government and the District of Columbia (other than any program of the Congressional Research Service). ( Pub. L. 106481, title I,  103 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2189 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  151(2) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 784  Editorial Notes  References in Text Sections 182a to 182d of this title, referred to in subsec. (a), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 106481 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2187 section 154 of this title section 154 of this title section 182a of this title Amendments 2018Subsec. (f)(1). Pub. L. 115141 40 U.S.C. 502(c)(2)(B) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year, see section 105 of Pub. L. 106481 section 182a of this title  182d. Audits by Comptroller General  Each of the revolving funds established under sections 182a to 182d of this title shall be subject to audit by the Comptroller General at the Comptroller Generals discretion. ( Pub. L. 106481, title I,  104 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2190  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year, see section 105 of Pub. L. 106481 section 182a of this title  182e. Library of Congress National Collection Stewardship Fund (a) Establishment There is hereby established in the Treasury of the United States, as an account for the Librarian of Congress, the Library of Congress National Collection Stewardship Fund (hereafter in this section referred to as the Fund). (b) Contents of Fund The Fund shall consist of the following amounts: (1)  1 1 (c) Use of amounts Amounts in the Fund may be used by the Librarian as follows: (1) The Librarian may use amounts directly for the purpose of preparing collection materials of the Library of Congress for long-term storage. (2) The Librarian may transfer amounts to the Architect of the Capitol for the purpose of designing, constructing, altering, upgrading, and equipping collections preservation and storage facilities for the Library of Congress, or for the purpose of acquiring real property by lease for the preservation and storage of Library of Congress collections in accordance with section 1823a of this title (d) Continuing availability of funds Any amounts in the Fund shall remain available until expended. (e) Annual report Not later than 180 days after the end of each fiscal year, the Librarian shall submit a joint report on the Fund to the Joint Committee on the Library and the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate. (f) Initial 5year plan Not later than 6 months after May 5, 2017 (g) Notification of transfers Prior to any transfer into the Fund, the Librarian shall notify the Joint Committee on the Library and the Committees on Appropriations of the House and the Senate of the amount and origin of funds to be transferred. (h) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2017 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 11531, div. I, title I,  1302 May 5, 2017 131 Stat. 584  183. Written history of the House of Representatives (a) In general Subject to available funding and in accordance with the requirements of this section and section 183a of this title (b) Guidelines In carrying out subsection (a), the Librarian of Congress shall take into account the following: (1) The history should be an illustrated, narrative history of the House of Representatives, organized chronologically. (2) The historys intended audience is the general reader, as well as Members of Congress and their staffs. (3) The history should include a discussion of the First and Second Continental Congresses and the Constitutional Convention, especially with regard to their roles in creating the House of Representatives. (c) Printing (1) In general The Librarian of Congress shall arrange for the printing of the history. (2) Printing arrangements The printing may be performed (A) by the Director of the Government Publishing Office pursuant to the provisions of chapter 5 of title 44; (B) under a cooperative arrangement among the Librarian of Congress, a private funding source obtained pursuant to subsection (e), and a publisher in the private sector; or (C) under subparagraphs (A) and (B). (3) Internet dissemination Any arrangement under paragraph (2) shall include terms for dissemination of excerpts of the history over the Internet via facilities maintained by the United States Government. (4) Member copies To the extent that the history is printed by the Director of the Government Publishing Office, copies of the history provided to the Congress under subsection (d) shall be charged to the Government Publishing Offices congressional allotment for printing and binding. (d) Distribution The Librarian of Congress shall make the history available for sale to the public, and shall make available, free of charge, 5 copies to each Member of the House of Representatives and 250 copies to the Senate. (e) Private funding The Librarian of Congress shall solicit and accept funding for the preparation, publication, marketing, and public distribution of the history from private individuals, organizations, or entities. ( Pub. L. 10699,  2 Nov. 12, 1999 113 Stat. 1330 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1305 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 379 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(b) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537  Editorial Notes  References in Text This section and section 183a of this title Pub. L. 10699 section 183a of this title Amendments 2003Subsec. (c)(3). Pub. L. 1087 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Director of the Government Publishing Office substituted for Public Printer in subsec. (c)(2)(A), (4) on authority of section 1301(d) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44 Government Publishing Offices substituted for Government Printing Offices in subsec. (c)(4) on authority of section 1301(b) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44 Short Title Pub. L. 10699,  1 Nov. 12, 1999 113 Stat. 1330 This Act [enacting this section and section 183a of this title  183a. Oral history of the House of Representatives (a) In general The Librarian of Congress shall accept for deposit, preserve, maintain, and make accessible an oral history of the House of Representatives, as told by its Members and former Members, compiled and updated (on a voluntary or contract basis) by the United States Association of Former Members of Congress or other private organization. In carrying out this section, the Librarian of Congress may enlist the voluntary aid or assistance of such organization, or may contract with it for such services as may be necessary. (b) Definition of oral history In this section, the term oral history means a story or history consisting of personal recollection as recorded by any one or more of the following means: (1) Interviews. (2) Transcripts. (3) Audio recordings. (4) Video recordings. (5) Such other form or means as may be suitable for the recording and preservation of such information. ( Pub. L. 10699,  3 Nov. 12, 1999 113 Stat. 1331  184. Incorporation of digital collections into educational curricula (a) Short title This section may be cited as the Library of Congress Digital Collections and Educational Curricula Act of 2005. (b) Program The Librarian of Congress shall administer a program to teach educators and librarians how to incorporate the digital collections of the Library of Congress into educational curricula. (c) Educational consortium In administering the program under this section, the Librarian of Congress may (1) establish an educational consortium to support the program; and (2) make funds appropriated for the program available to consortium members, educational institutions, and libraries. (d) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section for fiscal year 2006 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1306 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 583  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2006.  185. Inspector General of the Library of Congress (a) Short title This section may be cited as the Library of Congress Inspector General Act of 2005. (b) Office of Inspector General There is an Office of Inspector General within the Library of Congress which is an independent objective office to (1) conduct and supervise audits and investigations (excluding incidents involving violence and personal property) relating to the Library of Congress, except that nothing in this paragraph may be construed to authorize the Inspector General to audit or investigate any operations or activities of the United States Capitol Police; (2) provide leadership and coordination and recommend policies to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness; and (3) provide a means of keeping the Librarian of Congress and the Congress fully and currently informed about problems and deficiencies relating to the administration and operations of the Library of Congress. (c) Appointment of Inspector General; supervision; removal; pay; limits on bonuses; counsel (1) Appointment and supervision (A) In general There shall be at the head of the Office of Inspector General, an Inspector General who shall be appointed by the Librarian of Congress without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of integrity and demonstrated ability in accounting, auditing, financial analysis, law, management analysis, public administration, or investigations. The Inspector General shall report to, and be under the general supervision of, the Librarian of Congress. (B) Audits, investigations, and reports The Librarian of Congress shall have no authority to prevent or prohibit the Inspector General from (i) initiating, carrying out, or completing any audit or investigation; (ii) issuing any subpoena during the course of any audit or investigation; or (iii) issuing any report. (2) Removal or transfer (A) In general The Inspector General may be removed from office, or transferred to another position within, or another location of, the Library of Congress, by the Librarian of Congress. (B) Notice Not later than 30 days before the Librarian of Congress removes or transfers the Inspector General under subparagraph (A), the Librarian of Congress shall communicate in writing the reason for the removal or transfer to (i) the Committee on House Administration and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives; and (ii) the Committee on Rules and Administration and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate. (C) Applicability Nothing in this paragraph shall prohibit a personnel action (except for removal or transfer) that is otherwise authorized by law. (3) Pay (A) In general The position of Inspector General shall (i) be classified as a position above GS15 in accordance with section 5108 of title 5 (ii) have a rate of basic pay that is not less than the average rate of basic pay of all other employees in positions classified as above GS15 of the Library of Congress calculated on an annual basis. (B) Adjustments The Librarian of Congress shall establish the amount of the annual adjustment in the rate of basic pay for the Inspector General in an amount equal to the average of the annual adjustments in the rate of basic pay provided to all other employees in positions classified as above GS15 of the Library of Congress, in a manner consistent with section 5376 of title 5 (4) No bonuses The Inspector General may not receive any cash award or cash bonus, including a cash award under chapter 45 of title 5. (5) Counsel The Inspector General shall, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations governing selections, appointments, and employment at the Library of Congress, obtain legal advice from a counsel reporting directly to the Inspector General or another Inspector General. (d) Duties, responsibilities, authority, and reports (1) In general Sections 404, 405 (other than subsection (b)(13)), 406(a) (other than paragraphs (7) and (8) thereof), 1 1 (A) Library of Congress for establishment; and (B) Librarian of Congress for head of the establishment. (2) Employees (A) In general The Inspector General, in carrying out the provisions of this section, is authorized, without the supervision or approval of any other employee, office, or other entity within the Library of Congress, to select, appoint, and employ such officers and employees (including consultants) as may be necessary for carrying out the functions, powers, and duties of the Office of Inspector General subject to the provisions of law governing selections, appointments, and employment in the Library of Congress. (B) Security and suitability Appointments under the authority under subparagraph (A) shall be made consistent with personnel security and suitability requirements. (C) Consultants Any appointment of a consultant under the authority under subparagraph (A) shall be made consistent with section 6(a)(8) of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.). 1 (3) Law enforcement authority (A) In general Subject to subparagraph (B), any supervisory special agent under the Inspector General and any special agent supervised by such a supervisory special agent is authorized to (i) make an arrest without a warrant while engaged in official duties as authorized under this section or any other statute for any offense against the United States committed in the presence of such supervisory special agent or special agent, or for any felony cognizable under the laws of the United States if such supervisory special agent or special agent has reasonable grounds to believe that the person to be arrested has committed or is committing such felony; (ii) seek and execute warrants for arrest, search of a premises, or seizure of evidence issued under the authority of the United States upon probable cause to believe that a violation has been committed; and (iii) carry a firearm while engaged in official duties as authorized under this section or any other statute. (B) Requirements to exercise authority (i) Required certification (I) In general In order to exercise the authority under subparagraph (A), a supervisory special agent or a special agent supervised by such a supervisory special agent shall certify that he or she (aa) is a citizen of the United States; (bb) has successfully completed a basic law enforcement training program or military or other equivalent; and (cc) is not prohibited from receiving a firearm under Federal law, including under section 922(g)(9) of title 18 (II) Additional requirements After providing notice to the appropriate committees of Congress, the Inspector General may add requirements to the certification required under subclause (I), as determined appropriate by the Inspector General. (ii) Maintenance of requirements The Inspector General shall maintain firearms-related requirements (including quarterly firearms qualifications) and use of force training requirements that, except to the extent the Inspector General determines necessary to effectively carry out the duties of the Office of the Inspector General, are in accordance with the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency use of force policies, which incorporate Department of Justice guidelines. (iii) Eligibility determination (I) In general The Inspector General shall (aa) determine whether an individual meets the requirements under this paragraph; and (bb) revoke any authority granted to an individual under subparagraph (A) if the individual is not in compliance with the requirements of this paragraph. (II) Reauthorization The Inspector General may reauthorize an individual to exercise the authority granted under subparagraph (A) if the Inspector General determines the individual has achieved compliance with the requirements under this paragraph. (III) Limitation on appeal A revocation of the authority granted under subparagraph (A) shall not be subject to administrative, judicial, or other review, unless the revocation results in an adverse action. Such an adverse action may, at the election of the applicable individual, be reviewed in accordance with the otherwise applicable procedures. (C) Semiannual certification of program (i) In general Before the first grant of authority under subparagraph (A), and semiannually thereafter as part of the report under section 5 of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.), 1 (ii) Suspension of authority The authority granted under this paragraph (including any grant of authority to an individual under subparagraph (A), without regard to whether the individual is in compliance with subparagraph (B)) may be suspended by the Inspector General if the Office of Inspector General fails to comply with the reporting and review requirements under clause (i) of this subparagraph or subparagraph (D). Any suspension of authority under this clause shall be reported to the appropriate committees of Congress. (D) Peer review To ensure the proper exercise of the law enforcement powers authorized under this paragraph, the Office of Inspector General shall submit to and participate in the external review process established by the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency for ensuring that adequate internal safeguards and management procedures continue to exist. Under the review process, the exercise of the law enforcement powers by the Office of Inspector General shall be reviewed periodically by another Office of Inspector General or by a committee of Inspectors General. The results of each review shall be communicated in writing to the Inspector General, the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency, and the appropriate committees of Congress. (E) Alleged misconduct Any allegation of misconduct by an individual granted authority under subparagraph (A) may be reviewed by the Integrity Committee of the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency. (F) Appropriate committees of Congress In this paragraph, the term appropriate committees of Congress means (i) the Committee on Rules and Administration and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and (ii) the Committee on House Administration and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (4) Budget independence The Librarian of Congress shall include the annual budget request of the Inspector General in the budget of the Library of Congress without change. (e) Transfers All functions, personnel, and budget resources of the Office of Investigations of the Library of Congress are transferred to the Office of Inspector General. (f) Incumbent The individual who serves in the position of Inspector General of the Library of Congress on August 2, 2005 (g) References References in any other Federal law, Executive order, rule, regulation, or delegation of authority, or any document of or relating to the Inspector General of the Library of Congress shall be deemed to refer to the Inspector General of the Library of Congress as set forth under this section. (h) Effective date This section shall be effective on August 2, 2005 ( Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1307 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 583 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(d)(3) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2234 Pub. L. 110178,  4(c) Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2552 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54 Pub. L. 11694, div. P, title XVI Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 3209 Pub. L. 117286,  4(b)(1) Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4342  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 406(a) (other than paragraphs (7) and (8) thereof) of title 5, referred to in subsec. (d)(1), probably should be a reference to section 406 (other than subsection (a)(7)) of title 5. Pub. L. 11694,  1602(a)(2) Pub. L. 117286 section 406 of title 5 Pub. L. 11694 Sections 5 and 6(a)(8) of the Inspector General Act of 1978, referred to in subsec. (d)(2)(C), (3)(C)(i), are sections 5 and 6(a)(8) of Pub. L. 95452 Pub. L. 117286 Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4212 Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2006. Amendments 2022Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 117286 Pub. L. 11694,  1602(a)(2) 2019Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 11694,  1602(a)(1)(A) Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 11694,  1602(a)(1)(B) Subsec. (c)(3) to (5). Pub. L. 11694,  1602(a)(1)(C) Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 11694,  1602(a)(2) Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 11694,  1605(a) Subsec. (d)(3). Pub. L. 11694,  1603(a) Subsec. (d)(4). Pub. L. 11694,  1604(a)(1) 2010Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 110161,  1004(d)(3) 2008Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 110178 2007Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 110161,  1004(d)(3) Pub. L. 110178 Pub. L. 111145 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Repeal of section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 110161 section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 110178 section 6(d) of Pub. L. 111145 section 1901 of this title Effective Date of 2008 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 110178 Oct. 1, 2009 section 4(d) of Pub. L. 110178 section 167 of this title  186. Library of Congress orders under task and delivery order contracts (a) Contract modifications An order issued under a task order contract or a delivery order contract (as such terms are defined in section 4101 of title 41 (b) Omitted (c) Protests (1) Protest not authorized A protest to an order described in subsection (a) filed pursuant to the procedures in subchapter V of chapter 35 of title 31 is not authorized unless such protest (A) is an objection on the basis that the order is in violation of subsection (a); or (B) concerns an order valued in excess of $10,000,000. (2) Jurisdiction over protests Notwithstanding section 3556 of title 31 (d) Effective date This section and the amendment made by this section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2022 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  142 Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 519  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of section 142 of div. I of Pub. L. 117103 section 142 of div. I of Pub. L. 117103 section 6102 of Title 41 CHAPTER 6 CONGRESSIONAL AND COMMITTEE PROCEDURE; INVESTIGATIONS    Sec.  190 190c. Repealed.  190d. Legislative review by standing committees of the Senate and the House of Representatives.  190e. Repealed.  190f. General appropriation bills.  190g. Nonconsideration of certain private bills and resolutions.  190h 190k. Repealed.  190l. Private claims pending before Congress; taking of testimony.  190m. Subpoena for taking testimony; compensation of officers and witnesses; return of depositions.  191. Oaths to witnesses.  192. Refusal of witness to testify or produce papers.  193. Privilege of witnesses.  194. Certification of failure to testify or produce; grand jury action.  194a. Request by Congressional committees to officers or employees of Federal departments, agencies, etc., concerned with foreign countries or multilateral organizations for expression of views and opinions.  194b. Omitted.  195. Fees of witnesses in District of Columbia.  195a. Restriction on payment of witness fees or travel and subsistence expenses to persons subpenaed by Congressional committees.  195b. Fees for witnesses requested to appear before Majority Policy Committee or Minority Policy Committee.  196. Senate resolutions for investigations; limit of cost.  197. Compensation of employees.  198. Adjournment.  199. Member of commission, board, etc., appointed by President pro tempore of Senate; recommendation process; applicability.  190. Repealed. S. Res. 4,  301(b), Feb. 4, 1977   Section, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  137 60 Stat. 832  190a to 190a2. Repealed. S. Res. 274,  2(a), Nov. 14, 1979   Section 190a, acts Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 381 Oct. 26, 1970 Pub. L. 91510, title I 84 Stat. 11431149 Dec. 16, 1970 Pub. L. 91552,  1(2) 84 Stat. 1440 Oct. 11, 1971 Pub. L. 92136,  3(a) 85 Stat. 377 Nov. 5, 1975  Section 190a1, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  133A Oct. 26, 1970 Pub. L. 91510, title I 84 Stat. 11511153 Nov. 5, 1975  Section 190a2, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  133B Oct. 26, 1970 Pub. L. 91510, title I,  130(a) 84 Stat. 1163  190a3. Repealed. S. Res. 9,  2, Nov. 5, 1975   Section, Pub. L. 93344, title I,  102(d) July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 301  190b, 190c. Repealed. S. Res. 274,  2(a), Nov. 14, 1979   Section 190b, acts Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 831 Oct. 26, 1970 Pub. L. 91510, title I,  117(a) 84 Stat. 1155 Dec. 16, 1970 Pub. L. 91552,  1(6) 84 Stat. 1440 July 12, 1974 Pub. L. 93344, title IX,  903(a) 88 Stat. 331 Feb. 4, 1977  Section 190c, acts Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 832 Oct. 26, 1970 Pub. L. 91510, title I,  125(a)(2) 84 Stat. 1159  190d. Legislative review by standing committees of the Senate and the House of Representatives (a) Scope of assistance In order to assist the Congress in (1) its analysis, appraisal, and evaluation of the application, administration, and execution of the laws enacted by the Congress, and (2) its formulation, consideration, and enactment of such modifications of or changes in those laws, and of such additional legislation, as may be necessary or appropriate, each standing committee of the Senate 1 1 (b) Reports to the Senate and the House of Representatives In each odd-numbered year beginning on or after January 1, 1973 1 (c) Exceptions The preceding provisions of this section do not apply to the Committees on Appropriations and the Budget of the Senate 1 ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 832 Pub. L. 91510, title I,  118(a)(1) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1156 Pub. L. 92136,  1 Oct. 11, 1971 85 Stat. 376 Pub. L. 93344, title VII,  701 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 325 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  206(1) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1742  Editorial Notes Amendments 1996Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 104186 1974Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 93344,  701 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 93344,  903(b) 1971Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 92136 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 92136 January 1, 1973 January 1, 1973 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 92136 1970Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 91510 Subsecs. (b), (c). Pub. L. 91510 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Jan. 5, 2011 Effective Date of 1971 Amendment Pub. L. 92136,  9(a) Oct. 11, 1971 85 Stat. 378 The amendments made by the first section [amending this section] section 2, and section 5 of this Act [amending section 4301 of this title January 3, 1971 Effective Date of 1970 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 91510 Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title Effective Date Section effective Jan. 2, 1947 act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I 60 Stat. 834 Partial Repeal Section 2(a), S. Res. 274, Ninety-sixth Congress, Nov. 14, 1979  190e. Repealed. Pub. L. 91510, title II,  242(b)(1) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1172   Section, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  138 60 Stat. 832 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  190f. General appropriation bills (a) Repealed. Pub. L. 91510, title I,  108(d) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1149 (b) Standard appropriation classification schedule The Committees on Appropriations of the two Houses 1 1 (c) Nonconsideration if a provision reappropriates unexpended balances No general appropriation bill or amendment thereto shall be received or considered in either House 1 ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 833 Pub. L. 91510, title I,  108(d) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1149  Editorial Notes Codification Section constitutes subsections (a) to (c) of section 139 of act Aug. 2, 1946 Amendments 1970Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 91510 section 190a(f) of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1970 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 91510 Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title Effective Date Section effective Jan. 2, 1947 act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I 60 Stat. 834 Partial Repeal Section 2(a), S. Res. 274, Ninety-sixth Congress, Nov. 14, 1979  190g. Nonconsideration of certain private bills and resolutions  No private bill or resolution (including so-called omnibus claims or pension bills), and no amendment to any bill or resolution, authorizing or directing (1) the payment of money for property damages, for personal injuries or death for which suit may be instituted under the Federal Tort Claims Act, or for a pension (other than to carry out a provision of law or treaty stipulation); (2) the construction of a bridge across a navigable stream; or (3) the correction of a military or naval record, shall be received or considered in either the Senate 1 1 ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 831  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Federal Tort Claims Act, referred to in text, is title IV of act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 842 Aug. 2, 1946 act June 25, 1948, ch. 646 62 Stat. 992 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 2, 1947 act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I 60 Stat. 834 Partial Repeal Section 2(a), S. Res. 274, Ninety-sixth Congress, Nov. 14, 1979  190h. Repealed. S. Res. 9,  2, Nov. 5, 1975   Section, Pub. L. 91510, title II,  242(a) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1171  190i to 190k. Repealed. S. Res. 274,  2(b), Nov. 14, 1979   Section 190i, Pub. L. 91510, title II,  243 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1173  Section 190j, Pub. L. 91510, title II,  252(a) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1173 Aug. 1, 1946, ch. 724,  302(d) Pub. L. 95110,  1 Sept. 20, 1977 91 Stat. 884  Section 190k, Pub. L. 91510, title II,  253(a) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1174  190l. Private claims pending before Congress; taking of testimony  Any committee of either House of Congress before which any private claim against the United States may at any time be pending, being first thereto authorized by the House appointing them, may order testimony to be taken, and books and papers to be examined, and copies thereof proved, before any standing master in chancery within the judicial district where such testimony or evidence is to be taken. Such master in chancery, upon receiving a copy of the order of such committee, signed by its chairman, setting forth the time and place when and where such examination is to be had, the questions to be investigated, and, so far as may be known to the committee, the names of the witnesses to be examined on the part of the United States, and the general nature of the books, papers, and documents to be proved, if known, shall proceed to give to such private parties reasonable notice of the time and place of such examination, unless such notice shall have been or shall be given by such committee or its chairman, or by the attorney or agent of the United States, or waived by such private party. And such master shall issue subpoenas for such witnesses as may have been named in the order of such committee, and such others as the agent or other representative of the United States hereinafter mentioned shall request. And he shall also issue subpoenas at the request of such private party, or parties, for such witnesses within such judicial district as they may desire: Provided ( Feb. 3, 1879, ch. 40,  1 20 Stat. 278 Mar. 3, 1911, ch. 231,  291 36 Stat. 1167 June 25, 1948, ch. 646,  1 62 Stat. 909  Editorial Notes Codification This section and section 190m of this title The original text referred to any standing master in chancery of the circuit of the United States within the judicial district where such testimony or evidence is to be taken. The words of the circuit of the United States were omitted as inappropriate since the abolition of circuit courts by act Mar. 3, 1911 Section was formerly classified to section 229 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Act June 25, 1948 Sept. 1, 1948 section 541 of Title 28  190m. Subpoena for taking testimony; compensation of officers and witnesses; return of depositions  It shall be the duty of the marshal of the United States for the district in which the testimony is to be taken to serve, or cause to be served, all subpoenas issued in behalf of the United States under this section and section 190 l l l ( Feb. 3, 1879, ch. 40,  2 20 Stat. 279 Mar. 3, 1911, ch. 231,  291 36 Stat. 1167 June 25, 1948, ch. 646,  1 62 Stat. 909 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  206(2) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1742  Editorial Notes Codification Upon its incorporation into the Code, references in this section to the circuit courts were omitted or changed to refer to the district courts to conform to act Mar. 3, 1911 Section was formerly classified to section 230 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Act June 25, 1948 Sept. 1, 1948 section 541 of Title 28  191. Oaths to witnesses  The President of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, or a chairman of any joint committee established by a joint or concurrent resolution of the two Houses of Congress, or of a committee of the whole, or of any committee of either House of Congress, is empowered to administer oaths to witnesses in any case under their examination. Any member of either House of Congress may administer oaths to witnesses in any matter depending in either House of Congress of which he is a Member, or any committee thereof. (R.S.  101; June 26, 1884, ch. 123 23 Stat. 60 June 22, 1938, ch. 594 52 Stat. 942  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  101 derived from acts May 3, 1798, ch. 36,  1 1 Stat. 554 Feb. 8, 1817, ch. 10 3 Stat. 345 R.S.  101 constitutes first sentence, and act June 26, 1884 Amendments 1938Act June 22, 1938  192. Refusal of witness to testify or produce papers  Every person who having been summoned as a witness by the authority of either House of Congress to give testimony or to produce papers upon any matter under inquiry before either House, or any joint committee established by a joint or concurrent resolution of the two Houses of Congress, or any committee of either House of Congress, willfully makes default, or who, having appeared, refuses to answer any question pertinent to the question under inquiry, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000 nor less than $100 and imprisonment in a common jail for not less than one month nor more than twelve months. (R.S.  102; June 22, 1938, ch. 594 52 Stat. 942  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  102 derived from act Jan. 24, 1857, ch. 19,  1 11 Stat. 155 Amendments 1938Act June 22, 1938  193. Privilege of witnesses  No witness is privileged to refuse to testify to any fact, or to produce any paper, respecting which he shall be examined by either House of Congress, or by any joint committee established by a joint or concurrent resolution of the two Houses of Congress, or by any committee of either House, upon the ground that his testimony to such fact or his production of such paper may tend to disgrace him or otherwise render him infamous. (R.S.  103; June 22, 1938, ch. 594 52 Stat. 942  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  103 derived from act Jan. 24, 1862, ch. 11 12 Stat. 333 Amendments 1938Act June 22, 1938  194. Certification of failure to testify or produce; grand jury action  Whenever a witness summoned as mentioned in section 192 of this title (R.S.  104; July 13, 1936, ch. 884 49 Stat. 2041 June 22, 1938, ch. 594 52 Stat. 942  Editorial Notes Codification R.S.  104 derived from act Jan. 24, 1857, ch. 19,  3 11 Stat. 156 Amendments 1938Act June 22, 1938 1936Act July 13, 1936  194a. Request by Congressional committees to officers or employees of Federal departments, agencies, etc., concerned with foreign countries or multilateral organizations for expression of views and opinions  Upon the request of a committee of either House of Congress, a joint committee of Congress, or a member of such committee, any officer or employee of the Department of State, the Agency for International Development, or any other department, agency, or independent establishment of the United States Government primarily concerned with matters relating to foreign countries or multilateral organizations may express his views and opinions, and make recommendations he considers appropriate, if the request of the committee or member of the committee relates to a subject which is within the jurisdiction of that committee. ( Pub. L. 92352, title V,  502 July 13, 1972 86 Stat. 496 Pub. L. 93126,  17 Oct. 18, 1973 87 Stat. 455 Pub. L. 105277, div. G Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2681775  Editorial Notes Amendments 1998 Pub. L. 105277,  1335(n) Pub. L. 105277,  1225(g) 1973 Pub. L. 93126 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1998 Amendment Amendment by section 1225(g) of Pub. L. 105277 Apr. 1, 1999 section 1201 of Pub. L. 105277 section 6511 of Title 22 Amendment by section 1335(n) of Pub. L. 105277 Oct. 1, 1999 section 1301 of Pub. L. 105277 section 6531 of Title 22  194b. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 100418, title V,  5421 Aug. 23, 1988 102 Stat. 1468 Aug. 23, 1988  195. Fees of witnesses in District of Columbia  Witnesses residing in the District of Columbia and not in the service of the government of said District or of the United States, who shall be summoned to give testimony before any committee of the House of Representatives, shall not be allowed exceeding $2 for each days attendance before said committee. ( May 1, 1876, ch. 88 19 Stat. 41  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries House Rule on Pay of Witnesses Rule XI, clause 5, Rules of the House of Representatives, provides that: Witnesses appearing before the House or any of its committees shall be paid the same per diem rate as established, authorized, and regulated by the Committee on House Administration for Members, Delegates, the Resident Commissioner, and employees of the House, plus actual expenses of travel to or from the place of examination. Such per diem may not be paid when a witness has been summoned at the place of examination.  195a. Restriction on payment of witness fees or travel and subsistence expenses to persons subpenaed by Congressional committees  No part of any appropriation disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate shall be available on and after July 12, 1960 ( Pub. L. 86628 July 12, 1960 74 Stat. 449  195b. Fees for witnesses requested to appear before Majority Policy Committee or Minority Policy Committee  Any witness requested to appear before the Majority Policy Committee or the Minority Policy Committee shall be entitled to a witness fee for each full day spent in traveling to and from the place at which he is to appear, and reimbursement of actual and necessary transportation expenses incurred in traveling to and from that place, at rates not to exceed those rates paid witnesses appearing before committees of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 93371,  7 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 431  196. Senate resolutions for investigations; limit of cost  Senate resolutions providing for inquiries and investigations shall contain a limit of cost of such investigation, which limit shall not be exceeded except by vote of the Senate authorizing additional amounts. ( Mar. 3, 1926, ch. 44,  1 44 Stat. 162  197. Compensation of employees  The rate of compensation for any position under the appropriations now available for, or hereafter made for, expenses of inquiries and investigations of the Senate or expenses of special and select committees of the House of Representatives shall not exceed the rates fixed under chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, for positions with comparable duties; and the salary limitations of $3,600 attached to appropriations heretofore made for expenses of inquiries and investigations of the Senate or for expenses of special and select committees of the House of Representatives are repealed. ( Feb. 9, 1937, ch. 9 50 Stat. 9 Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 782 63 Stat. 972  Editorial Notes Codification Chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5 substituted in text for the Classification Act of 1949 on authority of section 7(b) of Pub. L. 89554 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 631 Amendments 1949Act Oct. 28, 1949 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Repeals Act Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 782 Pub. L. 89554 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 632  198. Adjournment (a) Unless otherwise provided by the Congress, the two Houses shall (1) adjourn sine die not later than July 31 of each year; or (2) in the case of an odd-numbered year, provide, not later than July 31 of such year, by concurrent resolution adopted in each House by roll-call vote, for the adjournment of the two Houses from that Friday in August which occurs at least thirty days before the first Monday in September (Labor Day) of such year to the second day after Labor Day. (b) This section shall not be applicable in any year if on July 31 of such year a state of war exists pursuant to a declaration of war by the Congress. ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 831 Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  461(b) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1193  Editorial Notes Amendments 1970 Pub. L. 95110 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1970 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 91510 Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title Effective Date Section effective Jan. 2, 1947 act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I 60 Stat. 834  199. Member of commission, board, etc., appointed by President pro tempore of Senate; recommendation process; applicability (a) Any provision of law which provides that any member of a commission, board, committee, advisory group, or similar body is to be appointed by the President pro tempore of the Senate shall be construed to require that the appointment be made (1) upon recommendation of the Majority Leader of the Senate, if such provision of law specifies that the appointment is to be made on the basis of the appointees affiliation with the majority political party, (2) upon the recommendation of the Minority Leader of the Senate, if such provision of law specifies that the appointment is to be made on the basis of the appointees affiliation with the minority party, and (3) upon the joint recommendation of the Majority Leader of the Senate and the Minority Leader of the Senate, if such provision of law does not specify that the appointment is to be made on the appointees affiliation with the majority or minority political party. (b) The provisions of subsection (a) shall be applicable in the case of appointments made after December 22, 1980 December 22, 1980 ( Pub. L. 96576,  3 Dec. 22, 1980 94 Stat. 3355 CHAPTER 7 CONTESTED ELECTIONS  201 to 226. Repealed. Pub. L. 91138,  18 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 290   The subject matter of former sections 201 to 226 of this title is covered generally by chapter 12 of this title.  Section 201, R.S.  105, provided that whenever any person intended to contest an election of any member of House of Representatives he had to give notice in writing to that member within thirty days of result of such election.  Section 202, R.S.  106, provided that a member of House of Representatives whose election was contested serve an answer within thirty days after service of notice upon him.  Section 203, R.S.  107; Mar. 2, 1875, ch. 119,  2 18 Stat. 338  Section 204, R.S.  108, provided for taking of depositions upon notice to other party.  Section 205, R.S.  109, provided that testimony in contested election cases could be taken at two or more places at same time.  Section 206, R.S.  110; June 7, 1878, ch. 160 20 Stat. 99 July 1, 1898, ch. 541,  38 30 Stat. 555  Section 207, R.S.  111, set forth requisite contents of subpoenas.  Section 208, R.S.  112, authorized issuance of subpoenas by justices of the peace.  Section 209, R.S.  113, made provision for taking of depositions by written consent.  Section 210, R.S.  114, required that each witness be served with a subpoena at least five days prior to date he was required to attend.  Section 211, R.S.  115, exempted witness from attendance at examinations out of county in which they resided or were served with a subpoena.  Section 212, R.S.  116, mandated a $20 penalty to be recovered by party issuing subpoena, and a possible indictment for a misdemeanor, for failure of party summoned to attend or testify, unless prevented by sickness or unavoidable necessity.  Section 213, R.S.  117, provided that depositions of witnesses residing outside district be taken before any officer authorized to take testimony in contested election cases in district in which witness resided.  Section 214, R.S.  118, required selection of qualified officers to officiate jointly with officer named in notice.  Section 215, R.S.  119, provided that at taking of any deposition under this chapter, either party could appear and act in person, or by agent or attorney.  Section 216, R.S.  120, made provision for examination of witnesses through device of taking their depositions before a qualified officer.  Section 217, R.S.  121, provided that testimony to be taken by either party be confined to proof or disproof of facts alleged or denied in notice and answer.  Section 218, R.S.  122, required officer to reduce to writing testimony of witnesses, together with questions proposed by parties, and have this writing duly attested by witnesses.  Section 219, R.S.  123, empowered officer to require production of papers.  Section 220, R.S.  124, provided that taking of testimony might, if so stated in notice, be adjourned from day to day.  Section 221, R.S.  125, provided that notice to take depositions, with proof of service thereof, and a copy of the subpoena, where one has been served, be attached to depositions when completed.  Section 222, R.S.  126, provided that a copy of notice of contest and of answer of returned member, be prefixed to depositions taken and transmitted with them to Clerk of House of Representatives.  Section 223, R.S.  127; Mar. 2, 1875, ch. 119,  1 18 Stat. 338 Mar. 2, 1887, ch. 318 24 Stat. 445  Section 224, R.S.  128, fixed witness fees to be paid by party at whose instance witness was summoned.  Section 225, R.S.  129, provided that each officer employed pursuant to this chapter be entitled to receive from party who employed him, such fees as were allowed for similar services in State wherein such service was rendered.  Section 226, R.S.  130; Mar. 3, 1879, ch. 182,  1 20 Stat. 400 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after December 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title CHAPTER 8 FEDERAL CORRUPT PRACTICES  241 to 248. Repealed. Pub. L. 92225, title IV,  405 Feb. 7, 1972 86 Stat. 20   Sections, act Feb. 28, 1925, ch. 368, title III 43 Stat. 10701073  Section 241, amended Dec. 23, 1971 Pub. L. 92220,  2 85 Stat. 795  Section 242, chairman and treasurer of political committees, duties as to contributions, and accounts and receipts;  Section 243, accounts of contributions received;  Section 244, statements by treasurer filed with Clerk of House of Representatives;  Section 245, statements by others than political committee filed with Clerk of House of Representatives;  Section 246, statements by candidates for Senator, Representative, Delegate, or Resident Commissioner filed with Secretary of Senate and Clerk of House of Representatives;  Section 247, statements: verification, preservation, and inspection; and  Section 248, limitation upon amount of expenditures by candidate.  Such former provisions are covered generally by chapter 301 ( 30101 et seq.) of Title 52, Voting and Elections. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective 60 days after Feb. 7, 1972 section 408 of Pub. L. 92225 section 30101 of Title 52  249 to 251. Repealed. June 25, 1948, ch. 645,  21 62 Stat. 862 Sept. 1, 1948   Section 249, act Feb. 28, 1925, ch. 368, title III,  310 43 Stat. 1073 section 599 of Title 18  Section 250, act Feb. 28, 1925, ch. 368, title III,  311 43 Stat. 1073 section 597 of Title 18  Section 251, acts Feb. 28, 1925, ch. 368 43 Stat. 1074 June 25, 1943, ch. 144,  9 57 Stat. 167 June 23, 1947, ch. 120 61 Stat. 159 section 30118 of Title 52  252 to 256. Repealed. Pub. L. 92225, title IV,  405 Feb. 7, 1972 86 Stat. 20   Sections 252 to 255, act Feb. 28, 1925, ch. 368, title III 43 Stat. 1074  Section 256, act Feb. 28, 1925, ch. 368, title III,  301 43 Stat. 1070 Feb. 28, 1925  Such former provisions are covered generally by chapter 301 ( 30101 et seq.) of Title 52, Voting and Elections. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective 60 days after Feb. 7, 1972 section 408 of Pub. L. 92225 section 30101 of Title 52 CHAPTER 8A REGULATION OF LOBBYING  261 to 270. Repealed. Pub. L. 10465,  11(a) Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 701   Section 261, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title III,  302 60 Stat. 839  Section 262, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title III,  303 60 Stat. 840  Section 263, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title III,  304 60 Stat. 840  Section 264, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title III,  305 60 Stat. 840  Section 265, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title III,  306 60 Stat. 841  Section 266, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title III,  307 60 Stat. 841  Section 267, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title III,  308 60 Stat. 841  Section 268, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title III,  309 60 Stat. 842  Section 269, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title III,  310 60 Stat. 842  Section 270, act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title III,  311 60 Stat. 842  For provisions relating to disclosure of lobbying activities to influence the Federal Government, see section 1601 et seq. of this title. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 24 of Pub. L. 10465 section 1601 of this title Short Title Act Aug. 2, 1946 60 Stat. 839 Aug. 2, 1946 Pub. L. 10465,  11(a) Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 701 CHAPTER 9 OFFICE OF LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL    SUBCHAPTER ISENATE  Sec.  271. Establishment.  272. Legislative Counsel.  273. Compensation.  274. Staff; office equipment and supplies.  275. Functions.  276. Disbursement of appropriations.  276a. Expenditures.  276b. Travel and related expenses.  277. Repealed.  SUBCHAPTER IIHOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES  Part IPurpose, Policy, and Function  281. Establishment.  281a. Purpose and policy.  281b. Functions.  Part IIAdministration  282. Legislative Counsel.  282a. Staff; Deputy Legislative Counsel; delegation of functions.  282b. Compensation.  282c. Expenditures.  282d. Official mail matter.  282e. Authorization of appropriations.   Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries   Change of Name Act June 2, 1924, ch. 234,  1101 43 Stat. 353 SUBCHAPTER I SENATE  271. Establishment  There shall be in the Senate an office to be known as the Office of the Legislative Counsel, and to be under the direction of the Legislative Counsel of the Senate. ( Feb. 24, 1919, ch. 18 40 Stat. 1141 June 2, 1924, ch. 234 43 Stat. 353  Editorial Notes Codification As originally enacted, section provided for creation of an office of the legislative counsel to be under the direction of two legislative counsels. In view of nonapplicability of section to Speaker, employee, etc., of the House of Representatives pursuant to section 531 of Pub. L. 91510 section 281 of this title section 281 of this title section 282 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Appropriations Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753,  204 60 Stat. 837  There is hereby authorized to be appropriated for the work of the Office of the Legislative Counsel the following sums: (1) For the fiscal year ending June 30, 1947 (2) For the fiscal year ending June 30, 1948 (3) For the fiscal year ending June 30, 1949 (4) For the fiscal year ending June 30, 1950 (5) For each fiscal year thereafter such sums as may be necessary to carry on the work of the Office. [Section 204 of act Aug. 2, 1946 Aug. 2, 1946 Aug. 2, 1946 section 4301 of this title  272. Legislative Counsel  The Legislative Counsel shall be appointed by the President pro tempore of the Senate, without reference to political affiliations and solely on the ground of fitness to perform the duties of the office. ( Feb. 24, 1919, ch. 18 40 Stat. 1141 June 2, 1924, ch. 234 43 Stat. 353 Sept. 20, 1941, ch. 412 55 Stat. 726  Editorial Notes Codification Provisions authorizing appointment of a legislative counsel for the House of Representatives by the Speaker were omitted in view of nonapplicability of section to Speaker, employee, etc., of the House of Representatives pursuant to section 531 of Pub. L. 91510 section 281 of this title section 282 of this title Amendments 1941Act Sept. 20, 1941  273. Compensation  The Legislative Counsel of the Senate shall be paid at an annual rate of compensation of $40,000. ( Feb. 24, 1919, ch. 18 June 2, 1924, ch. 234 43 Stat. 353 June 18, 1940, ch. 396,  1 54 Stat. 472 Sept. 20, 1941, ch. 412 55 Stat. 726 Oct. 15, 1949, ch. 695,  6(c) 63 Stat. 881 Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 509 Pub. L. 8575 July 1, 1957 71 Stat. 250 Pub. L. 88426, title II,  203(g) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 415 Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775  Editorial Notes Codification Provisions setting forth authority for the allocation of the positions of legislative counsel to the appropriate grade in the compensation schedules of section 1112 of former Title 5 and the setting of rates of compensation thereunder by the President pro tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives and prescribing the annual rate of compensation of the Legislative Counsel of the House of Representatives as an amount equal to $15,000, increased by an amount which is the same percentage of $15,000 as the percentage set forth in section 4(c) of the Federal Employees Salary Increase Act of 1955 were omitted in view of nonapplicability of section to Speaker, employee, etc., of the House of Representatives pursuant to section 531 of Pub. L. 91510 section 281 of this title section 282b of this title Amendments 2019 Pub. L. 11694,  212(a)(3)(H) Pub. L. 88426,  203(g) Pub. L. 11694,  212(a)(3)(A) Pub. L. 9459,  105 1975 Pub. L. 9459 July 1, 1975 Pub. L. 11694,  212(a)(3)(A) 1974 Pub. L. 93371 July 1, 1974 1964 Pub. L. 88426 Pub. L. 11694,  212(a)(3)(H) 1957 Pub. L. 8575 July 1, 1957 1955Act Aug. 5, 1955 1949Act Oct. 15, 1949 1941Act Sept. 20, 1941 1940Act June 18, 1940 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date of 1974 Amendment Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 This paragraph [referred to here as section 4 of Pub. L. 93371 July 1, 1974 Effective Date of 1949 Amendment Act Oct. 15, 1949, ch. 695,  9 63 Stat. 882 This Act shall take effect on the first day of the first pay period which begins after the date of enactment of this Act [ Oct. 15, 1949 Repeals Act Mar. 10, 1928, ch. 167,  23(a) 45 Stat. 279 Pub. L. 89554,  8(a) Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 647 1974 Adjustment in Compensation Not To Supersede Adjustments in Compensation or Limitations by President Pro Tempore of the Senate Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 July 1, 1974 This paragraph does not supersede (1) any provision of an order of the President pro tempore of the Senate authorizing a higher rate of compensation, and (2) any authority of the President pro tempore to adjust rates of compensation or limitations referred to in this paragraph under section 4 of the Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 [ 2 U.S.C. 4571 Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for officers and employees of the Senate under authority of the Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  274. Staff; office equipment and supplies  The Legislative Counsel shall, subject to the approval of the President pro tempore of the Senate, employ and fix the compensation of such Assistant Counsel, clerks, and other employees, and purchase such furniture, office equipment, books, stationery, and other supplies, as may be necessary for the proper performance of the duties of the Office and as may be appropriated for by Congress. ( Feb. 24, 1919, ch. 18 40 Stat. 1141 June 2, 1924, ch. 234 43 Stat. 353 Sept. 20, 1941, ch. 412 55 Stat. 726  Editorial Notes Codification As originally enacted, section also provided for legislative counsel of House of Representatives, subject to approval of Speaker, to employ and fix the compensation of assistant counsel, clerks, etc. In view of nonapplicability of section to Speaker, employee, etc., of the House of Representatives pursuant to section 531 of Pub. L. 91510 section 281 of this title Amendments 1941Act Sept. 20, 1941 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Designation of Deputy Legislative Counsel Pub. L. 10657, title I,  6 Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 412 The Legislative Counsel may, subject to the approval of the President pro tempore of the Senate, designate one of the Senior Counsels appointed under section 102 of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1979 ( 2 U.S.C. 274 Public Law 95391 92 Stat. 771 Senior Counsel Pub. L. 8575 July 1, 1957 71 Stat. 251 No more than three employees in the Office of the Legislative Counsel of the Senate may be designated as Senior Counsel, whose compensation shall be $15,500 gross per annum each. Additional Senior Counsel Pub. L. 95391, title I,  102 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 771 Effective October 1, 1978 Pub. L. 88248 Dec. 30, 1963 77 Stat. 804 That effective July 1, 1963 Increases in Compensation of Four Senior Counsels Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 July 1, 1975 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775 Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 July 1, 1974 1974 Adjustment in Compensation Not To Supersede Adjustments in Compensation or Limitations by President Pro Tempore of the Senate Adjustment in compensation by Pub. L. 93371 section 4 of Pub. L. 93371 section 273 of this title Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for officers and employees of the Senate under authority of the Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  275. Functions  The Office of the Legislative Counsel shall aid in drafting public bills and resolutions or amendments thereto on the request of any committee of the Senate but the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate may determine the preference, if any, to be given to such requests of the committees. The Legislative Counsel shall, from time to time, prescribe rules and regulations for the conduct of the work of the Office for the committees, subject to the approval of such Committee on Rules and Administration. ( Feb. 24, 1919, ch. 18 40 Stat. 1141 June 2, 1924, ch. 234 43 Stat. 353 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 814  Editorial Notes Codification Provisions setting forth functions of office of legislative counsel with respect to the House of Representatives and the committees thereof were omitted in view of nonapplicability of section to Speaker, employee, etc., of the House of Representatives pursuant to section 531 of Pub. L. 91510 section 281 of this title section 281b of this title Amendments 1946Act Aug. 2, 1946 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1946 Amendment Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  142 60 Stat. 834 Jan. 2, 1947  276. Disbursement of appropriations  All appropriations for the Office of the Legislative Counsel shall be disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate. ( Feb. 24, 1919, ch. 18 40 Stat. 1142 June 2, 1924, ch. 234 43 Stat. 353  Editorial Notes Codification As originally enacted, section provided for disbursement of one-half of appropriations for office of legislative counsel by Secretary of Senate and one-half by Clerk of House of Representatives. In view of nonapplicability of section to Speaker, employee, etc., of the House of Representatives pursuant to section 531 of Pub. L. 91510 section 281 of this title section 282c of this title  276a. Expenditures  With the approval of the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, the Legislative Counsel of the Senate may make such expenditures as may be necessary or appropriate for the functioning of the Office of the Legislative Counsel of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 9851, title I,  105 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 267  Editorial Notes Codification Section was enacted as part of the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1984, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1984, and not as part of section 1303 of act Feb. 24, 1919  276b. Travel and related expenses  Funds expended by the Legislative Counsel of the Senate for travel and related expenses shall be subject to the same regulations and limitations (insofar as they are applicable) as those which the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration prescribes for application to travel and related expenses for which payment is authorized to be made from the contingent fund of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 9851, title I,  106 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 267  Editorial Notes Codification Section was enacted as part of the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1984, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1984, and not as part of section 1303 of act Feb. 24, 1919 Section, as it relates to funds expended by the Senate Legal Counsel, is classified to section 288n of this title  277. Repealed. Pub. L. 93191,  13 Dec. 18, 1973 87 Stat. 746   Section, act Feb. 24, 1919, ch. 18, title XIII,  1303(d) June 2, 1924, ch. 234 43 Stat. 353 section 282d of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Dec. 18, 1973 section 14 of Pub. L. 93191 section 3210 of Title 39 SUBCHAPTER II HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Part I Purpose, Policy, and Function  281. Establishment  There is established in the House of Representatives an office to be known as the Office of the Legislative Counsel, referred to hereinafter in this subchapter as the Office. ( Pub. L. 91510, title V,  501 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1201  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Subchapter effective Oct. 26, 1970 section 601(5) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  Transfer of Functions; Nonapplicability of Sections 271 to 277 to the House Pub. L. 91510, title V,  531 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1203 Oct. 26, 1970 Oct. 26, 1970  281a. Purpose and policy  The purpose of the Office shall be to advise and assist the House of Representatives, and its committees and Members, in the achievement of a clear, faithful, and coherent expression of legislative policies. The Office shall maintain impartiality as to issues of legislative policy to be determined by the House of Representatives, and shall not advocate the adoption or rejection of any legislation except when duly requested by the Speaker or a committee to comment on a proposal directly affecting the functions of the Office. The Office shall maintain the attorney-client relationship with respect to all communications between it and any Member or committee of the House. ( Pub. L. 91510, title V,  502 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1202  281b. Functions The functions of the Office shall be as follows: (1) Upon request of the managers on the part of the House at any conference on the disagreeing votes of the two Houses, to advise and assist the managers on the part of the House in the course of the conference, and to assist the committee of conference in the preparation of the conference report and any accompanying explanatory statement. (2) Upon request of any committee of the House, or any joint committee having authority to report legislation to the House, to advise and assist the committee in the consideration of any legislation before it, and to assist the committee in the preparation of drafts of any such legislation, amendments thereto, and reports thereon. (3) Upon request of any Member having control of time during the consideration of any legislation by the House, to have in attendance on the floor of the House not more than two members of the staff of the Office (and, in his discretion, the Legislative Counsel) to advise and assist such Member and, to the extent feasible, any other Member, in the course of such consideration. (4) Upon request of any Member, subject to such reasonable restrictions as the Legislative Counsel may impose with the approval of the Speaker on the proportion of the resources of the Office which may be devoted to the requests of any one Member, to prepare drafts of legislation and to furnish drafting advice with respect to drafts of legislation prepared by others. (5) At the direction of the Speaker, to perform on behalf of the House of Representatives any legal services which are within the capabilities of the Office and the performance of which would not be inconsistent with the provisions of section 281a of this title ( Pub. L. 91510, title V,  503 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1202 Part II Administration  282. Legislative Counsel  The management, supervision, and administration of the Office are vested in the Legislative Counsel, who shall be appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the position. Any person so appointed shall serve at the pleasure of the Speaker. ( Pub. L. 91510, title V,  521 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1202  282a. Staff; Deputy Legislative Counsel; delegation of functions (a) With the approval of the Speaker, or in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Speaker, the Legislative Counsel shall appoint such attorneys and other employees as may be necessary for the prompt and efficient performance of the functions of the Office. Any such appointment shall be made without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the position. Any person so appointed may be removed by the Legislative Counsel with the approval of the Speaker, or in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Speaker. (b) (1) One of the attorneys appointed under subsection (a) shall be designated by the Legislative Counsel as Deputy Legislative Counsel. During the absence or disability of the Legislative Counsel, or when the office is vacant, the Deputy Legislative Counsel shall perform the functions of the Legislative Counsel. (2) The Legislative Counsel may delegate to the Deputy Legislative Counsel and to other employees appointed under subsection (a) such of his functions as he considers necessary or appropriate. ( Pub. L. 91510, title V,  522 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1203 Pub. L. 9251,  101 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 132  Editorial Notes Amendments 1971Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 9251  282b. Compensation (a) The Legislative Counsel shall be paid at a per annum gross rate equal to the greater of $173,900 or the rate of pay in effect for such position under an order issued by the Speaker of the House of Representatives pursuant to the authority of section 4532 of this title (b) Members of the staff of the Office other than the Legislative Counsel shall be paid at per annum gross rates fixed by the Legislative Counsel with the approval of the Speaker or in accordance with policies approved by the Speaker, but not in excess of the applicable rate of pay in effect under an order issued by the Speaker of the House of Representatives pursuant to the authority of section 4532 of this title ( Pub. L. 91510, title V,  523 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1203 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(b)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2776  Editorial Notes Codification Amendment by Pub. L. 9594 Jan. 4, 1977 Pub. L. 9594 Prior Provisions House Resolution 312, 89th Congress, Mar. 31, 1965 section 103 of Pub. L. 8990 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 281 Apr. 1, 1965 Amendments 2019Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11694,  212(b)(3)(A)(i) section 4532 of this title section 5314 of title 5 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 11694,  212(b)(3)(A)(ii) section 4532 of this title 1977Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 9594 section 5316 of title 5 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(c) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2778  This section [see Tables for classification] and the amendments made by this section shall take effect on the later of (1) the first day of the first applicable pay period beginning on or after January 1, 2020 (2) the first day of the first applicable pay period beginning on or after the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 20, 2019 Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for House officers and employees under authority of Federal Salary Act of 1967 ( Pub. L. 90206 Pub. L. 91656 Pub. L. 100202  282c. Expenditures  In accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Speaker, the Legislative Counsel may make such expenditures as may be necessary or appropriate for the functioning of the Office. ( Pub. L. 91510, title V,  524 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1203  282d. Official mail matter  The Legislative Counsel may send the official mail matter of the Office as franked mail under section 3210 of title 39 ( Pub. L. 91510, title V,  525 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1203 Pub. L. 9251,  101 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 132  Editorial Notes Amendments 1971 Pub. L. 9251 section 3210 of title 39  282e. Authorization of appropriations  There are authorized to be appropriated, for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1971 ( Pub. L. 91510, title V,  526 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1203 CHAPTER 9A OFFICE OF LAW REVISION COUNSEL    Sec.  285. Establishment.  285a. Purpose and policy.  285b. Functions.  285c. Law Revision Counsel.  285d. Staff; Deputy Law Revision Counsel; delegation of functions.  285e. Compensation.  285f. Expenditures.  285g. Availability of applicable accounts of House.  285. Establishment  There is established in the House of Representatives an office to be known as the Office of the Law Revision Counsel, referred to hereinafter in this chapter as the Office. ( Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 205(a) of House Resolution No. 988, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777 Oct. 8, 1974 Jan. 2, 1975  285a. Purpose and policy  The principal purpose of the Office shall be to develop and keep current an official and positive codification of the laws of the United States. The Office shall maintain impartiality as to issues of legislative policy to be determined by the House. ( Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 205(b) of House Resolution No. 988, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554  285b. Functions The functions of the Office shall be as follows: (1) To prepare, and submit to the Committee on the Judiciary one title at a time, a complete compilation, restatement, and revision of the general and permanent laws of the United States which conforms to the understood policy, intent, and purpose of the Congress in the original enactments, with such amendments and corrections as will remove ambiguities, contradictions, and other imperfections both of substance and of form, separately stated, with a view to the enactment of each title as positive law. (2) To examine periodically all of the public laws enacted by the Congress and submit to the Committee on the Judiciary recommendations for the repeal of obsolete, superfluous, and superseded provisions contained therein. (3) To prepare and publish periodically a new edition of the United States Code (including those titles which are not yet enacted into positive law as well as those titles which have been so enacted), with annual cumulative supplements reflecting newly enacted laws. (4) To classify newly enacted provisions of law to their proper positions in the Code where the titles involved have not yet been enacted into positive law. (5) To prepare and submit periodically such revisions in the titles of the Code which have been enacted into positive law as may be necessary to keep such titles current. (6) To prepare and publish periodically new editions of the District of Columbia Code, with annual cumulative supplements reflecting newly enacted laws, through publication of the fifth annual cumulative supplement to the 1973 edition of such Code. (7) To provide the Committee on the Judiciary with such advice and assistance as the committee may request in carrying out its functions with respect to the revision and codification of the Federal statutes. ( Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777 Pub. L. 94386,  1 Aug. 14, 1976 90 Stat. 1170  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 205(c) of House Resolution No. 988, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554 Amendments 1976Par. (6). Pub. L. 94386 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Preparation and Publication of District of Columbia Code Under Direction of Council of the District of Columbia Pub. L. 94386,  2 Aug. 14, 1976 90 Stat. 1170  (a) After publication by the Law Revision Counsel of the fifth annual cumulative supplement to the 1973 edition of the District of Columbia Code, new editions of the District of Columbia Code (and annual cumulative supplements thereto) shall be prepared and published under the direction of the Council of the District of Columbia and shall set forth the general and permanent laws relating to or in force in the District of Columbia, whether enacted by the Congress or by the Council of the District of Columbia, except such laws as are of application in the District of Columbia by reason of being laws of the United States general and permanent in nature. (b) After completion of the printing of the fifth annual cumulative supplement to the 1973 edition of the District of Columbia Code, the Public Printer [now Director of the Government Publishing Office] shall, as the Council of the District of Columbia may request, either (1) furnish to the Council of the District of Columbia, on such terms as the Public Printer [now Director of the Government Publishing Office] (in consultation with the Joint Committee on Printing) deems appropriate, the type used in preparing the 1973 edition of the District of Columbia Code and the fifth annual cumulative supplement to such edition;  or (2) make such arrangements with the Council of the District of Columbia as the Public Printer [now Director of the Government Publishing Office] (in consultation with the Joint Committee on Printing) deems appropriate for the printing by the Government Printing Office [now Government Publishing Office] of future editions of the District of Columbia Code, and annual cumulative supplements thereto, prepared under the direction of the Council of the District of Columbia.  285c. Law Revision Counsel  The management, supervision, and administration of the Office are vested in the Law Revision Counsel, who shall be appointed by the Speaker without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the position. Any person so appointed shall serve at the pleasure of the Speaker. ( Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 205(d) of House Resolution No. 988, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554  285d. Staff; Deputy Law Revision Counsel; delegation of functions (1) With the approval of the Speaker, or in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Speaker, the Law Revision Counsel shall appoint such employees as may be necessary for the prompt and efficient performance of the functions of the Office. Any such appointment shall be made without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the position. Any person so appointed may be removed by the Law Revision Counsel with the approval of the Speaker, or in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Speaker. (2) (A) One of the employees appointed under paragraph (1) shall be designated by the Law Revision Counsel as Deputy Law Revision Counsel. During the absence or disability of the Law Revision Counsel, or when the office is vacant, the Deputy Law Revision Counsel shall perform the functions of the Law Revision Counsel. (B) The Law Revision Counsel may delegate to the Deputy Law Revision Counsel and to other employees appointed under paragraph (1) such of his or her functions as he or she considers necessary or appropriate. ( Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 205(e) of House Resolution No. 988, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554  285e. Compensation  The Law Revision Counsel shall be paid at a per annum gross rate determined by the Speaker not to exceed the greater of $173,900 or the rate of pay in effect for such position under an order issued by the Speaker pursuant to the authority of section 4532 of this title ( Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(b)(3)(B) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2777  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 205(f) of House Resolution No. 988, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554 Amendments 2019 Pub. L. 11694 section 4532 of this title section 5315 of title 5 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for House officers and employees under authority of Federal Salary Act of 1967 ( Pub. L. 90206 Pub. L. 91656 Pub. L. 100202  285f. Expenditures  In accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Speaker, the Law Revision Counsel is authorized to make such expenditures as may be necessary or appropriate for the functioning of the Office. ( Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 205(g) of House Resolution No. 988, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554  285g. Availability of applicable accounts of House  Until such time as funds are appropriated by law to carry out the purpose of this chapter, the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives shall be available for such purpose. ( Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  207 Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1742  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 205(h) of House Resolution No. 988, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 CHAPTER 9B LEGISLATIVE CLASSIFICATION OFFICE  286 to 286g. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  208 Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1742   Section 286, based on H. Res. No. 988,  203(a), Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Section 286a, based on H. Res. No. 988,  203(b), Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Section 286b, based on H. Res. No. 988,  203(c), Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Section 286c, based on H. Res. No. 988,  203(d), Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Section 286d, based on H. Res. No. 988,  203(e), Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Section 286e, based on H. Res. No. 988,  203(f), Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Section 286f, based on H. Res. No. 988,  203(g), Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Section 286g, based on H. Res. No. 988,  203(h), Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777 CHAPTER 9C OFFICE OF PARLIAMENTARIAN OF HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES    Sec.  287. Establishment.  287a. Parliamentarian.  287b. Staff; Deputy Parliamentarian; delegation of functions.  287c. Compensation.  287d. Expenditures.  287. Establishment  There is hereby established in the House of Representatives an office to be known as the Office of the Parliamentarian, hereinafter in this chapter referred to as the Office. ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 1 of House Resolution No. 502, Ninety-fifth Congress, Apr. 20, 1977 Pub. L. 9594 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section 6 of House Resolution No. 502, Apr. 20, 1977 section 115 of Pub. L. 9594 This resolution [this chapter] shall take effect as of March 1, 1977  287a. Parliamentarian  The management, supervision, and administration of the Office shall be vested in the Parliamentarian, who shall be appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the position. Any person so appointed shall serve at the pleasure of the Speaker. ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 2 of House Resolution No. 502, Ninety-fifth Congress, Apr. 20, 1977 Pub. L. 9594  287b. Staff; Deputy Parliamentarian; delegation of functions (a) With the approval of the Speaker, or in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Speaker, the Parliamentarian shall appoint such attorneys and other employees as may be necessary for the prompt and efficient performance of the functions of the Office. Any such appointment shall be made without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the position. Any person so appointed may be removed by the Parliamentarian with the approval of the Speaker, or in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Speaker. (b) (1) One of the attorneys appointed under subsection (a) of this section shall be designated by the Parliamentarian as Deputy Parliamentarian. During the absence or disability of the Parliamentarian, or when the office is vacant, the Deputy Parliamentarian shall perform the functions of the Parliamentarian. (2) The Parliamentarian may delegate to the Deputy Parliamentarian and to other employees appointed under subsection (a) of this section such of the functions of the Parliamentarian as the Parliamentarian considers necessary or appropriate. ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 3 of House Resolution No. 502, Ninety-fifth Congress, Apr. 20, 1977 Pub. L. 9594  287c. Compensation (a) The Parliamentarian shall be paid at a per annum gross rate established by the Speaker but not in excess of the greater of $173,900 or the rate of pay in effect for such position under an order issued by the Speaker of the House of Representatives pursuant to the authority of section 4532 of this title (b) Members of the staff of the Office other than the Parliamentarian shall be paid at per annum gross rates fixed by the Parliamentarian with the approval of the Speaker or in accordance with policies approved by the Speaker but not in excess of the applicable rate of pay in effect under an order issued by the Speaker of the House of Representatives pursuant to the authority of section 4532 of this title ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(b)(3)(C) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2777  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 4 of House Resolution No. 502, Ninety-fifth Congress, Apr. 20, 1977 Pub. L. 9594 Prior Provisions House Resolution No. 904, Eighty-eighth Congress, Oct. 3, 1964 January 1, 1965 Amendments 2019Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11694,  212(b)(3)(C)(i) section 4532 of this title June 11, 1968 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 11694,  212(b)(3)(C)(ii) section 4532 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for House officers and employees under authority of Federal Salary Act of 1967 ( Pub. L. 90206 Pub. L. 91656 Pub. L. 100202  287d. Expenditures  In accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Speaker, the Parliamentarian may make such expenditures as may be necessary or appropriate for the functioning of the Office. ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 5 of House Resolution No. 502, Ninety-fifth Congress, Apr. 20, 1977 Pub. L. 9594 CHAPTER 9D OFFICE OF SENATE LEGAL COUNSEL    Sec.  288. Office of Senate Legal Counsel.  288a. Senate Joint Leadership Group.  288b. Requirements for authorizing representation activity.  288c. Defending the Senate, committee, subcommittee, member, officer, or employee of Senate.  288d. Enforcement of Senate subpena or order.  288e. Intervention or appearance.  288f. Immunity proceedings.  288g. Advisory and other functions.  288h. Defense of certain constitutional powers.  288i. Representation conflict or inconsistency.  288j. Consideration of resolutions to direct counsel.  288k. Attorney General relieved of responsibility.  288l. Procedural provisions.  288m. Contingent fund.  288n. Travel and related expenses.  288. Office of Senate Legal Counsel (a) Establishment; appointment of Counsel and Deputy Counsel; Senate approval; reappointment; compensation (1) There is established, as an office of the Senate, the Office of Senate Legal Counsel (hereinafter referred to as the Office), which shall be headed by a Senate Legal Counsel (hereinafter referred to as the Counsel); and there shall be a Deputy Senate Legal Counsel (hereinafter referred to as the Deputy Counsel) who shall perform such duties as may be assigned to him by the Counsel and who, during any absence, disability, or vacancy in the position of the Counsel, shall serve as Acting Senate Legal Counsel. (2) The Counsel and the Deputy Counsel each shall be appointed by the President pro tempore of the Senate from among recommendations submitted by the majority and minority leaders of the Senate. Any appointment made under this paragraph shall be made without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the position. Any person appointed as Counsel or Deputy Counsel shall be learned in the law, a member of the bar of a State or the District of Columbia, and shall not engage in any other business, vocation, or employment during the term of such appointment. (3) (A) Any appointment made under paragraph (2) shall become effective upon approval by resolution of the Senate. The Counsel and the Deputy Counsel shall each be appointed for a term of service which shall expire at the end of the Congress following the Congress during which the Counsel or Deputy Counsel, respectively, is appointed except that the Senate may, by resolution, remove either the Counsel or the Deputy Counsel prior to the termination of any term of service. The Counsel and the Deputy Counsel may be reappointed at the termination of any term of service. (B) The first Counsel and the first Deputy Counsel shall be appointed, approved, and begin service within ninety days after January 3, 1979 (b) Assistant counsels and other personnel; compensation; appointment; removal (1) The Counsel shall select and fix the compensation of such Assistant Senate Legal Counsels (hereinafter referred to as Assistant Counsels) and of such other personnel, within the limits of available funds, as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter and may prescribe the duties and responsibilities of such personnel. Any selection made under this paragraph shall be made without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the position. Any individual selected as an Assistant Counsel shall be learned in the law, a member of the bar of a State or the District of Columbia, and shall not engage in any other business, vocation, or employment during his term of service. The Counsel may remove any individual appointed under this paragraph. (2) For purposes of pay (other than the rate of pay of the Counsel and Deputy Counsel) and employment benefits, right, and privileges, all personnel of the Office shall be treated as employees of the Senate. (c) Consultants In carrying out the functions of the Office, the Counsel may procure the temporary (not to exceed one year) or intermittent services of individual consultants (including outside counsel), or organizations thereof, in the same manner and under the same conditions as a standing committee of the Senate may procure such services under section 4301(i) of this title (d) Policies and procedures The Counsel may establish such policies and procedures as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter. (e) Delegation of duties The counsel 1 1 section 288e(b) of this title (f) Attorney-client relationship The Counsel and other employees of the Office shall maintain the attorney-client relationship with respect to all communications between them and any Member, officer, or employee of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  701 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1875 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(I) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2776  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (b)(1), (d), and (e), was in the original this title, meaning title VII of Pub. L. 95521 section 5504 of this title section 1364 of Title 28 Amendments 2019Subsec. (a)(4). Pub. L. 11694,  212(a)(3)(I)(i) section 5314 of title 5 section 5315 of title 5 Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 11694,  212(a)(3)(I)(ii) section 5316 of title 5 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  717 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1885 This title [enacting this chapter, section 5504 of this title section 1364 of Title 28 January 3, 1979 Separability Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  715 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1884 If any part of this title or any amendment made by this title [enacting this chapter, section 5504 of this title section 1364 of Title 28 Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  288a. Senate Joint Leadership Group (a) Accountability of Office The Office shall be directly accountable to the Joint Leadership Group in the performance of the duties of the Office. (b) Membership For purposes of this chapter, the Joint Leadership Group shall consist of the following Members: (1) The President pro tempore (or if he so designates, the Deputy President pro tempore) of the Senate. (2) The majority and minority leaders of the Senate. (3) The Chairman and ranking minority Member of the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate. (4) The Chairman and ranking minority Member of the committee of the Senate which has jurisdiction over the contingent fund of the Senate. (c) Assistance of Secretary of Senate The Joint Leadership Group shall be assisted in the performance of its duties by the Secretary of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  702 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1877  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (b), was in the original this title, meaning title VII of Pub. L. 95521 section 5504 of this title section 1364 of Title 28 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  288b. Requirements for authorizing representation activity (a) Direction of Joint Leadership Group or Senate resolution The Counsel shall defend the Senate or a committee, subcommittee, Member, officer, or employee of the Senate under section 288c of this title (b) Civil action to enforce subpena The Counsel shall bring a civil action to enforce a subpena of the Senate or a committee or subcommittee of the Senate under section 288d of this title (c) Intervention or appearance The Counsel shall intervene or appear as amicus curiae under section 288e of this title (d) Immunity proceedings The Counsel shall serve as the duly authorized representative in obtaining an order granting immunity under section 288f of this title (1) the Senate when directed to do so by an affirmative vote of a majority of the Members present of the Senate; or (2) a committee or subcommittee of the Senate when directed to do so by an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the members of the full committee. (e) Resolution recommendations The Office shall make no recommendation with respect to the consideration of a resolution under this section. ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  703 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1877  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  288c. Defending the Senate, committee, subcommittee, member, officer, or employee of Senate (a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b), when directed to do so pursuant to section 288b(a) of this title (1) defend the Senate, a committee, subcommittee, Member, officer, or employee of the Senate in any civil action pending in any court of the United States or of a State or political subdivision thereof, in which the Senate, such committee, subcommittee, Member, officer, or employee is made a party defendant and in which there is placed in issue the validity of any proceeding of, or action, including issuance of any subpena or order, taken by the Senate, or such committee, subcommittee, Member, officer, or employee in its or his official or representative capacity; or (2) defend the Senate or a committee, subcommittee, Member, officer, or employee of the Senate in any proceeding with respect to any subpena or order directed to the Senate or such committee, subcommittee, Member, officer, or employee in its or his official or representative capacity. (b) Representation of a Member, officer, or employee under subsection (a) shall be undertaken by the Counsel only upon the consent of such Member, officer, or employee. ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  704 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1877  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  288d. Enforcement of Senate subpena or order (a) Institution of civil actions When directed to do so pursuant to section 288b(b) of this title section 1365 of title 28 (b) Actions in name of committees and subcommittees Any directive to the Counsel to bring a civil action pursuant to subsection (a) in the name of a committee or subcommittee of the Senate shall, for such committee or subcommittee, constitute authorization to bring such action within the meaning of any statute conferring jurisdiction on any court of the United States. (c) Consideration of resolutions authorizing actions It shall not be in order in the Senate to consider a resolution to direct the Counsel to bring a civil action pursuant to subsection (a) in the name of a committee or subcommittee unless (1) such resolution is reported by a majority of the members voting, a majority being present, of such committee or committee of which such subcommittee is a subcommittee, and (2) the report filed by such committee or committee of which such subcommittee is a subcommittee contains a statement of (A) the procedure followed in issuing such subpena; (B) the extent to which the party subpenaed has complied with such subpena; (C) any objections or privileges raised by the subpenaed party; and (D) the comparative effectiveness of bringing a civil action under this section, certification of a criminal action for contempt of Congress, and initiating a contempt proceeding before the Senate. (d) Rules of Senate The provisions of subsection (c) are enacted (1) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the Senate, and, as such, they shall be considered as part of the rules of the Senate, and such rules shall supersede any other rule of the Senate only to the extent that rule is inconsistent therewith; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of the Senate to change such rules (so far as relating to the procedure in the Senate) at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of the Senate. (e) Committee reports A report filed pursuant to subsection (c)(2) shall not be receivable in any court of law to the extent such report is in compliance with such subsection. (f) Omitted (g) Certification of failure to testify; contempt Nothing in this section shall limit the discretion of (1) the President pro tempore of the Senate in certifying to the United States Attorney for the District of Columbia any matter pursuant to section 194 of this title (2) the Senate to hold any individual or entity in contempt of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  705 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1878 Pub. L. 99336,  6(a)(2) June 19, 1986 100 Stat. 639  Editorial Notes Codification Subsec. (f) of this section amended title 28 by adding section 1364 and by adding item 1364 to the chapter analysis. Amendments 1986Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 99336 section 1365 of title 28 section 1364 of title 28 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  288e. Intervention or appearance (a) Actions or proceedings When directed to do so pursuant to section 288b(c) of this title (b) Notification; publication The Counsel shall notify the Joint Leadership Group of any legal action or proceeding in which the Counsel is of the opinion that intervention or appearance as amicus curiae under subsection (a) is in the interest of the Senate. Such notification shall contain a description of the legal action or proceeding together with the reasons that the Counsel is of the opinion that intervention or appearance as amicus curiae is in the interest of the Senate. The Joint Leadership Group shall cause said notification to be published in the Congressional Record for the Senate. (c) Powers and responsibilities of Congress The Counsel shall limit any intervention or appearance as amicus curiae in an action or proceeding to issues relating to the powers and responsibilities of Congress. ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  706 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1880  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  288f. Immunity proceedings  When directed to do so pursuant to section 288b(d) of this title section 6005 of title 18 ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  707 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1880  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  288g. Advisory and other functions (a) Cooperation with persons, committees, subcommittees, and offices The Counsel shall advise, consult, and cooperate with (1) the United States Attorney for the District of Columbia with respect to any criminal proceeding for contempt of Congress certified by the President pro tempore of the Senate pursuant to section 194 of this title (2) the committee of the Senate with the responsibility to identify any court proceeding or action which is of vital interest to the Senate; (3) the Comptroller General, the Government Accountability Office, the Office of Legislative Counsel of the Senate, and the Congressional Research Service, except that none of the responsibilities and authority assigned by this chapter to the Counsel shall be construed to affect or infringe upon any functions, powers, or duties of the aforementioned; (4) any Member, officer, or employee of the Senate not represented under section 288c of this title (5) the President pro tempore of the Senate, the Secretary of 1 1 (6) any committee or subcommittee of the Senate in promulgating and revising their rules and procedures for the use of congressional investigative powers and with respect to questions which may arise in the course of any investigation. (b) Legal research files The Counsel shall compile and maintain legal research files of materials from court proceedings which have involved Congress, a House of Congress, an office or agency of Congress, or any committee, subcommittee, Member, officer, or employee of Congress. Public court papers and other research memoranda which do not contain information of a confidential or privileged nature shall be made available to the public consistent with any applicable procedures set forth in such rules of the Senate as may apply and the interests of the Senate. (c) Miscellaneous duties The Counsel shall perform such other duties consistent with the purposes and limitations of this chapter as the Senate may direct. ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  708 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1880 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (a)(3) and (c), was in the original this title, meaning title VII of Pub. L. 95521 section 5504 of this title section 1364 of Title 28 Amendments 2004Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 108271 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  288h. Defense of certain constitutional powers In performing any function under this chapter, the Counsel shall defend vigorously when placed in issue (1) the constitutional privilege from arrest or from being questioned in any other place for any speech or debate under section 6 of article I of the Constitution of the United States; (2) the constitutional power of the Senate to be judge of the elections, returns, and qualifications of its own Members and to punish or expel a Member under section 5 of article I of the Constitution of the United States; (3) the constitutional power of the Senate to except from publication such parts of its journal as in its judgment may require secrecy; (4) the constitutional power of the Senate to determine the rules of its proceedings; (5) the constitutional power of Congress to make all laws as shall be necessary and proper for carrying into execution the constitutional powers of Congress and all other powers vested by the Constitution in the Government of the United States, or in any department or office thereof; (6) all other constitutional powers and responsibilities of the Senate or of Congress; and (7) the constitutionality of Acts and joint resolutions of the Congress. ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  709 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1881  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this title, meaning title VII of Pub. L. 95521 section 5504 of this title section 1364 of Title 28 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  288i. Representation conflict or inconsistency (a) Notification In the carrying out of the provisions of this chapter, the Counsel shall notify the Joint Leadership Group, and any party represented or person affected, of the existence and nature of any conflict or inconsistency between the representation of such party or person and the carrying out of any other provision of this chapter or compliance with professional standards and responsibilities. (b) Solution; publication in Congressional Record; review Upon receipt of such notification, the members of the Joint Leadership Group shall recommend the action to be taken to avoid or resolve the conflict or inconsistency. If such recommendation is made by a two-thirds vote, the Counsel shall take such steps as may be necessary to resolve the conflict or inconsistency as recommended. If not, the members of the Joint Leadership Group shall cause the notification of conflict or inconsistency and recommendation with respect to resolution thereof to be published in the Congressional Record of the Senate. If the Senate does not direct the Counsel within fifteen days from the date of publication in the Record to resolve the conflict in another manner, the Counsel shall take such action as may be necessary to resolve the conflict or inconsistency as recommended. Any instruction or determination made pursuant to this subsection shall not be reviewable in any court of law. (c) Computation of period following publication For purposes of the computation of the fifteen day period in subsection (b) (1) continuity of session is broken only by an adjournment of Congress sine die; and (2) the days on which the Senate is not in session because of an adjournment of more than three days to a date certain are excluded. (d) Reimbursement The Senate may by resolution authorize the reimbursement of any Member, officer, or employee of the Senate who is not represented by the Counsel for fees and costs, including attorneys fees, reasonably incurred in obtaining representation. Such reimbursement shall be from funds appropriated to the contingent fund of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  710 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1882  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (a), was in the original this title, meaning title VII of Pub. L. 95521 section 5504 of this title section 1364 of Title 28 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  288j. Consideration of resolutions to direct counsel (a) Procedure; rules (1) A resolution introduced pursuant to section 288b of this title section 288d(c) of this title section 288d(c) of this title (2) With respect to a resolution pursuant to section 288b(a) of this title (A) If the motion to proceed to the consideration of the resolution is agreed to, debate thereon shall be limited to not more than ten hours, which shall be divided equally between, and controlled by, those favoring and those opposing the resolution. A motion further to limit debate shall not be debatable. No amendment to the resolution shall be in order. No motion to recommit the resolution shall be in order, and it shall not be in order to reconsider the vote by which the resolution is agreed to. (B) Motions to postpone, made with respect to the consideration of the resolution, and motions to proceed to the consideration of other business, shall be decided without debate. (C) All appeals from the decisions of the Chair relating to the application of the rules of the Senate to the procedure relating to the resolution shall be decided without debate. (b) Committee defined For purposes of this chapter, other than section 288b of this title (c) Rules of the Senate The provisions of this section are enacted (1) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the Senate, and, as such, they shall be considered as part of the rules of the Senate, and such rules shall supersede any other rule of the Senate only to the extent that rule is inconsistent therewith; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of the Senate to change such rules at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  711 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1882  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (b), was in the original this title, meaning title VII of Pub. L. 95521 section 5504 of this title section 1364 of Title 28 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  288k. Attorney General relieved of responsibility (a) Upon receipt of written notice that the Counsel has undertaken, pursuant to section 288c(a) of this title (1) be relieved of any responsibility with respect to such representational service; (2) have no authority to perform such service in such action or proceeding except at the request or with the approval of the Senate; and (3) transfer all materials relevant to the representation authorized under section 288c(a) of this title (b) The Attorney General shall notify Counsel as required by section 530D of title 28 ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  712 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1883 Pub. L. 107273, div. A, title II,  202(b)(2) Nov. 2, 2002 116 Stat. 1774 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  110(b) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 355  Editorial Notes Amendments 2003Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 1087 section 530D of title 28 2002Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 107273 section 288e of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 1087 Pub. L. 107273 section 110(c) of Pub. L. 1087 section 5571 of this title Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  288l. Procedural provisions (a) Intervention or appearance Permission to intervene as a party or to appear as amicus curiae under section 288e of this title (b) Compliance with admission requirements The Counsel, the Deputy Counsel, or any designated Assistant Counsel or counsel specially retained by the Office shall be entitled, for the purpose of performing his functions under this chapter, to enter an appearance in any proceeding before any court of the United States or of a State or political subdivision thereof without compliance with any requirement for admission to practice before such court, except that the authorization conferred by this subsection shall not apply with respect to the admission of any such person to practice before the United States Supreme Court. (c) Standing to sue; jurisdiction Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to confer standing on any party seeking to bring, or jurisdiction on any court with respect to, any civil or criminal action against Congress, either House of Congress, a Member of Congress, a committee or subcommittee of a House of Congress, any office or agency of Congress, or any officer or employee of a House of Congress or any office or agency of Congress. ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  713 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1883  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (b) and (c), was in the original this title, meaning title VII of Pub. L. 95521 section 5504 of this title section 1364 of Title 28 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  288m. Contingent fund  The expenses of the Office shall be paid from the contingent fund of the Senate in accordance with section 6503 of this title ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  716 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1885  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  288n. Travel and related expenses  Funds expended by the Senate Legal Counsel for travel and related expenses shall be subject to the same regulations and limitations (insofar as they are applicable) as those which the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration prescribes for application to travel and related expenses for which payment is authorized to be made from the contingent fund of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 9851, title I,  106 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 267  Editorial Notes Codification Section was enacted as part of the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1984, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1984, and not as part of title VII of Pub. L. 95521 Section, as it relates to funds expended by the Legislative Counsel of the Senate, is classified to section 276b of this title CHAPTER 10 CLASSIFICATION OF EMPLOYEES OF HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES    Sec.  291. Congressional declaration of purpose.  292. Positions affected.  293. Compensation schedules.  293a 293c. Omitted.  294. Position standards and descriptions.  295. Placement of positions in compensation schedules.  296. Step increases; waiting periods; service in Armed Forces; automatic advancement.  297. Appointments and reclassifications to higher compensation levels.  298. Reductions in compensation level.  299. Repealed.  300. Establishment of positions; payment from applicable accounts.  301. Preservation of existing appointing authorities.  302. Regulations.  303. Dual compensation.  291. Congressional declaration of purpose It is the purpose of this chapter to provide a classification system for the equitable establishment and adjustment of rates of compensation for, and for the efficient utilization of personnel in, certain positions under the House of Representatives to which this chapter applies, through (1) the creation and maintenance of orderly and equitable compensation relationships for such positions (A) in accordance with the principle of equal pay for substantially equal work, and (B) with due regard to (i) differences in the levels of difficulty, responsibility, and qualification requirements of the work, (ii) the kind of work performed, (iii) satisfactory performance, and (iv) length of service; (2) the application of appropriate position standards and position descriptions for such positions; and (3) the adoption of organization and position titles in the House which accurately reflect the respective functions, duties, and responsibilities of those organizations and positions in the House to which this chapter applies. ( Pub. L. 88652,  2 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1079  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 88652 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1079 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 88652,  17 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1084 This Act [enacting this chapter and amending sections 88c and 4131 of this title] shall become effective on January 1, 1965 Short Title Pub. L. 88652,  1 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1079 This Act [see Tables for classification] may be cited as the House Employees Position Classification Act. Savings Provision Pub. L. 88652,  15 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1084  (a) Notwithstanding any provision of this Act [this chapter], the aggregate (gross) rate of compensation of any employee immediately prior to the effective date of this Act [ Jan. 1, 1965 (b) For the purposes of applicable law relating to the payment to any individual of compensation from more than one civilian office or position, each employee of the House to whom this Act applies who, immediately prior to the effective date of this Act (1) is receiving basic compensation from more than one civilian office or position and (2) is in compliance with such law shall be held and considered to be in compliance with such law on and after such effective date, notwithstanding the enactment of this Act, so long as such employee continues to receive, without break in service of more than thirty days, the same or lower rate of basic compensation in a position to which this Act does not apply.  292. Positions affected This chapter shall apply to (1) all positions under the Clerk, the Sergeant at Arms, the Chief Administrative Officer, and the Inspector General of the House of Representatives, except the positions of telephone operator and positions on the United States Capitol Police force; (2) the position of minority pair clerk in the House; (3) all positions under the House Recording Studio; and (4) all positions under the House Radio and Television Correspondents Gallery and the House Periodical Press Gallery. ( Pub. L. 88652,  3 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1079 Pub. L. 10453, title I,  108(1) Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 522  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 88652 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1079 section 291 of this title Amendments 1995Par. (1). Pub. L. 10453 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1965 section 17 of Pub. L. 88652 section 291 of this title  293. Compensation schedules (a) (1) The Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives (hereinafter referred to as the committee) shall establish and maintain, and, from time to time, may revise, for positions to which this chapter applies (other than positions within the purview of subsection (b) of this section the compensation for which is fixed and adjusted from time to time in accordance with prevailing rates), a compensation schedule of per annum rates, which shall be known as the House Employees Schedule and for which the symbol shall be HS, subject to the following provisions: (A) Such schedule shall be composed of such number of compensation levels as the committee deems appropriate. (B) Each compensation level shall consist of twelve compensation steps. (C) The per annum rate of compensation for each compensation step of each compensation level shall be in such amount as the committee deems appropriate, except that the per annum rate of compensation for the maximum compensation step of the highest compensation level shall not exceed the maximum rate of compensation authorized by chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5. (2) The rates of compensation for such positions shall be in accordance with such schedule. (b) The committee shall establish and maintain, and, from time to time, may revise, for positions under the Clerk, the Sergeant at Arms, the Chief Administrative Officer, and the Inspector General of the House of Representatives, the compensation for which, in the judgment of the committee, should be fixed and adjusted from time to time in accordance with prevailing rates, a compensation schedule providing for per annum or per hour rates, or both, established in accordance with prevailing rates and consisting of such number of compensation levels and steps as the committee deems appropriate, which shall be known as the House Wage Schedule and for which the symbol shall be HWS. The rates of compensation for such positions shall be in accordance with such schedule. Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, for purposes of applying the adjustment made by the committee under this subsection for 2002 and each succeeding year (other than any period during which a memorandum of understanding described in section 2168(a) of this title ( Pub. L. 88652,  4 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1079 Pub. L. 10453, title I,  108(2) Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 522 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  209(1) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1743 Pub. L. 10768, title III,  310 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 592 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title II,  215(d) Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3198  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 88652 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1079 section 291 of this title Amendments 2004Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 108447 section 2168(a) of this title 2001Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10768 1996Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 104186 1995Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10453 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 2004 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 108447 section 2168(f) of this title Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1965 section 17 of Pub. L. 88652 section 291 of this title Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for House officers and employees under authority of Federal Salary Act of 1967 ( Pub. L. 90206 Pub. L. 91656 Pub. L. 100202  293a to 293c. Omitted   Section 293a, Pub. L. 89301,  11(c) Oct. 29, 1965 79 Stat. 1120 section 60e12(a) of this title  Section 293b, Pub. L. 89504, title III,  302(c) July 18, 1966 80 Stat. 295 section 60e13(a) of this title  Section 293c, Pub. L. 90206, title II,  214(c) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 636 section 60e14(a) of this title  294. Position standards and descriptions (a) (1) It shall be the duty of the committee to prescribe, revise, and (on a current basis) maintain position standards which shall apply to positions (in existence on, or established after, January 1, 1965 (2) The position standards shall (A) provide for the separation of such positions into appropriate classes for pay and personnel purposes on the basis of reasonable similarity with respect to types of positions, qualification requirements of positions, and levels of difficulty and responsibility of work, and (B) govern the placement of such positions in their respective appropriate compensation levels of the appropriate compensation schedule. (b) (1) Subject to review and approval by the committee, the Clerk, the Sergeant at Arms, the Chief Administrative Officer, and the Inspector General of the House of Representatives, shall prepare, revise, and (on a current basis) maintain, at such times and in such form as the committee deems appropriate, position descriptions of the respective positions (in existence on, or established after, January 1, 1965 (A) with respect to the Clerk, positions under the House Recording Studio, (B) with respect to the Sergeant at Arms, the position of minority pair clerk in the House, and (C) with respect to the Chief Administrative Officer, positions under the House Radio and Television Correspondents Gallery and the House Periodical Press Gallery. (2) The position descriptions shall (A) describe in detail the actual duties, responsibilities, and qualification requirements of the work of each of such positions, (B) provide a position title for such position which accurately reflects such duties and responsibilities, and (C) govern the placement of such position in its appropriate class. (c) The Clerk, the Sergeant at Arms, the Chief Administrative Officer, and the Inspector General of the House of Representatives, shall transmit to the committee, at such times and in such form as the committee deems appropriate, all position descriptions required by subsection (b) of this section to be prepared, provided, and currently maintained by them, together with such other pertinent information as the committee may require, in order that the committee shall have, at all times, current information with respect to such position descriptions, the positions to which such descriptions apply, and related personnel matters within the purview of this chapter. Such information so transmitted shall be kept on file in the committee. (d) Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, the committee shall have authority, which may be exercised at any time in its discretion, to (1) conduct surveys and studies of all organization units, and the positions therein, to which this chapter applies; (2) ascertain on a current basis the facts with respect to the duties, responsibilities, and qualification requirements of any position to which this chapter applies; (3) prepare and revise the position description of any such position; (4) place any such position in its appropriate class and compensation level; (5) decide whether any such position is in its appropriate class and compensation level; (6) change any such position from one class or compensation level to any other class or compensation level whenever the facts warrant; and (7) prescribe such organization and position titles as may be appropriate to carry out the purposes of this chapter. All such actions of the committee shall be binding on the House officer and organization unit concerned and shall be the basis for payment of compensation and for other personnel benefits and transactions until otherwise changed by the committee. ( Pub. L. 88652,  5 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1080 Pub. L. 10453, title I,  108(3) Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 522 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  209(2) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1743  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 88652 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1079 section 291 of this title Amendments 1996Subsec. (b)(1)(C). Pub. L. 104186 1995Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 10453 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10453 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1965 section 17 of Pub. L. 88652 section 291 of this title  Transfer of Functions Certain functions of Recording Studio and Officers of House of Representatives transferred to Director of Non-legislative and Financial Services by section 7 of House Resolution No. 423, One Hundred Second Congress, Apr. 9, 1992 Jan. 4, 1995  295. Placement of positions in compensation schedules  The committee shall place each position (in existence on, or established after, January 1, 1965 section 294 of this title ( Pub. L. 88652,  6 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1081  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 88652 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1079 section 291 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1965 section 17 of Pub. L. 88652 section 291 of this title  296. Step increases; waiting periods; service in Armed Forces; automatic advancement (a) Each employee in a compensation level of the House Employees Schedule (HS), who has not attained the highest scheduled rate of compensation for the compensation level (HS level) in which his position is placed, shall be advanced successively to the next higher step of such HS level, as follows: (1) to steps 2, 3, and 4, respectivelyat the beginning of the first pay period following the completion, without break in service of more than thirty months, of one year of satisfactory service in the next lower step; (2) to steps 5, 6, and 7, respectivelyat the beginning of the first pay period following the completion, without break in service of more than thirty months, of two years of satisfactory service in the next lower step; (3) to steps 8, 9, and 10, respectivelyat the beginning of the first pay period following the completion, without break in service of more than thirty months, of three years of satisfactory service in the next lower step; and (4) to steps 11 and 12, respectivelyat the beginning of the first pay period following the completion, without break in service of more than thirty months, of five years of satisfactory service in the next lower step. (b) The receipt of an increase in compensation during any of the waiting periods of service specified in subsection (a) of this section shall cause a new full waiting period of service to commence for further step increases under such subsection. (c) Any increase in compensation granted by law, or granted by reason of an increase made by the committee in the rates of compensation of the House Employees Schedule, to employees within the purview of subsection (a) of this section shall not be held or considered to be an increase in compensation for the purposes of subsection (b) of this section. (d) The benefit of successive step increases under subsection (a) of this section shall be preserved, under regulations prescribed by the committee, for employees whose continuous service is interrupted by service in the Armed Forces of the United States. (e) The committee shall establish and maintain, and, from time to time, may revise, a system of automatic advancement, by successive step increases in compensation, on the basis of satisfactory service performed, without break in service of more than thirty months, for employees subject to the House Wage Schedule (HWS). In the operation of such system of step increases the committee may prescribe regulations to the effect that (1) the receipt of an increase in compensation during any of the waiting periods of service required for advancement by step increases under such system shall cause a new full waiting period of service to commence for further step increases under such system; (2) any increase in compensation granted by law, or granted by reason of an increase made by the committee in the rates of compensation of the House Wage Schedule, to employees within the purview of such system of step increases shall not be held or considered to be an increase in compensation for the purposes of subparagraph (1) of this subsection; and (3) the benefit of successive step increases under such system of step increases shall be preserved, under regulations prescribed by the committee, for employees whose continuous service is interrupted by service in the Armed Forces of the United States. ( Pub. L. 88652,  7 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1081  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1965 section 17 of Pub. L. 88652 section 291 of this title  297. Appointments and reclassifications to higher compensation levels (a) Each employee in a compensation level of the House Employees Schedule (HS), who is appointed to a position in a higher compensation level of such schedule, or whose position is placed in a higher compensation level of such schedule pursuant to a reclassification of such position, shall be paid compensation in such higher compensation level, in accordance with the following provisions, whichever is first applicable in the following numerical order of precedence: (1) at the rate of the lowest step for which the rate of compensation equals the rate of compensation for that step, in the compensation level from which he is appointed, which is two steps above the step in such level which he had attained immediately prior to such appointment; (2) at the rate of the lowest step for which the rate of compensation exceeds, by not less than two steps of the compensation level from which he is appointed, his rate of compensation immediately prior to such appointment; or (3) at the rate of the highest step of such higher compensation level, or at his rate of compensation immediately prior to such appointment, whichever rate is the higher. (b) The committee may provide by regulations for the payment of compensation, at an appropriate compensation step determined in accordance with such regulations, to each employee subject to the House Wage Schedule (HWS) who is appointed to a position in a higher compensation level of such schedule or whose position is placed in a higher compensation level of such schedule pursuant to a reclassification of such position. ( Pub. L. 88652,  8 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1082  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1965 section 17 of Pub. L. 88652 section 291 of this title  298. Reductions in compensation level  Each employee in a position of a compensation level of the House Employees Schedule (HS) or the House Wage Schedule (HWS), whose employment in such position and level is terminated and who is reemployed, with or without break in service, in a position in a lower compensation level (HS level or HWS level) of such schedule, or whose position is placed in a lower compensation level of such schedule pursuant to a reclassification of such position, shall be placed by the committee in such step of such lower compensation level as the committee deems appropriate. ( Pub. L. 88652,  9 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1083  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1965 section 17 of Pub. L. 88652 section 291 of this title  299. Repealed. Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  102(a)] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763   Section, Pub. L. 88652,  10 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1083 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  102(b)] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 The amendment made by subsection (a) [repealing this section] shall apply with respect to employees appointed on or after October 1, 2000  300. Establishment of positions; payment from applicable accounts  The committee may authorize the establishment of additional positions of the kind to which this chapter applies, on a permanent basis or on a temporary basis of not to exceed six months duration, whenever, in the judgment of the committee, such action is warranted in the interests of the orderly and efficient operation of the House of Representatives. The compensation of each such position may be paid out of the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives until otherwise provided by law. An additional position of the kind to which this chapter applies shall not be established without authorization of the committee. ( Pub. L. 88652,  11 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1083 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  209(3) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1743  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 88652 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1079 section 291 of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1965 section 17 of Pub. L. 88652 section 291 of this title  301. Preservation of existing appointing authorities This chapter shall not be held or considered to change or otherwise affect (1) any authority to establish positions under the House of Representatives which are not within the purview of this chapter, or (2) any authority to make appointments to positions under the House of Representatives, irrespective of whether such positions are within the purview of this chapter. ( Pub. L. 88652,  12 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1083  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 88652 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1079 section 291 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1965 section 17 of Pub. L. 88652 section 291 of this title  302. Regulations  The committee is authorized to prescribe such regulations as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter. ( Pub. L. 88652,  13 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1084  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 88652 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1079 section 291 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1965 section 17 of Pub. L. 88652 section 291 of this title  303. Dual compensation  For the purposes of applicable law relating to the payment to any employee subject to the House Employees Schedule or the House Wage Schedule of compensation from more than one civilian office or position, the rate of basic compensation of each employee subject to any such schedule shall be held and considered to be that rate which, when increased by additional compensation then currently authorized by law for House employees generally, equals or most nearly equals the per annum rate of compensation of such employee under such schedule. ( Pub. L. 88652,  14 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1084  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1965 section 17 of Pub. L. 88652 section 291 of this title CHAPTER 10A PAYROLL ADMINISTRATION IN HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES    Sec.  331. Transferred.  332. Repealed.  333. Transferred.  333a. Omitted.  334. Repealed.  335 336. Transferred.  331. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 331 was editorially reclassified as section 4533 of this title  332. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  210(2)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1743   Section, Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  472 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1194  333. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 333 was editorially reclassified as section 5103 of this title  333a. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 9851, title I,  112 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 270 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(16) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1732 section 5103 of this title  334. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  210(3)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1743   Section, Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  474 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1194  335. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 335 was editorially reclassified as section 4534 of this title  336. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 336 was editorially reclassified as section 4535 of this title CHAPTER 11 CITIZENS COMMISSION ON PUBLIC SERVICE AND COMPENSATION    Sec.  351. Establishment.  352. Membership.  353. Executive Director; additional personnel; detail of personnel of other agencies.  354. Use of United States mails.  355. Administrative support services.  356. Functions.  356a. Omitted.  357. Report by Commission to President with respect to pay.  358. Recommendations of President with respect to pay.  359. Effective date of recommendations of President.  360. Effect of recommendations on existing law and prior recommendations.  361. Publication of recommendations.  362. Requirements applicable to recommendations.  363. Additional function.  364. Provision relating to certain other pay adjustments.  351. Establishment  There is hereby established a commission to be known as the Citizens Commission on Public Service and Compensation (hereinafter referred to as the Commission). ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225(a) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 642 Pub. L. 101194, title VII,  701(a) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1763  Editorial Notes Amendments 1989 Pub. L. 101194 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 16, 1967 section 220(a)(1) of Pub. L. 90206 section 3110 of Title 5  352. Membership (1) The Commission shall be composed of 11 members, who shall be appointed from private life as follows: (A) 2 appointed by the President of the United States; (B) 1 appointed by the President pro tempore of the Senate, upon the recommendation of the majority and minority leaders of the Senate; (C) 1 appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives; (D) 2 appointed by the Chief Justice of the United States; and (E) 5 appointed by the Administrator of General Services in accordance with paragraph (4). (2) No person shall serve as a member of the Commission who is (A) an officer or employee of the Federal Government; (B) registered (or required to register) under the Federal Regulation of Lobbying Act; 1 1 (C) a parent, sibling, spouse, child, or dependent relative, of anyone under subparagraph (A) or (B). (3) The persons appointed under subparagraphs (A) through (D) of paragraph (1) shall be selected without regard to political affiliation, and should be selected from among persons who have experience or expertise in such areas as government, personnel management, or public administration. (4) The Administrator of General Services shall by regulation establish procedures under which persons shall be selected for appointment under paragraph (1)(E). Such procedures (A) shall be designed in such a way so as to provide for the maximum degree of geographic diversity practicable among members under paragraph (1)(E); (B) shall include provisions under which those members shall be chosen by lot from among names randomly selected from voter registration lists; and (C) shall otherwise comply with applicable provisions of this section. (5) The chairperson shall be designated by the President. (6) A vacancy in the membership of the Commission shall be filled in the manner in which the original appointment was made. (7) Each member of the Commission shall be paid at the rate of $100 for each day such member is engaged upon the work of the Commission and shall be allowed travel expenses, including a per diem allowance, in accordance with section 5703 of title 5 (8) (A) The terms of office of persons first appointed as members of the Commission shall be for the period of the 1993 fiscal year of the Federal Government, and shall begin not later than February 14, 1993 (B) After the close of the 1993 fiscal year of the Federal Government, persons shall be appointed as members of the Commission with respect to every fourth fiscal year following the 1993 fiscal year. The terms of office of persons so appointed shall be for the period of the fiscal year with respect to which the appointment is made, except that, if any appointment is made after the beginning and before the close of any such fiscal year, the term of office based on such appointment shall be for the remainder of such fiscal year. (C) (i) Notwithstanding any provision of subparagraph (A) or (B), members of the Commission may continue to serve after the close of a fiscal year, if the date designated by the President under section 357 of this title (ii) Notwithstanding any provision of section 353 of this title ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225(b) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 642 Pub. L. 99190,  135(a) Dec. 19, 1985 99 Stat. 1322 Pub. L. 101194, title VII,  701(b) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1763  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Federal Regulation of Lobbying Act, referred to in par. (2)(B), is title III of act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 839 Pub. L. 10465,  11(a) Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 701 Amendments 1989 Pub. L. 101194 1985Par. (3). Pub. L. 99190 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 16, 1967 section 220(a)(1) of Pub. L. 90206 section 3110 of Title 5  353. Executive Director; additional personnel; detail of personnel of other agencies (1) Without regard to the provisions of title 5 governing appointments in the competitive service, and the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of such title, relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates, and on a temporary basis for periods covering all or part of any fiscal year referred to in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of section 352(8) of this title (A) the Commission is authorized to appoint an Executive Director and fix his basic pay at the rate provided for level V of the Executive Schedule by section 5316 of title 5 (B) with the approval of the Commission, the Executive Director is authorized to appoint and fix the basic pay (at respective rates not in excess of the maximum rate of the General Schedule in section 5332 of title 5 (2) Upon the request of the Commission, the head of any department, agency, or establishment of any branch of the Federal Government is authorized to detail, on a reimbursable basis, for periods covering all or part of any fiscal year referred to in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of section 352(8) of this title ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225(c) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 643 Pub. L. 101194, title VII,  701(c) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1764  Editorial Notes Amendments 1989 Pub. L. 101194 section 352(8) of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 16, 1967 section 220(a)(1) of Pub. L. 90206 section 3110 of Title 5 References in Other Laws to GS16, 17, or 18 Pay Rates References in laws to the rates of pay for GS16, 17, or 18, or to maximum rates of pay under the General Schedule, to be considered references to rates payable under specified sections of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees, see section 529 [title I,  101(c)(1)] of Pub. L. 101509 section 5376 of Title 5  354. Use of United States mails  The Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and upon the same conditions as other departments and agencies of the United States. ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225(d) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 643  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 16, 1967 section 220(a)(1) of Pub. L. 90206 section 3110 of Title 5  355. Administrative support services  The Administrator of General Services shall provide administrative support services for the Commission on a reimbursable basis. ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225(e) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 643  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 16, 1967 section 220(a)(1) of Pub. L. 90206 section 3110 of Title 5  356. Functions The Commission shall conduct, in each of the respective fiscal years referred to in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of section 352(8) of this title (A) the Vice President of the United States, Senators, Members of the House of Representatives, the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the President pro tempore of the Senate, and the majority and minority leaders of the Senate and the House of Representatives; (B) offices and positions in the legislative branch referred to in subsections (a), (b), (c), and (d) of section 203 of the Federal Legislative Salary Act of 1964 ( 78 Stat. 415 Public Law 88426 (C) justices, judges, and other personnel in the judicial branch referred to in section 403 of the Federal Judicial Salary Act of 1964 ( 78 Stat. 434 Public Law 88426 (D) offices and positions under the Executive Schedule in subchapter II of chapter 53 of title 5; and (E) the Governors of the Board of Governors of the United States Postal Service appointed under section 202 of title 39 Such review by the Commission shall be made for the purpose of determining and providing (i) the appropriate pay levels and relationships between and among the respective offices and positions covered by such review, and (ii) the appropriate pay relationships between such offices and positions and the offices and positions subject to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates. In reviewing the rates of pay of the offices or positions referred to in subparagraph (D) of this section, the Commission shall determine and consider the appropriateness of the executive levels of such offices and positions. ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225(f) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 643 Pub. L. 91375,  6(a) Aug. 12, 1970 84 Stat. 775 Pub. L. 9482, title II,  206(a) Aug. 9, 1975 89 Stat. 423 Pub. L. 95598, title III,  301 Nov. 6, 1978 92 Stat. 2673 Pub. L. 97164, title I,  143 Apr. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 45 Pub. L. 99190,  135(b) Dec. 19, 1985 99 Stat. 1322 Pub. L. 100202,  101(a) [title IV,  408(c)] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329 Pub. L. 101194, title VII,  701(d) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1764 Pub. L. 102572, title IX,  902(b)(1) Oct. 29, 1992 106 Stat. 4516  Editorial Notes  References in Text Subsections (a), (b), (c), and (d) of section 203 of the Federal Legislative Salary Act of 1964 ( 78 Stat. 415 Public Law 88426 section 203 of Pub. L. 88426 Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 415 section 136a1 of this title section 136a2 of this title Pub. L. 97258 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 889 section 1848 of this title Pub. L. 107217,  6(b) Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1304 section 303 of Title 44 Pub. L. 90620 Oct. 22, 1968 82 Stat. 1239 The rates of pay of justices, judges, and other personnel in the judicial branch, referred to in par. (C), are set out in section 867 of Title 10 section 7443 of Title 26 Amendments 1992Par. (C). Pub. L. 102572 1989 Pub. L. 101194 section 352(8) of this title 1987Par. (C). Pub. L. 100202 1985 Pub. L. 99190 1982Par. (C). Pub. L. 97164 1978Par. (C). Pub. L. 95598 1975Par. (A). Pub. L. 9482 1970Par. (E). Pub. L. 91375 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1992 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 102572 Oct. 29, 1992 section 911 of Pub. L. 102572 section 171 of Title 28 Effective Date of 1987 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 100202 Oct. 1, 1988 Pub. L. 100202 section 153 of Title 28 Effective Date of 1982 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 97164 Oct. 1, 1982 section 402 of Pub. L. 97164 section 171 of Title 28 Effective Date of 1978 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 95598 Oct. 1, 1979 section 402(a) of Pub. L. 95598 section 101 of Title 11 Effective Date of 1970 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 91375 Aug. 12, 1970 section 15(a) of Pub. L. 91375 section 101 of Title 39 Effective Date Section effective Dec. 16, 1967 section 220(a)(1) of Pub. L. 90206 section 3110 of Title 5 Effective Rates of Pay Pending Changes in Rates Pursuant to Federal Salary Act of 1967 Pub. L. 9482, title II,  206(b) Aug. 9, 1975 89 Stat. 423 Until such time as a change in the rate of pay of the offices referred to in the amendment made by subsection (a) of this section [amending par. (A) of this section] occurs under the provisions of the Federal Salary Act of 1967 ( 2 U.S.C. 351361 Aug. 9, 1975 section 104 of Title 3 section 303 of Title 44  356a. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 94440, title II Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1446 section 356 of this title Sept. 21, 1976 Pub. L. 94440, title II section 5318 of Title 5  357. Report by Commission to President with respect to pay  The Commission shall submit to the President a report of the results of each review conducted by the Commission with respect to rates of pay for the offices and positions within the purview of subparagraphs (A), (B), (C), and (D) of section 356 of this title ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225(g) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 644 Pub. L. 99190,  135(c) Dec. 19, 1985 99 Stat. 1322 Pub. L. 101194, title VII,  701(e) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1764  Editorial Notes Amendments 1989 Pub. L. 101194 1985 Pub. L. 99190 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 16, 1967 section 220(a)(1) of Pub. L. 90206 section 3110 of Title 5 1985 Fiscal Year Recommendations on Pay Rates of Offices and Positions Pub. L. 99190,  135(g) Dec. 19, 1985 99 Stat. 1323 section 357 of this title section 356 of this title  358. Recommendations of President with respect to pay (1) After considering the report and recommendations of the Commission submitted under section 357 of this title section 356 of this title (2) The President shall transmit his recommendations under this section to Congress on the first Monday after January 3 of the first calendar year beginning after the date on which the Commission submits its report and recommendations to the President under section 357 of this title ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225(h) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 644 Pub. L. 99190,  135(d) Dec. 19, 1985 99 Stat. 1322 Pub. L. 101194, title VII,  701(f) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1765  Editorial Notes Amendments 1989 Pub. L. 101194 section 1105(a) of title 31 section 357 of this title section 356 of this title 1985 Pub. L. 99190 section 1105(a) of title 31 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 16, 1967 section 220(a)(1) of Pub. L. 90206 section 3110 of Title 5 Commissions First Report After July 30, 1983 Pub. L. 9863, title I,  908(e) July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 338 July 30, 1983 Pub. L. 10290, title I,  6(c) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 451 Compensation and Emoluments of Attorney General Pub. L. 942 Feb. 18, 1975 89 Stat. 4 Feb. 4, 1975 Feb. 18, 1975 section 5312 of Title 5 Executive Documents Recommendations for Increases in Executive, Legislative, and Judicial Salaries Transmitted to Congress Jan. 9, 1989 Jan. 19, 1989 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) 1 As required by section 225 of the Federal Salary Act of 1967, Public Law 90206 2 U.S.C. 351 et seq The statute requires that, in the budget next submitted after receipt of the report of the Commission, I set forth recommendations for adjustment of these salaries. Pursuant to section 225(i), as amended by section 135 of Public Law 99190 2 U.S.C. 359 The Commissions report, submitted to me on December 14, 1988 The Commission found that Federal executives and legislators have experienced a decline of approximately 35 percent in real salaries since 1969. In contrast, the salaries of General Schedule employees have declined by only 8 percent over the same period. The Commissions recommendations go a long way towards compensating for this salary erosion, but they do not make up the full gap. For example, for an official at Executive Level II, which is also the Congressional salary rate, the salary level adjusted for inflation since 1969 would be $140,340, while the Commissions recommendation is $135,000. Every one of the Commissions that has met over the past 20 years concluded that a pay increase for key Federal officials was necessary. Each Commission found that pay for senior Government officials fell far behind that of their counterparts in the private sector. They also surmised that we cannot afford a Government composed primarily of those wealthy enough to serve. In accepting the Commissions salary recommendations, I recognize that we are under a mandate to reduce the Federal deficit and hold the costs of Government to an absolute minimum. Thus, while I have decided to propose a pay increase that accepts in full the salary recommendations made by the Commissioners in their report to me last month, this proposal will not increase the deficit; the funding for the pay increase will be fully absorbed within proposed budget levels. This increase fulfills my promise made in January 1987, that, assuming continued progress toward eliminating the deficit and favorable economic conditions, I would recommend another step toward overcoming the erosion of real income. While this represents a substantial increase in salaries, it is coupled with the salutary recommendation of a ban on receipt of all honoraria in all branches of Government. Although my recommendation concerning honoraria has no legal effect, I urge the swiftest possible consideration of this important reform. The Commission further recommended that Congress enact legislation to bar officials in the three branches from receiving honoraria. I endorse these recommendations of the Commission as an appropriate step toward better government. A salary increase and a prohibition on receipt of honoraria together will help ensure that the Government is able to attract and keep talented senior officials and that the questions that arise from outside payments of honoraria are put to rest. Accordingly, pursuant to subparagraphs (A), (B), (C), and (D) of section 225(f) and section 225(h) of Public Law 90206 81 Stat. 643 2 U.S.C. 356(A)      For the Vice President of the United States $175,000 For offices and positions under the Executive Schedule in subchapter II of chapter 53 of title 5, United States Code, as follows:  Positions at level I 155,000 Positions at level II 135,000 Positions at level III 125,000 Positions at level IV 120,000 Positions at level V 115,000 For the Speaker of the House of Representatives 175,000 For the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, majority leader and minority leader of the Senate, and majority leader and minority leader of the House of Representatives 155,000 For Senators, Members of the House of Representatives, Delegates to the House of Representatives, and the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico 135,000 For other officers and positions in the legislative branch as follows:  Comptroller General of the United States 135,000 Deputy Comptroller General of the United States, Librarian of Congress, and Architect of the Capitol 125,000 General Counsel of the General Accounting Office, Deputy Librarian of Congress, and Assistant Architect of the Capitol 120,000 For Justices, judges, and other personnel in the judicial branch as follows:  Chief Justice of the United States 175,000 Associate Justices of the Supreme Court 165,000 Judges:  U.S. Courts of Appeals 140,000 Court of Military Appeals 140,000 U.S. District Courts 135,000 Court of International Trade 135,000 Tax Court of the United States 135,000 U.S. Claims Court 135,000 Sincerely,  Ronald Reagan. 1 Editorial note January 9, 1989 [ Pub. L. 1011 Feb. 7, 1989 103 Stat. 3 That the Congress disapproves in their entirety the recommendations transmitted to the Congress by the President on January 9, 1989 Prior Salary Recommendations A prior recommendation of the President for increases in executive, legislative, and judicial salaries, which was transmitted to Congress on Jan. 5, 1987 101 Stat. 1967 Pub. L. 1006,  3 Feb. 12, 1987 101 Stat. 94 section 359 of this title A prior recommendation of the President for increases in executive, legislative, and judicial salaries, which was transmitted to Congress on Jan. 7, 1981 Jan. 9, 1981 Mar. 12, 1981 Mar. 12, 1981 Mar. 12, 1981 Mar. 12, 1981 Mar. 12, 1981 A prior recommendation of the President for increases in executive, legislative, and judicial salaries was transmitted to Congress on Jan. 17, 1977 91 Stat. 1643 A prior recommendation of the President for increases in executive, legislative, and judicial salaries was transmitted to Congress on Jan. 15, 1969 83 Stat. 863  359. Effective date of recommendations of President (1) None of the Presidents recommendations under section 358 of this title (2) (A) The recommendations of the President under section 358 of this title (B) (i) The provisions of this subparagraph are enacted by the Congress (I) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the Senate and the House of Representatives and as such shall be considered as part of the rules of each House, and shall supersede other rules only to the extent that they are inconsistent therewith; and (II) with full recognition of the constitutional right of either House to change the rules (so far as they relate to the procedures of that House) at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of that House. (ii) During the 60-calendar-day period beginning on the date that the President transmits his recommendations to the Congress under section 358 of this title (3) Except as provided in paragraph (4), any recommended pay adjustment approved under paragraph (2) shall take effect as of the date proposed by the President under section 358 of this title (4) (A) Notwithstanding the approval of the Presidents pay recommendations in accordance with paragraph (2), none of those recommendations shall take effect unless, between the date on which the bill or resolution approving those recommendations is signed by the President (or otherwise becomes law) and the earliest date as of which the President proposes (under section 358 of this title (B) For purposes of this paragraph, the term election of Representatives means an election held on the Tuesday following the first Monday of November in any even-numbered calendar year. ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225(i) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 644 Pub. L. 9519, title IV,  401(a) Apr. 12, 1977 91 Stat. 45 Pub. L. 99190,  135(e) Dec. 19, 1985 99 Stat. 1322 Pub. L. 101194, title VII,  701(g) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1765  Editorial Notes Amendments 1989 Pub. L. 101194 (1) The recommendations of the President which are transmitted to the Congress pursuant to section 358 of this title (2) The effective date of the rate or rates of pay which take effect for an office or position under paragraph (1) of this section shall be the first day of the first pay period which begins for such office or position after the end of the 30-day period described in such paragraph. 1985Par. (1). Pub. L. 99190 section 358 of this title Par. (2). Pub. L. 99190 1977Par. (1). Pub. L. 9519 section 358 of this title Par. (2). Pub. L. 9519 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 16, 1967 section 220(a)(1) of Pub. L. 90206 section 3110 of Title 5  360. Effect of recommendations on existing law and prior recommendations The recommendations of the President taking effect as provided in section 359 of this title (A) all provisions of law enacted prior to the effective date or dates of all or part (as the case may be) of such recommendations (other than any provision of law enacted with respect to such recommendations in the period beginning on the date the President transmits his recommendations to the Congress under section 358 of this title section 359(2) of this title (B) any prior recommendations of the President which take effect under this chapter. ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225(j) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 644 Pub. L. 9519, title IV,  401(b) Apr. 12, 1977 91 Stat. 46 Pub. L. 99190,  135(f) Dec. 19, 1985 99 Stat. 1322 Pub. L. 101194, title VII,  701(h) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1766  Editorial Notes Amendments 1989Cl. (A). Pub. L. 101194 section 358 of this title section 359(2) of this title section 359 of this title 1985 Pub. L. 99190 section 359 of this title section 359 of this title section 359 of this title 1977 Pub. L. 9519 section 359 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 16, 1967 section 220(a)(1) of Pub. L. 90206 section 3110 of Title 5  361. Publication of recommendations  The recommendations of the President which take effect shall be printed in the Statutes at Large in the same volume as public laws and shall be printed in the Federal Register and included in the Code of Federal Regulations. ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225(k) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 644  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 16, 1967 section 220(a)(1) of Pub. L. 90206 section 3110 of Title 5  362. Requirements applicable to recommendations Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, the recommendations submitted by the Commission to the President under section 357 of this title section 358 of this title (1) Any recommended pay adjustment shall specify the date as of which it is proposed that such adjustment take effect. (2) The proposed effective date of a pay adjustment may occur no earlier than January 1 of the second fiscal year, and no later than December 31 next following the close of the fifth fiscal year, beginning after the fiscal year in which the Commission conducts its review under section 356 of this title (3) (A) (i) The rates of pay recommended for the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Vice President of the United States, and the Chief Justice of the United States, respectively, shall be equal. (ii) The rates of pay recommended for the majority and minority leaders of the Senate and the House of Representatives, the President pro tempore of the Senate, and each office or position under section 5312 of title 5 (iii) The rates of pay recommended for a Senator, a Member of the House of Representatives, the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico, a Delegate to the House of Representatives, a judge of a district court of the United States, a judge of the United States Court of International Trade, and each office or position under section 5313 of title 5 (B) Nothing in this section shall be considered to require that the rate recommended for any office or position by the President under section 358 of this title section 357 of this title ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225 l Pub. L. 101194, title VII,  701(i) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1766  363. Additional function  The Commission shall, whenever it conducts a review under section 356 of this title section 357 of this title ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225(m) Pub. L. 101194, title VII,  701(j) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1767  364. Provision relating to certain other pay adjustments (1) A provision of law increasing the rate of pay payable for an office or position within the purview of subparagraph (A), (B), (C), or (D) of section 356 of this title (2) For purposes of this section, a provision of law enacted during the period beginning on the Tuesday following the first Monday of November of an even-numbered year of any Congress and ending at noon on the following January 3 shall be considered to have been enacted during the first session of the following Congress. (3) Nothing in this section shall be considered to apply with respect to any pay increase (A) which takes effect under the preceding sections of this chapter; (B) which is based on a change in the Employment Cost Index (as determined under section 704(a)(1) of the Ethics Reform Act of 1989) or which is in lieu of any pay adjustment which might otherwise be made in a year based on a change in such index (as so determined); or (C) which takes effect under section 702 or 703 of the Ethics Reform Act of 1989. ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  225(n) Pub. L. 101194, title VII,  701(k) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1767  Editorial Notes  References in Text Sections 702, 703, and 704(a)(1) of the Ethics Reform Act of 1989, referred to in par. (3)(B), (C), are sections 702, 703, and 704(a)(1) of Pub. L. 101194 CHAPTER 12 CONTESTED ELECTIONS    Sec.  381. Definitions.  382. Notice of contest.  383. Response of contestee.  384. Service and filing of papers other than notice of contest.  385. Default of contestee.  386. Deposition.  387. Notice of depositions.  388. Subpena for attendance at deposition.  389. Officer and witness fees.  390. Penalty for failure to appear, testify, or produce documents.  391. Certification and filing of depositions.  392. Record.  393. Filing of pleadings, motions, depositions, appendixes, briefs, and other papers.  394. Computation of time.  395. Death of contestant.  396. Allowance of partys expenses.  381. Definitions For purposes of this chapter: (1) The term election means an official general or special election to choose a Representative in, or Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress, but that term does not include a primary election, or a caucus or convention of a political party. (2) The term candidate means an individual (A) whose name is printed on the official ballot for election to the office of Representative in, or Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress, or (B) notwithstanding his name is not printed on such ballot, who seeks election to the office of Representative in, or Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress by write-in votes, provided that he is qualified for such office and that, under the law of the State in which the congressional district is located, write-in voting for such office is permitted and he is eligible to receive write-in votes in such election. (3) The term contestant means an individual who contests the election of a Member of the House of Representatives under this chapter. (4) The term contestee means a Member of the House of Representatives whose election is contested under this chapter. (5) The term Member of the House of Representatives means an incumbent Representative in, or Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress, or an individual who has been elected to such office but has not taken the oath of office. (6) The term Clerk means the Clerk of the House of Representatives. (7) The term committee means the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives. (8) The term State means a State of the United States and any territory or possession of the United States. (9) The term write-in vote means a vote cast for a person whose name does not appear on the official ballot by writing in the name of such person on such ballot or by any other method prescribed by the law of the State in which the election is held. ( Pub. L. 91138,  2 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 284 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  211(1) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1743  Editorial Notes Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186,  211(1)(A) Par. (1). Pub. L. 104186,  211(2)(A) Par. (2). Pub. L. 104186,  211(2)(B) Pub. L. 104186,  211(1)(D) Pars. (3), (4). Pub. L. 104186,  211(2)(C) Par. (5). Pub. L. 104186,  211(2)(E) Par. (6). Pub. L. 104186,  211(2)(F) Par. (7). Pub. L. 104186,  211(2)(G) Par. (8). Pub. L. 104186,  211(2)(H) Par. (9). Pub. L. 104186,  211(1)(A) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date Pub. L. 91138,  19 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 291 The provisions of, and the repeals made by, this Act [enacting this chapter and repealing sections 201 to 226 of this title] shall apply with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 5, 1969 Short Title Pub. L. 91138,  1 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 284 This Act [enacting this chapter and repealing sections 201 to 226 of this title] may be cited as the Federal Contested Election Act.  382. Notice of contest (a) Filing of notice Whoever, having been a candidate for election in the last preceding election and claiming a right to such office, intends to contest the election of a Member of the House of Representatives, shall, within thirty days after the result of such election shall have been declared by the officer or Board of Canvassers authorized by law to declare such result, file with the Clerk and serve upon the contestee written notice of his intention to contest such election. (b) Contents and form of notice Such notice shall state with particularity the grounds upon which contestant contests the election and shall state that an answer thereto must be served upon contestant under section 383 of this title (c) Service of notice; proof of service Service of the notice of contest upon contestee shall be made as follows: (1) by delivering a copy to him personally; (2) by leaving a copy at his dwelling house or usual place of abode with a person of discretion not less than sixteen years of age then residing therein; (3) by leaving a copy at his principal office or place of business with some person then in charge thereof; (4) by delivering a copy to an agent authorized by appointment to receive service of such notice; (5) by mailing a copy by registered or certified mail addressed to contestee at his residence or principal office or place of business. Service by mail is complete upon mailing; or (6) the verified return by the person so serving such notice, setting forth the time and manner of such service shall be proof of same, and the return post office receipt shall be proof of the service of said notice mailed by registered or certified mail as aforesaid. Proof of service shall be made to the Clerk promptly and in any event within the time during which the contestee must answer the notice of contest. Failure to make proof of service does not affect the validity of the service. ( Pub. L. 91138,  3 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 284 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  211(3) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1744  Editorial Notes Amendments 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104186,  211(3)(A) Subsec. (c)(4), (5). Pub. L. 104186,  211(3)(B) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  383. Response of contestee (a) Answer Any contestee upon whom a notice of contest as described in section 382 of this title (b) Defenses by motion prior to answer At the option of contestee, the following defenses may be made by motion served upon contestant prior to contestees answer: (1) Insufficiency of service of notice of contest. (2) Lack of standing of contestant. (3) Failure of notice of contest to state grounds sufficient to change result of election. (4) Failure of contestant to claim right to contestees seat. (c) Motion for more definite statement If a notice of contest to which an answer is required is so vague or ambiguous that the contestee cannot reasonably be required to frame a responsive answer, he may move for a more definite statement before interposing his answer. The motion shall point out the defects complained of and the details desired. If the motion is granted and the order of the committee is not obeyed within ten days after notice of the order or within such other time as the committee may fix, the committee may dismiss the action, or make such order as it deems just. (d) Time for serving answer after service of motion Service of a motion permitted under this section alters the time for serving the answer as follows, unless a different time is fixed by order of the committee: If the committee denies the motion or postpones its disposition until the hearing on the merits, the answer shall be served within ten days after notice of such action. If the committee grants a motion for a more definite statement the answer shall be served within ten days after service of the more definite statement. ( Pub. L. 91138,  4 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 285  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  384. Service and filing of papers other than notice of contest (a) Modes of service Except for the notice of contest, every paper required to be served shall be served upon the attorney representing the party, or, if he is not represented by an attorney, upon the party himself. Service upon the attorney or upon a party shall be made: (1) by delivering a copy to him personally; (2) by leaving it at his principal office with some person then in charge thereof; or if the office is closed or the person to be served has no office, leaving it at his dwelling house or usual place of abode with a person of discretion not less than sixteen years of age then residing therein; or (3) by mailing it addressed to the person to be served at his residence or principal office. Service by mail is complete upon mailing. (b) Filing of papers with clerk All papers subsequent to the notice of contest required to be served upon the opposing party shall be filed with the Clerk either before service or within a reasonable time thereafter. (c) Proof of service Papers filed subsequent to the notice of contest shall be accompanied by proof of service showing the time and manner of service, made by affidavit of the person making service or by certificate of an attorney representing the party in whose behalf service is made. Failure to make proof of service does not affect the validity of such service. ( Pub. L. 91138,  5 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 286  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  385. Default of contestee  The failure of contestee to answer the notice of contest or to otherwise defend as provided by this chapter shall not be deemed an admission of the truth of the averments in the notice of contest. Notwithstanding such failure, the burden is upon contestant to prove that the election results entitle him to contestees seat. ( Pub. L. 91138,  6 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 286  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  386. Deposition (a) Oral examination Either party may take the testimony of any person, including the opposing party, by deposition upon oral examination for the purpose of discovery or for use as evidence in the contested election case, or for both purposes. Depositions shall be taken only within the time for the taking of testimony prescribed in this section. (b) Scope of examination Witnesses may be examined regarding any matter, not privileged, which is relevant to the subject matter involved in the pending contested election case, whether it relates to the claim or defense of the examining party or the claim or defense of the opposing party, including the existence, description, nature, custody, condition and location of any books, papers, documents, or other tangible things and the identity and location of persons having knowledge of relevant facts. After the examining party has examined the witness the opposing party may cross examine. (c) Order and time of taking testimony The order in which the parties may take testimony shall be as follows: (1) Contestant may take testimony within thirty days after service of the answer, or, if no answer is served within the time provided in section 383 of this title (2) Contestee may take testimony within thirty days after contestants time for taking testimony has expired. (3) If contestee has taken any testimony or has filed testimonial affidavits or stipulations under section 387(c) of this title (d) Officer before whom testimony may be taken Testimony shall be taken before an officer authorized to administer oaths by the laws of the United States or of the place where the examination is held. (e) Subpena Attendance of witnesses may be compelled by subpena as provided in section 388 of this title (f) Taking of testimony by party or his agent At the taking of testimony, a party may appear and act in person, or by his agent or attorney. (g) Conduct of examination; recordation of testimony; notation of objections; interrogatories The officer before whom testimony is to be taken shall put the witness under oath and shall personally, or by someone acting under his direction and in his presence, record the testimony of the witness. The testimony shall be taken stenographically and transcribed. All objections made at the time of examination to the qualifications of the officer taking the deposition, or to the manner of taking it, or to the evidence presented, or the conduct of any party, and any other objection to the proceedings, shall be noted by the officer upon the deposition. Evidence objected to shall be taken subject to the objections. In lieu of participating in the oral examination, a party served with a notice of deposition may transmit written interrogatories to the officer, who shall propound them to the witness and record the answers verbatim. (h) Examination of deposition by witness; signature of witness or officer; use of deposition When the testimony is fully transcribed, the deposition shall be submitted to the witness for examination and shall be read to or by him, unless such examination and reading are waived by the witness and the parties. Any changes in the form or substance which the witness desires to make shall be entered upon the deposition by the officer with a statement of the reasons given by the witness for making them. The deposition shall be signed by the witness, unless the parties by stipulation waive the signing or the witness is ill or cannot be found or refuses to sign. If the deposition is not signed by the witness, the officer shall sign it and note on the deposition the fact of the waiver or of the illness or the absence of the witness or the fact of refusal to sign together with the reason, if any, given therefor; and the deposition may then be used as fully as though signed, unless on a motion to suppress, the committee rules that the reasons given for the refusal to sign require rejection of the deposition in whole or in part. ( Pub. L. 91138,  7 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 286  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  387. Notice of depositions (a) Time for service; form A party desiring to take the deposition of any person upon oral examination shall serve written notice on the opposing party not later than two days before the date of the examination. The notice shall state the time and place for taking the deposition and the name and address of each person to be examined. A copy of such notice, together with proof of such service thereof, shall be attached to the deposition when it is filed with the Clerk. (b) Testimony by stipulation By written stipulation of the parties, the deposition of a witness may be taken without notice. A copy of such stipulation shall be attached to the deposition when it is filed with the Clerk. (c) Testimony by affidavit; time for filing By written stipulation of the parties, the testimony of any witness of either party may be filed in the form of an affidavit by such witness or the parties may agree what a particular witness would testify to if his deposition were taken. Such testimonial affidavits or stipulations shall be filed within the time limits prescribed for the taking of testimony in section 386 of this title ( Pub. L. 91138,  8 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 287  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  388. Subpena for attendance at deposition (a) Issuance Upon application of any party, a subpena for attendance at a deposition shall be issued by: (1) a judge or clerk of the United States district court for the district in which the place of examination is located; (2) a judge or clerk of any court of record of the State in which the place of examination is located; or (3) a judge or clerk of any court of record of the county in which the place of examination is located. (b) Time, method, and proof of service Service of the subpena shall be made upon the witness no later than three days before the day on which his attendance is directed. A subpena may be served by any person who is not a party to the contested election case and is not less than eighteen years of age. Service of a subpena upon a person named therein shall be made by delivering a copy thereof to such person and by tendering to him the fee for one days attendance and the mileage allowed by section 389 of this title (c) Place of examination A witness may be required to attend an examination only in the county wherein he resides or is employed, or transacts his business in person, or is served with a subpena, or within forty miles of the place of service. (d) Form Every subpena shall state the name and title of the officer issuing same and the title of the contested election case, and shall command each person to whom it is directed to attend and give testimony at a time and place and before an officer specified therein. (e) Production of documents A subpena may also command the person to whom it is directed to produce the books, papers, documents, or other tangible things designated therein, but the committee, upon motion promptly made and in any event at or before the time specified in the subpena for compliance therewith, may (1) quash or modify the subpena if it is unreasonable or oppressive, or (2) condition denial of the motion upon the advancement by the party in whose behalf the subpena is issued of the reasonable cost of producing the books, papers, documents, or tangible things. In the case of public records or documents, copies thereof, certified by the person having official custody thereof, may be produced in lieu of the originals. ( Pub. L. 91138,  9 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 288  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  389. Officer and witness fees (a) Each judge, clerk of court, or other officer who issues any subpena or takes a deposition and each person who serves any subpena or other paper herein authorized shall be entitled to receive from the party at whose instance the service shall have been performed such fees as are allowed for similar services in the district courts of the United States. (b) Witnesses whose depositions are taken shall be entitled to receive from the party at whose instance the witness appeared the same fees and travel allowance paid to witnesses subpenaed to appear before the House of Representatives or its committees. ( Pub. L. 91138,  10 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 288  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  390. Penalty for failure to appear, testify, or produce documents  Every person who, having been subpenaed as a witness under this chapter to give testimony or to produce documents, willfully makes default, or who, having appeared, refuses to answer any question pertinent to the contested election case, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by fine of not more than $1,000 nor less than $100 or imprisonment for not less than one month nor more than twelve months, or both. ( Pub. L. 91138,  11 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 288  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  391. Certification and filing of depositions (a) Sealing of papers; deposit with clerk The officer before whom any deposition is taken shall certify thereon that the witness was duly sworn by him and that the deposition is a true record of the testimony given by the witness. He shall then securely seal the deposition, together with any papers produced by the witness and the notice of deposition or stipulation, if the deposition was taken without notice, in an envelope endorsed with the title of the contested election case and marked Deposition of (here insert name of witness) and shall within thirty days after completion of the witness testimony, file it with the Clerk. (b) Notification of filing After filing the deposition, the officer shall promptly notify the parties of its filing. (c) Copy of deposition to parties or deponents Upon payment of reasonable charges therefor, not to exceed the charges allowed in the district court of the United States for the district wherein the place of examination is located, the officer shall furnish a copy of deposition to any party or the deponent. ( Pub. L. 91138,  12 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 289  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  392. Record (a) Hearing on papers, depositions, and exhibits Contested election cases shall be heard by the committee on the papers, depositions, and exhibits filed with the Clerk. Such papers, depositions, and exhibits shall constitute the record of the case. (b) Appendix to contestants brief Contestant shall print as an appendix to his brief those portions of the record which he desires the committee to consider in order to decide the case and such other portions of the record as may be prescribed by the rules of the committee. (c) Appendix to contestees brief Contestee shall print as an appendix to his brief those portions of the record not printed by contestant which contestee desires the committee to consider in order to decide the case. (d) Contestants brief; service on contestee Within forty-five days after the time for both parties to take testimony has expired, contestant shall serve on contestee his printed brief of the facts and authorities relied on to establish his case together with his appendix. (e) Contestees brief; service on contestant Within thirty days of service of contestants brief and appendix, contestee shall serve on contestant his printed brief of the facts and authorities relied on to establish his case together with his appendix. (f) Reply brief of contestant Within ten days after service of contestees brief and appendix, contestant may serve on contestee a printed reply brief. (g) Form of briefs; number of copies served and filed The form and length of the briefs, the form of the appendixes, and the number of copies to be served and filed shall be in accordance with such rules as the committee may prescribe. ( Pub. L. 91138,  13 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 289  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  393. Filing of pleadings, motions, depositions, appendixes, briefs, and other papers (a) Filings of pleadings, motions, depositions, appendixes, briefs, and other papers shall be accomplished by: (1) delivering a copy thereof to the Clerk of the House of Representatives at his office in Washington, District of Columbia, or to a member of his staff at such office; or (2) mailing a copy thereof, by registered or certified mail, addressed to the Clerk at the House of Representatives, Washington, District of Columbia: Provided (3) delivering or mailing, simultaneously with the delivery or mailing of a copy thereof under paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, such additional copies as the committee may by rule prescribe. (b) All papers filed with the Clerk pursuant to this chapter shall be promptly transmitted by him to the committee. ( Pub. L. 91138,  14 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 289  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  394. Computation of time (a) Method of computing time In computing any period of time prescribed or allowed by this chapter or by the rules or any order of the committee, the day of the act, event, or default after which the designated period of time begins to run shall not be included. The last day of the period so computed shall be included, unless it is a Saturday, a Sunday, or a legal holiday, in which event the period shall run until the end of the next day which is neither a Saturday, a Sunday, nor a legal holiday. When the period of time prescribed or allowed is less than seven days, intermediate Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays shall be excluded in the computation. For the purposes of this chapter, legal holiday shall mean New Years Day, Washingtons Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and any other day appointed as a holiday by the President or the Congress of the United States. (b) Service by mail Whenever a party has the right or is required to do some act or take some proceeding within a prescribed period after the service of a pleading, motion, notice, brief, or other paper upon him, which is served upon him by mail, three days shall be added to the prescribed period. (c) Enlargement of time When by this chapter or by the rules or any order of the committee an act is required or allowed to be done at or within a specified time, the committee, for good cause shown, may at any time in its discretion (1) with or without motion or notice, order the period enlarged if request therefor is made before the expiration of the period originally prescribed or as extended by a previous order, or (2) upon motion made after the expiration of the specified period, permit the act to be done where the failure to act was the result of excusable neglect, but it shall not extend the time for serving and filing the notice of contest under section 382 of this title ( Pub. L. 91138,  15 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 290  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  395. Death of contestant  In the event of the death of the contestant, the contested election case shall abate. ( Pub. L. 91138,  16 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 290  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title  396. Allowance of partys expenses  The committee may allow any party reimbursement from the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives of his reasonable expenses of the contested election case, including reasonable attorneys fees, upon the verified application of such party accompanied by a complete and detailed account of his expenses and supporting vouchers and receipts. ( Pub. L. 91138,  17 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 290 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  211(4) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1744  Editorial Notes Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to any general or special election for Representative in, or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress of the United States occurring after Dec. 5, 1969 section 19 of Pub. L. 91138 section 381 of this title CHAPTER 13 JOINT COMMITTEE ON CONGRESSIONAL OPERATIONS  411 to 417. Repealed. Pub. L. 104186, title II,  212(1)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1745   Section 411, Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  401 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1187  Section 412, Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  402 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1187  Section 412a, based on H. Res. No. 988,  206, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Section 413, Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  403 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1188  Section 414, Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  404 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1188  Section 415, Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  405 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1188  Section 416, Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  406 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1189  Section 417, Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  407 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1189 CHAPTER 14 FEDERAL ELECTION CAMPAIGNS    SUBCHAPTER IDISCLOSURE OF FEDERAL CAMPAIGN FUNDS  Sec.  431 434. Transferred.  435 436. Repealed.  437. Transferred.  437a 437b. Repealed.  437c 437d. Transferred.  437e. Repealed.  437f 439a. Transferred.  439b. Repealed.  439c. Transferred.  440 441. Repealed.  441a 441i. Transferred.  441j. Repealed.  441k 442. Transferred.  SUBCHAPTER IIGENERAL PROVISIONS  451 455. Transferred.  456. Repealed.  457. Transferred. SUBCHAPTER I DISCLOSURE OF FEDERAL CAMPAIGN FUNDS  431. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 431 was editorially reclassified as section 30101 of Title 52  432. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 432 was editorially reclassified as section 30102 of Title 52  433. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 433 was editorially reclassified as section 30103 of Title 52  434. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 434 was editorially reclassified as section 30104 of Title 52  435, 436. Repealed. Pub. L. 96187, title I,  105(1) Jan. 8, 1980 93 Stat. 1354   Section 435, Pub. L. 92225, title III,  305 Feb. 7, 1972 86 Stat. 16 Pub. L. 93443, title II,  205(a) Oct. 15, 1974 88 Stat. 1278  Section 436, Pub. L. 92225, title III,  306 Feb. 7, 1972 86 Stat. 16 Pub. L. 93443, title II Oct. 15, 1974 88 Stat. 1278 Pub. L. 94283, title I,  115(a) May 11, 1976 90 Stat. 495 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Jan. 8, 1980 section 301(a) of Pub. L. 96187 section 30101 of Title 52  437. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 437 was editorially reclassified as section 30105 of Title 52  437a. Repealed. Pub. L. 94283, title I,  105 May 11, 1976 90 Stat. 481   Section, Pub. L. 92225, title III,  308 Pub. L. 93443, title II,  208(a) Oct. 15, 1974 88 Stat. 1279 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Savings Provision Repeal by Pub. L. 94283 section 114 of Pub. L. 94283 section 441 of this title  437b. Repealed. Pub. L. 96187, title I,  105(1) Jan. 8, 1980 93 Stat. 1354   Section, Pub. L. 92225, title III,  308 Pub. L. 93443, title II,  208(a) Oct. 15, 1974 88 Stat. 1280 Pub. L. 94283, title I May 11, 1976 90 Stat. 481 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Jan. 8, 1980 section 301(a) of Pub. L. 96187 section 30101 of Title 52  437c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 437c was editorially reclassified as section 30106 of Title 52  437d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 437d was editorially reclassified as section 30107 of Title 52  437e. Repealed. Pub. L. 96187, title I,  105(1) Jan. 8, 1980 93 Stat. 1354   Section, Pub. L. 92225, title III,  311 Pub. L. 93443, title II,  208(a) Oct. 15, 1974 88 Stat. 1283 Pub. L. 94283, title I,  105 May 11, 1976 90 Stat. 481 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Jan. 8, 1980 section 301(a) of Pub. L. 96187 section 30101 of Title 52  437f. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 437f was editorially reclassified as section 30108 of Title 52  437g. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 437g was editorially reclassified as section 30109 of Title 52  437h. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 437h was editorially reclassified as section 30110 of Title 52  438. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 438 was editorially reclassified as section 30111 of Title 52 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Annual Reports for Calendar Years Beginning After Dec. 31, 1972 Pub. L. 93443, title II,  209(a)(2) Oct. 15, 1974 88 Stat. 1287 December 31, 1972  438a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 438a was editorially reclassified as section 30112 of Title 52  439. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 439 was editorially reclassified as section 30113 of Title 52  439a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 439a was editorially reclassified as section 30114 of Title 52  439b. Repealed. Pub. L. 96187, title I,  105(1) Jan. 8, 1980 93 Stat. 1354   Section, Pub. L. 92225, title III,  318 Pub. L. 93443, title II,  210 Oct. 15, 1974 88 Stat. 1289 Pub. L. 94283, title I,  105 May 11, 1976 90 Stat. 481 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Jan. 8, 1980 section 301(a) of Pub. L. 96187 section 30101 of Title 52  439c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 439c was editorially reclassified as section 30115 of Title 52  440. Repealed. Pub. L. 93443, title I,  101(f)(4) Oct. 15, 1974 88 Stat. 1268   Section, Pub. L. 92225, title III,  310 Feb. 7, 1972 86 Stat. 19 section 30122 of Title 52 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Jan. 1, 1975 section 410(a) of Pub. L. 93443 section 30101 of Title 52  441. Repealed. Pub. L. 94283, title I,  112(1) May 11, 1976 90 Stat. 486   Section, Pub. L. 92225, title III,  320 Feb. 7, 1972 86 Stat. 19 Pub. L. 93443, title II,  208(a) Oct. 15, 1974 88 Stat. 1279 Pub. L. 94283, title I,  105 May 11, 1976 90 Stat. 481 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Savings Provision Pub. L. 94283, title I,  114 May 11, 1976 90 Stat. 495 Except as otherwise provided by this Act [see Tables for classification], the repeal by this Act of any section or penalty shall not have the effect of releasing or extinguishing any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred under such section or penalty, and such section or penalty shall be treated as remaining in force for the purpose of sustaining any proper action or prosecution for the enforcement of any penalty, forfeiture, or liability.  441a. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 441a was editorially reclassified as section 30116 of Title 52  441a1. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 441a1 was editorially reclassified as section 30117 of Title 52  441b. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 441b was editorially reclassified as section 30118 of Title 52  441c. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 441c was editorially reclassified as section 30119 of Title 52  441d. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 441d was editorially reclassified as section 30120 of Title 52  441e. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 441e was editorially reclassified as section 30121 of Title 52  441f. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 441f was editorially reclassified as section 30122 of Title 52  441g. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 441g was editorially reclassified as section 30123 of Title 52  441h. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 441h was editorially reclassified as section 30124 of Title 52  441i. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 441i was editorially reclassified as section 30125 of Title 52  441j. Repealed. Pub. L. 96187, title I,  105(1) Jan. 8, 1980 93 Stat. 1354   Section, Pub. L. 92225, title III,  329 Pub. L. 94283, title I,  112(2) May 11, 1976 90 Stat. 494 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Jan. 8, 1980 section 301(a) of Pub. L. 96187 section 30101 of Title 52  441k. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 441k was editorially reclassified as section 30126 of Title 52  442. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 442 was editorially reclassified as section 6566 of this title SUBCHAPTER II GENERAL PROVISIONS  451. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 451 was editorially reclassified as section 30141 of Title 52  452. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 452 was editorially reclassified as section 30142 of Title 52  453. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 453 was editorially reclassified as section 30143 of Title 52  454. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 454 was editorially reclassified as section 30144 of Title 52  455. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 455 was editorially reclassified as section 30145 of Title 52  456. Repealed. Pub. L. 94283, title I,  111 May 11, 1976 90 Stat. 486   Section, Pub. L. 92225, title IV,  407 Pub. L. 93443, title III,  302 Oct. 15, 1974 88 Stat. 1290 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Savings Provision Repeal by Pub. L. 94283 section 114 of Pub. L. 94283 section 441 of this title  457. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 457 was editorially reclassified as section 30146 of Title 52 CHAPTER 15 OFFICE OF TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT    Sec.  471. Congressional findings and declaration of purpose.  472. Office of Technology Assessment.  473. Technology Assessment Board.  474. Director of Office of Technology Assessment.  475. Powers of Office of Technology Assessment.  476. Technology Assessment Advisory Council.  477. Utilization of services of Library of Congress.  478. Utilization of the Government Accountability Office.  479. Coordination of activities with National Science Foundation.  480. Omitted.  481. Authorization of appropriations; availability of appropriations.  471. Congressional findings and declaration of purpose The Congress hereby finds and declares that: (a) As technology continues to change and expand rapidly, its applications are (1) large and growing in scale; and (2) increasingly extensive, pervasive, and critical in their impact, beneficial and adverse, on the natural and social environment. (b) Therefore, it is essential that, to the fullest extent possible, the consequences of technological applications be anticipated, understood, and considered in determination of public policy on existing and emerging national problems. (c) The Congress further finds that: (1) the Federal agencies presently responsible directly to the Congress are not designed to provide the legislative branch with adequate and timely information, independently developed, relating to the potential impact of technological applications, and (2) the present mechanisms of the Congress do not and are not designed to provide the legislative branch with such information. (d) Accordingly, it is necessary for the Congress to (1) equip itself with new and effective means for securing competent, unbiased information concerning the physical, biological, economic, social, and political effects of such applications; and (2) utilize this information, whenever appropriate, as one factor in the legislative assessment of matters pending before the Congress, particularly in those instances where the Federal Government may be called upon to consider support for, or management or regulation of, technological applications. ( Pub. L. 92484,  2 Oct. 13, 1972 86 Stat. 797  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Short Title Pub. L. 92484,  1 Oct. 13, 1972 86 Stat. 797 That this Act [enacting this chapter and amending section 1862 of Title 42  Termination of Office of Technology Assessment Pub. L. 10453, title I Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 526  Sec. 113. Upon enactment of this Act [ Nov. 19, 1995 Sec. 114. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949, as amended [see chapters 1 to 11 of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, and division C (except sections 3302, 3307(e), 3501(b), 3509, 3906, 4710, and 4711) of subtitle I of Title 41, Public Contracts], or any other provision of law, upon the abolition of the Office of Technology Assessment, all records and property of the Office (including the Unix system, all computer hardware and software, all library collections and research materials, and all photocopying equipment), shall be under the administrative control of the Architect of the Capitol. Not later than December 31, 1995  472. Office of Technology Assessment (a) Creation In accordance with the findings and declaration of purpose in section 471 of this title (b) Composition The Office shall consist of a Technology Assessment Board (hereinafter referred to as the Board) which shall formulate and promulgate the policies of the Office, and a Director who shall carry out such policies and administer the operations of the Office. (c) Functions and duties The basic function of the Office shall be to provide early indications of the probable beneficial and adverse impacts of the applications of technology and to develop other coordinate information which may assist the Congress. In carrying out such function, the Office shall: (1) identify existing or probable impacts of technology or technological programs; (2) where possible, ascertain cause-and-effect relationships; (3) identify alternative technological methods of implementing specific programs; (4) identify alternative programs for achieving requisite goals; (5) make estimates and comparisons of the impacts of alternative methods and programs; (6) present findings of completed analyses to the appropriate legislative authorities; (7) identify areas where additional research or data collection is required to provide adequate support for the assessments and estimates described in paragraph (1) through (5) of this subsection; and (8) undertake such additional associated activities as the appropriate authorities specified under subsection (d) may direct. (d) Initiation of assessment activities Assessment activities undertaken by the Office may be initiated upon the request of: (1) the chairman of any standing, special, or select committee of either House of the Congress, or of any joint committee of the Congress, acting for himself or at the request of the ranking minority member or a majority of the committee members; (2) the Board; or (3) the Director, in consultation with the Board. (e) Availability of information Assessments made by the Office, including information, surveys, studies, reports, and findings related thereto, shall be made available to the initiating committee or other appropriate committees of the Congress. In addition, any such information, surveys, studies, reports, and findings produced by the Office may be made available to the public except where (1) to do so would violate security statutes; or (2) the Board considers it necessary or advisable to withhold such information in accordance with one or more of the numbered paragraphs in section 552(b) of title 5 ( Pub. L. 92484,  3 Oct. 13, 1972 86 Stat. 797  473. Technology Assessment Board (a) Membership The Board shall consist of thirteen members as follows: (1) six Members of the Senate, appointed by the President pro tempore of the Senate, three from the majority party and three from the minority party; (2) six Members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, three from the majority party and three from the minority party; and (3) the Director, who shall not be a voting member. (b) Execution of functions during vacancies; filling of vacancies Vacancies in the membership of the Board shall not affect the power of the remaining members to execute the functions of the Board and shall be filled in the same manner as in the case of the original appointment. (c) Chairman and vice chairman; selection procedure The Board shall select a chairman and a vice chairman from among its members at the beginning of each Congress. The vice chairman shall act in the place and stead of the chairman in the absence of the chairman. The chairmanship and the vice chairmanship shall alternate between the Senate and the House of Representatives with each Congress. The chairman during each even-numbered Congress shall be selected by the Members of the House of Representatives on the Board from among their number. The vice chairman during each Congress shall be chosen in the same manner from that House of Congress other than the House of Congress of which the chairman is a Member. (d) Meetings; powers of Board The Board is authorized to sit and act at such places and times during the sessions, recesses, and adjourned periods of Congress, and upon a vote of a majority of its members, to require by subpena or otherwise the attendance of such witnesses and the production of such books, papers, and documents, to administer such oaths and affirmations, to take such testimony, to procure such printing and binding, and to make such expenditures, as it deems advisable. The Board may make such rules respecting its organization and procedures as it deems necessary, except that no recommendation shall be reported from the Board unless a majority of the Board assent. Subpenas may be issued over the signature of the chairman of the Board or of any voting member designated by him or by the Board, and may be served by such person or persons as may be designated by such chairman or member. The chairman of the Board or any voting member thereof may administer oaths or affirmations to witnesses. ( Pub. L. 92484,  4 Oct. 13, 1972 86 Stat. 798  474. Director of Office of Technology Assessment (a) Appointment; term; compensation The Director of the Office of Technology Assessment shall be appointed by the Board and shall serve for a term of six years unless sooner removed by the Board. He shall receive basic pay at the rate provided for level III of the Executive Schedule under section 5314 of title 5 (b) Powers and duties In addition to the powers and duties vested in him by this chapter, the Director shall exercise such powers and duties as may be delegated to him by the Board. (c) Deputy Director; appointment; functions; compensation The Director may appoint with the approval of the Board, a Deputy Director who shall perform such functions as the Director may prescribe and who shall be Acting Director during the absence or incapacity of the Director or in the event of a vacancy in the office of Director. The Deputy Director shall receive basic pay at the rate provided for level IV of the Executive Schedule under section 5315 of title 5 (d) Restrictions on outside employment activities of Director and Deputy Director Neither the Director nor the Deputy Director shall engage in any other business, vocation, or employment than that of serving as such Director or Deputy Director, as the case may be; nor shall the Director or Deputy Director, except with the approval of the Board, hold any office in, or act in any capacity for, any organization, agency, or institution with which the Office makes any contract or other arrangement under this chapter. ( Pub. L. 92484,  5 Oct. 13, 1972 86 Stat. 799  475. Powers of Office of Technology Assessment (a) Use of public and private personnel and organizations; formation of special ad hoc task forces; contracts with governmental, etc., agencies and instrumentalities; advance, progress, and other payments; utilization of services of voluntary and uncompensated personnel; acquisition, holding, and disposal of real and personal property; promulgation of rules and regulations The Office shall have the authority, within the limits of available appropriations, to do all things necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter, including, but without being limited to, the authority to (1) make full use of competent personnel and organizations outside the Office, public or private, and form special ad hoc task forces or make other arrangements when appropriate; (2) enter into contracts or other arrangements as may be necessary for the conduct of the work of the Office with any agency or instrumentality of the United States, with any State, territory, or possession or any political subdivision thereof, or with any person, firm, association, corporation, or educational institution, with or without reimbursement, without performance or other bonds, and without regard to section 6101 of title 41 (3) make advance, progress, and other payments which relate to technology assessment without regard to the provisions of section 3324(a) and (b) of title 31; (4) accept and utilize the services of voluntary and uncompensated personnel necessary for the conduct of the work of the Office and provide transportation and subsistence as authorized by section 5703 of title 5 (5) acquire by purchase, lease, loan, or gift, and hold and dispose of by sale, lease, or loan, real and personal property of all kinds necessary for or resulting from the exercise of authority granted by this chapter; and (6) prescribe such rules and regulations as it deems necessary governing the operation and organization of the Office. (b) Recordkeeping by contractors and other parties entering into contracts and other arrangements with Office; availability of books and records to Office and Comptroller General for audit and examination Contractors and other parties entering into contracts and other arrangements under this section which involve costs to the Government shall maintain such books and related records as will facilitate an effective audit in such detail and in such manner as shall be prescribed by the Office, and such books and records (and related documents and papers) shall be available to the Office and the Comptroller General of the United States, or any of their duly authorized representatives, for the purpose of audit and examination. (c) Operation of laboratories, pilot plants, or test facilities The Office, in carrying out the provisions of this chapter, shall not, itself, operate any laboratories, pilot plants, or test facilities. (d) Requests to executive departments or agencies for information, suggestions, estimates, statistics, and technical assistance; duty of executive departments and agencies to furnish information, etc. The Office is authorized to secure directly from any executive department or agency information, suggestions, estimates, statistics, and technical assistance for the purpose of carrying out its functions under this chapter. Each such executive department or agency shall furnish the information, suggestions, estimates, statistics, and technical assistance directly to the Office upon its request. (e) Requests to heads of executive departments or agencies for detail of personnel; reimbursement On request of the Office, the head of any executive department or agency may detail, with or without reimbursement, any of its personnel to assist the Office in carrying out its functions under this chapter. (f) Appointment and compensation of personnel The Director shall, in accordance with such policies as the Board shall prescribe, appoint and fix the compensation of such personnel as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter. ( Pub. L. 92484,  6 Oct. 13, 1972 86 Stat. 799  Editorial Notes Codification In subsec. (a)(2),  section 6101 of title 41 41 U.S.C. 5 Pub. L. 111350,  6(c) Jan. 4, 2011 124 Stat. 3854 In subsec. (a)(3), section 3324(a) and (b) of title 31 substituted for section 3648 of the Revised Statutes ( 31 U.S.C. 529 Pub. L. 97258,  4(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1067  476. Technology Assessment Advisory Council (a) Establishment; composition The Office shall establish a Technology Assessment Advisory Council (hereinafter referred to as the Council). The Council shall be composed of the following twelve members: (1) ten members from the public, to be appointed by the Board, who shall be persons eminent in one or more fields of the physical, biological, or social sciences or engineering or experienced in the administration of technological activities, or who may be judged qualified on the basis of contributions made to educational or public activities; (2) the Comptroller General; and (3) the Director of the Congressional Research Service of the Library of Congress. (b) Duties The Council, upon request by the Board, shall (1) review and make recommendations to the Board on activities undertaken by the Office or on the initiation thereof in accordance with section 472(d) of this title (2) review and make recommendations to the Board on the findings of any assessment made by or for the Office; and (3) undertake such additional related tasks as the Board may direct. (c) Chairman and Vice Chairman; election by Council from members appointed from public; terms and conditions of service The Council by majority vote, shall elect from its members appointed under subsection (a)(1) of this section a Chairman and a Vice Chairman, who shall serve for such time and under such conditions as the Council may prescribe. In the absence of the Chairman, or in the event of his incapacity, the Vice Chairman shall act as Chairman. (d) Terms of office of members appointed from public; reappointment The term of office of each member of the Council appointed under subsection (a)(1) shall be four years except that any such member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring prior to the expiration of the term for which his predecessor was appointed shall be appointed for the remainder of such term. No person shall be appointed a member of the Council under subsection (a)(1) more than twice. Terms of the members appointed under subsection (a)(1) shall be staggered so as to establish a rotating membership according to such method as the Board may devise. (e) Payment to Comptroller General and Director of Congressional Research Service of travel and other necessary expenses; payment to members appointed from public of compensation and reimbursement for travel, subsistence, and other necessary expenses (1) The members of the Council other than those appointed under subsection (a)(1) shall receive no pay for their services as members of the Council, but shall be allowed necessary travel expenses (or, in the alternative, mileage for use of privately owned vehicles and payments when traveling on official business at not to exceed the payment prescribed in regulations implementing section 5702 and in 1 1 section 5731 of title 5 (2) The members of the Council appointed under subsection (a)(1) shall receive compensation for each day engaged in the actual performance of duties vested in the Council at rates of pay not in excess of the daily equivalent of the highest rate of basic pay set forth in the General Schedule of section 5332(a) of title 5 ( Pub. L. 92484,  7 Oct. 13, 1972 86 Stat. 800 Pub. L. 99234, title I,  107(a) Jan. 2, 1986 99 Stat. 1759  Editorial Notes Amendments 1986Subsec. (e)(1). Pub. L. 99234 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1986 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99234 Jan. 2, 1986 Jan. 2, 1986 section 301(a) of Pub. L. 99234 section 5701 of Title 5 Termination of Advisory Councils Advisory councils in existence on Jan. 5, 1973 Jan. 5, 1973 References in Other Laws to GS16, 17, or 18 Pay Rates References in laws to the rates of pay for GS16, 17, or 18, or to maximum rates of pay under the General Schedule, to be considered references to rates payable under specified sections of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees, see section 529 [title I,  101(c)(1)] of Pub. L. 101509 section 5376 of Title 5  477. Utilization of services of Library of Congress (a) Authority of Librarian to make available services and assistance of Congressional Research Service To carry out the objectives of this chapter, the Librarian of Congress is authorized to make available to the Office such services and assistance of the Congressional Research Service as may be appropriate and feasible. (b) Scope of services and assistance Such services and assistance made available to the Office shall include, but not be limited to, all of the services and assistance which the Congressional Research Service is otherwise authorized to provide to the Congress. (c) Services or responsibilities performed by Congressional Research Service for Congress not altered or modified; authority of Librarian to establish within Congressional Research Service additional divisions, etc. Nothing in this section shall alter or modify any services or responsibilities, other than those performed for the Office, which the Congressional Research Service under law performs for or on behalf of the Congress. The Librarian is, however, authorized to establish within the Congressional Research Service such additional divisions, groups, or other organizational entities as may be necessary to carry out the purpose of this chapter. (d) Reimbursement for services and assistance Services and assistance made available to the Office by the Congressional Research Service in accordance with this section may be provided with or without reimbursement from funds of the Office, as agreed upon by the Board and the Librarian of Congress. ( Pub. L. 92484,  8 Oct. 13, 1972 86 Stat. 801  478. Utilization of the Government Accountability Office (a) Authority of Government Accountability Office to furnish financial and administrative services Financial and administrative services (including those related to budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, personnel, and procurement) and such other services as may be appropriate shall be provided the Office by the Government Accountability Office. (b) Scope of services and assistance Such services and assistance to the Office shall include, but not be limited to, all of the services and assistance which the Government Accountability Office is otherwise authorized to provide to the Congress. (c) Services or responsibilities performed by Government Accountability Office for Congress not altered or modified Nothing in this section shall alter or modify any services or responsibilities, other than those performed for the Office, which the Government Accountability Office under law performs for or on behalf of the Congress. (d) Reimbursement for services and assistance Services and assistance made available to the Office by the Government Accountability Office in accordance with this section may be provided with or without reimbursement from funds of the Office, as agreed upon by the Board and the Comptroller General. ( Pub. L. 92484,  9 Oct. 13, 1972 86 Stat. 802 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814  Editorial Notes Amendments 2004 Pub. L. 108271  479. Coordination of activities with National Science Foundation The Office shall maintain a continuing liaison with the National Science Foundation with respect to (1) grants and contracts formulated or activated by the Foundation which are for purposes of technology assessment; and (2) the promotion of coordination in areas of technology assessment, and the avoidance of unnecessary duplication or overlapping of research activities in the development of technology assessment techniques and programs. ( Pub. L. 92484,  10(a) Oct. 13, 1972 86 Stat. 802  480. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 92484,  11 Oct. 13, 1972 86 Stat. 802 May 15, 2000 section 3003 of Pub. L. 10466 section 1113 of Title 31  481. Authorization of appropriations; availability of appropriations (a) To enable the Office to carry out its powers and duties, there is hereby authorized to be appropriated to the Office, out of any money in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, not to exceed $5,000,000 in the aggregate for the two fiscal years ending June 30, 1973 June 30, 1974 (b) Appropriations made pursuant to the authority provided in subsection (a) shall remain available for obligation, for expenditure, or for obligation and expenditure for such period or periods as may be specified in the Act making such appropriations. ( Pub. L. 92484,  12 Oct. 13, 1972 86 Stat. 803 CHAPTER 16 CONGRESSIONAL MAILING STANDARDS    Sec.  501. House Communications Standards Commission.  502. Select Committee on Standards and Conduct of the Senate.  503. Official mail of persons entitled to use congressional frank.  504. Mass mailings by Senate offices; quarterly statements; publication of summary tabulations.  505. Mass mailing of information by Senators under frank; quarterly registration with Secretary of Senate.  506. Mass mailing sent by House Members.  501. House Communications Standards Commission (a) Establishment; designation There is established a special commission of the House of Representatives, designated the House Communications Standards Commission (herein referred to as the Commission). (b) Membership; political party representation; Chairman; vacancies; quorum The Commission shall be composed of six Members appointed by the Speaker of the House, three from the majority political party, and three from the minority political party, in the House. The Speaker shall designate as Chairman of the Commission, from among the members of the Committee on Post Office and Civil Service of the House, one of the Members appointed to the Commission. A vacancy in the membership of the Commission shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. Four members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum to do business. (c) Assistance and use of personnel, including chief counsel, of Committee on Post Office and Civil Service of the House In performing its duties and functions, the Commission may use such personnel, office space, equipment, and facilities of, and obtain such other assistance from, the Committee on Post Office and Civil Service of the House, as such committee shall make available to the Commission. Such personnel and assistance shall include, in all cases, the services and assistance of the chief counsel or other head of the professional staff (by whatever title designated) of such committee. All assistance so furnished to the Commission by the Committee on Post Office and Civil Service shall be sufficient to enable the Commission to perform its duties and functions efficiently and effectively. (d) Advisory opinions or consultations respecting franked mail for persons entitled to franking privilege; franking privilege regulations (1) The Commission shall provide guidance, assistance, advice, and counsel, through advisory opinions or consultations, in connection with the mailing or contemplated mailing of franked mail under section 3210, 3211, 3212, 3213(2), 3218, or 3219, in connection with the operation of section 3215, of title 39, and in connection with any other Federal law (other than any law which imposes any criminal penalty) or any rule of the House of Representatives relating to franked mail, upon the request of any Member of the House or Member-elect, Resident Commissioner or Resident Commissioner-elect, Delegate or Delegate-elect, any former Member of the House or former Member-elect, Resident Commissioner or Resident Commissioner-elect, Delegate or Delegate-elect, any surviving spouse of any of the foregoing (or any individual designated by the Clerk of the House under section 3218 of title 39 (2) In addition to the guidance, assistance, advice, and counsel described in paragraph (1), the Commission shall provide (A) guidance, assistance, advice, and counsel, through advisory opinions or consultations, in connection with any law and with any rule or regulation of the House of Representatives governing the dissemination of mass communications other than franked mail; and (B) guidance, assistance, advice, and counsel in connection with any law and with any rule or regulation of the House of Representatives governing the official content of other official communications of any quantity, whether solicited or unsolicited. (e) Complaint of franked mail violations; investigation; notice and hearing; conclusiveness of findings; decision of Commission; judicial review; reference of certain violations to Committee on Standards of Official Conduct of the House for appropriate action and enforcement; administrative procedure regulations Any complaint that a violation of any provision of law or any rule or regulation of the House of Representatives to which subsection (d) applies is about to occur, or has occurred within the immediately preceding period of one year, by any person referred to in such subsection (d), shall contain pertinent factual material and shall conform to regulations prescribed by the Commission. The Commission, if it determines there is reasonable justification for the complaint, shall conduct an investigation of the matter, including an investigation of reports and statements filed by the complainant with respect to the matter which is the subject of the complaint. The Commission shall afford to the person who is the subject of the complaint due notice and, if it determines that there is substantial reason to believe that such violation has occurred or is about to occur, opportunity for all parties to participate in a hearing before the Commission. The Commission shall issue a written decision on each complaint under this subsection not later than thirty days after such a complaint has been filed or, if a hearing is held, not later than thirty days after the conclusion of such hearing. Such decision shall be based on written findings of fact in the case by the Commission. Such findings of fact by the Commission on which its decision is based are binding and conclusive for all judicial and administrative purposes, including purposes of any judicial challenge or review. Any judicial review of such decision, if ordered on any ground, shall be limited to matters of law. If the Commission finds in its written decision, that a serious and willful violation has occurred or is about to occur, it may refer such decision to the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct of the House of Representatives for appropriate action and enforcement by the committee concerned in accordance with applicable rules and precedents of the House and such other standards as may be prescribed by such committee. In the case of a former Member of the House or a former Member-elect, a former Resident Commissioner or Delegate or Resident Commissioner-elect or Delegate-elect, any surviving spouse of any of the foregoing (or any individual designated by the Clerk of the House under section 3218 of title 39 (f) Procedural considerations; sessions, place and time; subpenas, issuance and service; oaths and affirmations; testimony; printing and binding; expenditures; organizational and procedural regulations; majority assent The Commission may sit and act at such places and times during the sessions, recesses, and adjourned periods of Congress, require by subpena or otherwise the attendance of such witnesses and the production of such books, papers, and documents, administer such oaths and affirmations, take such testimony, procure such printing and binding, and make such expenditures, as the Commission considers advisable. The Commission may make such rules respecting its organization and procedures as it considers necessary, except that no action shall be taken by the Commission unless a majority of the Commission assent. Subpenas may be issued over the signature of the Chairman of the Commission or of any member designated by him or by the Commission, and may be served by such person or persons as may be designated by such Chairman or member. The Chairman of the Commission or any member thereof may administer oaths or affirmations to witnesses. (g) Property of Commission; records; voting record; location of records, data, and files The Commission shall keep a complete record of all its actions, including a record of the votes on any question on which a record vote is demanded. All records, data, and files of the Commission shall be the property of the Commission and shall be kept in the offices of the Commission or such other places as the Commission may direct. (h) Definition of mass communication In this section, the term mass communication means a mass mailing described in section 3210(a)(6)(E) of title 39 (1) any communication from an individual described in subsection (d) to another individual described in subsection (d), a Senator, or any Federal, State, local, or Tribal government official; (2) any news release to the communications media; (3) any such mass mailing or unsolicited communication made in direct response to a communication from a person to whom the mass mailing or unsolicited communication was transmitted; or (4) in the case of any such unsolicited communication which is transmitted in a digital format, a communication for which the cost of the content is less than a threshold amount established under regulations of the House Communications Standards Commission. ( Pub. L. 93191,  5 Dec. 18, 1973 87 Stat. 742 Pub. L. 93255,  3(a) Mar. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 52 Pub. L. 9769,  7 Oct. 26, 1981 95 Stat. 1043 Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  116(b)(1) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1637  Editorial Notes Amendments 2020Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 116260,  116(b)(1) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 116260,  116(c)(1)(A) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 116260,  116(c)(1)(B) Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 116260,  116(c)(1)(C) 1981Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 9769,  7(a)(1) section 3218 of title 39 Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 9769,  7(a)(2) section 3218 of title 39 1974Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 93255 section 3219 of title 39 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  116(b)(3) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1637 Any reference in any rule, regulation, or other document to the House Commission on Congressional Mailing Standards shall be deemed to be a reference to the House Communications Standards Commission. Committee on Standards of Official Conduct of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Ethics of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, Jan. 5, 2011 Effective Date of 2020 Amendment Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  116(f) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1641 Except as provided in subsection (e)(5)(B), this section and the amendments made by this section [amending this section, sections 503 and 506 of this title, and sections 3210, 3216, and 3220 of Title 39, Postal Service] shall apply with respect to communications disseminated on or after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Dec. 27, 2020 Effective Date Section effective Dec. 18, 1973 section 14 of Pub. L. 93191 section 3210 of Title 39 Short Title of 2020 Amendment Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  116(a) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1637 This section [amending this section, sections 503 and 506 of this title, and sections 3210, 3216, and 3220 of Title 39, Postal Service, and enacting provisions set out as notes under this section and section 3210 of Title 39  Abolition of House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service Committee on Post Office and Civil Service of House of Representatives abolished by House Resolution No. 6, One Hundred Fourth Congress, Jan. 4, 1995 section 1(b) of Pub. L. 10414 section 21 of this title Jan. 6, 1999  502. Select Committee on Standards and Conduct of the Senate (a) Advisory opinions or consultations respecting franked mail for persons entitled to franking privilege; franking privilege regulations The Select Committee on Standards and Conduct of the Senate shall provide guidance, assistance, advice and counsel, through advisory opinions or consultations, in connection with the mailing or contemplated mailing of franked mail under section 3210, 3211, 3212, 3213(2), 3218, or 3219, and in connection with the operation of section 3215, of title 39, upon the request of any Member of the Senate or Member-elect, surviving spouse of any of the foregoing, or other Senate official, entitled to send mail as franked mail under any of those sections. The select committee shall prescribe regulations governing the proper use of the franking privilege under those sections by such persons. (b) Complaint of franked mail violations; investigation; notice and hearing; decision of select committee; enforcement Any complaint filed by any person with the select committee that a violation of any section of title 39 referred to in subsection (a) of this section is about to occur or has occurred within the immediately preceding period of one year, by any person referred to in such subsection (a), shall contain pertinent factual material and shall conform to regulations prescribed by the select committee. The select committee, if it determines there is reasonable justification for the complaint, shall conduct an investigation of the matter, including an investigation of reports and statements filed by the complainant with respect to the matter which is the subject of the complaint. The committee shall afford to the person who is the subject of the complaint due notice and, if it determines that there is substantial reason to believe that such violation has occurred or is about to occur, opportunity for all parties to participate in a hearing before the select committee. The select committee shall issue a written decision on each complaint under this subsection not later than thirty days after such a complaint has been filed or, if a hearing is held, not later than thirty days after the conclusion of such hearing. Such decision shall be based on written findings of fact in the case by the select committee. If the select committee finds, in its written decision, that a violation has occurred or is about to occur, the committee may take such action and enforcement as it considers appropriate in accordance with applicable rules, precedents, and standing orders of the Senate, and such other standards as may be prescribed by such committee. (c) Administrative or judicial jurisdiction of civil actions respecting franking law violations or abuses of franking privilege dependent on filing of complaint with select committee and rendition of decision by such committee Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no court or administrative body in the United States or in any territory thereof shall have jurisdiction to entertain any civil action of any character concerning or related to a violation of the franking laws or an abuse of the franking privilege by any person listed under subsection (a) of this section as entitled to send mail as franked mail, until a complaint has been filed with the select committee and the committee has rendered a decision under subsection (b) of this section. (d) Administrative procedure regulations The select committee shall prescribe regulations for the holding of investigations and hearings, the conduct of proceedings, and the rendering of decisions under this subsection providing for equitable procedures and the protection of individual, public, and Government interests. The regulations shall, insofar as practicable, contain the substance of the administrative procedure provisions of sections 551 to 559 and 701 to 706, of title 5. These regulations shall govern matters under this subsection subject to judicial review thereof. (e) Property of Senate; records of select committee; voting record; location of records, data, and files The select committee shall keep a complete record of all its actions, including a record of the votes on any question on which a record vote is demanded. All records, data, and files of the select committee shall be the property of the Senate and shall be kept in the offices of the select committee or such other places as the committee may direct. ( Pub. L. 93191,  6 Dec. 18, 1973 87 Stat. 744 Pub. L. 93255,  3(b) Mar. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 52  Editorial Notes Amendments 1974Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 93255 section 3219 of title 39 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 18, 1973 section 14 of Pub. L. 93191 section 3210 of Title 39  503. Official mail of persons entitled to use congressional frank (a) Congressional committee regulations for expenditure of appropriations for official mail Except as otherwise provided in this section, funds appropriated by this Act or any other Act for expenses of official mail of any person entitled to use the congressional frank may be expended only in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate or the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives, as applicable. Such regulations shall require (1) individual accountability for use of official mail by each person entitled to use the congressional frank; (2) (A) with respect to the House of Representatives, allocation of funds for official mail to be made to each such person with respect to each session of Congress (with no transfer to any other session or to any other such person); and (B) with respect to the Senate, allocation of funds for official mail to be made to each such person with respect to each session of Congress (with no transfer to any other session, other than transfers from the first session of a Congress to the second session of that Congress, or to any other such person); and (3) with respect to the House of Representatives, that in addition to any other report or information made available to the public (through the House Communications Standards Commission or otherwise) regarding the use of the frank, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall include in the quarterly report of receipts and expenditures submitted to the House of Representatives a statement (based solely on data provided for that purpose by the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives and the House Communications Standards Commission) of costs incurred for official mail by each person entitled to use the congressional frank. (b) Postmaster General functions The Postmaster General, in consultation with the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives (1) shall monitor use of official mail by each person entitled to use the congressional frank; (2) at least monthly, shall notify any person with an allocation under subsection (a)(2)(A) as to the amount that has been used and any person with an allocation under subsection (a)(2)(B) as to the percentage of the allocation that has been used; and (3) may not carry or deliver official mail the cost of which is in excess of an allocation under subsection (a)(2). (c) Source of funds for expenses of official mail Expenses of official mail of the Senate and the House of Representatives may be paid only from funds specifically appropriated for that purpose and funds so appropriated (1) may be supplemented by other appropriated funds only if such supplementation is provided for by law or by regulation under subsection (a); and (2) may not be supplemented by funds from any other source, public or private. (d) Maintenance or use of unofficial office accounts or defrayal of official expenses from certain funds prohibited No Senator or Member of the House of Representatives may maintain or use, directly or indirectly, an unofficial office account or defray official expenses for franked mail, employee salaries, office space, furniture, or equipment and any associated information technology services (excluding handheld communications devices) from (1) funds received from a political committee or derived from a contribution or expenditure (as such terms are defined in section 30101 of title 52 (2) funds received as reimbursement for expenses incurred by the Senator or Member in connection with personal services provided by the Senator or Member to the person making the reimbursement; or (3) any other funds that are not specifically appropriated for official expenses. (e) Official Mail Allowance in House of Representatives (1) The use of funds of the House of Representatives which are made available for official mail of Members, officers, and employees of the House of Representatives who are persons entitled to use the congressional frank shall be governed by regulations promulgated (A) by the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives, with respect to allocation and expenditures relating to official mail (except as provided in subparagraph (B)); and (B) by the House Communications Standards Commission, with respect to matters under section 3210(a)(6)(D) of title 39 (2) Funds used for official mail (A) with respect to a Member of the House of Representatives, shall be available, in a session of Congress, in a total amount, as determined under paragraph (1)(A), of not more than the product of (i) 3 times the single-piece rate applicable to first class mail, and (ii) the number (as determined by the Postmaster General) of addresses (other than business possible delivery stops) in the congressional district, as such addresses are described in section 3210(d)(7)(B) of title 39 (B) with respect to any other person entitled to use the congressional frank in the House of Representatives (including any Member of the House of Representatives who receives an allocation under subsection (a)(2) with respect to duties as an elected officer of, or holder of another position in, the House of Representatives), shall be available, in a session of Congress, in a total amount determined under paragraph (1)(A). (f) Mass mailing; submission of samples or description of proposed mail matter; advisory opinion (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), a Member of the House of Representatives shall, before making any mass communication, submit a sample or description of the matter involved to the House Communications Standards Commission for an advisory opinion as to whether such proposed communication is in compliance with applicable provisions of law, rule, or regulation. (2) Paragraph (1) does not apply in the case of any type of mass communication which is designated as exempt from the requirements of such paragraph as provided under regulations of the House Communications Standards Commission. (g) Member of the House of Representatives and person entitled to use the congressional frank defined As used in subsections (a) through (f) (1) the term Member of the House of Representatives means a Representative in, or a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress; (2) the term person entitled to use the congressional frank means a Senator, Member of the House of Representatives, or other person authorized to use the frank under section 3210(b) of title 39 (3) the term mass communication means a mass mailing described in section 3210(a)(6)(E) of title 39 (A) any communication from a Member of the House of Representatives to another Member of the House of Representatives, a Senator, or any Federal, State, or local government official; (B) any news release to the communications media; (C) any such mass mailing or unsolicited communication made in direct response to a communication from a person to whom the mass mailing or unsolicited communication was transmitted; or (D) in the case of any such unsolicited communication which is transmitted in a digital format, a communication for which the cost of the content is less than a threshold amount established under regulations of the House Communications Standards Commission. (h) Omitted (i) Effective date This section and the amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to sessions of Congress beginning with the first session of the One Hundred Second Congress, except that, with respect to the Senate, subsection (d) shall apply beginning on May 1, 1992 ( Pub. L. 101520, title III,  311 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2278 Pub. L. 102229, title II,  211 Dec. 12, 1991 105 Stat. 1718 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(22) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1728 Pub. L. 105275, title I,  104 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2439 Pub. L. 10619,  1(a) Apr. 8, 1999 113 Stat. 29 Pub. L. 10657, title I Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 415 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  110 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 569 Pub. L. 10883, title I,  105(a) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1018 Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  116(b)(2)(B) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1637  Editorial Notes  References in Text The amendments made by this section, referred to in subsec. (i), means the amendments made by section 311(h) of Pub. L. 101520 section 6314 of this title Codification Section was formerly classified to section 59e of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1991. Subsec. (h) of this section made the amendments specified in the References in Text note above. Amendments 2020Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 116260,  116(b)(2)(B) Subsec. (e)(1)(B). Pub. L. 116260,  116(b)(2)(B) Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 116260,  116(c)(2)(B) Pub. L. 116260,  116(c)(2)(A) Pub. L. 116260,  116(b)(2)(B) Subsec. (g)(3). Pub. L. 116260,  116(c)(2)(C) 2003Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 10883 2001Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 10768 1999Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 10657,  103(a)(4)(B) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 10619 Subsec. (e)(1). Pub. L. 10657,  103(a)(1)(A) Subsec. (e)(1)(A). Pub. L. 10657,  103(a)(1)(B) Subsec. (e)(2). Pub. L. 10657,  103(a)(2)(A) Pub. L. 10657,  102 Pub. L. 105275,  104(a) Subsec. (e)(2)(A) to (C). Pub. L. 10657,  103(a)(2)(B) Subsec. (e)(3). Pub. L. 10657,  103(a)(3) (3)(A) Subject to subparagraph (B), each Member of the House of Representatives may transfer amounts from the Members Representational Allowance of the Member to the Official Mail Allowance of the Member. (B) The total amount a Member may so transfer with respect to a session of Congress may not exceed $25,000. 1998Subsec. (e)(2). Pub. L. 105275,  104(a) Pub. L. 10657,  102 Subsec. (e)(4). Pub. L. 105275,  104(b) 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104186,  203(22)(B)(i) Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 104186,  203(22)(A) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 104186,  203(22)(B)(iii) Subsec. (e)(1)(A). Pub. L. 104186,  203(22)(B)(iv) Subsec. (e)(2)(A). Pub. L. 104186,  203(22)(B)(v) Subsec. (e)(3)(A). Pub. L. 104186,  203(22)(B)(vi) Subsec. (e)(4). Pub. L. 104186,  203(22)(B)(vii) 1991Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 102229 May 1, 1992 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 2020 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 116260 Dec. 27, 2020 section 116(f) of div. I of Pub. L. 116260 section 501 of this title Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 10883, title I,  105(b) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1018 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2004 and each succeeding fiscal year. Effective Date of 1999 Amendments Amendment by section 103(a)(1)(3), (4)(B) of Pub. L. 10657 section 103(c) of Pub. L. 10657 section 4313 of this title Pub. L. 10619,  1(b) Apr. 8, 1999 113 Stat. 29 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to January 1999 and each succeeding month.  504. Mass mailings by Senate offices; quarterly statements; publication of summary tabulations  Two weeks after the close of each calendar quarter, or as soon as practicable thereafter, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate shall send to each Senate office a statement of the cost of postage and paper and of the other operating expenses incurred as a result of mass mailings processed for such Senate office during such quarter. The statement shall separately identify the cost of postage and paper and other costs, and shall distinguish the costs attributable to newsletters and all other mass mailings. The statement shall also include the total cost per capita in the State. A compilation of all such statements shall be sent to the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration. A summary tabulation of such information shall be published quarterly in the Congressional Record and included in the semiannual report of the Secretary of the Senate. Such summary tabulation shall set forth for each Senate office the following information: the Senate offices name, the total number of pieces of mass mail mailed during the quarter, the total cost of such mail, and, in the case of Senators, the cost of such mail divided by the total population of the State from which the Senator was elected, and the total number of pieces of mass mail divided by the total population of the State from which the Senator was elected, and in the case of each Senator, the allocation made to such Senator from the appropriation for official mail expenses. ( Pub. L. 101520, title III,  318 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2283 Pub. L. 103283, title I,  3(b) July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1427  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 59f of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1991. Amendments 1994 Pub. L. 103283 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1994 Amendment Pub. L. 103283, title I,  3(c) July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1427  The amendments made by this section [amending this section and section 4108 of this title (1) reports and statements covering periods beginning on and after October 1, 1994 (2) appropriations made and obligations incurred on and after such date.  505. Mass mailing of information by Senators under frank; quarterly registration with Secretary of Senate  In fiscal year 1991 and thereafter, when a Senator disseminates information under the frank by a mass mailing (as defined in section 3210(a)(6)(E) of title 39 ( Pub. L. 101520, title III,  320 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2285  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 59g of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1991.  506. Mass mailing sent by House Members (a) Notice that mailing is at taxpayer expense (1) Each mass mailing sent by a Member of the House of Representatives shall bear in a prominent place on its face, or on the envelope or outside cover or wrapper in which the mail matter is sent, one of the notices described in paragraph (2) or a notice to the same effect in words which may be prescribed under subsection (c). The notice shall be printed in a type size not smaller than 7-point. (2) The notices described in this paragraph are as follows: (A) Paid for with official funds from the office of _____., with the blank filled in with the name of the Member sending the mailing. (B) Paid for by the funds authorized by the House of Representatives for District __ of _____., with the first blank filled in with the name of the congressional district number, and the second blank filled in with the name of the State, of the Member sending the mailing. (C) Paid for by official funds authorized by the House of Representatives. (b) Publication of each Members total expense and amount (1) There shall be published in the itemized report of disbursements of the House of Representatives as required by law, a summary tabulation setting forth, for the office of each Member of the House of Representatives, the total number of pieces of mass mail mailed during the period involved and the total cost of those mass mailings. (2) Each such tabulation shall also include (A) the total cost (as referred to in paragraph (1)) divided by the number (as determined by the Postmaster General) of addresses (other than business possible delivery stops) in the Congressional district from which the Member was elected (as such addresses are described in section 3210(d)(7)(B) of title 39 (B) the total number of pieces of mass mail (as referred to in paragraph (1)) divided by the number (as determined by the Postmaster General) of addresses (other than business possible delivery stops) in the Congressional district from which the Member was elected (as such addresses are described in section 3210(d)(7)(B) of title 39 (c) Regulations The Committee on House Oversight shall prescribe such rules and regulations and shall take such other action as the Committee considers necessary and proper for Members to conform to the provisions of this subsection and applicable rules and regulations. (d) Definitions For purposes of this section (1) the term Member of the House of Representatives means a Representative in, or a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress; and (2) the term mass mailing has the meaning given such term by section 3210(a)(6)(E) of title 39 (e) Applicability This section shall apply with respect to sessions of Congress beginning after September 16, 1996 ( Pub. L. 104197, title III,  311 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2414 Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  116(d) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1640  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 59h of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1997. Amendments 2020Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 116260 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 2020 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 116260 Dec. 27, 2020 section 116(f) of div. I of Pub. L. 116260 section 501 of this title CHAPTER 17 CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE    Sec.  601. Establishment.  602. Duties and functions.  603. Public access to budget data.  604. Omitted.  605. Sale or lease of property, supplies, or services.  605a. Contracting parity.  606. Disposition of surplus or obsolete property.  607. Lump-sum payments for annual leave to separated employees.  608. Lump-sum payments to enhance staff recruitment and to reward exceptional performance.  609. Employee training.  610. Repayment of student loan on behalf of employee.  611. Employee development program.  612. Executive exchange program.  613. Establishment of senior level positions.  601. Establishment (a) In general (1) There is established an office of the Congress to be known as the Congressional Budget Office (hereinafter in this chapter referred to as the Office). The Office shall be headed by a Director; and there shall be a Deputy Director who shall perform such duties as may be assigned to him by the Director and, during the absence or incapacity of the Director or during a vacancy in that office, shall act as Director. (2) The Director shall be appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate after considering recommendations received from the Committees on the Budget of the House and the Senate, without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of his fitness to perform his duties. The Deputy Director shall be appointed by the Director. (3) The term of office of the Director shall be 4 years and shall expire on January 3 of the year preceding each Presidential election. Any individual appointed as Director to fill a vacancy prior to the expiration of a term shall serve only for the unexpired portion of that term. An individual serving as Director at the expiration of a term may continue to serve until his successor is appointed. Any Deputy Director shall serve until the expiration of the term of office of the Director who appointed him (and until his successor is appointed), unless sooner removed by the Director. (4) The Director may be removed by either House by resolution. (5) (A) The Director shall receive compensation at an annual rate of pay that is equal to the maximum rate of pay in effect under section 4575(f) of this title (B) The Deputy Director shall receive compensation at an annual rate of pay that is $1,000 less than the annual rate of pay received by the Director, as determined under subparagraph (A). (b) Personnel The Director shall appoint and fix the compensation of such personnel as may be necessary to carry out the duties and functions of the Office. All personnel of the Office shall be appointed without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of their fitness to perform their duties. The Director may prescribe the duties and responsibilities of the personnel of the Office, and delegate to them authority to perform any of the duties, powers, and functions imposed on the Office or on the Director. For purposes of pay (other than pay of the Director and Deputy Director) and employment benefits, rights, and privileges, all personnel of the Office shall be treated as if they were employees of the House of Representatives. (c) Experts and consultants In carrying out the duties and functions of the Office, the Director may procure the temporary (not to exceed one year) or intermittent services of experts or consultants or organizations thereof by contract as independent contractors, or, in the case of individual experts or consultants, by employment at rates of pay not in excess of the daily equivalent of the highest rate of basic pay payable under the General Schedule of section 5332 of title 5 (d) Relationship to executive branch The Director is authorized to secure information, data, estimates, and statistics directly from the various departments, agencies, and establishments of the executive branch of Government and the regulatory agencies and commissions of the Government. All such departments, agencies, establishments, and regulatory agencies and commissions shall furnish the Director any available material which he determines to be necessary in the performance of his duties and functions (other than material the disclosure of which would be a violation of law). The Director is also authorized, upon agreement with the head of any such department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission, to utilize its services, facilities, and personnel with or without reimbursement; and the head of each such department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission is authorized to provide the Office such services, facilities, and personnel. (e) Relationship to other agencies of Congress In carrying out the duties and functions of the Office, and for the purpose of coordinating the operations of the Office with those of other congressional agencies with a view to utilizing most effectively the information, services, and capabilities of all such agencies in carrying out the various responsibilities assigned to each, the Director is authorized to obtain information, data, estimates, and statistics developed by the Government Accountability Office, 1 1 1 (f) Revenue estimates For the purposes of revenue legislation which is income, estate and gift, excise, and payroll taxes (i.e., Social Security), considered or enacted in any session of Congress, the Congressional Budget Office shall use exclusively during that session of Congress revenue estimates provided to it by the Joint Committee on Taxation. During that session of Congress such revenue estimates shall be transmitted by the Congressional Budget Office to any committee of the House of Representatives or the Senate requesting such estimates, and shall be used by such Committees in determining such estimates. The Budget Committees of the Senate and House shall determine all estimates with respect to scoring points of order and with respect to the execution of the purposes of this Act. (g) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to the Office for each fiscal year such sums as may be necessary to enable it to carry out its duties and functions. Until sums are first appropriated pursuant to the preceding sentence, but for a period not exceeding 12 months following the effective date of this subsection, the expenses of the Office shall be paid from the contingent fund of the Senate, in accordance with section 6503 of this title ( Pub. L. 93344, title II,  201 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 302 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  273 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1098  201(g) of Pub. L. 93344 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13202(b) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388615 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13202(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388615 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10102 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 678 Pub. L. 106113, div. B,  1000(a)(5) [title II,  224] Nov. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 1536 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(B) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in subsec. (f), means Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 section 190a3 of this title section 105 of Title 1 section 105 of Title 1 section 621 of this title Codification Pub. L. 101508,  12302(b) section 273 of Pub. L. 99177 section 921 of this title Amendments 2019Subsec. (a)(5)(A). Pub. L. 11694 section 4575(f) of this title (i) the highest annual rate of compensation of any officer of the Senate; or (ii) the highest annual rate of compensation of any officer of the House of Representatives. 2004Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 108271 1999Subsec. (a)(5). Pub. L. 106113 section 5314 of title 5 1997Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 10533,  10102(a) January 3, 1979 Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 10533,  10102(b) Subsecs. (f), (g). Pub. L. 10533,  10102(c) 1990Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 101508,  13202(a) Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 101508,  13202(a) Pub. L. 101508,  12302(b) section 921 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date Subsec. (a) effective July 12, 1974 section 905(a) of Pub. L. 93344 Pub. L. 93344 section 621 of this title Short Title Pub. L. 93344 section 1(a) of Pub. L. 93344 section 621 of this title References in Other Laws to GS16, 17, or 18 Pay Rates References in laws to the rates of pay for GS16, 17, or 18, or to maximum rates of pay under the General Schedule, to be considered references to rates payable under specified sections of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees, see section 529 [title I,  101(c)(1)] of Pub. L. 101509 section 5376 of Title 5  602. Duties and functions (a) Assistance to budget committees It shall be the primary duty and function of the Office to provide to the Committees on the Budget of both Houses information which will assist such committees in the discharge of all matters within their jurisdictions, including (1) information with respect to the budget, appropriation bills, and other bills authorizing or providing new budget authority or tax expenditures, (2) information with respect to revenues, receipts, estimated future revenues and receipts, and changing revenue conditions, and (3) such related information as such Committees may request. (b) Assistance to Committees on Appropriations, Ways and Means, and Finance At the request of the Committee on Appropriations of either House, the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives, or the Committee on Finance of the Senate, the Office shall provide to such Committee any information which will assist it in the discharge of matters within its jurisdiction, including information described in clauses (1) and (2) of subsection (a) and such related information as the Committee may request. (c) Assistance to other committees and Members (1) At the request of any other committee of the House of Representatives or the Senate or any joint committee of the Congress, the Office shall provide to such committee or joint committee any information compiled in carrying out clauses (1) and (2) of subsection (a), and, to the extent practicable, such additional information related to the foregoing as may be requested. (2) At the request of any committee of the Senate or the House of Representatives, the Office shall, to the extent practicable, consult with and assist such committee in analyzing the budgetary or financial impact of any proposed legislation that may have (A) a significant budgetary impact on State, local, or tribal governments; (B) a significant financial impact on the private sector; or (C) a significant employment impact on the private sector. (3) At the request of any Member of the House or Senate, the Office shall provide to such Member any information compiled in carrying out clauses (1) and (2) of subsection (a), and, to the extent available, such additional information related to the foregoing as may be requested. (d) Assignment of office personnel to committees and joint committees At the request of the Committee on the Budget of either House, personnel of the Office shall be assigned, on a temporary basis, to assist such committee. At the request of any other committee of either House or any joint committee of the Congress, personnel of the Office may be assigned, on a temporary basis, to assist such committee or joint committee with respect to matters directly related to the applicable provisions of subsection (b) or (c). (e) Reports to budget committees (1) On or before February 15 of each year, the Director shall submit to the Committees on the Budget of the House of Representatives and the Senate a report, for the fiscal year commencing on October 1 of that year, with respect to fiscal policy, including (A) alternative levels of total revenues, total new budget authority, and total outlays (including related surpluses and deficits), (B) the levels of tax expenditures under existing law, taking into account projected economic factors and any changes in such levels based on proposals in the budget submitted by the President for such fiscal year, and (C) a statement of the levels of budget authority and outlays for each program assumed to be extended in the baseline, as provided in section 907(b)(2)(A) of this title section 907(b)(2)(C) of this title (2) The Director shall from time to time submit to the Committees on the Budget of the House of Representatives and the Senate such further reports (including reports revising the report required by paragraph (1)) as may be necessary or appropriate to provide such Committees with information, data, and analyses for the performance of their duties and functions. (3) On or before January 15 of each year, the Director, after consultation with the appropriate committees of the House of Representatives and Senate, shall submit to the Congress a report listing (A) all programs and activities funded during the fiscal year ending September 30 of that calendar year for which authorizations for appropriations have not been enacted for that fiscal year, and (B) all programs and activities for which authorizations for appropriations have been enacted for the fiscal year ending September 30 of that calendar year, but for which no authorizations for appropriations have been enacted for the fiscal year beginning October 1 of that calendar year. (f) Use of computers and other techniques The Director may equip the Office with up-to-date computer capability (upon approval of the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate), obtain the services of experts and consultants in computer technology, and develop techniques for the evaluation of budgetary requirements. (g) Studies (1) Continuing studies The Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall conduct continuing studies to enhance comparisons of budget outlays, credit authority, and tax expenditures. (2) Federal mandate studies (A) At the request of any Chairman or ranking member of the minority of a Committee of the Senate or the House of Representatives, the Director shall, to the extent practicable, conduct a study of a legislative proposal containing a Federal mandate. (B) In conducting a study on intergovernmental mandates under subparagraph (A), the Director shall (i) solicit and consider information or comments from elected officials (including their designated representatives) of State, local, or tribal governments as may provide helpful information or comments; (ii) consider establishing advisory panels of elected officials or their designated representatives, of State, local, or tribal governments if the Director determines that such advisory panels would be helpful in performing responsibilities of the Director under this section; and (iii) if, and to the extent that the Director determines that accurate estimates are reasonably feasible, include estimates of (I) the future direct cost of the Federal mandate to the extent that such costs significantly differ from or extend beyond the 5-year period after the mandate is first effective; and (II) any disproportionate budgetary effects of Federal mandates upon particular industries or sectors of the economy, States, regions, and urban or rural or other types of communities, as appropriate. (C) In conducting a study on private sector mandates under subparagraph (A), the Director shall provide estimates, if and to the extent that the Director determines that such estimates are reasonably feasible, of (i) future costs of Federal private sector mandates to the extent that such mandates differ significantly from or extend beyond the 5-year time period referred to in subparagraph (B)(iii)(I); (ii) any disproportionate financial effects of Federal private sector mandates and of any Federal financial assistance in the bill or joint resolution upon any particular industries or sectors of the economy, States, regions, and urban or rural or other types of communities; and (iii) the effect of Federal private sector mandates in the bill or joint resolution on the national economy, including the effect on productivity, economic growth, full employment, creation of productive jobs, and international competitiveness of United States goods and services. ( Pub. L. 93344, title II,  202 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 304 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  221 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1060 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13112(a)(3) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388608 Pub. L. 1044, title I,  102(1) Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 60 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  213 Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1745 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10103 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 678  Editorial Notes Amendments 1997Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10533,  10103(a) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 10533,  10103(b) Subsec. (e)(1)(C). Pub. L. 10533,  10103(c) Subsecs. (f) to (h). Pub. L. 10533,  10103(b) 1996Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 104186 1995Subsec. (c)(2), (3). Pub. L. 1044,  102(1)(A) Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 1044,  102(1)(B) 1990Subsecs. (a)(1), (f)(1). Pub. L. 101508 1985Subsec. (f)(1). Pub. L. 99177,  221(a) Subsec. (f)(3). Pub. L. 99177,  221(b) Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 99177,  221(c) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 1995 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 1044 Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246 Effective Date Section effective on day on which first Director of Congressional Budget Office is appointed under section 601(a) of this title section 905(b) of Pub. L. 93344 section 621 of this title Credit Reform Pub. L. 100119, title II,  212 Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 787  603. Public access to budget data (a) Right to copy Except as provided in subsections (c), (d), and (e), the Director shall make all information, data, estimates, and statistics obtained under section 601(d) and (e) of this title available for public copying during normal business hours, subject to reasonable rules and regulations, and shall to the extent practicable, at the request of any person, furnish a copy of any such information, data, estimates, or statistics upon payment by such person of the cost of making and furnishing such copy. (b) Index The Director shall develop and maintain filing, coding, and indexing systems that identify the information, data, estimates, and statistics to which subsection (a) applies and shall make such systems available for public use during normal business hours. (c) Exceptions Subsection (a) shall not apply to information, data, estimates, and statistics (1) which are specifically exempted from disclosure by law; or (2) which the Director determines will disclose (A) matters necessary to be kept secret in the interests of national defense or the confidential conduct of the foreign relations of the United States; (B) information relating to trade secrets or financial or commercial information pertaining specifically to a given person if the information has been obtained by the Government on a confidential basis, other than through an application by such person for a specific financial or other benefit, and is required to be kept secret in order to prevent undue injury to the competitive position of such person; or (C) personnel or medical data or similar data the disclosure of which would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy; unless the portions containing such matters, information, or data have been excised. (d) Information obtained for committees and Members Subsection (a) shall apply to any information, data, estimates, and statistics obtained at the request of any committee, joint committee, or Member unless such committee, joint committee, or Member has instructed the Director not to make such information, data, estimates, or statistics available for public copying. (e) Level of confidentiality With respect to information, data, estimates, and statistics obtained under sections 601(d) and 601(e) of this title, the Director shall maintain the same level of confidentiality as is required by law of the department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission from which it is obtained. Officers and employees of the Congressional Budget Office shall be subject to the same statutory penalties for unauthorized disclosure or use as officers or employees of the department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission from which it is obtained. ( Pub. L. 93344, title II,  203 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 305 Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(7) [title III,  310(b)] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763  Editorial Notes Amendments 2000Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(7) [title III,  310(b)(2)] Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(7) [title III,  310(b)(1)] Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective on day on which first Director of Congressional Budget Office is appointed under section 601(a) of this title section 905(b) of Pub. L. 93344 section 621 of this title  604. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 94440, title V,  500 Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1452 Pub. L. 94157, title I Dec. 18, 1975 89 Stat. 834  605. Sale or lease of property, supplies, or services (a) Any sale or lease of property, supplies, or services to the Congressional Budget Office shall be deemed to be a sale or lease to the Congress subject to section 4103 of this title (b) Subsection (a) shall apply with respect to fiscal years beginning after September 30, 1996 ( Pub. L. 104197, title I,  104 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2404  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 4103 of this title Pub. L. 9863, title I July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 336 section 4103 of this title section 4103 of this title Codification Section was enacted as part of the appropriation act cited as the credit to this section, and not as part of title II of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 which comprises this chapter. Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation acts: Pub. L. 10453, title I Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 527 Pub. L. 103283, title I July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1433 Pub. L. 10369, title I Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 701 Pub. L. 102392, title I Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1713 Pub. L. 10290, title I Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 458 Pub. L. 101520, title I Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2266 Pub. L. 101163, title I Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1054 Pub. L. 100458, title I Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2169 Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Pub. L. 99500,  101(j) [H.R. 5203, title I] Oct. 18, 1986 100 Stat. 1783287 Pub. L. 99591,  101(j) Oct. 30, 1986 100 Stat. 3341287 Pub. L. 99151, title I Nov. 13, 1985 99 Stat. 800 Pub. L. 98367, title I July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 482  605a. Contracting parity  In fiscal year 2018 and thereafter, for all contracts for goods and services to which the Congressional Budget Office is a party, the following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses will apply: FAR 52.23239 and FAR 52.2334. ( Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  130 Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 779  Editorial Notes Codification Section was enacted as part of the appropriation act cited as the credit to this section, and not as part of title II of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 which comprises this chapter.  606. Disposition of surplus or obsolete property (a) The Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall have the authority, within the limits of available appropriations, to dispose of surplus or obsolete personal property by inter-agency transfer, donation, sale, trade-in, or discarding. Amounts received for the sale or trade-in of personal property shall be credited to funds available for the operations of the Congressional Budget Office and be available for the costs of acquiring the same or similar property. Such funds shall be available for such purposes during the fiscal year in which received and the following fiscal year. (b) Subsection (a) shall apply with respect to fiscal years beginning after September 30, 1996 ( Pub. L. 104197, title I,  105 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2404 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  126 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 577  Editorial Notes Codification Section was enacted as part of the appropriation act cited as the credit to this section, and not as part of title II of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 which comprises this chapter. Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation acts: Pub. L. 10453, title I Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 527 Pub. L. 103283, title I July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1433 Pub. L. 10369, title I Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 701 Amendments 2001Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10768  607. Lump-sum payments for annual leave to separated employees (a) The Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall have the authority to make lump-sum payments to separated employees of the Congressional Budget Office for unused annual leave. (b) Subsection (a) shall apply with respect to fiscal years beginning after September 30, 1996 ( Pub. L. 104197, title I,  106 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2404  Editorial Notes Codification Section was enacted as part of the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1997, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1997, and not as part of title II of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 which comprises this chapter.  608. Lump-sum payments to enhance staff recruitment and to reward exceptional performance (a) The Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall have the authority to make lump-sum payments to enhance staff recruitment and to reward exceptional performance by an employee or a group of employees. (b) Subsection (a) shall apply with respect to fiscal years beginning after September 30, 1999 ( Pub. L. 10657, title I,  106 Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 418  Editorial Notes Codification Section was enacted as part of the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 2000, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2000, and not as part of title II of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 which comprises this chapter.  609. Employee training (a) In general The Director of the Congressional Budget Office may, by regulation, make applicable such provisions of chapter 41 of title 5 as the Director determines necessary to provide on and after November 12, 2001 (b) Regulations The implementing regulations shall provide for training that, in the determination of the Director, is consistent with the training provided by agencies subject to chapter 41 of title 5. (c) Recovery of debt Any recovery of debt owed to the Congressional Budget Office under this section and its implementing regulations shall be credited to the appropriations account available for salaries and expenses of the Office at the time of recovery. (d) Applicability This section shall apply to fiscal year 2002 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  125 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 577  Editorial Notes Codification Section was enacted as part of the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 2002, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2002, and not as part of title II of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 which comprises this chapter.  610. Repayment of student loan on behalf of employee (a) Authorization The Director of the Congressional Budget Office may, in order to recruit or retain qualified personnel, establish and maintain on and after November 12, 2001 (b) Regulations The Director may, by regulation, make applicable such provisions of section 5379 of title 5 (c) Maximum amount The regulations shall provide the amount paid by the Office may not exceed (1) $6,000 for any employee in any calendar year; or (2) a total of $40,000 in the case of any employee. (d) Limitation The Office may not reimburse an employee for any repayments made by such employee prior to the Office entering into an agreement under this section with such employee. (e) Accounting Any amount repaid by, or recovered from, an individual under this section and its implementing regulations shall be credited to the appropriation account available for salaries and expenses of the Office at the time of repayment or recovery. (f) Applicability This section shall apply to fiscal year 2002 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  127 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 577  Editorial Notes Codification Section was enacted as part of the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 2002, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2002, and not as part of title II of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 which comprises this chapter.  611. Employee development program (a) Establishment The Director of the Congressional Budget Office may, by regulation, make applicable such provisions of section 3396 of title 5 (b) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2003 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1101 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 370  Editorial Notes Codification Section was enacted as part of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Resolution, 2003, and not as part of title II of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 which comprises this chapter. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Executive Exchange Program for the Congressional Budget Office Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1201 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2238 Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  1201 Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2032 section 612 of this title  612. Executive exchange program (a) In general The Director of the Congressional Budget Office may establish and conduct an executive exchange program under which employees of the Office may be assigned to private sector organizations, and employees of private sector organizations may be assigned to the Office, for 1-year periods to further the institutional interests of the Office or Congress, including for the purpose of providing training to officers and employees of the Office. (b) Limitations and conditions The Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall (1) limit the number of officers and employees who are assigned to private sector organizations at any one time to not more than 5; (2) limit the number of employees from private sector organizations who are assigned to the Office at any one time to not more than 5; (3) require that an employee of a private sector organization assigned to the Office may not have access to any trade secrets or to any other nonpublic information which is of commercial value to the private sector organization from which such employee is assigned; and (4) approve employees to be detailed from the private sector without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of their fitness to perform their assigned duties. (c) Treatment of private employees An employee of a private sector organization assigned to the Office under the executive exchange program shall be considered to be an employee of the Office for purposes of (1) chapter 73 of title 5; (2) sections 201, 203, 205, 207, 208, 209, 603, 606, 607, 643, 654, 1905, and 1913 of title 18; (3) sections 1343, 1344, and 1349(b) of title 31; (4) chapter 171 of title 28 (commonly referred to as the Federal Tort Claims Act) and any other Federal tort liability statute; (5) chapter 131 of title 5; and (6)  section 1043 of title 26 (d) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2008 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1201 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2238 Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  1201 Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2032 Pub. L. 117286,  4(c)(1) Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4353  Editorial Notes Codification Section was enacted as part of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2008, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008, and not as part of title II of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 which comprises this chapter. Section was formerly set out as a note under section 611 of this title Amendments 2022Subsec. (c)(5). Pub. L. 117286 2009Subsec. (b)(1), (2). Pub. L. 11168,  1201(1) Subsecs. (d), (e). Pub. L. 11168,  1201(2) December 26, 2007  613. Establishment of senior level positions (a) In general Notwithstanding the fourth sentence of section 601(b) of this title (b) Limitation on compensation The annual rate of pay for any position established under this section may not exceed the annual rate of pay for level II of the Executive Schedule. (c) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2017 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 11531, div. I, title I,  1101 May 5, 2017 131 Stat. 578  Editorial Notes  References in Text Level II of the Executive Schedule, referred to in subsec. (b), is set out in section 5313 of Title 5 Codification Section was enacted as part of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2017, which is div. I of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2017, and not as part of title II of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 which comprises this chapter. CHAPTER 17A CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET AND FISCAL OPERATIONS    Sec.  621. Congressional declaration of purpose.  622. Definitions.  623. Continuing study of additional budget reform proposals.  SUBCHAPTER ICONGRESSIONAL BUDGET PROCESS  631. Timetable.  632. Annual adoption of concurrent resolution on the budget.  633. Committee allocations.  634. Concurrent resolution on the budget must be adopted before budget-related legislation is considered.  635. Permissible revisions of concurrent resolutions on the budget.  636. Provisions relating to consideration of concurrent resolutions on the budget.  637. Legislation dealing with Congressional budget must be handled by Budget Committees.  638. House Committee action on all appropriation bills to be completed by June 10.  639. Reports, summaries, and projections of Congressional budget actions.  640. House approval of regular appropriation bills.  641. Reconciliation.  642. Budget-related legislation must be within appropriate levels.  643. Determinations and points of order.  644. Extraneous matter in reconciliation legislation.  645. Adjustments.  645a. Effect of adoption of special order of business in House of Representatives.  SUBCHAPTER IIFISCAL PROCEDURES  Part AGeneral Provisions  651. Budget-related legislation not subject to appropriations.  652. Repealed.  653. Analysis by Congressional Budget Office.  654. Study by Government Accountability Office of forms of Federal financial commitment not reviewed annually by Congress.  655. Off-budget agencies, programs, and activities.  656. Member User Group.  Part BFederal Mandates  658. Definitions.  658a. Exclusions.  658b. Duties of Congressional committees.  658c. Duties of Director; statements on bills and joint resolutions other than appropriations bills and joint resolutions.  658d. Legislation subject to point of order.  658e. Provisions relating to House of Representatives.  658f. Requests to Congressional Budget Office from Senators.  658g. Clarification of application.  SUBCHAPTER IIICREDIT REFORM  661. Purposes.  661a. Definitions.  661b. OMB and CBO analysis, coordination, and review.  661c. Budgetary treatment.  661d. Authorizations.  661e. Treatment of deposit insurance and agencies and other insurance programs.  661f. Effect on other laws.  SUBCHAPTER IVBUDGET AGREEMENT ENFORCEMENT PROVISIONS  665 665e. Repealed.  621. Congressional declaration of purpose The Congress declares that it is essential (1) to assure effective congressional control over the budgetary process; (2) to provide for the congressional determination each year of the appropriate level of Federal revenues and expenditures; (3) to provide a system of impoundment control; (4) to establish national budget priorities; and (5) to provide for the furnishing of information by the executive branch in a manner that will assist the Congress in discharging its duties. ( Pub. L. 93344,  2 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 298  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1301 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 93344, title IX,  905 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 331 Pub. L. 93344 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10120(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 696 Short Title of 1999 Amendment Pub. L. 106141,  1 Dec. 7, 1999 113 Stat. 1699 This Act [amending sections 658b and 658c of this title] may be cited as the State Flexibility Clarification Act. Short Title of 1981 Amendment Pub. L. 97108,  1 Dec. 23, 1981 95 Stat. 1510 That this Act [amending section 653 of this title section 653 of this title Short Title Pub. L. 93344,  1(a) July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 Pub. L. 104130,  4(a) Apr. 9, 1996 110 Stat. 1211 This Act [enacting chapters 17, 17A and 17B, and section 190a3 of this title section 105 of Title 1 section 105 of Title 1 [Amendment of section 1(a) of Pub. L. 93344 Pub. L. 104130 section 5 of Pub. L. 104130 section 691 of this title Pub. L. 93344, title V,  500 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13201(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388609 This title [enacting subchapter III of this chapter] may be cited as the Federal Credit Reform Act of 1990. Financial Safety and Soundness of Government-Sponsored Enterprises Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13501 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388628  (a)  Definition For purposes of this section, the terms Government-sponsored enterprise and GSE mean the Farm Credit System (including the Farm Credit Banks, Banks for Cooperatives, and Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation), the Federal Home Loan Bank System, the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, the Federal National Mortgage Association, and the Student Loan Marketing Association. (b)  Treasury Department Study and Proposed Legislation. (1) The Department of the Treasury shall prepare and submit to Congress no later than April 30, 1991 (2) The study shall include an objective assessment of the financial soundness of GSEs, the adequacy of the existing regulatory structure for GSEs, the financial exposure of the Federal Government posed by GSEs, and the effects of GSE activities on Treasury borrowing. (c)  Congressional Budget Office Study. (1) The Congressional Budget Office shall prepare and submit to Congress no later than April 30, 1991 (2) The study shall include an analysis of the financial risks each GSE assumes, how Congress may improve its understanding of those risks, the supervision and regulation of GSEs risk management, the financial exposure of the Federal Government posed by GSEs, and the effects of GSE activities on Treasury borrowing. The study shall also include an analysis of alternative models for oversight of GSEs and of the costs and benefits of each alternative model to the Government and to the markets and beneficiaries served by GSEs. (d)  Access to Relevant Information. (1) For the studies required by this section, each GSE shall provide full and prompt access to the Secretary of the Treasury and the Director of the Congressional Budget Office to its books and records and other information requested by the Secretary of the Treasury or the Director of the Congressional Budget Office. (2) In preparing the studies required by this section, the Secretary of the Treasury and the Director of the Congressional Budget Office may request information from, or the assistance of, any Federal department or agency authorized by law to supervise the activities of a GSE. (e)  Confidentiality of Relevant Information. (1) The Secretary of the Treasury and the Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall determine and maintain the confidentiality of any book, record, or information made available by a GSE under this section in a manner consistent with the level of confidentiality established for the material by the GSE involved. (2) The Department of the Treasury shall be exempt from section 552 of title 5 (3) Any officer or employee of the Department of the Treasury shall be subject to the penalties set forth in section 1906 of title 18 (A) by virtue of his or her employment or official position, he or she has possession of or access to any book, record, or information made available under and determined to be confidential under this section; and (B) he or she discloses the material in any manner other than (i) to an officer or employee of the Department of the Treasury; or (ii) pursuant to the exception set forth in such section 1906. (4) The Congressional Budget Office shall be exempt from section 203 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 [ 2 U.S.C. 603 (f)  Requirement to Report Legislation (1) The committees of jurisdiction in the House shall prepare and report to the House no later than September 15, 1991 (2) It is the sense of the Senate that the committees of jurisdiction in the Senate shall prepare and report to the Senate no later than September 15, 1991 (f) [sic] Presidents Budget The Presidents annual budget submission shall include an analysis of the financial condition of the GSEs and the financial exposure of the Government, if any, posed by GSEs. Multiyear Authorizations and 2-Year Appropriations for Selected Agencies and Accounts Pub. L. 100119, title II,  201 Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 784 It is the sense of the Congress that the Congress should undertake an experiment with multiyear authorizations and 2-year appropriations for selected agencies and accounts. An evaluation of the efficacy and desirability of such experiment should be conducted at the end of the 2-year period. The appropriate committees are directed to develop a plan in consultation with the leadership of the House and Senate to implement this experiment. Financial Management Reform Pub. L. 100119, title II,  203 Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 784 It is the sense of the Congress that the Congress should undertake a coordinated effort to identify problems and develop specific recommendations to reform the financial management systems of the United States Government, including consideration of the use of generally accepted accounting principles. Exercise of Congressional Rulemaking Power Pub. L. 93344, title IX,  904 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 331 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  271(a) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1094 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388608 Pub. L. 104130,  4(c) Apr. 9, 1996 110 Stat. 1212 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10119 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 695 Pub. L. 11225, title I,  105(c) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 247 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  122(16) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1176  (a) The provisions of this title and of titles I, III, IV, and V and the provisions of sections 701, 703, and 1017 [enacting this chapter (except subchapter IV) and sections 190a3 and 688 of this title, amending the Rules of the House of Representatives and the Standing Rules of the Senate, and sections 190b and 190d of this title, and enacting provisions set out as notes under this section and sections 190a1 and 632 of this title] are enacted by the Congress (1) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the House of Representatives and the Senate, respectively, and as such they shall be considered as part of the rules of each House, respectively, or of that House to which they specifically apply, and such rules shall supersede other rules only to the extent that they are inconsistent therewith; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of either House to change such rules (so far as relating to such House) at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of such House. (b) Any provision of title III or IV [enacting subchapters I and II of this chapter] may be waived or suspended in the Senate by a majority vote of the Members voting, a quorum being present, or by the unanimous consent of the Senate. (c)  Waivers. (1)  Permanent Sections 305(b)(2), 305(c)(4), 306, 310(d)(2), 313, 904(c), and 904(d) of this Act [sections 636(b)(2), (c)(4), 637, 641(d)(2), and 644 of this title and subsecs. (c) and (d) of this note] may be waived or suspended in the Senate only by the affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members, duly chosen and sworn. (2)  Temporary Sections 301(i), 302(c), 302(f), 310(g), 311(a), 312(b), 312(c), 314(e), and 314(f) of this Act [sections 632(i), 633(c), (f), 641(g), 642(a), 643(b), (c), and 645(e), (f) of this title] and sections 258(a)(4)(C), 258A(b)(3)(C)(i), 258B(f)(1), 258B(h)(1), 258B(h)(3), 258C(a)(5), and 258C(b)(1) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 [sections 907a(a)(4)(C), 907b(b)(3)(C)(i), 907c(f)(1), (h)(1), (3), and 907d(a)(5), (b)(1) of this title] may be waived or suspended in the Senate only by the affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members, duly chosen and sworn. (d)  Appeals. (1)  Procedure Appeals in the Senate from the decisions of the Chair relating to any provision of title III or IV [enacting subchapters I and II of this chapter] or section 1017 [ section 688 of this title (2)  Permanent An affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members, duly chosen and sworn, shall be required in the Senate to sustain an appeal of the ruling of the Chair on a point of order raised under sections 305(b)(2), 305(c)(4), 306, 310(d)(2), 313, 904(c), and 904(d) of this Act [sections 636(b)(2), (c)(4), 637, 641(d)(2), 644 of this title and subsecs. (c) and (d) of this note]. (3)  Temporary An affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members, duly chosen and sworn, shall be required in the Senate to sustain an appeal of the ruling of the Chair on a point of order raised under sections 301(i), 302(c), 302(f), 310(g), 311(a), 312(b), 312(c), 314(e), and 314(f) of this Act and sections 258(a)(4)(C), 258A(b)(3)(C)(i), 258B(f)(1), 258B(h)(1), 258B(h)(3), 258C(a)(5), and 258C(b)(1) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. (e)  Expiration of Certain Supermajority Voting Requirements Subsections (c)(2) and (d)(3) shall expire on September 30, 2002 [Amendment of section 904 of Pub. L. 93344 Pub. L. 104130 section 5 of Pub. L. 104130 section 691 of this title  622. Definitions For purposes of this Act (1) The terms budget outlays and outlays mean, with respect to any fiscal year, expenditures and net lending of funds under budget authority during such year. (2)  Budget authority and new budget authority. (A)  In general The term budget authority means the authority provided by Federal law to incur financial obligations, as follows: (i) provisions of law that make funds available for obligation and expenditure (other than borrowing authority), including the authority to obligate and expend the proceeds of offsetting receipts and collections; (ii) borrowing authority, which means authority granted to a Federal entity to borrow and obligate and expend the borrowed funds, including through the issuance of promissory notes or other monetary credits; (iii) contract authority, which means the making of funds available for obligation but not for expenditure; and (iv) offsetting receipts and collections as negative budget authority, and the reduction thereof as positive budget authority. (B)  Limitations on budget authority With respect to the Federal Hospital Insurance Trust Fund, the Supplementary Medical Insurance Trust Fund, the Unemployment Trust Fund, and the railroad retirement account, any amount that is precluded from obligation in a fiscal year by a provision of law (such as a limitation or a benefit formula) shall not be budget authority in that year. (C)  New budget authority The term new budget authority means, with respect to a fiscal year (i) budget authority that first becomes available for obligation in that year, including budget authority that becomes available in that year s 1 1 (ii) a change in any account in the availability of unobligated balances of budget authority carried over from a prior year, resulting from a provision of law first effective in that year; and includes a change in the estimated level of new budget authority provided in indefinite amounts by existing law. (3) The term tax expenditures means those revenue losses attributable to provisions of the Federal tax laws which allow a special exclusion, exemption, or deduction from gross income or which provide a special credit, a preferential rate of tax, or a deferral of tax liability; and the term tax expenditures budget means an enumeration of such tax expenditures. (4) The term concurrent resolution on the budget means (A) a concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for a fiscal year as provided in section 632 of this title (B) any other concurrent resolution revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for a fiscal year as described in section 635 of this title (5) The term appropriation Act means an Act referred to in section 105 of title 1 (6) The term deficit means, with respect to a fiscal year, the amount by which outlays exceeds 2 2 (7) The term surplus means, with respect to a fiscal year, the amount by which receipts exceeds 2 (8) The term government-sponsored enterprise means a corporate entity created by a law of the United States that (A) (i) has a Federal charter authorized by law; (ii) is privately owned, as evidenced by capital stock owned by private entities or individuals; (iii) is under the direction of a board of directors, a majority of which is elected by private owners; (iv) is a financial institution with power to (I) make loans or loan guarantees for limited purposes such as to provide credit for specific borrowers or one sector; and (II) raise funds by borrowing (which does not carry the full faith and credit of the Federal Government) or to guarantee the debt of others in unlimited amounts; and (B) (i) does not exercise powers that are reserved to the Government as sovereign (such as the power to tax or to regulate interstate commerce); (ii) does not have the power to commit the Government financially (but it may be a recipient of a loan guarantee commitment made by the Government); and (iii) has employees whose salaries and expenses are paid by the enterprise and are not Federal employees subject to title 5. (9) The term entitlement authority means (A) the authority to make payments (including loans and grants), the budget authority for which is not provided for in advance by appropriation Acts, to any person or government if, under the provisions of the law containing that authority, the United States is obligated to make such payments to persons or governments who meet the requirements established by that law; and (B) the food stamp program. (10) The term credit authority means authority to incur direct loan obligations or to incur primary loan guarantee commitments. (11) The terms emergency and unanticipated have the meanings given to such terms in section 900(c) of this title ( Pub. L. 93344,  3 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 299 Aug. 1, 1946, ch. 724 Pub. L. 95110,  1 Sept. 20, 1977 91 Stat. 884 Pub. L. 102486, title IX,  902(a)(8) Oct. 24, 1992 106 Stat. 2944 Pub. L. 99177, title II Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1039 Pub. L. 99514,  2 Oct. 22, 1986 100 Stat. 2095 Pub. L. 100119, title I,  106(a) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 780 Pub. L. 100203, title VIII,  8003(c) Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1330282 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388607 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10101 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 678 Pub. L. 11225, title I,  105(b) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 247  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in text, means Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 section 190a3 of this title section 105 of Title 1 section 105 of Title 1 section 621 of this title Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1302 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 2011Par. (11). Pub. L. 11225 1997Par. (9). Pub. L. 10533 section 651(c)(2)(C) of this title 1990Par. (2). Pub. L. 101508,  13211(a) Pub. L. 101508,  13201(b)(1) Pars. (6) to (8). Pub. L. 101508,  13112(a)(2) 1987Par. (7)(C). Pub. L. 100203,  8003(c)(1) Oct. 1, 1987 Par. (7)(D) to (I). Pub. L. 100203,  8003(c)(2) Pub. L. 100119 (D) with respect to the fiscal year beginning October 1, 1988 (E) with respect to the fiscal year beginning October 1, 1989 (F) with respect to the fiscal year beginning October 1, 1990 1986Par. (6). Pub. L. 99514 1985Par. (2). Pub. L. 99177,  201(a)(2) Apr. 15, 1986 Par. (4). Pub. L. 99177,  232(b) section 641 of this title Pars. (6) to (10). Pub. L. 99177,  201(a)(1) 1977 Pub. L. 95110 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name References to the food stamp program established under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 considered to refer to the supplemental nutrition assistance program established under that Act, see section 4002(c) of Pub. L. 110246 section 2012 of Title 7 Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13211(b) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388620 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall be effective for fiscal year 1992 and subsequent fiscal years. Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by sections 201(a)(1) and 232(b) of Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 201(a)(2) of Pub. L. 99177 Apr. 15, 1986 Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246  623. Continuing study of additional budget reform proposals (a) The Committees on the Budget of the House of Representatives and the Senate shall study on a continuing basis proposals designed to improve and facilitate methods of congressional budgetmaking. The proposals to be studied shall include, but are not limited to, proposals for (1) improving the information base required for determining the effectiveness of new programs by such means as pilot testing, survey research, and other experimental and analytical techniques; (2) improving analytical and systematic evaluation of the effectiveness of existing programs; (3) establishing maximum and minimum time limitations for program authorization; and (4) developing techniques of human resource accounting and other means of providing noneconomic as well as economic evaluation measures. (b) The Committee on the Budget of each House shall, from time to time, report to its House the results of the study carried on by it under subsection (a), together with its recommendations. (c) Nothing in this section shall preclude studies to improve the budgetary process by any other committee of the House of Representatives or the Senate or any joint committee of the Congress. ( Pub. L. 93344, title VII,  703 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 326  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1303 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 SUBCHAPTER I CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET PROCESS  631. Timetable  The timetable with respect to the congressional budget process for any fiscal year is as follows:     On or before: Action to be completed:  First Monday in February President submits his budget. February 15 Congressional Budget Office submits report to Budget Committees. Not later than 6 weeks after President submits budget Committees submit views and estimates to Budget Committees. April 1 Senate Budget Committee reports concurrent resolution on the budget. April 15 Congress completes action on concurrent resolution on the budget. May 15 Annual appropriation bills may be considered in the House. June 10 House Appropriations Committee reports last annual appropriation bill. June 15 Congress completes action on reconciliation legislation. June 30 House completes action on annual appropriation bills. October 1 Fiscal year begins. ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  300 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 306 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  201(b) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1040 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13112(a)(4) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388608 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10104(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 679  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1321 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 1997 Pub. L. 10533 1990 Pub. L. 101508 1985 Pub. L. 99177 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246 Effective Date Subchapter applicable with respect to the fiscal year beginning Oct. 1, 1976 section 906 of Pub. L. 93344 section 632 of this title July 1, 1975 section 905(c) of Pub. L. 93344 section 621 of this title Senate Budget Enforcement Pub. L. 11225, title I,  106 Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 247  (a)  In General. (1) For the purpose of enforcing the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 [see Short Title note set out under section 621 of this title April 15, 2012 2 U.S.C. 631 (2) For the purpose of enforcing the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 after April 15, 2012 (b)  Committee Allocations, Aggregates, and Levels. (1) As soon as practicable after the date of enactment of this section [ Aug. 2, 2011 (A) for the Committee on Appropriations, committee allocations for fiscal years 2011 and 2012 consistent with the discretionary spending limits set forth in this Act [see Short Title of 2011 Amendment note set out under section 900 of this title 2 U.S.C. 633 (B) for all committees other than the Committee on Appropriations, committee allocations for fiscal years 2011, 2012, 2012 through 2016, and 2012 through 2021 consistent with the Congressional Budget Offices March 2011 baseline adjusted to account for the budgetary effects of this Act and legislation enacted prior to this Act but not included in the Congressional Budget Offices March 2011 baseline, for the purpose of enforcing section 302 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974; (C) aggregate spending levels for fiscal years 2011 and 2012 and aggregate revenue levels for fiscal years 2011, 2012, 2012 through 2016, 2012 through 2021 consistent with the Congressional Budget Offices March 2011 baseline adjusted to account for the budgetary effects of this Act and legislation enacted prior to this Act but not included in the Congressional Budget Offices March 2011 baseline, and the discretionary spending limits set forth in this Act for the purpose of enforcing section 311 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 [ 2 U.S.C. 642 (D) levels of Social Security revenues and outlays for fiscal years 2011, 2012, 2012 through 2016, and 2012 through 2021 consistent with the Congressional Budget Offices March 2011 baseline adjusted to account for the budgetary effects of this Act and legislation enacted prior to this Act but not included in the Congressional Budget Offices March 2011 baseline, for the purpose of enforcing sections 302 and 311 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974. (2) Not later than April 15, 2012 (A) for the Committee on Appropriations, committee allocations for fiscal years 2012 and 2013 consistent with the discretionary spending limits set forth in this Act for the purpose of enforcing section 302 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974; (B) for all committees other than the Committee on Appropriations, committee allocations for fiscal years 2012, 2013, 2013 through 2017, and 2013 through 2022 consistent with the Congressional Budget Offices March 2012 baseline for the purpose of enforcing section 302 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974; (C) aggregate spending levels for fiscal years 2012 and 2013 and aggregate revenue levels for fiscal years 2012, 2013, 20132017, and 20132022 consistent with the Congressional Budget Offices March 2012 baseline and the discretionary spending limits set forth in this Act for the purpose of enforcing section 311 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974; and (D) levels of Social Security revenues and outlays for fiscal years 2012 and 2013, 20132017, and 20132022 consistent with the Congressional Budget Offices March 2012 baseline budget for the purpose of enforcing sections 302 and 311 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 [ 2 U.S.C. 633 (c)  Senate Pay-as-you-go Scorecard. (1) Effective on the date of enactment of this section [ Aug. 2, 2011 (2) Not later than April 15, 2012 (3) Upon resetting the Senate paygo scorecard pursuant to paragraph (2), the Chairman shall publish a notification of such action in the Congressional Record. (d)  Further Adjustments. (1) The Chairman of the Committee on the Budget of the Senate may revise any allocations, aggregates, or levels set pursuant to this section to account for any subsequent adjustments to discretionary spending limits made pursuant to this Act. (2) With respect to any allocations, aggregates, or levels set or adjustments made pursuant to this section, sections 412 through 414 of S. Con. Res. 13 (111th Congress) shall remain in effect. (e)  Expiration. (1) Subsections (a)(1), (b)(1), and (c)(1) shall expire if a concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2012 is agreed to by the Senate and House of Representatives pursuant to section 301 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 [ 2 U.S.C. 632 (2) Subsections (a)(2), (b)(2), and (c)(2) shall expire if a concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2013 is agreed to by the Senate and House of Representatives pursuant to section 301 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974.  632. Annual adoption of concurrent resolution on the budget (a) Content of concurrent resolution on the budget On or before April 15 of each year, the Congress shall complete action on a concurrent resolution on the budget for the fiscal year beginning on October 1 of such year. The concurrent resolution shall set forth appropriate levels for the fiscal year beginning on October 1 of such year and for at least each of the 4 ensuing fiscal years for the following (1) totals of new budget authority and outlays; (2) total Federal revenues and the amount, if any, by which the aggregate level of Federal revenues should be increased or decreased by bills and resolutions to be reported by the appropriate committees; (3) the surplus or deficit in the budget; (4) new budget authority and outlays for each major functional category, based on allocations of the total levels set forth pursuant to paragraph (1); (5) the public debt; (6) for purposes of Senate enforcement under this subchapter, outlays of the old-age, survivors, and disability insurance program established under title II of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 401 (7) for purposes of Senate enforcement under this subchapter, revenues of the old-age, survivors, and disability insurance program established under title II of the Social Security Act (and the related provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 [ 26 U.S.C. 1 The concurrent resolution shall not include the outlays and revenue totals of the old-age, survivors, and disability insurance program established under title II of the Social Security Act or the related provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 in the surplus or deficit totals required by this subsection or in any other surplus or deficit totals required by this subchapter. (b) Additional matters in concurrent resolution The concurrent resolution on the budget may (1) set forth, if required by subsection (f), the calendar year in which, in the opinion of the Congress, the goals for reducing unemployment set forth in section 4(b) of the Employment Act of 1946 [ 15 U.S.C. 1022a(b) (2) include reconciliation directives described in section 641 of this title (3) require a procedure under which all or certain bills or resolutions providing new budget authority or new entitlement authority for such fiscal year shall not be enrolled until the Congress has completed action on any reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution or both required by such concurrent resolution to be reported in accordance with section 641(b) of this title (4) set forth such other matters, and require such other procedures, relating to the budget, as may be appropriate to carry out the purposes of this Act; (5) include a heading entitled Debt Increase as Measure of Deficit in which the concurrent resolution shall set forth the amounts by which the debt subject to limit (in section 3101 of title 31 (6) include a heading entitled Display of Federal Retirement Trust Fund Balances in which the concurrent resolution shall set forth the balances of the Federal retirement trust funds; (7) set forth procedures in the Senate whereby committee allocations, aggregates, and other levels can be revised for legislation if that legislation would not increase the deficit, or would not increase the deficit when taken with other legislation enacted after the adoption of the resolution, for the first fiscal year or the total period of fiscal years covered by the resolution; (8) set forth procedures to effectuate pay-as-you-go in the House of Representatives; and (9) set forth direct loan obligation and primary loan guarantee commitment levels. (c) Consideration of procedures or matters which have effect of changing any rule of House If the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives reports any concurrent resolution on the budget which includes any procedure or matter which has the effect of changing any rule of the House of Representatives, such concurrent resolution shall then be referred to the Committee on Rules with instructions to report it within five calendar days (not counting any day on which the House is not in session). The Committee on Rules shall have jurisdiction to report any concurrent resolution referred to it under this paragraph with an amendment or amendments changing or striking out any such procedure or matter. (d) Views and estimates of other committees Within 6 weeks after the President submits a budget under section 1105(a) of title 31 15 U.S.C. 1021 1 1 (e) Hearings and report (1) In general In developing the concurrent resolution on the budget referred to in subsection (a) for each fiscal year, the Committee on the Budget of each House shall hold hearings and shall receive testimony from Members of Congress and such appropriate representatives of Federal departments and agencies, the general public, and national organizations as the committee deems desirable. Each of the recommendations as to short-term and medium-term goals set forth in the report submitted by the members of the Joint Economic Committee under subsection (d) may be considered by the Committee on the Budget of each House as part of its consideration of such concurrent resolution, and its report may reflect its views thereon, including its views on how the estimates of revenues and levels of budget authority and outlays set forth in such concurrent resolution are designed to achieve any goals it is recommending. (2) Required contents of report The report accompanying the resolution shall include (A) a comparison of the levels of total new budget authority, total outlays, total revenues, and the surplus or deficit for each fiscal year set forth in the resolution with those requested in the budget submitted by the President; (B) with respect to each major functional category, an estimate of total new budget authority and total outlays, with the estimates divided between discretionary and mandatory amounts; (C) the economic assumptions that underlie each of the matters set forth in the resolution and any alternative economic assumptions and objectives the committee considered; (D) information, data, and comparisons indicating the manner in which, and the basis on which, the committee determined each of the matters set forth in the resolution; (E) the estimated levels of tax expenditures (the tax expenditures budget) by major items and functional categories for the Presidents budget and in the resolution; and (F) allocations described in section 633(a) of this title (3) Additional contents of report The report accompanying the resolution may include (A) a statement of any significant changes in the proposed levels of Federal assistance to State and local governments; (B) an allocation of the level of Federal revenues recommended in the resolution among the major sources of such revenues; (C) information, data, and comparisons on the share of total Federal budget outlays and of gross domestic product devoted to investment in the budget submitted by the President and in the resolution; (D) the assumed levels of budget authority and outlays for public buildings, with a division between amounts for construction and repair and for rental payments; and (E) other matters, relating to the budget and to fiscal policy, that the committee deems appropriate. (f) Achievement of goals for reducing unemployment (1) If, pursuant to section 4(c) of the Employment Act of 1946 [ 15 U.S.C. 1022a(c) 15 U.S.C. 1022a(b) (2) After the Congress has expressed its opinion pursuant to paragraph (1) as to the year in which the goals for reducing unemployment set forth in section 4(b) of the Employment Act of 1946 [ 15 U.S.C. 1022a(b) 15 U.S.C. 1022a(e) (3) It shall be in order to amend the provision of such resolution setting forth such year only if the amendment thereto also proposes to alter the estimates, amounts, and levels (as described in subsection (a)) set forth in such resolution in germane fashion in order to be consistent with the economic goals (as described in sections 3(a)(2) and 4(b) of the Employment Act of 1946 [ 15 U.S.C. 1022(a)(2) (g) Economic assumptions (1) It shall not be in order in the Senate to consider any concurrent resolution on the budget for a fiscal year, or any amendment thereto, or any conference report thereon, that sets forth amounts and levels that are determined on the basis of more than one set of economic and technical assumptions. (2) The joint explanatory statement accompanying a conference report on a concurrent resolution on the budget shall set forth the common economic assumptions upon which such joint statement and conference report are based, or upon which any amendment contained in the joint explanatory statement to be proposed by the conferees in the case of technical disagreement, is based. (3) Subject to periodic reestimation based on changed economic conditions or technical estimates, determinations under titles III and IV of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 [ 2 U.S.C. 631 (h) Budget Committees consultation with committees The Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives shall consult with the committees of its House having legislative jurisdiction during the preparation, consideration, and enforcement of the concurrent resolution on the budget with respect to all matters which relate to the jurisdiction or functions of such committees. (i) Social security point of order It shall not be in order in the Senate to consider any concurrent resolution on the budget (or amendment, motion, or conference report on the resolution) that would decrease the excess of social security revenues over social security outlays in any of the fiscal years covered by the concurrent resolution. No change in chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 [ 26 U.S.C. 1 ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  301 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 306 Pub. L. 95523, title III Oct. 27, 1978 92 Stat. 1905 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  201(b) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1040 Pub. L. 100119, title I,  106(d) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 781 Pub. L. 100418, title V,  5302 Aug. 23, 1988 102 Stat. 1462 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388608 Pub. L. 1044, title I,  102(2) Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 62 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10105(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 679 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  122(1) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1175  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Social Security Act, referred to in subsec. (a), is act Aug. 14, 1935, ch. 531 49 Stat. 620 section 1305 of Title 42 The Internal Revenue Code of 1986, referred to in subsecs. (a) and (i), is classified generally to Title 26, Internal Revenue Code. This Act, referred to in subsec. (b)(4), means Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 section 190a3 of this title section 105 of Title 1 section 105 of Title 1 section 621 of this title The Employment Act of 1946, referred to in subsec. (d), is act Feb. 20, 1946, ch. 33 60 Stat. 23 section 1021 of Title 15 The Congressional Budget Act of 1974, referred to in subsec. (g)(3), is titles I through IX of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 section 621 of this title Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1322 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 2013Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11367,  122(2) Subsec. (a)(6), (7). Pub. L. 11367,  122(1) 1997Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10533,  10105(a) Subsec. (a)(1), (4). Pub. L. 10533,  10105(b) Subsec. (b)(7). Pub. L. 10533,  10105(c)(1) Subsec. (b)(9). Pub. L. 10533,  10105(c)(2) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 10533,  10105(d) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 10533,  10105(e) Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 10533,  10105(f)(1) 1995Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 1044 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101508,  13301(b) Subsec. (a)(6), (7). Pub. L. 101508,  13303(a) Subsec. (b)(5), (6). Pub. L. 101508,  13203 Subsec. (b)(7), (8). Pub. L. 101508,  13204 Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 101508,  13112(a)(5) section 1105(a) of title 31 Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 101508,  13303(b) 1988Subsec. (e)(10). Pub. L. 100418 1987Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 100119,  208(a) Subsec. (i)(2). Pub. L. 100119,  106(d) 1985 Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 99177 section 641 of this title Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 99177 Subsecs. (f) to (i). Pub. L. 99177 1978Subsec. (a)(6), (7). Pub. L. 95523,  304(a) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 95523,  303(a) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 95523,  304(b) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1995 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 1044 Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13306 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388628 Sections 13301, 13302, and 13303 and any amendments made by such sections [amending this section and sections 633 and 642 of this title and enacting provisions set out as notes under this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal years beginning on or after October 1, 1990 section 401 of Title 42 Effective and Termination Dates of 1988 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 100418 section 5303 of Pub. L. 100418 section 1105 of Title 31 Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246 Exclusion of Social Security From All Budgets Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13301(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388623  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the receipts and disbursements of the Federal Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund and the Federal Disability Insurance Trust Fund shall not be counted as new budget authority, outlays, receipts, or deficit or surplus for purposes of (1) the budget of the United States Government as submitted by the President, (2) the congressional budget, or (3) the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 [see Short Title note set out under section 900 of this title Protection of OASDI Trust Funds in House of Representatives Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13302 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388623  (a)  In General It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider any bill or joint resolution, as reported, or any amendment thereto or conference report thereon, if, upon enactment (1) (A) such legislation under consideration would provide for a net increase in OASDI benefits of at least 0.02 percent of the present value of future taxable payroll for the 75-year period utilized in the most recent annual report of the Board of Trustees provided pursuant to section 201(c)(2) of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 401(c)(2) (2) (A) such legislation under consideration would provide for a net increase in OASDI benefits (for the 5-year estimating period for such legislation under consideration), (B) such net increase, together with the net increases in OASDI benefits resulting from previous legislation enacted during that fiscal year or any of the previous 4 fiscal years (as estimated at the time of enactment) which are attributable to those portions of the 5-year estimating periods for such previous legislation that fall within the 5-year estimating period for such legislation under consideration, exceeds $250,000,000, and (C) such legislation under consideration does not provide at least a net increase, for the 5-year estimating period for such legislation under consideration, in OASDI taxes which, together with net increases in OASDI taxes resulting from such previous legislation which are attributable to those portions of the 5-year estimating periods for such previous legislation that fall within the 5-year estimating period for such legislation under consideration, equals the amount by which the net increase derived under subparagraph (B) exceeds $250,000,000; (3) (A) such legislation under consideration would provide for a net decrease in OASDI taxes of at least 0.02 percent of the present value of future taxable payroll for the 75-year period utilized in the most recent annual report of the Board of Trustees provided pursuant to section 201(c)(2) of the Social Security Act, and (B) such legislation under consideration does not provide at least a net decrease, for such 75-year period, in OASDI benefits of the amount by which the net decrease in such taxes exceeds 0.02 percent of the present value of future taxable payroll for such 75-year period, or (4) (A) such legislation under consideration would provide for a net decrease in OASDI taxes (for the 5-year estimating period for such legislation under consideration), (B) such net decrease, together with the net decreases in OASDI taxes resulting from previous legislation enacted during that fiscal year or any of the previous 4 fiscal years (as estimated at the time of enactment) which are attributable to those portions of the 5-year estimating periods for such previous legislation that fall within the 5-year estimating period for such legislation under consideration, exceeds $250,000,000, and (C) such legislation under consideration does not provide at least a net decrease, for the 5-year estimating period for such legislation under consideration, in OASDI benefits which, together with net decreases in OASDI benefits resulting from such previous legislation which are attributable to those portions of the 5-year estimating periods for such previous legislation that fall within the 5-year estimating period for such legislation under consideration, equals the amount by which the net decrease derived under subparagraph (B) exceeds $250,000,000. (b)  Application In applying paragraph (3) or (4) of subsection (a), any provision of any bill or joint resolution, as reported, or any amendment thereto, or conference report thereon, the effect of which is to provide for a net decrease for any period in taxes described in subsection (c)(2)(A) shall be disregarded if such bill, joint resolution, amendment, or conference report also includes a provision the effect of which is to provide for a net increase of at least an equivalent amount for such period in medicare taxes. (c)  Definitions For purposes of this subsection: (1) The term OASDI benefits means the benefits under the old-age, survivors, and disability insurance programs under title II of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 401 (2) The term OASDI taxes means (A) the taxes imposed under sections 1401(a), 3101(a), and 3111(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 [ 26 U.S.C. 1401(a) (B) the taxes imposed under chapter 1 of such Code [ 26 U.S.C. 1 26 U.S.C. 86 (3) The term medicare taxes means the taxes imposed under sections 1401(b), 3101(b), and 3111(b) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (4) The term previous legislation shall not include legislation enacted before fiscal year 1991. (5) The term 5-year estimating period means, with respect to any legislation, the fiscal year in which such legislation becomes or would become effective and the next 4 fiscal years. (6) No provision of any bill or resolution, or any amendment thereto or conference report thereon, involving a change in chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 shall be treated as affecting the amount of OASDI taxes referred to in paragraph (2)(B) unless such provision changes the income tax treatment of OASDI benefits. Balanced Federal Budgets; Congressional Budget Committee Reports by April 15, 1979 Pub. L. 965,  5 Apr. 2, 1979 93 Stat. 8 April 15, 1979 April 15, 1980 April 15, 1981 Pub. L. 97258,  5(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1068 Application of Congressional Budget Process to Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 1975 Pub. L. 93344, title IX,  906 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 332 July 1, 1975 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10120(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 696  633. Committee allocations (a) Committee spending allocations (1) Allocation among committees The joint explanatory statement accompanying a conference report on a concurrent resolution on the budget shall include an allocation, consistent with the resolution recommended in the conference report, of the levels for the first fiscal year of the resolution, for at least each of the ensuing 4 fiscal years, and a total for that period of fiscal years (except in the case of the Committee on Appropriations only for the fiscal year of that resolution) of (A) total new budget authority; and (B) total outlays; among each committee of the House of Representatives or the Senate that has jurisdiction over legislation providing or creating such amounts. (2) No double counting In the House of Representatives, any item allocated to one committee may not be allocated to another committee. (3) Further division of amounts (A) In the Senate In the Senate, the amount allocated to the Committee on Appropriations shall be further divided among the categories specified in section 900(c)(4) of this title section 901(c) of this title (B) In the House In the House of Representatives, the amounts allocated to each committee for each fiscal year, other than the Committee on Appropriations, shall be further divided between amounts provided or required by law on the date of filing of that conference report and amounts not so provided or required. The amounts allocated to the Committee on Appropriations shall be further divided (i) between discretionary and mandatory amounts or programs, as appropriate; and (ii) consistent with the categories specified in section 900(c)(4) of this title (4) Amounts not allocated In the House of Representatives or the Senate, if a committee receives no allocation of new budget authority or outlays, that committee shall be deemed to have received an allocation equal to zero for new budget authority or outlays. (5) Adjusting allocation of discretionary spending in the House of Representatives (A) If a concurrent resolution on the budget is not adopted by April 15, the chairman of the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives shall submit to the House, as soon as practicable, an allocation under paragraph (1) to the Committee on Appropriations consistent with the discretionary spending levels in the most recently agreed to concurrent resolution on the budget for the appropriate fiscal year covered by that resolution. (B) As soon as practicable after an allocation under paragraph (1) is submitted under this section, the Committee on Appropriations shall make suballocations and report those suballocations to the House of Representatives. (b) Suballocations by Appropriations Committees As soon as practicable after a concurrent resolution on the budget is agreed to, the Committee on Appropriations of each House (after consulting with the Committee on Appropriations of the other House) shall suballocate each amount allocated to it for the budget year under subsection (a) among its subcommittees. Each Committee on Appropriations shall promptly report to its House suballocations made or revised under this subsection. The Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives shall further divide among its subcommittees the divisions made under subsection (a)(3)(B) and promptly report those divisions to the House. (c) Point of order After the Committee on Appropriations has received an allocation pursuant to subsection (a) for a fiscal year, it shall not be in order in the House of Representatives or the Senate to consider any bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report within the jurisdiction of that committee providing new budget authority for that fiscal year, until that committee makes the suballocations required by subsection (b). (d) Subsequent concurrent resolutions In the case of a concurrent resolution on the budget referred to in section 635 of this title (e) Alteration of allocations At any time after a committee reports the allocations required to be made under subsection (b), such committee may report to its House an alteration of such allocations. Any alteration of such allocations must be consistent with any actions already taken by its House on legislation within the committees jurisdiction. (f) Legislation subject to point of order (1) In the House of Representatives After the Congress has completed action on a concurrent resolution on the budget for a fiscal year, it shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider any bill, joint resolution, or amendment providing new budget authority for any fiscal year, or any conference report on any such bill or joint resolution, if (A) the enactment of such bill or resolution as reported; (B) the adoption and enactment of such amendment; or (C) the enactment of such bill or resolution in the form recommended in such conference report, would cause the applicable allocation of new budget authority made under subsection (a) or (b) for the first fiscal year or the total of fiscal years to be exceeded. (2) In the Senate After a concurrent resolution on the budget is agreed to, it shall not be in order in the Senate to consider any bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report that would cause (A) in the case of any committee except the Committee on Appropriations, the applicable allocation of new budget authority or outlays under subsection (a) for the first fiscal year or the total of fiscal years to be exceeded; or (B) in the case of the Committee on Appropriations, the applicable suballocation of new budget authority or outlays under subsection (b) to be exceeded. (g) Pay-as-you-go exception in the House (1) In general (A) Subsection (f)(1) and, after April 15, section 634(a) of this title (i) the enactment of that bill or resolution as reported; (ii) the adoption and enactment of that amendment; or (iii) the enactment of that bill or resolution in the form recommended in that conference report, would not increase the deficit, and, if the sum of any revenue increases provided in legislation already enacted during the current session (when added to revenue increases, if any, in excess of any outlay increase provided by the legislation proposed for consideration) is at least as great as the sum of the amount, if any, by which the aggregate level of Federal revenues should be increased as set forth in that concurrent resolution and the amount, if any, by which revenues are to be increased pursuant to pay-as-you-go procedures under section 632(b)(8) of this title (B)  Section 642(a) of this title (i) the enactment of that bill or resolution as reported; (ii) the adoption and enactment of that amendment; or (iii) the enactment of that bill or resolution in the form recommended in that conference report, would not increase the deficit, and, if the sum of any outlay reductions provided in legislation already enacted during the current session (when added to outlay reductions, if any, in excess of any revenue reduction provided by the legislation proposed for consideration) is at least as great as the sum of the amount, if any, by which the aggregate level of Federal outlays should be reduced as required by that concurrent resolution and the amount, if any, by which outlays are to be reduced pursuant to pay-as-you-go procedures under section 632(b)(8) of this title (2) Revised allocations (A) As soon as practicable after Congress agrees to a bill or joint resolution that would have been subject to a point of order under subsection (f)(1) but for the exception provided in paragraph (1)(A) or would have been subject to a point of order under section 642(a) of this title (B) Such revised allocations, functional levels, and budget aggregates shall be considered for the purposes of this Act as allocations, functional levels, and budget aggregates contained in the most recently agreed to concurrent resolution on the budget. ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  302 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 308 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  201(b) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1044 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388608 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10106 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 680 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  122(3) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1175  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in subsec. (g)(2)(B), means Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 section 190a3 of this title section 105 of Title 1 section 105 of Title 1 section 621 of this title Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1323 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 2013Subsec. (g)(2)(A). Pub. L. 11367 1997Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10533,  10106(a) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10533,  10106(a) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10533,  10106(b) (1) new budget authority for a fiscal year; or (2) new spending authority as described in section 651(c)(2) of this title within the jurisdiction of any committee which has received an appropriate allocation of such authority pursuant to subsection (a) of this section for such fiscal year, unless and until such committee makes the allocation or subdivisions required by subsection (b) of this section, in connection with the most recently agreed to concurrent resolution on the budget for such fiscal year. Subsec. (f)(1). Pub. L. 10533,  10106(c)(1) Subsec. (f)(2). Pub. L. 10533,  10106(c)(2) Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 10533,  10106(d) section 651(c)(2) of this title 1990Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 101508,  13201(b)(3)(A) Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 101508,  13303(c)(1) Pub. L. 101508,  13201(b)(3)(B) Pub. L. 101508,  13112(a)(6) Subsec. (b)(1)(A). Pub. L. 101508,  13201(b)(3)(C) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 101508,  13207(a)(1)(A) Subsec. (c)(3). Pub. L. 101508,  13201(b)(3)(D) Subsec. (f)(1). Pub. L. 101508,  13207(a)(1)(B) Pub. L. 101508,  13201(b)(3)(E) Subsec. (f)(2). Pub. L. 101508,  13303(c)(3) Pub. L. 101508,  13303(c)(2) Pub. L. 101508,  13207(a)(2) section 651(c)(2) of this title Pub. L. 101508,  13207(a)(1)(B) Pub. L. 101508,  13201(b)(2) Pub. L. 101508,  13112(a)(7) 1985 Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 99177 Subsecs. (d) to (g). Pub. L. 99177 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective and Termination Dates of 1990 Amendment Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13201(b)(2) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388614 Jan. 1, 1991 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13201(b)(3) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388614 Sept. 30, 1991 Amendment by section 13303(c) of Pub. L. 101508 Oct. 1, 1990 section 13306 of Pub. L. 101508 section 632 of this title Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 Apr. 15, 1986 Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246  634. Concurrent resolution on the budget must be adopted before budget-related legislation is considered (a) In general Until the concurrent resolution on the budget for a fiscal year has been agreed to, it shall not be in order in the House of Representatives, with respect to the first fiscal year covered by that resolution, or the Senate, with respect to any fiscal year covered by that resolution, to consider any bill or joint resolution, amendment or motion thereto, or conference report thereon that (1) first provides new budget authority for that fiscal year; (2) first provides an increase or decrease in revenues during that fiscal year; (3) provides an increase or decrease in the public debt limit to become effective during that fiscal year; (4) in the Senate only, first provides new entitlement authority for that fiscal year; or (5) in the Senate only, first provides for an increase or decrease in outlays for that fiscal year. (b) Exceptions in House In the House of Representatives, subsection (a) does not apply (1) (A) to any bill or joint resolution, as reported, providing advance discretionary new budget authority that first becomes available for the first or second fiscal year after the budget year; or (B) to any bill or joint resolution, as reported, first increasing or decreasing revenues in a fiscal year following the fiscal year to which the concurrent resolution applies; (2) after May 15, to any general appropriation bill or amendment thereto; or (3) to any bill or joint resolution unless it is reported by a committee. (c) Application to appropriation measures in Senate (1) In general Until the concurrent resolution on the budget for a fiscal year has been agreed to and an allocation has been made to the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate under section 633(a) of this title (2) Exception Paragraph (1) does not apply to appropriations legislation making advance appropriations for the first or second fiscal year after the year the allocation referred to in that paragraph is made. ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  303 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 309 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  201(b) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1046 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388616 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10107(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 683  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1324 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 1997 Pub. L. 10533 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101508,  13207(a)(1)(C) Pub. L. 101508,  13205(a)(4) Subsec. (a)(5), (6). Pub. L. 101508,  13205(a)(1) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 101508,  13205(b) 1985 Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 99177 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246  635. Permissible revisions of concurrent resolutions on the budget  At any time after the concurrent resolution on the budget for a fiscal year has been agreed to pursuant to section 632 of this title ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  304 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 310 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  201(b) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1047 Pub. L. 100119, title II,  208(b) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 786 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13112(a)(8) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388608 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10108 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 684  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1325 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 1997 Pub. L. 10533 section 632(g) of this title section 632(g) of this title 1990Subsecs. (b), (c). Pub. L. 101508 section 632(i) of this title section 632(i) of this title 1987Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 100119 1985 Pub. L. 99177 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246  636. Provisions relating to consideration of concurrent resolutions on the budget (a) Procedure in House after report of Committee; debate (1) When a concurrent resolution on the budget has been reported by the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives and has been referred to the appropriate calendar of the House, it shall be in order on any day thereafter, subject to clause 4 of rule XIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, to move to proceed to the consideration of the concurrent resolution. The motion is highly privileged and is not debatable. An amendment to the motion is not in order and it is not in order to move to reconsider the vote by which the motion is agreed to or disagreed to. (2) General debate on any concurrent resolution on the budget in the House of Representatives shall be limited to not more than 10 hours, which shall be divided equally between the majority and minority parties, plus such additional hours of debate as are consumed pursuant to paragraph (3). A motion further to limit debate is not debatable. A motion to recommit the concurrent resolution is not in order, and it is not in order to move to reconsider the vote by which the concurrent resolution is agreed to or disagreed to. (3) Following the presentation of opening statements on the concurrent resolution on the budget for a fiscal year by the chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Budget of the House, there shall be a period of up to four hours for debate on economic goals and policies. (4) Only if a concurrent resolution on the budget reported by the Committee on the Budget of the House sets forth the economic goals (as described in sections 1022(a)(2) and 1022a(b) of title 15) which the estimates, amounts, and levels (as described in section 632(a) of this title (5) Consideration of any concurrent resolution on the budget by the House of Representatives shall be in the Committee of the Whole, and the resolution shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule in accordance with the applicable provisions of rule XVIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives. After the Committee rises and reports the resolution back to the House, the previous question shall be considered as ordered on the resolution and any amendments thereto to final passage without intervening motion; except that it shall be in order at any time prior to final passage (notwithstanding any other rule or provision of law) to adopt an amendment (or a series of amendments) changing any figure or figures in the resolution as so reported to the extent necessary to achieve mathematical consistency. (6) Debate in the House of Representatives on the conference report on any concurrent resolution on the budget shall be limited to not more than 5 hours, which shall be divided equally between the majority and minority parties. A motion further to limit debate is not debatable. A motion to recommit the conference report is not in order, and it is not in order to move to reconsider the vote by which the conference report is agreed to or disagreed to. (7) Appeals from decisions of the Chair relating to the application of the Rules of the House of Representatives to the procedure relating to any concurrent resolution on the budget shall be decided without debate. (b) Procedure in Senate after report of Committee; debate; amendments (1) Debate in the Senate on any concurrent resolution on the budget, and all amendments thereto and debatable motions and appeals in connection therewith, shall be limited to not more than 50 hours, except that with respect to any concurrent resolution referred to in section 635 of this title (2) Debate in the Senate on any amendment to a concurrent resolution on the budget shall be limited to 2 hours, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the mover and the manager of the concurrent resolution, and debate on any amendment to an amendment, debatable motion, or appeal shall be limited to 1 hour, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the mover and the manager of the concurrent resolution, except that in the event the manager of the concurrent resolution is in favor of any such amendment, motion, or appeal, the time in opposition thereto shall be controlled by the minority leader or his designee. No amendment that is not germane to the provisions of such concurrent resolution shall be received. Such leaders, or either of them, may, from the time under their control on the passage of the concurrent resolution, allot additional time to any Senator during the consideration of any amendment, debatable motion, or appeal. (3) Following the presentation of opening statements on the concurrent resolution on the budget for a fiscal year by the chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Budget of the Senate, there shall be a period of up to four hours for debate on economic goals and policies. (4) Subject to the other limitations of this Act, only if a concurrent resolution on the budget reported by the Committee on the Budget of the Senate sets forth the economic goals (as described in sections 1022(a)(2) and 1022a(b) of title 15) which the estimates, amounts, and levels (as described in section 632(a) of this title (5) A motion to further limit debate is not debatable. A motion to recommit (except a motion to recommit with instructions to report back within a specified number of days, not to exceed 3, not counting any day on which the Senate is not in session) is not in order. Debate on any such motion to recommit shall be limited to 1 hour, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the mover and the manager of the concurrent resolution. (6) Notwithstanding any other rule, an amendment or series of amendments to a concurrent resolution on the budget proposed in the Senate shall always be in order if such amendment or series of amendments proposes to change any figure or figures then contained in such concurrent resolution so as to make such concurrent resolution mathematically consistent or so as to maintain such consistency. (c) Action on conference reports in Senate (1) A motion to proceed to the consideration of the conference report on any concurrent resolution on the budget (or a reconciliation bill or resolution) may be made even though a previous motion to the same effect has been disagreed to. (2) During the consideration in the Senate of the conference report (or a message between Houses) on any concurrent resolution on the budget, and all amendments in disagreement, and all amendments thereto, and debatable motions and appeals in connection therewith, debate shall be limited to 10 hours, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the majority leader and minority leader or their designees. Debate on any debatable motion or appeal related to the conference report (or a message between Houses) shall be limited to 1 hour, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the mover and the manager of the conference report (or a message between Houses). (3) Should the conference report be defeated, debate on any request for a new conference and the appointment of conferees shall be limited to 1 hour, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the manager of the conference report and the minority leader or his designee, and should any motion be made to instruct the conferees before the conferees are named, debate on such motion shall be limited to one-half hour, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the mover and the manager of the conference report. Debate on any amendment to any such instructions shall be limited to 20 minutes, to be equally divided between and controlled by the mover and the manager of the conference report. In all cases when the manager of the conference report is in favor of any motion, appeal, or amendment, the time in opposition shall be under the control of the minority leader or his designee. (4) In any case in which there are amendments in disagreement, time on each amendment shall be limited to 30 minutes, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the manager of the conference report and the minority leader or his designee. No amendment that is not germane to the provisions of such amendments shall be received. (d) Concurrent resolution must be consistent in Senate It shall not be in order in the Senate to vote on the question of agreeing to (1) a concurrent resolution on the budget unless the figures then contained in such resolution are mathematically consistent; or (2) a conference report on a concurrent resolution on the budget unless the figures contained in such resolution, as recommended in such conference report, are mathematically consistent. ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  305 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 310 Pub. L. 95523, title III,  303(b) Oct. 27, 1978 92 Stat. 1905 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  201(b) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1047 Pub. L. 100119, title II,  209 Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 787 Pub. L. 100203, title VIII,  8003(d) Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1330282 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388619 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10109(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 684 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  122(4) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1175  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in subsec. (b)(4), means Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 section 190a3 of this title section 105 of Title 1 section 105 of Title 1 section 621 of this title Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1326 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 2013Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 11367,  122(4) l Subsec. (a)(5). Pub. L. 11367,  122(5) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 11367,  122(6) 1997Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 10533 section 632(c) of this title 1990Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 101508,  13209(1) Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 101508,  13209(2) Subsecs. (d), (e). Pub. L. 101508,  13210(1) (1) a conference report recommending those matters on which they have agreed and reporting in disagreement those matters on which they have not agreed; or (2) a conference report in disagreement, if the matter in disagreement is an amendment which strikes out the entire text of the concurrent resolution and inserts a substitute text. 1987Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 100203,  8003(d) Pub. L. 100119 1985Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 99177 Subsecs. (c) to (e). Pub. L. 99177 1978Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 95523,  303(b) section 303(b)(2) of Pub. L. 95523 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 95523,  303(c) section 303(c)(1) of Pub. L. 95523 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246  637. Legislation dealing with Congressional budget must be handled by Budget Committees (a) In the Senate In the Senate, no bill, resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report, dealing with any matter which is within the jurisdiction of the Committee on the Budget shall be considered unless it is a bill or resolution which has been reported by the Committee on the Budget (or from the consideration of which such committee has been discharged) or unless it is an amendment to such a bill or resolution. (b) In the House of Representatives In the House of Representatives, no bill or joint resolution, or amendment thereto, or conference report thereon, dealing with any matter which is within the jurisdiction of the Committee on the Budget shall be considered unless it is a bill or joint resolution which has been reported by the Committee on the Budget (or from the consideration of which such committee has been discharged) or unless it is an amendment to such a bill or joint resolution. ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  306 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 313 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  201(b) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1050 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13207(a)(1)(D) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388617 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  122(7) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1175  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1327 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 2013 Pub. L. 11367 1990 Pub. L. 101508 1985 Pub. L. 99177 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246  638. House committee action on all appropriation bills to be completed by June 10  On or before June 10 of each year, the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives shall report annual appropriation bills providing new budget authority under the jurisdiction of all of its subcommittees for the fiscal year which begins on October 1 of that year. ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  307 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 313 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  201(b) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1051  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1328 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 1985 Pub. L. 99177 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246  639. Reports, summaries, and projections of Congressional budget actions (a) Legislation providing new budget authority or providing increase or decrease in revenues or tax expenditures (1) Whenever a committee of either House reports to its House a bill or joint resolution, or committee amendment thereto, providing new budget authority (other than continuing appropriations) or providing an increase or decrease in revenues or tax expenditures for a fiscal year (or fiscal years), the report accompanying that bill or joint resolution shall contain a statement, or the committee shall make available such a statement in the case of an approved committee amendment which is not reported to its House, prepared after consultation with the Director of the Congressional Budget Office (A) comparing the levels in such measure to the appropriate allocations in the reports submitted under section 633(b) of this title (B) containing a projection by the Congressional Budget Office of how such measure will affect the levels of such budget authority, budget outlays, revenues, or tax expenditures under existing law for such fiscal year (or fiscal years) and each of the four ensuing fiscal years, if timely submitted before such report is filed; and (C) containing an estimate by the Congressional Budget Office of the level of new budget authority for assistance to State and local governments provided by such measure, if timely submitted before such report is filed. (2) Whenever a conference report is filed in either House and such conference report or any amendment reported in disagreement or any amendment contained in the joint statement of managers to be proposed by the conferees in the case of technical disagreement on such bill or joint resolution provides new budget authority (other than continuing appropriations) or provides an increase or decrease in revenues for a fiscal year (or fiscal years), the statement of managers accompanying such conference report shall contain the information described in paragraph (1), if available on a timely basis. If such information is not available when the conference report is filed, the committee shall make such information available to Members as soon as practicable prior to the consideration of such conference report. (3) CBO paygo (A) The Chairs of the Committees on the Budget of the House and Senate, as applicable, shall request from the Director of the Congressional Budget Office an estimate of the budgetary effects of PAYGO legislation. (B) Estimates shall be prepared using baseline estimates supplied by the Congressional Budget Office, consistent with section 907 of this title (C) The Director shall not count timing shifts, as that term is defined at section 932(8) of this title (b) Up-to-date tabulations of Congressional budget action (1) The Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall issue to the committees of the House of Representatives and the Senate reports on at least a monthly basis detailing and tabulating the progress of congressional action on bills and joint resolutions providing new budget authority or providing an increase or decrease in revenues or tax expenditures for each fiscal year covered by a concurrent resolution on the budget. Such reports shall include but are not limited to an up-to-date tabulation comparing the appropriate aggregate and functional levels (including outlays) included in the most recently adopted concurrent resolution on the budget with the levels provided in bills and joint resolutions reported by committees or adopted by either House or by the Congress, and with the levels provided by law for the fiscal year preceding the first fiscal year covered by the appropriate concurrent resolution. (2) The Committee on the Budget of each House shall make available to Members of its House summary budget scorekeeping reports. Such reports (A) shall be made available on at least a monthly basis, but in any case frequently enough to provide Members of each House an accurate representation of the current status of congressional consideration of the budget; (B) shall include, but are not limited to, summaries of tabulations provided under subsection (b)(1); and (C) shall be based on information provided under subsection (b)(1) without substantive revision. The chairman of the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives shall submit such reports to the Speaker. (c) Five-year projection of Congressional budget action As soon as practicable after the beginning of each fiscal year, the Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall issue a report projecting for the period of 5 fiscal years beginning with such fiscal year (1) total new budget authority and total budget outlays for each fiscal year in such period; (2) revenues to be received and the major sources thereof, and the surplus or deficit, if any, for each fiscal year in such period; (3) tax expenditures for each fiscal year in such period; and (4) entitlement authority for each fiscal year in such period. (d) Scorekeeping guidelines Estimates under this section shall be provided in accordance with the scorekeeping guidelines determined under section 902(d)(5) of this title ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  308 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 313 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  201(b) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1051 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13206 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388617 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10110 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 685 Pub. L. 111139, title I,  4(b) Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 11 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  122(8) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1175  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1329 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 2013Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 11367 2010Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 111139,  4(b)(1)(B) Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 111139,  4(b)(1)(A) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 111139,  4(b)(2) 1997Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10533,  10110(1)(A) Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 10533,  10110(4) Pub. L. 10533,  10110(1)(D) section 651(c)(2) of this title Subsec. (a)(1)(B). Pub. L. 10533,  10110(1)(C) Pub. L. 10533,  10110(1)(B) section 651(c)(2) of this title Subsec. (a)(1)(C), (D). Pub. L. 10533,  10110(1)(B) Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 10533,  10110(4) Pub. L. 10533,  10110(1)(D) section 651(c)(2) of this title Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 10533,  10110(4) Pub. L. 10533,  10110(2) section 651(c)(2) of this title Subsec. (c)(3) to (5). Pub. L. 10533,  10110(3) 1990Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 101508,  13206(a)(1) Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 101508,  13206(b) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 101508,  13206(c) 1985Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 99177 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246  640. House approval of regular appropriation bills  It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider any resolution providing for an adjournment period of more than three calendar days during the month of July until the House of Representatives has approved annual appropriation bills providing new budget authority under the jurisdiction of all the subcommittees of the Committee on Appropriations for the fiscal year beginning on October 1 of such year. For purposes of this section, the chairman of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives shall periodically advise the Speaker as to changes in jurisdiction among its various subcommittees. ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  309 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 314 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  201(b) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1052  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1330 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 1985 Pub. L. 99177 (1) providing new budget authority for the fiscal year beginning on October 1 of such year, other than supplemental, deficiency, and continuing appropriation bills and resolutions, and other than the reconciliation bill for such year, if required to be reported under section 641(c) of this title (2) providing new spending authority described in section 651(c)(2)(C) of this title Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any bill or resolution if legislation authorizing the enactment of new budget authority to be provided in such bill or resolution has not been timely enacted. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246  641. Reconciliation (a) Inclusion of reconciliation directives in concurrent resolutions on the budget A concurrent resolution on the budget for any fiscal year, to the extent necessary to effectuate the provisions and requirements of such resolution, shall (1) specify the total amount by which (A) new budget authority for such fiscal year; (B) budget authority initially provided for prior fiscal years; (C) new entitlement authority which is to become effective during such fiscal year; and (D) credit authority for such fiscal year, contained in laws, bills, and resolutions within the jurisdiction of a committee, is to be changed and direct that committee to determine and recommend changes to accomplish a change of such total amount; (2) specify the total amount by which revenues are to be changed and direct that the committees having jurisdiction to determine and recommend changes in the revenue laws, bills, and resolutions to accomplish a change of such total amount; (3) specify the amounts by which the statutory limit on the public debt is to be changed and direct the committee having jurisdiction to recommend such change; or (4) specify and direct any combination of the matters described in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) (including a direction to achieve deficit reduction). (b) Legislative procedure If a concurrent resolution containing directives to one or more committees to determine and recommend changes in laws, bills, or resolutions is agreed to in accordance with subsection (a), and (1) only one committee of the House or the Senate is directed to determine and recommend changes, that committee shall promptly make such determination and recommendations and report to its House reconciliation legislation containing such recommendations; or (2) more than one committee of the House or the Senate is directed to determine and recommend changes, each such committee so directed shall promptly make such determination and recommendations and submit such recommendations to the Committee on the Budget of its House, which, upon receiving all such recommendations, shall report to its House reconciliation legislation carrying out all such recommendations without any substantive revision. For purposes of this subsection, a reconciliation resolution is a concurrent resolution directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives or the Secretary of the Senate, as the case may be, to make specified changes in bills and resolutions which have not been enrolled. (c) Compliance with reconciliation directions (1) Any committee of the House of Representatives or the Senate that is directed, pursuant to a concurrent resolution on the budget, to determine and recommend changes of the type described in paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (a) with respect to laws within its jurisdiction, shall be deemed to have complied with such directions (A) if (i) the amount of the changes of the type described in paragraph (1) of such subsection recommended by such committee do not exceed or fall below the amount of the changes such committee was directed by such concurrent resolution to recommend under that paragraph by more than (I) in the Senate, 20 percent of the total of the amounts of the changes such committee was directed to make under paragraphs (1) and (2) of such subsection; or (II) in the House of Representatives, 20 percent of the sum of the absolute value of the changes the committee was directed to make under paragraph (1) and the absolute value of the changes the committee was directed to make under paragraph (2); and (ii) the amount of the changes of the type described in paragraph (2) of such subsection recommended by such committee do not exceed or fall below the amount of the changes such committee was directed by such concurrent resolution to recommend under that paragraph by more than (I) in the Senate, 20 percent of the total of the amounts of the changes such committee was directed to make under paragraphs (1) and (2) of such subsection; or (II) in the House of Representatives, 20 percent of the sum of the absolute value of the changes the committee was directed to make under paragraph (1) and the absolute value of the changes the committee was directed to make under paragraph (2); and (B) if the total amount of the changes recommended by such committee is not less than the total of the amounts of the changes such committee was directed to make under paragraphs (1) and (2) of such subsection. (2) (A) Upon the reporting to the Committee on the Budget of the Senate of a recommendation that shall be deemed to have complied with such directions solely by virtue of this subsection, the chairman of that committee may file with the Senate appropriately revised allocations under section 633(a) of this title (B) Upon the submission to the Senate of a conference report recommending a reconciliation bill or resolution in which a committee shall be deemed to have complied with such directions solely by virtue of this subsection, the chairman of the Committee on the Budget of the Senate may file with the Senate appropriately revised allocations under section 633(a) of this title (C) Allocations, functional levels, and aggregates revised pursuant to this paragraph shall be considered to be allocations, functional levels, and aggregates contained in the concurrent resolution on the budget pursuant to section 632 of this title (D) Upon the filing of revised allocations pursuant to this paragraph, the reporting committee shall report revised allocations pursuant to section 633(b) of this title (d) Limitation on amendments to reconciliation bills and resolutions (1) It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider any amendment to a reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution if such amendment would have the effect of increasing any specific budget outlays above the level of such outlays provided in the bill or resolution (for the fiscal years covered by the reconciliation instructions set forth in the most recently agreed to concurrent resolution on the budget), or would have the effect of reducing any specific Federal revenues below the level of such revenues provided in the bill or resolution (for such fiscal years), unless such amendment makes at least an equivalent reduction in other specific budget outlays, an equivalent increase in other specific Federal revenues, or an equivalent combination thereof (for such fiscal years), except that a motion to strike a provision providing new budget authority or new entitlement authority may be in order. (2) It shall not be in order in the Senate to consider any amendment to a reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution if such amendment would have the effect of decreasing any specific budget outlay reductions below the level of such outlay reductions provided (for the fiscal years covered) in the reconciliation instructions which relate to such bill or resolution set forth in a resolution providing for reconciliation, or would have the effect of reducing Federal revenue increases below the level of such revenue increases provided (for such fiscal years) in such instructions relating to such bill or resolution, unless such amendment makes a reduction in other specific budget outlays, an increase in other specific Federal revenues, or a combination thereof (for such fiscal years) at least equivalent to any increase in outlays or decrease in revenues provided by such amendment, except that a motion to strike a provision shall always be in order. (3) Paragraphs (1) and (2) shall not apply if a declaration of war by the Congress is in effect. (4) For purposes of this section, the levels of budget outlays and Federal revenues for a fiscal year shall be determined on the basis of estimates made by the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives or of the Senate, as the case may be. (5) The Committee on Rules of the House of Representatives may make in order amendments to achieve changes specified by reconciliation directives contained in a concurrent resolution on the budget if a committee or committees of the House fail to submit recommended changes to its Committee on the Budget pursuant to its instruction. (e) Procedure in Senate (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), the provisions of section 636 of this title (2) Debate in the Senate on any reconciliation bill reported under subsection (b), and all amendments thereto and debatable motions and appeals in connection therewith, shall be limited to not more than 20 hours. (f) Completion of reconciliation process It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider any resolution providing for an adjournment period of more than three calendar days during the month of July until the House of Representatives has completed action on the reconciliation legislation for the fiscal year beginning on October 1 of the calendar year to which the adjournment resolution pertains, if reconciliation legislation is required to be reported by the concurrent resolution on the budget for such fiscal year. (g) Limitation on changes to Social Security Act Notwithstanding any other provision of law, it shall not be in order in the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider any reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution reported pursuant to a concurrent resolution on the budget agreed to under section 632 or 635 of this title, or a joint resolution pursuant to section 907d of this title 42 U.S.C. 401 ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  310 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 315 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  201(b) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1053 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388608 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10111 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 685 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  122(9) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1175  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Social Security Act, referred to in subsec. (g), is act Aug. 14, 1935, ch. 531 49 Stat. 620 section 1305 of Title 42 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1331 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 2013Subsec. (c)(1)(A)(i). Pub. L. 11367 Subsec. (c)(1)(A)(ii). Pub. L. 11367 1997Subsec. (c)(1)(A)(i). Pub. L. 10533,  10111(1) Subsec. (c)(1)(A)(ii). Pub. L. 10533,  10111(2) 1990Subsec. (a)(4). Pub. L. 101508,  13207(d) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 101508,  13207(c) Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 101508,  13210(2) Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 101508,  13112(a)(9) section 907d of this title section 904(b) of this title 1985 Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 99177 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 Apr. 15, 1986 Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246  642. Budget-related legislation must be within appropriate levels (a) Enforcement of budget aggregates (1) In House of Representatives Except as provided by subsection (c), after the Congress has completed action on a concurrent resolution on the budget for a fiscal year, it shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider any bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report providing new budget authority or reducing revenues, if (A) the enactment of that bill or resolution as reported; (B) the adoption and enactment of that amendment; or (C) the enactment of that bill or resolution in the form recommended in that conference report; would cause the level of total new budget authority or total outlays set forth in the applicable concurrent resolution on the budget for the first fiscal year to be exceeded, or would cause revenues to be less than the level of total revenues set forth in that concurrent resolution for the first fiscal year or for the total of that first fiscal year and the ensuing fiscal years for which allocations are provided under section 633(a) of this title (2) In Senate After a concurrent resolution on the budget is agreed to, it shall not be in order in the Senate to consider any bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report that (A) would cause the level of total new budget authority or total outlays set forth for the first fiscal year in the applicable resolution to be exceeded; or (B) would cause revenues to be less than the level of total revenues set forth for that first fiscal year or for the total of that first fiscal year and the ensuing fiscal years in the applicable resolution for which allocations are provided under section 633(a) of this title (3) Enforcement of social security levels in Senate After a concurrent resolution on the budget is agreed to, it shall not be in order in the Senate to consider any bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report that would cause a decrease in social security surpluses or an increase in social security deficits relative to the levels set forth in the applicable resolution for the first fiscal year or for the total of that fiscal year and the ensuing fiscal years for which allocations are provided under section 633(a) of this title (b) Social security levels (1) In general For purposes of subsection (a)(3), social security surpluses equal the excess of social security revenues over social security outlays in a fiscal year or years with such an excess and social security deficits equal the excess of social security outlays over social security revenues in a fiscal year or years with such an excess. (2) Tax treatment For purposes of subsection (a)(3), no provision of any legislation involving a change in chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 [ 26 U.S.C. 1 (c) Exception in House of Representatives Subsection (a)(1) shall not apply in the House of Representatives to any bill, joint resolution, or amendment that provides new budget authority for a fiscal year or to any conference report on any such bill or resolution, if (1) the enactment of that bill or resolution as reported; (2) the adoption and enactment of that amendment; or (3) the enactment of that bill or resolution in the form recommended in that conference report; would not cause the appropriate allocation of new budget authority made pursuant to section 633(a) of this title ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  311 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 316 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  201(b) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1055 Pub. L. 100119, title I,  106(e)(1) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 781 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388608 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10112(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 686  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Internal Revenue Code of 1986, referred to in subsec. (b)(2), is classified generally to Title 26, Internal Revenue Code. Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1332 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 1997 Pub. L. 10533 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101508,  13303(d) Pub. L. 101508,  13207(a)(1)(E) Pub. L. 101508,  13112(a)(10) (A) for fiscal year 1989 or any subsequent fiscal year, exceeds the maximum deficit amount specified for such fiscal year in section 622(7) of this title (B) for fiscal year 1988 or 1989, exceeds the amount of the estimated deficit for such fiscal year based on laws and regulations in effect on January 1 of the calendar year in which such fiscal year begins as measured using the budget baseline specified in section 901(a)(6) of this title except to the extent that paragraph (1) of section 632(i) of this title section 635(b) of this title 1987Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 100119 (A) for fiscal year 1989 or any subsequent fiscal year, exceeds the maximum deficit amount specified for such fiscal year in section 622(7) of this title (B) for fiscal year 1988 or 1989, exceeds the amount of the estimated deficit for such fiscal year based on laws and regulations in effect on January 1 of the calendar year in which such fiscal year begins as measured using the budget baseline specified in section 901(a)(6) of this title except to the extent that paragraph (1) of section 632(i) of this title section 635(b) of this title section 622(7) of this title section 632(i) of this title section 635(b) of this title 1985Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 99177 section 622(7) of this title Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 99177 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Amendment by section 13303(d) of Pub. L. 101508 Oct. 1, 1990 section 13306 of Pub. L. 101508 section 632 of this title Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246  643. Determinations and points of order (a) Budget Committee determinations For purposes of this subchapter and subchapter II, the levels of new budget authority, outlays, direct spending, new entitlement authority, and revenues for a fiscal year shall be determined on the basis of estimates made by the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives or the Senate, as applicable. (b) Discretionary spending point of order in Senate (1) In general Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, it shall not be in order in the Senate to consider any bill or resolution (or amendment, motion, or conference report on that bill or resolution) that would exceed any of the discretionary spending limits in section 251(c) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 [ 2 U.S.C. 901(c) (2) Exceptions This subsection shall not apply if a declaration of war by the Congress is in effect or if a joint resolution pursuant to section 258 of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 [ 2 U.S.C. 907a (c) Maximum deficit amount point of order in Senate It shall not be in order in the Senate to consider any concurrent resolution on the budget for a fiscal year, or to consider any amendment to that concurrent resolution, or to consider a conference report on that concurrent resolution, if (1) the level of total outlays for the first fiscal year set forth in that concurrent resolution or conference report exceeds; or (2) the adoption of that amendment would result in a level of total outlays for that fiscal year that exceeds; the recommended level of Federal revenues for that fiscal year, by an amount that is greater than the maximum deficit amount, if any, specified in the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 for that fiscal year. (d) Timing of points of order in Senate A point of order under this Act may not be raised against a bill, resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report while an amendment or motion, the adoption of which would remedy the violation of this Act, is pending before the Senate. (e) Points of order in Senate against amendments between Houses Each provision of this Act that establishes a point of order against an amendment also establishes a point of order in the Senate against an amendment between the Houses. If a point of order under this Act is raised in the Senate against an amendment between the Houses and the point of order is sustained, the effect shall be the same as if the Senate had disagreed to the amendment. (f) Effect of point of order in Senate In the Senate, if a point of order under this Act against a bill or resolution is sustained, the Presiding Officer shall then recommit the bill or resolution to the committee of appropriate jurisdiction for further consideration. ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  312 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13207(b)(1) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388618 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10113(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 687  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, referred to in subsec. (c), is title II of Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1038 section 911 of Title 42 section 661 of this title section 900 of this title section 911 of Title 42 section 621 of this title section 900 of this title This Act, referred to in subsecs. (d) to (f), means Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 section 190a3 of this title section 105 of Title 1 section 105 of Title 1 section 621 of this title Amendments 1997 Pub. L. 10533  644. Extraneous matter in reconciliation legislation (a) In general When the Senate is considering a reconciliation bill or a reconciliation resolution pursuant to section 641 of this title section 907d of this title (b) Extraneous provisions (1) (A) Except as provided in paragraph (2), a provision of a reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution considered pursuant to section 641 of this title section 641(g) of this title (2) A Senate-originated provision shall not be considered extraneous under paragraph (1)(A) if the Chairman and Ranking Minority Member of the Committee on the Budget and the Chairman and Ranking Minority Member of the Committee which reported the provision certify that: (A) the provision mitigates direct effects clearly attributable to a provision changing outlays or revenues and both provisions together produce a net reduction in the deficit; (B) the provision will result in a substantial reduction in outlays or a substantial increase in revenues during fiscal years after the fiscal years covered by the reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution; (C) a reduction of outlays or an increase in revenues is likely to occur as a result of the provision, in the event of new regulations authorized by the provision or likely to be proposed, court rulings on pending litigation, or relationships between economic indices and stipulated statutory triggers pertaining to the provision, other than the regulations, court rulings or relationships currently projected by the Congressional Budget Office for scorekeeping purposes; or (D) such provision will be likely to produce a significant reduction in outlays or increase in revenues but, due to insufficient data, such reduction or increase cannot be reliably estimated. (3) A provision reported by a committee shall not be considered extraneous under paragraph (1)(C) if (A) the provision is an integral part of a provision or title, which if introduced as a bill or resolution would be referred to such committee, and the provision sets forth the procedure to carry out or implement the substantive provisions that were reported and which fall within the jurisdiction of such committee; or (B) the provision states an exception to, or a special application of, the general provision or title of which it is a part and such general provision or title if introduced as a bill or resolution would be referred to such committee. (c) Extraneous materials Upon the reporting or discharge of a reconciliation bill or resolution pursuant to section 641 of this title (d) Conference reports When the Senate is considering a conference report on, or an amendment between the Houses in relation to, a reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution pursuant to section 641 of this title (1) a point of order being made by any Senator against extraneous material meeting the definition of subsections (b)(1)(A), (b)(1)(B), (b)(1)(D), (b)(1)(E), or (b)(1)(F), and (2) such point of order being sustained, such material contained in such conference report or amendment shall be deemed stricken, and the Senate shall proceed, without intervening action or motion, to consider the question of whether the Senate shall recede from its amendment and concur with a further amendment, or concur in the House amendment with a further amendment, as the case may be, which further amendment shall consist of only that portion of the conference report or House amendment, as the case may be, not so stricken. Any such motion in the Senate shall be debatable for two hours. In any case in which such point of order is sustained against a conference report (or Senate amendment derived from such conference report by operation of this subsection), no further amendment shall be in order. (e) General point of order Notwithstanding any other law or rule of the Senate, it shall be in order for a Senator to raise a single point of order that several provisions of a bill, resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report violate this section. The Presiding Officer may sustain the point of order as to some or all of the provisions against which the Senator raised the point of order. If the Presiding Officer so sustains the point of order as to some of the provisions (including provisions of an amendment, motion, or conference report) against which the Senator raised the point of order, then only those provisions (including provisions of an amendment, motion, or conference report) against which the Presiding Officer sustains the point of order shall be deemed stricken pursuant to this section. Before the Presiding Officer rules on such a point of order, any Senator may move to waive such a point of order as it applies to some or all of the provisions against which the point of order was raised. Such a motion to waive is amendable in accordance with the rules and precedents of the Senate. After the Presiding Officer rules on such a point of order, any Senator may appeal the ruling of the Presiding Officer on such a point of order as it applies to some or all of the provisions on which the Presiding Officer ruled. ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  313 Pub. L. 99272, title XX,  20001 Apr. 7, 1986 100 Stat. 390 Pub. L. 99509, title VII,  7006 Oct. 21, 1986 100 Stat. 1949 Pub. L. 100119, title II,  205(a) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 784  313 of Pub. L. 93344 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13214(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388621 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10113(b)(1) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 688  Editorial Notes Codification Prior to redesignation by Pub. L. 101508 section 20001 of Pub. L. 99272 Dec. 19, 1985 Amendments 1997Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10533,  10113(b)(1)(A) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 10533,  10113(b)(1)(A) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 10533,  10113(b)(1)(B) 1990 Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(2)(A) Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(1) section 20001 of Pub. L. 99272 Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101508,  13214(a)(1)(A) Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(4)(B) Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(4)(A) section 641 of this title Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(2)(B) Pub. L. 101508,  13214(a)(1)(B) section 907d of this title section 641 of this title Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(2)(B) section 636(b)(2) of this title Pub. L. 101508,  13214(a)(2) Subsec. (b)(1)(A). Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(4)(A) section 641 of this title Pub. L. 101508,  13214(a)(3) Subsec. (b)(1)(F). Pub. L. 101508,  13214(a)(4) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 101508,  13214(a)(7) Subsec. (b)(2)(C). Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(4)(C) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(4)(F) Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(4)(E) Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(4)(D) Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(4)(A) section 641 of this title Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(3) Dec. 19, 1985 Oct. 16, 1986 Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(2)(C) Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(2)(B) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 101508,  13214(b)(2)(C) Subsecs. (e) to (g). Pub. L. 101508,  13214(a)(8) 1987Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 100119,  205(a) September 30, 1992 January 2, 1988 Subsec. (d)(1)(E). Pub. L. 100119,  205(b) 1986Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 99509,  7006(b) January 2, 1988 January 2, 1987 Pub. L. 99509,  7006(c) Dec. 19, 1985 Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 99509,  7006(a)(1) Subsec. (d)(2)(A). Pub. L. 99509,  7006(a)(2) Subsec. (d)(2)(B). Pub. L. 99509,  7006(a)(3) Subsec. (d)(3). Pub. L. 99509,  7006(a)(4)  645. Adjustments (a) Adjustments After the reporting of a bill or joint resolution or the offering of an amendment thereto or the submission of a conference report thereon, the chairman of the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives or the Senate may make appropriate budgetary adjustments of new budget authority and the outlays flowing therefrom in the same amount as required by section 901(b) of this title (b) Application of adjustments The adjustments made pursuant to subsection (a) for legislation shall (1) apply while that legislation is under consideration; (2) take effect upon the enactment of that legislation; and (3) be published in the Congressional Record as soon as practicable. (c) Reporting revised suballocations Following any adjustment made under subsection (a), the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives may report appropriately revised suballocations under section 633(b) of this title (d) Emergencies in the House of Representatives (1) In the House of Representatives, if a reported bill or joint resolution, or amendment thereto or conference report thereon, contains a provision providing new budget authority and outlays or reducing revenue, and a designation of such provision as an emergency requirement pursuant to 901(b)(2)(A) 1 1 (2) (A) In the House of Representatives, a proposal to strike a designation under paragraph (1) shall be excluded from an evaluation of budgetary effects for purposes of this subchapter and subchapter II and the Rules of the House of Representatives. (B) An amendment offered under subparagraph (A) that also proposes to reduce each amount appropriated or otherwise made available by the pending measure that is not required to be appropriated or otherwise made available shall be in order at any point in the reading of the pending measure. (e) Senate point of order against an emergency designation (1) In general When the Senate is considering a bill, resolution, amendment, motion, amendment between the Houses, or conference report, if a point of order is made by a Senator against an emergency designation in that measure, that provision making such a designation shall be stricken from the measure and may not be offered as an amendment from the floor. (2) Supermajority waiver and appeals (A) Waiver Paragraph (1) may be waived or suspended in the Senate only by an affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members, duly chosen and sworn. (B) Appeals Appeals in the Senate from the decisions of the Chair relating to any provision of this subsection shall be limited to 1 hour, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the appellant and the manager of the bill or joint resolution, as the case may be. An affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members of the Senate, duly chosen and sworn, shall be required to sustain an appeal of the ruling of the Chair on a point of order raised under this subsection. (3) Definition of an emergency designation For purposes of paragraph (1), a provision shall be considered an emergency designation if it designates any item pursuant to section 901(b)(2)(A)(i) of this title (4) Form of the point of order A point of order under paragraph (1) may be raised by a Senator as provided in section 644(e) of this title (5) Conference reports When the Senate is considering a conference report on, or an amendment between the Houses in relation to, a bill, upon a point of order being made by any Senator pursuant to this section, and such point of order being sustained, such material contained in such conference report shall be deemed stricken, and the Senate shall proceed to consider the question of whether the Senate shall recede from its amendment and concur with a further amendment, or concur in the House amendment with a further amendment, as the case may be, which further amendment shall consist of only that portion of the conference report or House amendment, as the case may be, not so stricken. Any such motion in the Senate shall be debatable. In any case in which such point of order is sustained against a conference report (or Senate amendment derived from such conference report by operation of this subsection), no further amendment shall be in order. (f) Enforcement of discretionary spending caps It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives or the Senate to consider any bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report that would cause the discretionary spending limits as set forth in section 901 of this title (g) Adjustment for reemployment services and eligibility assessments (1) In general (A) Adjustments If the Committee on Appropriations of either House reports an appropriation measure for any of fiscal years 2022 through 2027 that provides budget authority for grants under section 506 of title 42 (B) Types of adjustments The adjustments referred to in this subparagraph consist of adjustments to (i) the discretionary spending limits for that fiscal year as set forth in the most recently adopted concurrent resolution on the budget; (ii) the allocations to the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives for that fiscal year under section 633(a) of this title (iii) the appropriate budget aggregates for that fiscal year in the most recently adopted concurrent resolution on the budget. (C) Enforcement The adjusted discretionary spending limits, allocations, and aggregates under this paragraph shall be considered the appropriate limits, allocations, and aggregates for purposes of congressional enforcement of this Act and concurrent budget resolutions under this Act. (D) Limitation No adjustment may be made under this subsection in excess of (i) for fiscal year 2022, $133,000,000; (ii) for fiscal year 2023, $258,000,000; (iii) for fiscal year 2024, $433,000,000; (iv) for fiscal year 2025, $533,000,000; (v) for fiscal year 2026, $608,000,000; and (vi) for fiscal year 2027, $633,000,000. (E) Definition As used in this subsection, the term additional new budget authority means the amount provided for a fiscal year, in excess of $117,000,000, in an appropriation measure or conference report (as the case may be) and specified to pay for grants to States under section 506 of title 42 (2) Report on 633(b) level Following any adjustment made under paragraph (1), the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives may report appropriately revised suballocations pursuant to section 633(b) of this title ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  314 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10114(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 688 Pub. L. 10589, title II,  201(b)(2) Nov. 19, 1997 111 Stat. 2125 Pub. L. 11225, title I,  105(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246 Pub. L. 11278, title V,  511 Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1291 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  122(10) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1176 Pub. L. 115123, div. C, title II,  30206(d) Feb. 9, 2018 132 Stat. 131  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in subsec. (g)(1)(C), is Pub. L. 115123 Feb. 9, 2018 132 Stat. 64 section 1305 of Title 42 Amendments 2018Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 115123 2013Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 11367 2011Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11225,  105(a)(1) Subsecs. (b) to (d). Pub. L. 11225,  105(a)(2) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 11278,  511(2) Pub. L. 11225,  105(a)(2) Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 11278,  511(1) 1997Subsec. (b)(6). Pub. L. 10589 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1997 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 10589 Nov. 19, 1997 section 501 of Pub. L. 10589 section 622 of Title 42  645a. Effect of adoption of special order of business in House of Representatives  For purposes of a reported bill or joint resolution considered in the House of Representatives pursuant to a special order of business, the term as reported in this subchapter or subchapter II shall be considered to refer to the text made in order as an original bill or joint resolution for the purpose of amendment or to the text on which the previous question is ordered directly to passage, as the case may be. In the case of a reported bill or joint resolution considered pursuant to a special order of business, a point of order under section 634 of this title ( Pub. L. 93344, title III,  315 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10115(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 690 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  122(11) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1176  Editorial Notes Amendments 2013 Pub. L. 11367 section 634 of this title SUBCHAPTER II FISCAL PROCEDURES Part A General Provisions  651. Budget-related legislation not subject to appropriations (a) Controls on certain budget-related legislation not subject to appropriations It shall not be in order in either the House of Representatives or the Senate to consider any bill or joint resolution (in the House of Representatives only, as reported), amendment, motion, or conference report that provides (1) new authority to enter into contracts under which the United States is obligated to make outlays; (2) new authority to incur indebtedness (other than indebtedness incurred under chapter 31 of title 31) for the repayment of which the United States is liable; or (3) new credit authority; unless that bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report also provides that the new authority is to be effective for any fiscal year only to the extent or in the amounts provided in advance in appropriation Acts. (b) Legislation providing new entitlement authority (1)  Point of order It shall not be in order in either the House of Representatives or the Senate to consider any bill or joint resolution (in the House of Representatives only, as reported), amendment, motion, or conference report that provides new entitlement authority that is to become effective during the current fiscal year. (2) If any committee of the House of Representatives or the Senate reports any bill or resolution which provides new entitlement authority which is to become effective during a fiscal year and the amount of new budget authority which will be required for such fiscal year if such bill or resolution is enacted as so reported exceeds the appropriate allocation of new budget authority reported under section 633(a) of this title (3) The Committee on Appropriations of each House shall have jurisdiction to report any bill or resolution referred to it under paragraph (2) with an amendment which limits the total amount of new spending authority provided in such bill or resolution. (c) Exceptions (1) Subsections (a) and (b) shall not apply to new authority described in those subsections if outlays from that new authority will flow (A) from a trust fund established by the Social Security Act (as in effect on July 12, 1974 42 U.S.C. 301 (B) from any other trust fund, 90 percent or more of the receipts of which consist or will consist of amounts (transferred from the general fund of the Treasury) equivalent to amounts of taxes (related to the purposes for which such outlays are or will be made) received in the Treasury under specified provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 [ 26 U.S.C. 1 (2) Subsections (a) and (b) shall not apply to new authority described in those subsections to the extent that (A) the outlays resulting therefrom are made by an organization which is (i) a mixed-ownership Government corporation (as defined in section 9101(2) of title 31 section 9101(3) of title 31 December 12, 1985 (B) the outlays resulting therefrom consist exclusively of the proceeds of gifts or bequests made to the United States for a specific purpose. (3) In the House of Representatives, subsections (a) and (b) shall not apply to new authority described in those subsections to the extent that a provision in a bill or joint resolution, or an amendment thereto or a conference report thereon, establishes prospectively for a Federal office or position a specified or minimum level of compensation to be funded by annual discretionary appropriations. ( Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  401 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 317 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  211 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1056 Pub. L. 99514,  2 Oct. 22, 1986 100 Stat. 2095 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13207(a)(1)(F) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388617 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10116(a)(1) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 690 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  122(12) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1176  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Social Security Act, referred to in subsec. (c)(1)(A), is act Aug. 14, 1935, ch. 531 49 Stat. 620 section 1305 of Title 42 The Internal Revenue Code of 1986, referred to in subsec. (c)(1)(B), is classified generally to Title 26, Internal Revenue Code. Codification In subsec. (c)(2)(A),  section 9101(2) of title 31 section 9101(3) of title 31 31 U.S.C. 856 31 U.S.C. 846 Pub. L. 97258,  4(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1067 Section was formerly classified to section 1351 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 2013Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 11367,  122(12) Subsec. (c)(3). Pub. L. 11367,  122(13) 1997 Pub. L. 10533,  10116(a)(1)(A) Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10533,  10116(a)(1)(B) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10533,  10116(a)(2)(A) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 10533,  10116(a)(2)(B) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 10533,  10116(a)(2)(C) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10533,  10116(a)(5) Pub. L. 10533,  10116(a)(3) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 10533,  10116(a)(5) Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 10533,  10116(a)(4)(A) Subsec. (d)(2), (3). Pub. L. 10533,  10116(a)(4)(B) 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101508,  13207(a)(1)(F) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 101508,  13207(a)(1)(G) 1986Subsec. (d)(1)(B). Pub. L. 99514 1985Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 99177 Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 99177 December 12, 1985 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246 Effective Date Pub. L. 93344, title IX,  905(c) July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 331 section 621 of this title section 906 of Pub. L. 93344 section 632 of this title  652. Repealed. Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10116(b) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 692   Section, Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  402 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 318 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  212 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1058 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13207(a)(1)(H) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388618  653. Analysis by Congressional Budget Office The Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall, to the extent practicable, prepare for each bill or resolution of a public character reported by any committee of the House of Representatives or the Senate (except the Committee on Appropriations of each House), and submit to such committee (1) an estimate of the costs which would be incurred in carrying out such bill or resolution in the fiscal year in which it is to become effective and in each of the 4 fiscal years following such fiscal year, together with the basis for each such estimate; (2) a comparison of the estimates of costs described in paragraph (1) with any available estimates of costs made by such committee or by any Federal agency; and (3) a description of each method for establishing a Federal financial commitment contained in such bill or resolution. The estimates, comparison, and description so submitted shall be included in the report accompanying such bill or resolution if timely submitted to such committee before such report is filed. ( Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  402 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 320 Pub. L. 97108,  2(a) Dec. 23, 1981 95 Stat. 1510 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  213 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1059 Pub. L. 1044, title I,  104 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 62 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10116(c)(1) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 692  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1353 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Prior Provisions A prior section 402 of Pub. L. 93344 section 652 of this title Pub. L. 10533 Amendments 1995Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 1044,  104(2) Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 1044,  104(1)(A) Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 1044,  104(1)(C) Pub. L. 1044,  104(1)(B) Subsec. (a)(4). Pub. L. 1044,  104(1)(C) Subsecs. (b), (c). Pub. L. 1044,  104(3) (b) For purposes of subsection (a)(2) of this section, the term local government has the same meaning as in section 6501 of title 31 (c) For purposes of subsection (a)(2) of this section, the term significant bill or resolution is defined as any bill or resolution which in the judgment of the Director of the Congressional Budget Office is likely to result in an annual cost to State and local governments of $200,000,000 or more, or is likely to have exceptional fiscal consequences for a geographic region or a particular level of government. 1985Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 99177 1981Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 97108,  2(a)(1) Subsecs. (b) and (c). Pub. L. 97108,  2(a)(7) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1995 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 1044 Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246 Effective Date of 1981 Amendment Pub. L. 97108,  2(b) Dec. 23, 1981 95 Stat. 1511 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to bills or resolutions reported by committees of the House of Representatives and the Senate after September 30, 1982 Effective Date Amendment by Pub. L. 93344 section 601(a) of this title section 905(b) of Pub. L. 93344 section 621 of this title Authorization of Appropriations Pub. L. 97108,  3 Dec. 23, 1981 95 Stat. 1511 There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this Act [amending this section and enacting provisions set out as notes under this section and section 621 of this title Expiration of Authorization Pub. L. 97108,  4 Dec. 23, 1981 95 Stat. 1511 Sept. 30, 1987 Pub. L. 97108 Pub. L. 100119, title II,  204 Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 784  654. Study by Government Accountability Office of forms of Federal financial commitment not reviewed annually by Congress  The Government Accountability Office shall study those provisions of law which provide mandatory spending and report to the Congress its recommendations for the appropriate form of financing for activities or programs financed by such provisions not later than eighteen months after December 12, 1985 ( Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  404 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  214 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1059 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10116(c)(1) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 692 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814  Editorial Notes Prior Provisions A prior section 404 of Pub. L. 93344 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10116(c)(1) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 692 Amendments 2004 Pub. L. 108271 1997 Pub. L. 10533,  10116(c)(2) section 651(c)(2) of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246  655. Off-budget agencies, programs, and activities (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, budget authority, credit authority, and estimates of outlays and receipts for activities of the Federal budget which are off-budget immediately prior to December 12, 1985 section 1105 of title 31 section 635 of this title (b) All receipts and disbursements of the Federal Financing Bank with respect to any obligations which are issued, sold, or guaranteed by a Federal agency shall be treated as a means of financing such agency for purposes of section 1105 of title 31 ( Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  405 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  214 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1059 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10116(c)(1) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 692  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in text, means Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 section 190a3 of this title section 105 of Title 1 section 105 of Title 1 section 621 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 405 of Pub. L. 93344 section 654 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246  656. Member User Group  The Speaker of the House of Representatives, after consulting with the Minority Leader of the House, may appoint a Member User Group for the purpose of reviewing budgetary scorekeeping rules and practices of the House and advising the Speaker from time to time on the effect and impact of such rules and practices. ( Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  406 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  214 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1060 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10116(c)(1) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 692  Editorial Notes Prior Provisions A prior section 406 of Pub. L. 93344 section 655 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 275(a)(1) of Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246 Part B Federal Mandates  658. Definitions For purposes of this part: (1) Agency The term agency has the same meaning as defined in section 551(1) of title 5 (2) Amount The term amount, with respect to an authorization of appropriations for Federal financial assistance, means the amount of budget authority for any Federal grant assistance program or any Federal program providing loan guarantees or direct loans. (3) Direct costs The term direct costs (A) (i) in the case of a Federal intergovernmental mandate, means the aggregate estimated amounts that all State, local, and tribal governments would be required to spend or would be prohibited from raising in revenues in order to comply with the Federal intergovernmental mandate; or (ii) in the case of a provision referred to in paragraph (5)(A)(ii), means the amount of Federal financial assistance eliminated or reduced; (B) in the case of a Federal private sector mandate, means the aggregate estimated amounts that the private sector will be required to spend in order to comply with the Federal private sector mandate; (C) shall be determined on the assumption that (i) State, local, and tribal governments, and the private sector will take all reasonable steps necessary to mitigate the costs resulting from the Federal mandate, and will comply with applicable standards of practice and conduct established by recognized professional or trade associations; and (ii) reasonable steps to mitigate the costs shall not include increases in State, local, or tribal taxes or fees; and (D) shall not include (i) estimated amounts that the State, local, and tribal governments (in the case of a Federal intergovernmental mandate) or the private sector (in the case of a Federal private sector mandate) would spend (I) to comply with or carry out all applicable Federal, State, local, and tribal laws and regulations in effect at the time of the adoption of the Federal mandate for the same activity as is affected by that Federal mandate; or (II) to comply with or carry out State, local, and tribal governmental programs, or private-sector business or other activities in effect at the time of the adoption of the Federal mandate for the same activity as is affected by that mandate; or (ii) expenditures to the extent that such expenditures will be offset by any direct savings to the State, local, and tribal governments, or by the private sector, as a result of (I) compliance with the Federal mandate; or (II) other changes in Federal law or regulation that are enacted or adopted in the same bill or joint resolution or proposed or final Federal regulation and that govern the same activity as is affected by the Federal mandate. (4) Direct savings The term direct savings, when used with respect to the result of compliance with the Federal mandate (A) in the case of a Federal intergovernmental mandate, means the aggregate estimated reduction in costs to any State, local, or tribal government as a result of compliance with the Federal intergovernmental mandate; and (B) in the case of a Federal private sector mandate, means the aggregate estimated reduction in costs to the private sector as a result of compliance with the Federal private sector mandate. (5) Federal intergovernmental mandate The term Federal intergovernmental mandate means (A) any provision in legislation, statute, or regulation that (i) would impose an enforceable duty upon State, local, or tribal governments, except (I) a condition of Federal assistance; or (II) a duty arising from participation in a voluntary Federal program, except as provided in subparagraph (B); or (ii) would reduce or eliminate the amount of authorization of appropriations for (I) Federal financial assistance that would be provided to State, local, or tribal governments for the purpose of complying with any such previously imposed duty unless such duty is reduced or eliminated by a corresponding amount; or (II) the control of borders by the Federal Government; or reimbursement to State, local, or tribal governments for the net cost associated with illegal, deportable, and excludable aliens, including court-mandated expenses related to emergency health care, education or criminal justice; when such a reduction or elimination would result in increased net costs to State, local, or tribal governments in providing education or emergency health care to, or incarceration of, illegal aliens; except that this subclause shall not be in effect with respect to a State, local, or tribal government, to the extent that such government has not fully cooperated in the efforts of the Federal Government to locate, apprehend, and deport illegal aliens; (B) any provision in legislation, statute, or regulation that relates to a then-existing Federal program under which $500,000,000 or more is provided annually to State, local, and tribal governments under entitlement authority, if the provision (i) (I) would increase the stringency of conditions of assistance to State, local, or tribal governments under the program; or (II) would place caps upon, or otherwise decrease, the Federal Governments responsibility to provide funding to State, local, or tribal governments under the program; and (ii) the State, local, or tribal governments that participate in the Federal program lack authority under that program to amend their financial or programmatic responsibilities to continue providing required services that are affected by the legislation, statute, or regulation. (6) Federal mandate The term Federal mandate means a Federal intergovernmental mandate or a Federal private sector mandate, as defined in paragraphs (5) and (7). (7) Federal private sector mandate The term Federal private sector mandate means any provision in legislation, statute, or regulation that (A) would impose an enforceable duty upon the private sector except (i) a condition of Federal assistance; or (ii) a duty arising from participation in a voluntary Federal program; or (B) would reduce or eliminate the amount of authorization of appropriations for Federal financial assistance that will be provided to the private sector for the purposes of ensuring compliance with such duty. (8) Local government The term local government has the same meaning as defined in section 6501(6) of title 31 (9) Private sector The term private sector means all persons or entities in the United States, including individuals, partnerships, associations, corporations, and educational and nonprofit institutions, but shall not include State, local, or tribal governments. (10) Regulation; rule The term regulation or rule (except with respect to a rule of either House of the Congress) has the meaning of rule as defined in section 601(2) of title 5 (11) Small government The term small government means any small governmental jurisdictions defined in section 601(5) of title 5 (12) State The term State has the same meaning as defined in section 6501(9) of title 31 (13) Tribal government The term tribal government means any Indian tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community, including any Alaska Native village or regional or village corporation as defined in or established pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act ( 85 Stat. 688 43 U.S.C. 1601 ( Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  421 Pub. L. 1044, title I,  101(a)(2) Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 50 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  122(14) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1176  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, referred to in par. (13), is Pub. L. 92203 Dec. 18, 1971 85 Stat. 688 section 1601 of Title 43 Amendments 2013Par. (5)(A)(i)(II). Pub. L. 11367 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title  658a. Exclusions This part shall not apply to any provision in a bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report before Congress that (1) enforces constitutional rights of individuals; (2) establishes or enforces any statutory rights that prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or disability; (3) requires compliance with accounting and auditing procedures with respect to grants or other money or property provided by the Federal Government; (4) provides for emergency assistance or relief at the request of any State, local, or tribal government or any official of a State, local, or tribal government; (5) is necessary for the national security or the ratification or implementation of international treaty obligations; (6) the President designates as emergency legislation and that the Congress so designates in statute; or (7) relates to the old-age, survivors, and disability insurance program under title II of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 401 ( Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  422 Pub. L. 1044, title I,  101(a)(2) Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 53  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Social Security Act, referred to in par. (7), is act Aug. 14, 1935, ch. 531 49 Stat. 620 section 1305 of Title 42 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title  658b. Duties of Congressional committees (a) In general When a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives reports a bill or joint resolution of public character that includes any Federal mandate, the report of the committee accompanying the bill or joint resolution shall contain the information required by subsections (c) and (d). (b) Submission of bills to Director When a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives orders reported a bill or joint resolution of a public character, the committee shall promptly provide the bill or joint resolution to the Director of the Congressional Budget Office and shall identify to the Director any Federal mandates contained in the bill or resolution. (c) Reports on Federal mandates Each report described under subsection (a) shall contain (1) an identification and description of any Federal mandates in the bill or joint resolution, including the direct costs to State, local, and tribal governments, and to the private sector, required to comply with the Federal mandates; (2) a qualitative, and if practicable, a quantitative assessment of costs and benefits anticipated from the Federal mandates (including the effects on health and safety and the protection of the natural environment); and (3) a statement of the degree to which a Federal mandate affects both the public and private sectors and the extent to which Federal payment of public sector costs or the modification or termination of the Federal mandate as provided under section 658d(a)(2) of this title (d) Intergovernmental mandates If any of the Federal mandates in the bill or joint resolution are Federal intergovernmental mandates, the report required under subsection (a) shall also contain (1) (A) a statement of the amount, if any, of increase or decrease in authorization of appropriations under existing Federal financial assistance programs, or of authorization of appropriations for new Federal financial assistance, provided by the bill or joint resolution and usable for activities of State, local, or tribal governments subject to the Federal intergovernmental mandates; (B) a statement of whether the committee intends that the Federal intergovernmental mandates be partly or entirely unfunded, and if so, the reasons for that intention; and (C) if funded in whole or in part, a statement of whether and how the committee has created a mechanism to allocate the funding in a manner that is reasonably consistent with the expected direct costs among and between the respective levels of State, local, and tribal government; (2) any existing sources of Federal assistance in addition to those identified in paragraph (1) that may assist State, local, and tribal governments in meeting the direct costs of the Federal intergovernmental mandates; and (3) if the bill or joint resolution would make the reduction specified in section 658(5)(B)(i)(II) of this title (e) Preemption clarification and information When a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives reports a bill or joint resolution of public character, the committee report accompanying the bill or joint resolution shall contain, if relevant to the bill or joint resolution, an explicit statement on the extent to which the bill or joint resolution is intended to preempt any State, local, or tribal law, and, if so, an explanation of the effect of such preemption. (f) Publication of statement from Director (1) In general Upon receiving a statement from the Director under section 658c of this title (2) Other publication of statement of Director If the statement is not published in the report, or if the bill or joint resolution to which the statement relates is expected to be considered by the Senate or the House of Representatives before the report is published, the committee shall cause the statement, or a summary thereof, to be published in the Congressional Record in advance of floor consideration of the bill or joint resolution. ( Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  423 Pub. L. 1044, title I,  101(a)(2) Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 53 Pub. L. 106141,  2(a) Dec. 7, 1999 113 Stat. 1699  Editorial Notes Amendments 1999Subsec. (d)(3). Pub. L. 106141 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title  658c. Duties of Director; statements on bills and joint resolutions other than appropriations bills and joint resolutions (a) Federal intergovernmental mandates in reported bills and resolutions For each bill or joint resolution of a public character reported by any committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives, the Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall prepare and submit to the committee a statement as follows: (1) Contents If the Director estimates that the direct cost of all Federal intergovernmental mandates in the bill or joint resolution will equal or exceed $50,000,000 (adjusted annually for inflation) in the fiscal year in which any Federal intergovernmental mandate in the bill or joint resolution (or in any necessary implementing regulation) would first be effective or in any of the 4 fiscal years following such fiscal year, the Director shall so state, specify the estimate, and briefly explain the basis of the estimate. (2) Estimates Estimates required under paragraph (1) shall include estimates (and brief explanations of the basis of the estimates) of (A) the total amount of direct cost of complying with the Federal intergovernmental mandates in the bill or joint resolution; (B) if the bill or resolution contains an authorization of appropriations under section 658d(a)(2)(B) of this title (C) the amount, if any, of increase in authorization of appropriations under existing Federal financial assistance programs, or of authorization of appropriations for new Federal financial assistance, provided by the bill or joint resolution and usable by State, local, or tribal governments for activities subject to the Federal intergovernmental mandates. (3) Additional flexibility information The Director shall include in the statement submitted under this subsection, in the case of legislation that makes changes as described in section 658(5)(B)(i)(II) of this title (A) if no additional flexibility is provided in the legislation, a description of whether and how the States can offset the reduction under existing law; or (B) if additional flexibility is provided in the legislation, whether the resulting savings would offset the reductions in that program assuming the States fully implement that additional flexibility. (4) Estimate not feasible If the Director determines that it is not feasible to make a reasonable estimate that would be required under paragraphs (1) and (2), the Director shall not make the estimate, but shall report in the statement that the reasonable estimate cannot be made and shall include the reasons for that determination in the statement. If such determination is made by the Director, a point of order under this part shall lie only under section 658d(a)(1) of this title section 658d(a)(1) of this title (b) Federal private sector mandates in reported bills and joint resolutions For each bill or joint resolution of a public character reported by any committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives, the Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall prepare and submit to the committee a statement as follows: (1) Contents If the Director estimates that the direct cost of all Federal private sector mandates in the bill or joint resolution will equal or exceed $100,000,000 (adjusted annually for inflation) in the fiscal year in which any Federal private sector mandate in the bill or joint resolution (or in any necessary implementing regulation) would first be effective or in any of the 4 fiscal years following such fiscal year, the Director shall so state, specify the estimate, and briefly explain the basis of the estimate. (2) Estimates Estimates required under paragraph (1) shall include estimates (and a brief explanation of the basis of the estimates) of (A) the total amount of direct costs of complying with the Federal private sector mandates in the bill or joint resolution; and (B) the amount, if any, of increase in authorization of appropriations under existing Federal financial assistance programs, or of authorization of appropriations for new Federal financial assistance, provided by the bill or joint resolution usable by the private sector for the activities subject to the Federal private sector mandates. (3) Estimate not feasible If the Director determines that it is not feasible to make a reasonable estimate that would be required under paragraphs (1) and (2), the Director shall not make the estimate, but shall report in the statement that the reasonable estimate cannot be made and shall include the reasons for that determination in the statement. (c) Legislation falling below direct costs thresholds If the Director estimates that the direct costs of a Federal mandate will not equal or exceed the thresholds specified in subsections (a) and (b), the Director shall so state and shall briefly explain the basis of the estimate. (d) Amended bills and joint resolutions; conference reports If a bill or joint resolution is passed in an amended form (including if passed by one House as an amendment in the nature of a substitute for the text of a bill or joint resolution from the other House) or is reported by a committee of conference in amended form, and the amended form contains a Federal mandate not previously considered by either House or which contains an increase in the direct cost of a previously considered Federal mandate, then the committee of conference shall ensure, to the greatest extent practicable, that the Director shall prepare a statement as provided in this subsection or a supplemental statement for the bill or joint resolution in that amended form. ( Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  424 Pub. L. 1044, title I,  101(a)(2) Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 55 Pub. L. 106141,  2(b) Dec. 7, 1999 113 Stat. 1699  Editorial Notes Amendments 1999Subsec. (a)(3), (4). Pub. L. 106141 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title  658d. Legislation subject to point of order (a) In general It shall not be in order in the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider (1) any bill or joint resolution that is reported by a committee unless the committee has published a statement of the Director on the direct costs of Federal mandates in accordance with section 658b(f) of this title section 658c(d) of this title (2) any bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report that would increase the direct costs of Federal intergovernmental mandates by an amount that causes the thresholds specified in section 658c(a)(1) of this title (A) the bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report provides new budget authority or new entitlement authority in the House of Representatives or direct spending authority in the Senate for each fiscal year for such mandates included in the bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report in an amount equal to or exceeding the direct costs of such mandate; or (B) the bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report includes an authorization for appropriations in an amount equal to or exceeding the direct costs of such mandate, and (i) identifies a specific dollar amount of the direct costs of such mandate for each year up to 10 years during which such mandate shall be in effect under the bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion or conference report, and such estimate is consistent with the estimate determined under subsection (e) for each fiscal year; (ii) identifies any appropriation bill that is expected to provide for Federal funding of the direct cost referred to under clause (i); and (iii) (I) provides that for any fiscal year the responsible Federal agency shall determine whether there are insufficient appropriations for that fiscal year to provide for the direct costs under clause (i) of such mandate, and shall (no later than 30 days after the beginning of the fiscal year) notify the appropriate authorizing committees of Congress of the determination and submit either (aa) a statement that the agency has determined, based on a re-estimate of the direct costs of such mandate, after consultation with State, local, and tribal governments, that the amount appropriated is sufficient to pay for the direct costs of such mandate; or (bb) legislative recommendations for either implementing a less costly mandate or making such mandate ineffective for the fiscal year; (II) provides for expedited procedures for the consideration of the statement or legislative recommendations referred to in subclause (I) by Congress no later than 30 days after the statement or recommendations are submitted to Congress; and (III) provides that such mandate shall (aa) in the case of a statement referred to in subclause (I)(aa), cease to be effective 60 days after the statement is submitted unless Congress has approved the agencys determination by joint resolution during the 60-day period; (bb) cease to be effective 60 days after the date the legislative recommendations of the responsible Federal agency are submitted to Congress under subclause (I)(bb) unless Congress provides otherwise by law; or (cc) in the case that such mandate that has not yet taken effect, continue not to be effective unless Congress provides otherwise by law. (b) Rule of construction The provisions of subsection (a)(2)(B)(iii) shall not be construed to prohibit or otherwise restrict a State, local, or tribal government from voluntarily electing to remain subject to the original Federal intergovernmental mandate, complying with the programmatic or financial responsibilities of the original Federal intergovernmental mandate and providing the funding necessary consistent with the costs of Federal agency assistance, monitoring, and enforcement. (c) Committee on Appropriations (1) Application The provisions of subsection (a) (A) shall not apply to any bill or resolution reported by the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate or the House of Representatives; except (B) shall apply to (i) any legislative provision increasing direct costs of a Federal intergovernmental mandate contained in any bill or resolution reported by the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate or House of Representatives; (ii) any legislative provision increasing direct costs of a Federal intergovernmental mandate contained in any amendment offered to a bill or resolution reported by the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate or House of Representatives; (iii) any legislative provision increasing direct costs of a Federal intergovernmental mandate in a conference report accompanying a bill or resolution reported by the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate or House of Representatives; and (iv) any legislative provision increasing direct costs of a Federal intergovernmental mandate contained in any amendments in disagreement between the two Houses to any bill or resolution reported by the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate or House of Representatives. (2) Certain provisions stricken in Senate Upon a point of order being made by any Senator against any provision listed in paragraph (1)(B), and the point of order being sustained by the Chair, such specific provision shall be deemed stricken from the bill, resolution, amendment, amendment in disagreement, or conference report and may not be offered as an amendment from the floor. (d) Determinations of applicability to pending legislation For purposes of this section, in the Senate, the presiding officer of the Senate shall consult with the Committee on Governmental Affairs, to the extent practicable, on questions concerning the applicability of this part to a pending bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report. (e) Determinations of Federal mandate levels For purposes of this section, in the Senate, the levels of Federal mandates for a fiscal year shall be determined based on the estimates made by the Committee on the Budget. ( Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  425 Pub. L. 1044, title I,  101(a)(2) Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 56  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on Governmental Affairs of Senate changed to Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of Senate, effective Jan. 4, 2005 Oct. 9, 2004 Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title  658e. Provisions relating to House of Representatives (a) Enforcement in House of Representatives It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider a rule or order that waives the application of section 658d of this title (b) Disposition of points of order (1) Application to House of Representatives This subsection shall apply only to the House of Representatives. (2) Threshold burden In order to be cognizable by the Chair, a point of order under section 658d of this title (3) Question of consideration As disposition of points of order under section 658d of this title (4) Debate and intervening motions A question of consideration under this section shall be debatable for 10 minutes by each Member initiating a point of order and for 10 minutes by an opponent on each point of order, but shall otherwise be decided without intervening motion except one that the House adjourn or that the Committee of the Whole rise, as the case may be. (5) Effect on amendment in order as original text The disposition of the question of consideration under this subsection with respect to a bill or joint resolution shall be considered also to determine the question of consideration under this subsection with respect to an amendment made in order as original text. ( Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  426 Pub. L. 1044, title I,  101(a)(2) Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 59  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title  658f. Requests to Congressional Budget Office from Senators  At the written request of a Senator, the Director shall, to the extent practicable, prepare an estimate of the direct costs of a Federal intergovernmental mandate contained in an amendment of such Senator. ( Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  427 Pub. L. 1044, title I,  101(a)(2) Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 59  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title  658g. Clarification of application (a) In general This part applies to any bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report that reauthorizes appropriations, or that amends existing authorizations of appropriations, to carry out any statute, or that otherwise amends any statute, only if enactment of the bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report (1) would result in a net reduction in or elimination of authorization of appropriations for Federal financial assistance that would be provided to State, local, or tribal governments for use for the purpose of complying with any Federal intergovernmental mandate, or to the private sector for use to comply with any Federal private sector mandate, and would not eliminate or reduce duties established by the Federal mandate by a corresponding amount; or (2) would result in a net increase in the aggregate amount of direct costs of Federal intergovernmental mandates or Federal private sector mandates other than as described in paragraph (1). (b) Direct costs (1) In general For purposes of this part, the direct cost of the Federal mandates in a bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report that reauthorizes appropriations, or that amends existing authorizations of appropriations, to carry out a statute, or that otherwise amends any statute, means the net increase, resulting from enactment of the bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report, in the amount described under paragraph (2)(A) over the amount described under paragraph (2)(B). (2) Amounts The amounts referred to under paragraph (1) are (A) the aggregate amount of direct costs of Federal mandates that would result under the statute if the bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report is enacted; and (B) the aggregate amount of direct costs of Federal mandates that would result under the statute if the bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report were not enacted. (3) Extension of authorization of appropriations For purposes of this section, in the case of legislation to extend authorization of appropriations, the authorization level that would be provided by the extension shall be compared to the authorization level for the last year in which authorization of appropriations is already provided. ( Pub. L. 93344, title IV,  428 Pub. L. 1044, title I,  101(a)(2) Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 59  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title SUBCHAPTER III CREDIT REFORM  661. Purposes The purposes of this subchapter are to (1) measure more accurately the costs of Federal credit programs; (2) place the cost of credit programs on a budgetary basis equivalent to other Federal spending; (3) encourage the delivery of benefits in the form most appropriate to the needs of beneficiaries; and (4) improve the allocation of resources among credit programs and between credit and other spending programs. ( Pub. L. 93344, title V,  501 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13201(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388610  Editorial Notes Prior Provisions A prior section 661, Pub. L. 93344, title VI,  606 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 325 Pub. L. 99177, title II Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1060 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 A prior section 501 of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 321 section 1102 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  5(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1068 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Short Title For short title of title V of Pub. L. 93344 section 500 of Pub. L. 93344 section 621 of this title  661a. Definitions For purposes of this subchapter (1) The term direct loan means a disbursement of funds by the Government to a non-Federal borrower under a contract that requires the repayment of such funds with or without interest. The term includes the purchase of, or participation in, a loan made by another lender and financing arrangements that defer payment for more than 90 days, including the sale of a government 1 1 (2) The term direct loan obligation means a binding agreement by a Federal agency to make a direct loan when specified conditions are fulfilled by the borrower. (3) The term loan guarantee means any guarantee, insurance, or other pledge with respect to the payment of all or a part of the principal or interest on any debt obligation of a non-Federal borrower to a non-Federal lender, but does not include the insurance of deposits, shares, or other withdrawable accounts in financial institutions. (4) The term loan guarantee commitment means a binding agreement by a Federal agency to make a loan guarantee when specified conditions are fulfilled by the borrower, the lender, or any other party to the guarantee agreement. (5) (A) The term cost means the estimated long-term cost to the Government of a direct loan or loan guarantee or modification thereof, calculated on a net present value basis, excluding administrative costs and any incidental effects on governmental receipts or outlays. (B) The cost of a direct loan shall be the net present value, at the time when the direct loan is disbursed, of the following estimated cash flows: (i) loan disbursements; (ii) repayments of principal; and (iii) payments of interest and other payments by or to the Government over the life of the loan after adjusting for estimated defaults, prepayments, fees, penalties, and other recoveries; including the effects of changes in loan terms resulting from the exercise by the borrower of an option included in the loan contract. (C) The cost of a loan guarantee shall be the net present value, at the time when the guaranteed loan is disbursed, of the following estimated cash flows: (i) payments by the Government to cover defaults and delinquencies, interest subsidies, or other payments; and (ii) payments to the Government including origination and other fees, penalties and recoveries; including the effects of changes in loan terms resulting from the exercise by the guaranteed lender of an option included in the loan guarantee contract, or by the borrower of an option included in the guaranteed loan contract. (D) The cost of a modification is the difference between the current estimate of the net present value of the remaining cash flows under the terms of a direct loan or loan guarantee contract, and the current estimate of the net present value of the remaining cash flows under the terms of the contract, as modified. (E) In estimating net present values, the discount rate shall be the average interest rate on marketable Treasury securities of similar maturity to the cash flows of the direct loan or loan guarantee for which the estimate is being made. (F) When funds are obligated for a direct loan or loan guarantee, the estimated cost shall be based on the current assumptions, adjusted to incorporate the terms of the loan contract, for the fiscal year in which the funds are obligated. (6) The term credit program account means the budget account into which an appropriation to cover the cost of a direct loan or loan guarantee program is made and from which such cost is disbursed to the financing account. (7) The term financing account means the non-budget account or accounts associated with each credit program account which holds balances, receives the cost payment from the credit program account, and also includes all other cash flows to and from the Government resulting from direct loan obligations or loan guarantee commitments made on or after October 1, 1991 (8) The term liquidating account means the budget account that includes all cash flows to and from the Government resulting from direct loan obligations or loan guarantee commitments made prior to October 1, 1991 These accounts shall be shown in the budget on a cash basis. (9) The term modification means any Government action that alters the estimated cost of an outstanding direct loan (or direct loan obligation) or an outstanding loan guarantee (or loan guarantee commitment) from the current estimate of cash flows. This includes the sale of loan assets, with or without recourse, and the purchase of guaranteed loans. This also includes any action resulting from new legislation, or from the exercise of administrative discretion under existing law, that directly or indirectly alters the estimated cost of outstanding direct loans (or direct loan obligations) or loan guarantees (or loan guarantee commitments) such as a change in collection procedures. (10) The term current has the same meaning as in section 900(c)(9) of this title (11) The term Director means the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. ( Pub. L. 93344, title V,  502 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13201(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388610 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10117(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 692  Editorial Notes Prior Provisions A prior section 502 of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 321 Pub. L. 97258,  5(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1068 Amendments 1997Par. (1). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(a)(1) Par. (5)(A). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(a)(2) Par. (5)(B), (C). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(a)(3) (B) The cost of a direct loan shall be the net present value, at the time when the direct loan is disbursed, of the following cash flows: (i) loan disbursements; (ii) repayments of principal; and (iii) payments of interest and other payments by or to the Government over the life of the loan after adjusting for estimated defaults, prepayments, fees, penalties and other recoveries. (C) The cost of a loan guarantee shall be the net present value when a guaranteed loan is disbursed of the cash flow from (i) estimated payments by the Government to cover defaults and delinquencies, interest subsidies, or other payments, and (ii) the estimated payments to the Government including origination and other fees, penalties and recoveries. Par. (5)(D). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(a)(4) Par. (5)(E). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(a)(5) Par. (5)(F). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(a)(6) Pars. (9) to (11). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(a)(7)  661b. OMB and CBO analysis, coordination, and review (a) In general For the executive branch, the Director shall be responsible for coordinating the estimates required by this subchapter. The Director shall consult with the agencies that administer direct loan or loan guarantee programs. (b) Delegation The Director may delegate to agencies authority to make estimates of costs. The delegation of authority shall be based upon written guidelines, regulations, or criteria consistent with the definitions in this subchapter. (c) Coordination with Congressional Budget Office In developing estimation guidelines, regulations, or criteria to be used by Federal agencies, the Director shall consult with the Director of the Congressional Budget Office. (d) Improving cost estimates The Director and the Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall coordinate the development of more accurate data on historical performance of direct loan and loan guarantee programs. They shall annually review the performance of outstanding direct loans and loan guarantees to improve estimates of costs. The Office of Management and Budget and the Congressional Budget Office shall have access to all agency data that may facilitate the development and improvement of estimates of costs. (e) Historical credit program costs The Director shall review, to the extent possible, historical data and develop the best possible estimates of adjustments that would convert aggregate historical budget data to credit reform accounting. (f) Administrative costs The Director and the Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall each analyze and report to Congress on differences in long-term administrative costs for credit programs versus grant programs by January 31, 1992 ( Pub. L. 93344, title V,  503 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13201(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388611  Editorial Notes Prior Provisions A prior section 503 of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 321 section 1552(a) of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  5(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1068  661c. Budgetary treatment (a) Presidents budget Beginning with fiscal year 1992, the Presidents budget shall reflect the costs of direct loan and loan guarantee programs. The budget shall also include the planned level of new direct loan obligations or loan guarantee commitments associated with each appropriations request. (b) Appropriations required Notwithstanding any other provision of law, new direct loan obligations may be incurred and new loan guarantee commitments may be made for fiscal year 1992 and thereafter only to the extent that (1) new budget authority to cover their costs is provided in advance in an appropriations Act; (2) a limitation on the use of funds otherwise available for the cost of a direct loan or loan guarantee program has been provided in advance in an appropriations Act; or (3) authority is otherwise provided in appropriation Acts. (c) Exemption for mandatory programs Subsections (b) and (e) shall not apply to a direct loan or loan guarantee program that (1) constitutes an entitlement (such as the guaranteed student loan program or the veterans home loan guaranty program); or (2) all existing credit programs of the Commodity Credit Corporation on November 5, 1990 (d) Budget accounting (1) The authority to incur new direct loan obligations, make new loan guarantee commitments, or modify outstanding direct loans (or direct loan obligations) or loan guarantees (or loan guarantee commitments) shall constitute new budget authority in an amount equal to the cost of the direct loan or loan guarantee in the fiscal year in which definite authority becomes available or indefinite authority is used. Such budget authority shall constitute an obligation of the credit program account to pay to the financing account. (2) The outlays resulting from new budget authority for the cost of direct loans or loan guarantees described in paragraph (1) shall be paid from the credit program account into the financing account and recorded in the fiscal year in which the direct loan or the guaranteed loan is disbursed or its costs altered. (3) All collections and payments of the financing accounts shall be a means of financing. (e) Modifications An outstanding direct loan (or direct loan obligation) or loan guarantee (or loan guarantee commitment) shall not be modified in a manner that increases its costs unless budget authority for the additional cost has been provided in advance in an appropriations Act. (f) Reestimates When the estimated cost for a group of direct loans or loan guarantees for a given credit program made in a single fiscal year is reestimated in a subsequent year, the difference between the reestimated cost and the previous cost estimate shall be displayed as a distinct and separately identified subaccount in the credit program account as a change in program costs and a change in net interest. There is hereby provided permanent indefinite authority for these reestimates. (g) Administrative expenses All funding for an agencys administration of a direct loan or loan guarantee program shall be displayed as distinct and separately identified subaccounts within the same budget account as the programs cost. ( Pub. L. 93344, title V,  504 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13201(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388612 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10117(b) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 693  Editorial Notes Prior Provisions A prior section 504 of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 322 Pub. L. 97258,  5(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1068 Amendments 1997Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(b)(1) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(b)(2) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(b)(3) Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(b)(4) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(b)(5)  661d. Authorizations (a) Authorization of appropriations for costs There are authorized to be appropriated to each Federal agency authorized to make direct loan obligations or loan guarantee commitments, such sums as may be necessary to pay the cost associated with such direct loan obligations or loan guarantee commitments. (b) Authorization for financing accounts In order to implement the accounting required by this subchapter, the President is authorized to establish such non-budgetary accounts as may be appropriate. (c) Treasury transactions with financing accounts The Secretary of the Treasury shall borrow from, receive from, lend to, or pay to the financing accounts such amounts as may be appropriate. The Secretary of the Treasury may prescribe forms and denominations, maturities, and terms and conditions for the transactions described above, except that the rate of interest charged by the Secretary on lending to financing accounts (including amounts treated as lending to financing accounts by the Federal Financing Bank (hereinafter in this subsection referred to as the Bank) pursuant to section 655(b) of this title section 661a(5)(E) of this title section 655(b) of this title section 661a(5)(E) of this title section 2285(c) of title 12 section 661a(5) of this title section 661c(g) of this title October 1, 1991 (d) Authorization for liquidating accounts (1) Amounts in liquidating accounts shall be available only for payments resulting from direct loan obligations or loan guarantee commitments made prior to October 1, 1991 (A) interest payments and principal repayments to the Treasury or the Federal Financing Bank for amounts borrowed; (B) disbursements of loans; (C) default and other guarantee claim payments; (D) interest supplement payments; (E) payments for the costs of foreclosing, managing, and selling collateral that are capitalized or routinely deducted from the proceeds of sales; (F) payments to financing accounts when required for modifications; (G) administrative expenses, if (i) amounts credited to the liquidating account would have been available for administrative expenses under a provision of law in effect prior to October 1, 1991 (ii) no direct loan obligation or loan guarantee commitment has been made, or any modification of a direct loan or loan guarantee has been made, since September 30, 1991 (H) such other payments as are necessary for the liquidation of such direct loan obligations and loan guarantee commitments. (2) Amounts credited to liquidating accounts in any year shall be available only for payments required in that year. Any unobligated balances in liquidating accounts at the end of a fiscal year shall be transferred to miscellaneous receipts as soon as practicable after the end of the fiscal year. (3) If funds in liquidating accounts are insufficient to satisfy obligations and commitments of such accounts, there is hereby provided permanent, indefinite authority to make any payments required to be made on such obligations and commitments. (e) Authorization of appropriations for implementation expenses There are authorized to be appropriated to existing accounts such sums as may be necessary for salaries and expenses to carry out the responsibilities under this subchapter. (f) Reinsurance Nothing in this subchapter shall be construed as authorizing or requiring the purchase of insurance or reinsurance on a direct loan or loan guarantee from private insurers. If any such reinsurance for a direct loan or loan guarantee is authorized, the cost of such insurance and any recoveries to the Government shall be included in the calculation of the cost. (g) Eligibility and assistance Nothing in this subchapter shall be construed to change the authority or the responsibility of a Federal agency to determine the terms and conditions of eligibility for, or the amount of assistance provided by a direct loan or a loan guarantee. ( Pub. L. 93344, title V,  505 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13201(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388613 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10117(c) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 694 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  122(15) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1176  Editorial Notes Prior Provisions A prior section 505 of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 322 Amendments 2013Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 11367 section 655(b) of this title 1997Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(c)(2) Pub. L. 10533,  10117(c)(1) section 655(b) of this title section 661a(5)(E) of this title section 655(b) of this title section 661a(5)(E) of this title section 2285(c) of title 12 section 661a(5) of this title section 661c(g) of this title October 1, 1991 Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 10533,  10117(c)(3)  661e. Treatment of deposit insurance and agencies and other insurance programs (a) In general This subchapter shall not apply to the credit or insurance activities of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, National Credit Union Administration, Resolution Trust Corporation, Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, National Flood Insurance, National Insurance Development Fund, Crop Insurance, or Tennessee Valley Authority. (b) Study The Director and the Director of the Congressional Budget Office shall each study whether the accounting for Federal deposit insurance programs should be on a cash basis on the same basis as loan guarantees, or on a different basis. Each Director shall report findings and recommendations to the President and the Congress on or before May 31, 1991 (c) Access to data For the purposes of subsection (b), the Office of Management and Budget and the Congressional Budget Office shall have access to all agency data that may facilitate these studies. ( Pub. L. 93344, title V,  506 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13201(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388614 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10117(d) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 695  Editorial Notes Prior Provisions A prior section 506 of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 322 section 105 of Title 1 section 105 of Title 1 Pub. L. 93344 Pub. L. 101508 Amendments 1997 Pub. L. 10533  661f. Effect on other laws (a) Effect on other laws This subchapter shall supersede, modify, or repeal any provision of law enacted prior to November 5, 1990 (b) Crediting of collections Collections resulting from direct loans obligated or loan guarantees committed prior to October 1, 1991 November 5, 1990 October 1, 1991 ( Pub. L. 93344, title V,  507 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13201(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388614 SUBCHAPTER IV BUDGET AGREEMENT ENFORCEMENT PROVISIONS  665 to 665e. Repealed. Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10118(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 695   Section 665, Pub. L. 93344, title VI,  601 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13111 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388602 Pub. L. 10366, title XIV,  14002(a) Aug. 10, 1993 107 Stat. 683  A prior section 601 of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 323 Pub. L. 97258,  5(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1068  Section 665a, Pub. L. 93344, title VI,  602 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13111 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388603 Pub. L. 103322, title XXXI,  310001(f)(1) Sept. 13, 1994 108 Stat. 2103  A prior section 602 of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 324 section 1106(a) of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  5(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1068  Section 665b, Pub. L. 93344, title VI,  603 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13111 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388605  A prior section 603 of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 324 Pub. L. 97258,  5(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1068  Section 665c, Pub. L. 93344, title VI,  604 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13111 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388605  A prior section 604 of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 324 Pub. L. 97258,  5(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1068  Section 665d, Pub. L. 93344, title VI,  605 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13111 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388606 section 642 of this title  A prior section 605 of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 325 section 1109 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  5(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1068  Section 665e, Pub. L. 93344, title VI,  606 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13111 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388606 Pub. L. 104121, title I,  103(c) Mar. 29, 1996 110 Stat. 849 Pub. L. 104193, title II,  211(d)(5)(C) Aug. 22, 1996 110 Stat. 2192  A prior section 606 of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 325 section 661 of this title Pub. L. 99177, title II,  223 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1060 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 93344, title VI,  607 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13111 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388607 Pub. L. 10366, title XIV,  14002(c)(3)(B) Aug. 10, 1993 107 Stat. 684 Pub. L. 93344 Nov. 5, 1990 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10118(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 695 CHAPTER 17B IMPOUNDMENT CONTROL    SUBCHAPTER IGENERAL PROVISIONS  Sec.  681. Disclaimer.  SUBCHAPTER IICONGRESSIONAL CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED RESCISSIONS, RESERVATIONS, AND DEFERRALS OF BUDGET AUTHORITY  682. Definitions.  683. Rescission of budget authority.  684. Proposed deferrals of budget authority.  685. Transmission of messages; publication.  686. Reports by Comptroller General.  687. Suits by Comptroller General.  688. Procedure in House of Representatives and Senate.  SUBCHAPTER IIILINE ITEM VETO  691 692. Omitted. SUBCHAPTER I GENERAL PROVISIONS  681. Disclaimer Nothing contained in this Act, or in any amendments made by this Act, shall be construed as (1) asserting or conceding the constitutional powers or limitations of either the Congress or the President; (2) ratifying or approving any impoundment heretofore or hereafter executed or approved by the President or any other Federal officer or employee, except insofar as pursuant to statutory authorization then in effect; (3) affecting in any way the claims or defenses of any party to litigation concerning any impoundment; or (4) superseding any provision of law which requires the obligation of budget authority or the making of outlays thereunder. ( Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1001 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 332  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in provision preceding par. (1), means Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 section 190a3 of this title section 105 of Title 1 section 105 of Title 1 section 621 of this title Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1400 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Chapter effective July 12, 1974 section 905(a) of Pub. L. 93344 section 621 of this title Short Title of 1996 Amendment Pub. L. 104130,  1 Apr. 9, 1996 110 Stat. 1200 Pub. L. 104130 section 691 of this title section 621 of this title section 5 of Pub. L. 104130 section 691 of this title Short Title For short title of title X of Pub. L. 93344 section 1(a) of Pub. L. 93344 section 621 of this title SUBCHAPTER II CONGRESSIONAL CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED RESCISSIONS, RESERVATIONS, AND DEFERRALS OF BUDGET AUTHORITY  682. Definitions For purposes of sections 682 to 688 of this title (1) deferral of budget authority includes (A) withholding or delaying the obligation or expenditure of budget authority (whether by establishing reserves or otherwise) provided for projects or activities; or (B) any other type of Executive action or inaction which effectively precludes the obligation or expenditure of budget authority, including authority to obligate by contract in advance of appropriations as specifically authorized by law; (2) Comptroller General means the Comptroller General of the United States; (3) rescission bill means a bill or joint resolution which only rescinds, in whole or in part, budget authority proposed to be rescinded in a special message transmitted by the President under section 683 of this title (4) impoundment resolution means a resolution of the House of Representatives or the Senate which only expresses its disapproval of a proposed deferral of budget authority set forth in a special message transmitted by the President under section 684 of this title (5) continuity of a session of the Congress shall be considered as broken only by an adjournment of the Congress sine die, and the days on which either House is not in session because of an adjournment of more than 3 days to a day certain shall be excluded in the computation of the 45-day period referred to in paragraph (3) of this section and in section 683 of this title section 683 of this title section 683 of this title ( Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1011 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 333  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1401 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877  683. Rescission of budget authority (a) Transmittal of special message Whenever the President determines that all or part of any budget authority will not be required to carry out the full objectives or scope of programs for which it is provided or that such budget authority should be rescinded for fiscal policy or other reasons (including the termination of authorized projects or activities for which budget authority has been provided), or whenever all or part of budget authority provided for only one fiscal year is to be reserved from obligation for such fiscal year, the President shall transmit to both Houses of Congress a special message specifying (1) the amount of budget authority which he proposes to be rescinded or which is to be so reserved; (2) any account, department, or establishment of the Government to which such budget authority is available for obligation, and the specific project or governmental functions involved; (3) the reasons why the budget authority should be rescinded or is to be so reserved; (4) to the maximum extent practicable, the estimated fiscal, economic, and budgetary effect of the proposed rescission or of the reservation; and (5) all facts, circumstances, and considerations relating to or bearing upon the proposed rescission or the reservation and the decision to effect the proposed rescission or the reservation, and to the maximum extent practicable, the estimated effect of the proposed rescission or the reservation upon the objects, purposes, and programs for which the budget authority is provided. (b) Requirement to make available for obligation Any amount of budget authority proposed to be rescinded or that is to be reserved as set forth in such special message shall be made available for obligation unless, within the prescribed 45-day period, the Congress has completed action on a rescission bill rescinding all or part of the amount proposed to be rescinded or that is to be reserved. Funds made available for obligation under this procedure may not be proposed for rescission again. ( Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1012 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 333 Pub. L. 100119, title II,  207 Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 786  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1402 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 1987Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 100119  684. Proposed deferrals of budget authority (a) Transmittal of special message Whenever the President, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, the head of any department or agency of the United States, or any officer or employee of the United States proposes to defer any budget authority provided for a specific purpose or project, the President shall transmit to the House of Representatives and the Senate a special message specifying (1) the amount of the budget authority proposed to be deferred; (2) any account, department, or establishment of the Government to which such budget authority is available for obligation, and the specific projects or governmental functions involved; (3) the period of time during which the budget authority is proposed to be deferred; (4) the reasons for the proposed deferral, including any legal authority invoked to justify the proposed deferral; (5) to the maximum extent practicable, the estimated fiscal, economic, and budgetary effect of the proposed deferral; and (6) all facts, circumstances, and considerations relating to or bearing upon the proposed deferral and the decision to effect the proposed deferral, including an analysis of such facts, circumstances, and considerations in terms of their application to any legal authority, including specific elements of legal authority, invoked to justify such proposed deferral, and to the maximum extent practicable, the estimated effect of the proposed deferral upon the objects, purposes, and programs for which the budget authority is provided. A special message may include one or more proposed deferrals of budget authority. A deferral may not be proposed for any period of time extending beyond the end of the fiscal year in which the special message proposing the deferral is transmitted to the House and the Senate. (b) Consistency with legislative policy Deferrals shall be permissible only (1) to provide for contingencies; (2) to achieve savings made possible by or through changes in requirements or greater efficiency of operations; or (3) as specifically provided by law. No officer or employee of the United States may defer any budget authority for any other purpose. (c) Exception The provisions of this section do not apply to any budget authority proposed to be rescinded or that is to be reserved as set forth in a special message required to be transmitted under section 683 of this title ( Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1013 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 334 Pub. L. 100119, title II,  206(a) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 785  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1403 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 1987 Pub. L. 100119  685. Transmission of messages; publication (a) Delivery to House and Senate Each special message transmitted under section 683 or 684 of this title shall be transmitted to the House of Representatives and the Senate on the same day, and shall be delivered to the Clerk of the House of Representatives if the House is not in session, and to the Secretary of the Senate if the Senate is not in session. Each special message so transmitted shall be referred to the appropriate committee of the House of Representatives and the Senate. Each such message shall be printed as a document of each House. (b) Delivery to Comptroller General A copy of each special message transmitted under section 683 or 684 of this title, shall be transmitted to the Comptroller General on the same day it is transmitted to the House of Representatives and the Senate. In order to assist the Congress in the exercise of its functions under section 683 or 684 of this title, the Comptroller General shall review each such message and inform the House of Representatives and the Senate as promptly as practicable with respect to (1) in the case of a special message transmitted under section 683 of this title (2) in the case of a special message transmitted under section 684 of this title (c) Transmission of supplementary messages If any information contained in a special message transmitted under section 683 or 684 of this title is subsequently revised, the President shall transmit to both Houses of Congress and the Comptroller General a supplementary message stating and explaining such revision. Any such supplementary message shall be delivered, referred, and printed as provided in subsection (a). The Comptroller General shall promptly notify the House of Representatives and the Senate of any changes in the information submitted by him under subsection (b) which may be necessitated by such revision. (d) Printing in Federal Register Any special message transmitted under section 683 or 684 of this title, and any supplementary message transmitted under subsection (c), shall be printed in the first issue of the Federal Register published after such transmittal. (e) Cumulative reports of proposed rescissions, reservations, and deferrals of budget authority (1) The President shall submit a report to the House of Representatives and the Senate, not later than the 10th day of each month during a fiscal year, listing all budget authority for that fiscal year with respect to which, as of the first day of such month (A) he has transmitted a special message under section 683 of this title (B) he has transmitted a special message under section 684 of this title Such report shall also contain, with respect to each such proposed rescission or deferral, or each such reservation, the information required to be submitted in the special message with respect thereto under section 683 or 684 of this title. (2) Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall be printed in the first issue of the Federal Register published after its submission. ( Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1014 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 335  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1404 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Executive Documents  Ex. Ord. No. 11845. Delegation of Certain Reporting Functions to Director of Office of Management and Budget Ex. Ord. No. 11845, Mar. 24, 1975 Sept. 9, 1987 By virtue of the authority vested in me by the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 ( Public Law 93344 88 Stat. 332 2 U.S.C. 681 section 301 of title 3 October 1, 1974 2 U.S.C. 683 2 U.S.C. 685(e)  686. Reports by Comptroller General (a) Failure to transmit special message If the Comptroller General finds that the President, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, the head of any department or agency of the United States, or any other officer or employee of the United States (1) is to establish a reserve or proposes to defer budget authority with respect to which the President is required to transmit a special message under section 683 or 684 of this title; or (2) has ordered, permitted, or approved the establishment of such a reserve or a deferral of budget authority; and that the President has failed to transmit a special message with respect to such reserve or deferral, the Comptroller General shall make a report on such reserve or deferral and any available information concerning it to both Houses of Congress. The provisions of sections 682 to 688 of this title shall apply with respect to such reserve or deferral in the same manner and with the same effect as if such report of the Comptroller General were a special message transmitted by the President under section 683 or 684 of this title, and, for purposes of sections 682 to 688 of this title, such report shall be considered a special message transmitted under section 683 or 684 of this title. (b) Incorrect classification of special message If the President has transmitted a special message to both Houses of Congress in accordance with section 683 or 684 of this title, and the Comptroller General believes that the President so transmitted the special message in accordance with one of those sections when the special message should have been transmitted in accordance with the other of those sections, the Comptroller General shall make a report to both Houses of the Congress setting forth his reasons. ( Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1015 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 336  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1405 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Reaffirmation Pub. L. 100119, title II,  206(c) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 786 Sections 1015 and 1016 of the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 [ 2 U.S.C. 686  687. Suits by Comptroller General  If, under this chapter, budget authority is required to be made available for obligation and such budget authority is not made available for obligation, the Comptroller General is hereby expressly empowered, through attorneys of his own selection, to bring a civil action in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia to require such budget authority to be made available for obligation, and such court is hereby expressly empowered to enter in such civil action, against any department, agency, officer, or employee of the United States, any decree, judgment, or order which may be necessary or appropriate to make such budget authority available for obligation. No civil action shall be brought by the Comptroller General under this section until the expiration of 25 calendar days of continuous session of the Congress following the date on which an explanatory statement by the Comptroller General of the circumstances giving rise to the action contemplated has been filed with the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1016 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 336 Pub. L. 98620, title IV,  402(35) Nov. 8, 1984 98 Stat. 3360 Pub. L. 100119, title II,  206(b) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 786  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1406 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Amendments 1987 Pub. L. 100119 1984 Pub. L. 98620 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1984 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 98620 Nov. 8, 1984 section 403 of Pub. L. 98620 section 1657 of Title 28 Reaffirmation For provision reaffirming this section, see section 206(c) of Pub. L. 100119 section 686 of this title  688. Procedure in House of Representatives and Senate (a) Referral Any rescission bill introduced with respect to a special message or impoundment resolution introduced with respect to a proposed deferral of budget authority shall be referred to the appropriate committee of the House of Representatives or the Senate, as the case may be. (b) Discharge of committee (1) If the committee to which a rescission bill or impoundment resolution has been referred has not reported it at the end of 25 calendar days of continuous session of the Congress after its introduction, it is in order to move either to discharge the committee from further consideration of the bill or resolution or to discharge the committee from further consideration of any other rescission bill with respect to the same special message or impoundment resolution with respect to the same proposed deferral, as the case may be, which has been referred to the committee. (2) A motion to discharge may be made only by an individual favoring the bill or resolution, may be made only if supported by one-fifth of the Members of the House involved (a quorum being present), and is highly privileged in the House and privileged in the Senate (except that it may not be made after the committee has reported a bill or resolution with respect to the same special message or the same proposed deferral, as the case may be); and debate thereon shall be limited to not more than 1 hour, the time to be divided in the House equally between those favoring and those opposing the bill or resolution, and to be divided in the Senate equally between, and controlled by, the majority leader and the minority leader or their designees. An amendment to the motion is not in order, and it is not in order to move to reconsider the vote by which the motion is agreed to or disagreed to. (c) Floor consideration in House (1) When the committee of the House of Representatives has reported, or has been discharged from further consideration of, a rescission bill or impoundment resolution, it shall at any time thereafter be in order (even though a previous motion to the same effect has been disagreed to) to move to proceed to the consideration of the bill or resolution. The motion shall be highly privileged and not debatable. An amendment to the motion shall not be in order, nor shall it be in order to move to reconsider the vote by which the motion is agreed to or disagreed to. (2) Debate on a rescission bill or impoundment resolution shall be limited to not more than 2 hours, which shall be divided equally between those favoring and those opposing the bill or resolution. A motion further to limit debate shall not be debatable. In the case of an impoundment resolution, no amendment to, or motion to recommit, the resolution shall be in order. It shall not be in order to move to reconsider the vote by which a rescission bill or impoundment resolution is agreed to or disagreed to. (3) Motions to postpone, made with respect to the consideration of a rescission bill or impoundment resolution, and motions to proceed to the consideration of other business, shall be decided without debate. (4) All appeals from the decisions of the Chair relating to the application of the Rules of the House of Representatives to the procedure relating to any rescission bill or impoundment resolution shall be decided without debate. (5) Except to the extent specifically provided in the preceding provisions of this subsection, consideration of any rescission bill or impoundment resolution and amendments thereto (or any conference report thereon) shall be governed by the Rules of the House of Representatives applicable to other bills and resolutions, amendments, and conference reports in similar circumstances. (d) Floor consideration in Senate (1) Debate in the Senate on any rescission bill or impoundment resolution, and all amendments thereto (in the case of a rescission bill) and debatable motions and appeals in connection therewith, shall be limited to not more than 10 hours. The time shall be equally divided between, and controlled by, the majority leader and the minority leader or their designees. (2) Debate in the Senate on any amendment to a rescission bill shall be limited to 2 hours, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the mover and the manager of the bill. Debate on any amendment to an amendment, to such a bill, and debate on any debatable motion or appeal in connection with such a bill or an impoundment resolution shall be limited to 1 hour, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the mover and the manager of the bill or resolution, except that in the event the manager of the bill or resolution is in favor of any such amendment, motion, or appeal, the time in opposition thereto, shall be controlled by the minority leader or his designee. No amendment that is not germane to the provisions of a rescission bill shall be received. Such leaders, or either of them, may, from the time under their control on the passage of a rescission bill or impoundment resolution, allot additional time to any Senator during the consideration of any amendment, debatable motion, or appeal. (3) A motion to further limit debate is not debatable. In the case of a rescission bill, a motion to recommit (except a motion to recommit with instructions to report back within a specified number of days, not to exceed 3, not counting any day on which the Senate is not in session) is not in order. Debate on any such motion to recommit shall be limited to one hour, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the mover and the manager of the concurrent resolution. In the case of an impoundment resolution, no amendment or motion to recommit is in order. (4) The conference report on any rescission bill shall be in order in the Senate at any time after the third day (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays) following the day on which such a conference report is reported and is available to Members of the Senate. A motion to proceed to the consideration of the conference report may be made even though a previous motion to the same effect has been disagreed to. (5) During the consideration in the Senate of the conference report on any rescission bill, debate shall be limited to 2 hours to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the majority leader and minority leader or their designees. Debate on any debatable motion or appeal related to the conference report shall be limited to 30 minutes, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the mover and the manager of the conference report. (6) Should the conference report be defeated, debate on any request for a new conference and the appointment of conferees shall be limited to one hour, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the manager of the conference report and the minority leader or his designee, and should any motion be made to instruct the conferees before the conferees are named, debate on such motion shall be limited to 30 minutes, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the mover and the manager of the conference report. Debate on any amendment to any such instructions shall be limited to 20 minutes, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the mover and the manager of the conference report. In all cases when the manager of the conference report is in favor of any motion, appeal, or amendment, the time in opposition shall be under the control of the minority leader or his designee. (7) In any case in which there are amendments in disagreement, time on each amendment shall be limited to 30 minutes, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the manager of the conference report and the minority leader or his designee. No amendment that is not germane to the provisions of such amendments shall be received. ( Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1017 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 337  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1407 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 SUBCHAPTER III LINE ITEM VETO  691 to 692. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Sections were omitted pursuant to section 5 of Pub. L. 104130 Section 691, Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1021 Pub. L. 104130,  2(a) Apr. 9, 1996 110 Stat. 1200 Section 691a, Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1022 Pub. L. 104130,  2(a) Apr. 9, 1996 110 Stat. 1201 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10121(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 696 Section 691b, Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1023 Pub. L. 104130,  2(a) Apr. 9, 1996 110 Stat. 1202 Section 691c, Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1024 Pub. L. 104130,  2(a) Apr. 9, 1996 110 Stat. 1202 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10121(b) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 696 Section 691d, Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1025 Pub. L. 104130,  2(a) Apr. 9, 1996 110 Stat. 1203 Section 691e, Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1026 Pub. L. 104130,  2(a) Apr. 9, 1996 110 Stat. 1207 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10122 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 697 Section 691f, Pub. L. 93344, title X,  1027 Pub. L. 104130,  2(a) Apr. 9, 1996 110 Stat. 1210 Section 692, Pub. L. 104130,  3 Apr. 9, 1996 110 Stat. 1211 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Constitutionality For information regarding the constitutionality of part C of title X of Pub. L. 93344 section 2(a) of Pub. L. 104130 Effective and Termination Dates Pub. L. 104130,  5 Apr. 9, 1996 110 Stat. 1212  This Act [enacting this subchapter and provisions set out as a note under section 681 of this title section 621 of this title (1) the day after the enactment into law, pursuant to Article I, section 7, of the Constitution of the United States, of an Act entitled An Act to provide for a seven-year plan for deficit reduction and achieve a balanced Federal budget.; or (2)  January 1, 1997 and shall have no force or effect on or after January 1, 2005 CHAPTER 18 LEGISLATIVE PERSONNEL FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS  701 to 709. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Sections 701 to 709, comprising title I of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, Pub. L. 95521 Pub. L. 101194, title II,  202 Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1724 Jan. 1, 1991 Section 701, Pub. L. 95521, title I,  101 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1824 Pub. L. 9619 June 13, 1979 93 Stat. 37 Section 702, Pub. L. 95521, title I,  102 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1825 Pub. L. 9619 June 13, 1979 93 Stat. 3943 Pub. L. 9751,  130(b) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 966 Pub. L. 98150,  10 Nov. 11, 1983 97 Stat. 962 Section 703, Pub. L. 95521, title I,  103 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1831 Pub. L. 9619 June 13, 1979 93 Stat. 40 Section 704, Pub. L. 95521, title I,  104 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1832 Pub. L. 9619,  8(a) June 13, 1979 93 Stat. 41 Section 705, Pub. L. 95521, title I,  105 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1833 Section 706, Pub. L. 95521, title I,  106 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1833 Section 707, Pub. L. 95521, title I,  107 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1834 Pub. L. 9619,  9(d) June 13, 1979 93 Stat. 42 Pub. L. 99514,  2 Oct. 22, 1986 100 Stat. 2095 Section 708, Pub. L. 95521, title I,  108 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1835 Pub. L. 9619,  9(t) June 13, 1979 93 Stat. 44 Section 709, Pub. L. 95521, title I,  109 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1836 CHAPTER 19 CONGRESSIONAL AWARD PROGRAM    SUBCHAPTER ICONGRESSIONAL AWARD PROGRAM  Sec.  801. Establishment, etc., of Congressional Award Board.  802. Program.  803. Board organization.  804. Administration.  805. Regional award directors of program; appointment criteria.  806. Powers, functions, and limitations.  807. Audits.  808. Termination.  SUBCHAPTER IICONGRESSIONAL RECOGNITION FOR EXCELLENCE IN ARTS EDUCATION  811 817c. Omitted. SUBCHAPTER I CONGRESSIONAL AWARD PROGRAM  801. Establishment, etc., of Congressional Award Board  There is established a board to be known as the Congressional Award Board (hereinafter in this subchapter referred to as the Board), which shall be responsible for administering the Congressional Award Program described under section 802 of this title ( Pub. L. 96114, title I,  101 Nov. 16, 1979 93 Stat. 851 Pub. L. 106533,  1(b)(1) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2553  Editorial Notes Amendments 2000 Pub. L. 106533,  1(b)(3)(A) Pub. L. 106533,  1(b)(3)(B) section 802 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Short Title of 2018 Amendment Pub. L. 115268,  1 Oct. 11, 2018 132 Stat. 3762 This Act [amending section 808 of this title section 808 of this title Short Title of 2013 Amendment Pub. L. 11343,  1 Oct. 4, 2013 127 Stat. 554 This Act [amending section 808 of this title section 808 of this title Short Title of 2010 Amendment Pub. L. 111200,  1 July 7, 2010 124 Stat. 1368 This Act [amending sections 802 to 804, 806, and 808 of this title and enacting provisions set out as a note under section 808 of this title Short Title of 1992 Amendment Pub. L. 102457,  1 Oct. 23, 1992 106 Stat. 2265 This Act [amending sections 804 and 808 of this title] may be cited as the Congressional Award Act Amendments of 1992. Short Title of 1990 Amendment Pub. L. 101525,  1 Nov. 6, 1990 104 Stat. 2305 This Act [amending sections 802, 803, and 806 to 808 of this title and enacting provisions set out as a note under section 808 of this title Short Title of 1988 Amendment Pub. L. 100674,  1 Nov. 17, 1988 102 Stat. 3996 This Act [amending sections 802, 803, and 806 to 808 of this title and enacting provisions set out as a note under section 803 of this title Short Title of 1985 Amendment Pub. L. 99161,  1 Nov. 25, 1985 99 Stat. 934 This Act [amending sections 802, 803, and 806 to 808 of this title and repealing provisions set out as a note under section 803 of this title Short Title Pub. L. 96114, title II,  201 Pub. L. 106533,  1(a) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2545 This title [enacting subchapter II of this chapter] may be cited as the Congressional Recognition for Excellence in Arts Education Act. Pub. L. 96114,  1 Nov. 16, 1979 93 Stat. 851 This Act [enacting this chapter] may be cited as the Congressional Award Act.  802. Program (a) Establishment, functions, and purposes; nature of awards The Board shall establish and administer a program to be known as the Congressional Award Program, which shall be designed to promote initiative, achievement, and excellence among youths in the areas of public service, personal development, and physical and expedition fitness. Under the program medals shall be awarded to young people within the United States, aged fourteen through twenty-three (subject to such exceptions as the Board may prescribe), who have satisfied the standards of achievement established by the Board under subsection (b) of this section. Each medal shall consist of gold-plate over bronze, rhodium over bronze, or bronze and shall be struck in accordance with subsection (f). (b) Implementation requirements for Board In carrying out the Congressional Award Program, the Board shall (1) establish the standards of achievement required for young people to qualify as recipients of the medals and establish such procedures as may be required to verify that individuals satisfy such qualifications; (2) designate the recipients of the medals in accordance with the standards established under paragraph (1) of this subsection; (3) delineate such roles as the Board considers to be appropriate for the Director and Regional Directors in administering the Congressional Award, and set forth in the bylaws of the Board the duties, salaries, and benefits of the Director and Regional Directors; (4) raise funds for the operation of the program; and (5) take such other actions as may be appropriate for the administration of the Congressional Award Program. No salary established by the Board shall exceed $75,000 per annum, except that for calendar years after 1986, such limit shall be increased in proportion to increases in the Consumer Price Index. (c) Presentation of awards The Board shall arrange for the presentation of the awards to the recipients and shall provide for participation by Members of Congress in such presentation, when appropriate. To the extent possible, recipients shall be provided with opportunities to exchange information and views with Members of Congress in connection with the presentation of the awards. (d) Scholarships for recipients of Congressional Award Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals The Board may award scholarships in such amounts as the Board determines to be appropriate to any recipient of the Congressional Award Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals. (e) Omitted (f) Congressional Award Program medals (1) Design and striking The Secretary of the Treasury shall strike the medals described in subsection (a) and awarded by the Board under this chapter. Subject to subsection (a), the medals shall be of such quantity, design, and specifications as the Secretary of the Treasury may determine, after consultation with the Board. (2) National medals The medals struck pursuant to this chapter are National medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31. (3) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be charged against the Numismatic Public Enterprise Fund such amounts as may be necessary to pay for the cost of the medals struck pursuant to this chapter. ( Pub. L. 96114, title I,  102 Nov. 16, 1979 93 Stat. 851 Pub. L. 99161,  4(a) Nov. 25, 1985 99 Stat. 934 Pub. L. 100674,  2(a) Nov. 17, 1988 102 Stat. 3996 Pub. L. 101525,  3 Nov. 6, 1990 104 Stat. 2305 Pub. L. 103329, title VI,  637 Sept. 30, 1994 108 Stat. 2431 Pub. L. 10663,  1(a) Oct. 1, 1999 113 Stat. 510 Pub. L. 106533,  1(b)(1) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2553 Pub. L. 111200,  2(a) July 7, 2010 124 Stat. 1368  Editorial Notes Codification Subsection (e), which required the Board to submit an annual report to Congress on the activities of the Congressional Award Program, terminated, effective May 15, 2000 section 3003 of Pub. L. 10466 section 1113 of Title 31 Amendments 2010Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 111200,  2(a)(1) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 111200,  2(a)(2) 2000Subsec. (e)(3). Pub. L. 106533,  1(b)(4)(A) section 804(g)(1) of this title Subsec. (e)(4). Pub. L. 106533,  1(b)(4)(B) section 806 of this title 1999Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 10663 1994Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 103329,  637(1) Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 103329,  637(2) 1990Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 101525 1988Subsec. (e)(6) to (8). Pub. L. 100674 1985Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 99161,  4(a) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 99161,  4(b) Subsec. (e)(4). Pub. L. 99161,  4(c) section 806(g)(1) of this title  803. Board organization (a) Membership; composition; appointment criteria; derivation of appointment (1) The Board shall consist of 25 members, as follows: (A) Six members appointed by the majority leader of the Senate, 1 of whom shall be a recipient of the Congressional Award. (B) Six members appointed by the minority leader of the Senate, 1 of whom shall be a local Congressional Award program volunteer. (C) Six members appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, 1 of whom shall be a local Congressional Award program volunteer. (D) Six members appointed by the minority leader of the House of Representatives, 1 of whom shall be a recipient of the Congressional Award. (E) The Director of the Board, who shall serve as a nonvoting member. (2) In making appointments to the Board, the congressional leadership shall consider recommendations submitted by any interested party, including any member of the Board. One of the members appointed under each of subparagraphs (A) through (D) of paragraph (1) shall be a member of the Congress. (3) Individuals appointed to the Board shall have an interest in one or more of the fields of concern of the Congressional Award Program. (4) For the purpose of determining the derivation of the appointment of any person appointed to the Board under this section, if there is a change in the status of majority and minority between the parties of the House or the Senate, each person appointed under this section shall be deemed to have been appointed by the leadership position set out in subsection (a)(1) of the party of the individual who made the initial appointment of such person. (b) Terms of appointed members; reappointment (1) Appointed members of the Board shall continue to serve at the pleasure of the officer by whom they are appointed, and (unless reappointed under paragraph (2)) shall serve for a term of 4 years. (2) (A) Subject to the limitations in subparagraph (B), members of the Board may be reappointed, except that no member may serve more than 2 full consecutive terms. Members may be reappointed to 2 full consecutive terms after being appointed to fill a vacancy on the Board. (B) Members of the Board shall not be subject to the limitation on reappointment in subparagraph (A) during their period of service as Chairman of the Board and may be reappointed to an additional full term after termination of such Chairmanship. (3) (A) Notwithstanding paragraph (1) or (2), the term of each member of the Board shall begin on October 1 of the even numbered year which would otherwise apply with one-half of the Board positions having terms which begin in each even numbered year. (B) Subparagraph (A) shall apply to appointments made to the Board on or after July 7, 2010 (c) Vacancies in membership (1) Any vacancy in the Board shall be filled in the same manner in which the original appointment was made. (2) Any appointed member of the Board may continue to serve after the expiration of his term until his successor has taken office. (3) Vacancies in the membership of the Board shall not affect its power to function if there remain sufficient members to constitute a quorum under subsection (d) of this section. (d) Notice; quorum (1) A meeting of the Board may be convened only if (A) notice of the meeting was provided to each member in accordance with the bylaws; and (B) not less than 11 members are present for the meeting at the time given in the notice. (2) A majority of the members present when a meeting is convened shall constitute a quorum for the remainder of the meeting. (e) Compensation for travel expenses of members Members of the Board shall serve without pay but may be compensated for reasonable travel expenses incurred by them in the performance of their duties as members of the Board. (f) Meetings The Board shall meet at least twice a year at the call of the Chairman (with at least one meeting in the District of Columbia) and at such other times as the Chairman may determine to be appropriate. The Chairman shall call a meeting of the Board whenever one-third of the members of the Board submit written requests for such a meeting. (g) Chairman and Vice Chairman The Chairman and the Vice Chairman of the Board shall be elected from among the members of the Board by a majority vote of the Board for such terms as the Board determines. The Vice Chairman shall perform the duties of the Chairman in his absence. (h) Appointment, functions, etc., of committees; membership (1) The Board may appoint such committees, and assign to the committees such functions, as may be appropriate to assist the Board in carrying out its duties under this chapter. Members of such committees may include the members of the Board or such other qualified individuals as the Board may select. (2) Any employee or officer of the Federal Government may serve as a member of a committee created by the Board, but may not receive compensation for services performed for such a committee. (i) Bylaws and regulations; contents; transmittal to Congress The Board shall establish such bylaws and other regulations as may be appropriate to enable the Board to carry out its functions under this chapter. Such bylaws and other regulations shall include provisions to prevent any conflict of interest, or the appearance of any conflict of interest, in the procurement and employment actions taken by the Board or by any officer or employee of the Board. Such bylaws shall include appropriate fiscal control, funds accountability, and operating principles to ensure compliance with the provisions of section 806 of this title November 25, 1985 (j) Removal from Board Any member of the Board who fails to attend 4 consecutive Board meetings scheduled pursuant to the bylaws of the Board and for which proper notice has been given under such bylaws, or to send a designee of such member (approved in advance by the Board under provisions of its bylaws), is, by operation of this subsection, removed, for cause, from the Board as of the date of the last meeting from which they are absent. The Chairman of the Board shall take such steps as are necessary to inform members who have 3 absences of this subsection. The Chairman shall notify the House and the Senate, including the appropriate committees of each body, whenever there is a vacancy created by the operation of this subsection. ( Pub. L. 96114, title I,  103 Nov. 16, 1979 93 Stat. 852 Pub. L. 9833,  1 May 25, 1983 97 Stat. 194 Pub. L. 99161 Nov. 25, 1985 99 Stat. 934 Pub. L. 100674,  2(b) Nov. 17, 1988 102 Stat. 3996 Pub. L. 101525 Nov. 6, 1990 104 Stat. 2305 Pub. L. 10663,  1(b) Oct. 1, 1999 113 Stat. 510 Pub. L. 106533,  1(b)(1) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2553 Pub. L. 109143,  1(c)(1) Dec. 22, 2005 119 Stat. 2659 Pub. L. 111200,  2(b) July 7, 2010 124 Stat. 1368  Editorial Notes Amendments 2010Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 111200 2005Subsec. (a)(1)(B), (C). Pub. L. 109143,  1(c)(1)(A) Subsec. (b)(3)(B). Pub. L. 109143,  1(c)(1)(B) 2000Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 106533,  1(b)(5) section 806 of this title 1999Subsec. (a)(1)(A). Pub. L. 10663,  1(b)(1) Subsec. (a)(1)(B), (C). Pub. L. 10663,  1(b)(2) Subsec. (a)(1)(D). Pub. L. 10663,  1(b)(1) 1990Subsec. (a)(4). Pub. L. 101525,  4 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 101525,  5 Subsec. (j). Pub. L. 101525,  6 1988Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 100674,  2(b)(1) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 100674,  2(b)(2) 1985Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 99161,  2(1) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 99161,  2(2) March 31, 1983 Subsec. (c)(2) to (4). Pub. L. 99161,  2(3) Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 99161,  4(d) Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 99161,  4(e) section 806 of this title 1983Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 9833,  1(a)(1) Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 9833,  1(a)(3) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 9833,  1(b) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Transition Provisions Pub. L. 100674,  3 Nov. 17, 1988 102 Stat. 3998 Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Nov. 17, 1988 2 U.S.C. 803(a) Exceptional Terms for Certain Board Members Pub. L. 9833,  2 May 25, 1983 97 Stat. 195 Pub. L. 99161,  5 Nov. 25, 1985 99 Stat. 936  804. Administration (a) Director; status; appointment and term; removal In the administration of the Congressional Award Program, the Board shall be assisted by a Director, who shall be the principal executive of the program and who shall supervise the affairs of the Board. The Director shall be appointed by a majority vote of the Board, and shall serve for such term as the Board may determine. The Director may be removed by a majority vote of the Board. (b) Functions of Director The Director shall, in consultation with the Board (1) formulate programs to carry out the policies of the Congressional Award Program; (2) establish such divisions within the Congressional Award Program as may be appropriate; and (3) employ and provide for the compensation of such personnel as may be necessary to carry out the Congressional Award Program, subject to such policies as the Board shall prescribe under its bylaws. (c) Requirements regarding financial operations; noncompliance with requirements (1) The Director shall, in consultation with the Board, ensure that appropriate policies and procedures for fiscal control and accounting are established for the financial operations of the Congressional Award Program, and that such operations are administered by personnel with expertise in accounting and financial management. Such personnel may be retained under contract. In carrying out this paragraph, the Director shall ensure that the liabilities of the Board do not in any fiscal year exceed the assets of the Board. (2) (A) The independent public accountant conducting the annual audit of the financial records of the Board pursuant to section 807(a) of this title section 807(b) of this title (B) If the Director fails to substantially comply with paragraph (1), the Board shall instruct the Director to take such actions as may be necessary to correct such deficiencies, and shall remove and replace the Director if such deficiencies are not promptly corrected. ( Pub. L. 96114, title I,  104 Nov. 16, 1979 93 Stat. 853 Pub. L. 102457,  2 Oct. 23, 1992 106 Stat. 2265 Pub. L. 104208, div. A, title V,  5401(a) Sept. 30, 1996 110 Stat. 3009511 Pub. L. 10663,  1(c) Oct. 1, 1999 113 Stat. 510 Pub. L. 106533,  1(b)(1) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2553 Pub. L. 109143,  1(a) Dec. 22, 2005 119 Stat. 2659 Pub. L. 111200,  2(c) July 7, 2010 124 Stat. 1369 Pub. L. 113188, title IX,  902(c)(2) Nov. 26, 2014 128 Stat. 2021  Editorial Notes Amendments 2014Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 113188,  902(c)(2)(A) Subsec. (c)(2)(A). Pub. L. 113188,  902(c)(2)(B) section 807(a) of this title 2010Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 111200,  2(c)(1) Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 111200,  2(c)(2) (2)(A) The Comptroller General of the United States shall determine, for calendar years 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009, whether the Director has substantially complied with paragraph (1). The findings made by the Comptroller General under the preceding sentence shall be included in the first report submitted under section 807(b) of this title December 31, 1994 (B) If the Director fails to substantially comply with paragraph (1), the Board shall take such actions as may be necessary to prepare, pursuant to section 808 of this title 2005Subsec. (c)(2)(A). Pub. L. 109143 1999Subsec. (c)(2)(A). Pub. L. 10663 1996Subsec. (c)(2)(A). Pub. L. 104208 1992Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 102457 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2014 Amendment Pub. L. 113188, title IX,  902(c)(3) Nov. 26, 2014 128 Stat. 2022 The amendments made by this subsection [amending this section and section 807 of this title October 1, 2014  805. Regional award directors of program; appointment criteria  Regional award directors may be appointed by the Board, upon recommendation of the Director, for any State or other appropriate geographic area of the United States. The Director shall make such recommendations with respect to a State or geographic area only after soliciting recommendations regarding such appointments from public and private youth organizations within such State or geographic area. ( Pub. L. 96114, title I,  105 Nov. 16, 1979 93 Stat. 853 Pub. L. 106533,  1(b)(1) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2553  806. Powers, functions, and limitations (a) General operating and expenditure authority Subject to such limitations as may be provided for under this section, the Board may take such actions and make such expenditures as may be necessary to carry out the Congressional Award Program, except that (1) the Board shall carry out its functions and make expenditures with (A) such resources as are available to the Board from sources other than the Federal Government; and (B) funds awarded in any grant program administered by a Federal agency in accordance with the law establishing that grant program. (2) the Board shall not take any actions which would disqualify the Board from treatment (for tax purposes) as an organization described in section 501(c)(3) of title 26 (b) Mandatory functions (1) The Board shall establish such functions and procedures as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter. (2) The functions established by the Board under paragraph (1) shall include (A) communication with local Congressional Award Councils concerning the Congressional Award Program; (B) provision, upon the request of any local Congressional Award Council, of such technical assistance as may be necessary to assist such council with its responsibilities, including the provision of medals, the preparation and provision of applications, guidance on disposition of applications, arrangements with respect to local award ceremonies, and other responsibilities of such council; (C) conduct of outreach activities to establish new local Congressional Award Councils, particularly in inner-city areas and rural areas; (D) in addition to those activities authorized under subparagraph (C), conduct of outreach activities to encourage, where appropriate, the establishment and development of Statewide Congressional Award Councils; (E) fundraising; (F) conduct of an annual Gold Medal Awards ceremony in the District of Columbia; (G) consideration of implementation of the provisions of this chapter relating to scholarships; and (H) carrying out of duties relating to management of the national office of the Congressional Award Program, including supervision of office personnel and of the office budget. (c) Statewide Congressional Award Councils; establishment, purposes, duties, etc. (1) In carrying out its functions with respect to Statewide Congressional Award Councils (hereinafter in this subsection referred to as Statewide Councils) under subsection (b), the Board shall develop guidelines, criteria, and standards for the formation of Statewide Councils. In order to create a Statewide Council, Members of Congress and Senators from each respective State are encouraged to work jointly with the Board. (2) The establishment of Statewide Councils is intended to (A) facilitate expanded public participation and involvement in the program; and (B) promote greater opportunities for involvement by members of the State congressional delegation. (3) The duties and responsibilities of each Statewide Council established pursuant to this section shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (A) promoting State and local awareness of the Congressional Award Program; (B) review of participant records and activities; (C) review and verification of information on, and recommendation of, candidates to the national board for approval; (D) planning and organization of bronze and silver award ceremonies; (E) assisting gold award recipients with travel to and from the national gold award ceremony; and (F) designation of a Statewide coordinator to serve as a liaison between the State and local boards and the national board. (4) Each Statewide Council established under this section may receive contributions, and use such contributions for the purposes of the Program. The Board shall adopt appropriate financial management methods in order to ensure the proper accounting of these funds. Each Statewide Council shall comply with subsections (a), (d), (e), and (h) governing the Board. (5) Each Statewide Council established pursuant to this section shall comply with the standard charter requirements of the national board of directors. (d) Contracting authority The Board may enter into and perform such contracts as may be appropriate to carry out its business, but the Board may not enter into any contract which would obligate the Board to expend an amount greater than the amount available to the Board for the purpose of such contract during the fiscal year in which the expenditure is to be made. (e) Obtaining and acceptance of non-Federal funds and resources; indirect resources (1) Subject to the provisions of paragraph (2), the Board may seek and accept funds and other resources to carry out its activities. The Board may not accept any funds or other resources which are (A) donated with a restriction on their use unless such restriction merely provides that such funds or other resources be used in furtherance of the Congressional Award Program or a specific regional or local program or for scholarships; and (B) donated subject to the condition that the identity of the donor of the funds or resources shall remain anonymous. The Board may permit donors to use the name of the Board or the name Congressional Award Program in advertising. (2) Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, the Board may not receive any Federal funds or resources. The Board may benefit from in-kind and indirect resources provided by Offices of Members of Congress or the Congress. Further, the Board is not prohibited from receiving indirect benefits from efforts or activities undertaken in collaboration with entities which receive Federal funds or resources. (f) Acceptance and utilization of services of voluntary, uncompensated personnel The Board may accept and utilize the services of voluntary, uncompensated personnel. (g) Lease, etc., of real or personal property The Board may lease (or otherwise hold), acquire, or dispose of real or personal property necessary for, or relating to, the duties of the Board. (h) Fiscal authority The Board shall have no power (1) to issue bonds, notes, debentures, or other similar obligations creating long-term indebtedness; (2) to issue any share of stock or to declare or pay any dividends; or (3) to provide for any part of the income or assets of the Board to inure to the benefit of any director, officer, or employee of the Board except as reasonable compensation for services or reimbursement for expenses. (i) Congressional Award Foundation (1) The Board shall provide for the incorporation of a nonprofit corporation to be known as the Congressional Award Foundation (together with any subsidiary nonprofit corporations determined desirable by the Board, collectively referred to in this subchapter as the Corporation) for the sole purpose of assisting the Board to carry out the Congressional Award Program, and shall delegate to the Corporation such duties as it considers appropriate, including the employment of personnel, expenditure of funds, and the incurrence of financial or other contractual obligations. (2) The articles of incorporation of the Congressional Award Foundation shall provide that (A) the members of the Board of Directors of the Foundation shall be the members of the Board, with up to 24 additional voting members appointed by the Board, and the Director who shall serve as a nonvoting member; and (B) the extent of the authority of the Foundation shall be the same as that of the Board. (3) No director, officer, or employee of any corporation established under this subsection may receive compensation, travel expenses, or benefits from both the Corporation and the Board. ( Pub. L. 96114, title I,  106 Nov. 16, 1979 93 Stat. 854 Pub. L. 99161,  4(f) Nov. 25, 1985 99 Stat. 935 Pub. L. 99514,  2 Oct. 22, 1986 100 Stat. 2095 Pub. L. 100674,  2(c) Nov. 17, 1988 102 Stat. 3996 Pub. L. 101525,  7 Nov. 6, 1990 104 Stat. 2306 Pub. L. 106533,  1(b)(1) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2553 Pub. L. 111200,  2(d) July 7, 2010 124 Stat. 1369  Editorial Notes Amendments 2010Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 111200,  2(d) Subsec. (c)(4). Pub. L. 111200,  2(e) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 111200,  2(f)(1) Subsec. (e)(1)(A). Pub. L. 111200,  2(f)(2) Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 111200,  2(g) (1) The Board shall provide for the establishment of a private nonprofit corporation for the sole purpose of assisting the Board to carry out the Congressional Award Program, and shall delegate to the corporation such duties as it considers appropriate. (2) The articles of incorporation of the corporation established under this subsection shall provide that (A) the members of the Board of Directors of the corporation shall be the members of the Board, and the Director of the corporation shall be the Director of the Board; and (B) the extent of the authority of the corporation shall be the same as that of the Board. (3) No director, officer, or employee of any corporation established under this subsection may receive compensation, travel expenses, or benefits from both the corporation and the Board. 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101525,  7(a) Subsec. (b)(2)(C). Pub. L. 101525,  7(b)(1)(A) Subsec. (b)(2)(D), (E). Pub. L. 101525,  7(b)(1)(B) Subsec. (b)(2)(F). Pub. L. 101525,  7(b)(1)(B) Subsec. (b)(2)(G), (H). Pub. L. 101525,  7(b)(1)(B) Subsecs. (c), (d). Pub. L. 101525,  7(b)(2) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 101525,  7(b)(2) (1) donated with a restriction on their use unless such restriction merely provides that such funds or other resources be used in furtherance of the Congressional Award Program; or (2) donated subject to the condition that the identity of the donor of the funds or resources shall remain anonymous. The Board may permit donors to use the name of the Board or the name Congressional Award Program in advertising. Former subsec. (e) redesignated (f). Subsecs. (f) to (i). Pub. L. 101525,  7(b)(2) 1988 Pub. L. 100674,  2(c)(1) Subsecs. (b) to (h). Pub. L. 100674,  2(c)(2) 1986Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 99514 1985Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 99161  807. Audits (a) Contracts with independent public accountant The Board shall enter into a contract with an independent public accountant to conduct an annual audit in accordance with generally accepted government auditing standards, of the financial records of the Board and of any corporation established under section 806(i) of this title (b) Annual report to Congress on audit results Not later than May 15 of each calendar year, the Board shall submit to appropriate officers, committees, and subcommittees of Congress and to the Comptroller General of the United States a report on the results of the most recent audit conducted pursuant to this section, and shall include in the report information on any such additional areas as the independent public accountant who conducted the audit determines deserve or require evaluation. (c) Review by the Comptroller General of annual audit (1) The Comptroller General of the United States shall review each annual audit conducted under subsection (a). (2) For purposes of a review under paragraph (1), the Comptroller General, or any duly authorized representative of the Comptroller General, shall have access to any books, documents, papers, and records of the Board or such corporation, or any agent of the Board or such corporation, including the independent external auditor designated under subsection (a), which, in the opinion of the Comptroller General, may be pertinent. (3) Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Comptroller General receives a report under subsection (b), the Comptroller General shall submit to Congress a report containing the results of the review conducted under paragraph (1) with respect to the preceding year. ( Pub. L. 96114, title I,  107 Nov. 16, 1979 93 Stat. 855 Pub. L. 99161,  4(g) Nov. 25, 1985 99 Stat. 935 Pub. L. 100674,  2(e) Nov. 17, 1988 102 Stat. 3998 Pub. L. 101525,  8 Nov. 6, 1990 104 Stat. 2308 Pub. L. 106533,  1(b)(1) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2553 Pub. L. 113188, title IX,  902(c)(1) Nov. 26, 2014 128 Stat. 2021  Editorial Notes Amendments 2014 Pub. L. 113188 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101525,  8(1) section 806(i) of this title section 806(h) of this title Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 101525,  8(2) Subsecs. (c), (d). Pub. L. 101525,  8(2) Nov. 25, 1985 Nov. 25, 1985 May 15, 1988 1988Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 100674 1985 Pub. L. 99161,  4(g)(1) Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 99161,  4(g)(2) Subsecs. (b) to (d). Pub. L. 99161,  4(g)(5) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2014 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 113188 Oct. 1, 2014 section 902(c)(3) of Pub. L. 113188 section 804 of this title  808. Termination  The Board shall terminate October 1, 2023 ( Pub. L. 96114, title I,  108 Nov. 16, 1979 93 Stat. 855 Pub. L. 99161,  3 Nov. 25, 1985 99 Stat. 934 Pub. L. 100674,  2(d) Nov. 17, 1988 102 Stat. 3997 Pub. L. 101525,  2(a) Nov. 6, 1990 104 Stat. 2305 Pub. L. 102457,  3 Oct. 23, 1992 106 Stat. 2266 Pub. L. 104208, div. A, title V,  5401(b) Sept. 30, 1996 110 Stat. 3009511 Pub. L. 10663,  1(d) Oct. 1, 1999 113 Stat. 510 Pub. L. 106533,  1(b)(1) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2553 Pub. L. 109143,  1(b)(1) Dec. 22, 2005 119 Stat. 2659 Pub. L. 111200,  2(h)(1) July 7, 2010 124 Stat. 1370 Pub. L. 11343,  2 Oct. 4, 2013 127 Stat. 554 Pub. L. 115268,  2(a) Oct. 11, 2018 132 Stat. 3762  Editorial Notes Amendments 2018 Pub. L. 115268 October 1, 2023 October 1, 2018 2013 Pub. L. 11343 October 1, 2018 October 1, 2013 2010 Pub. L. 111200 October 1, 2013 October 1, 2009 2005 Pub. L. 109143 October 1, 2009 October 1, 2004 1999 Pub. L. 10663 October 1, 2004 October 1, 1999 1996 Pub. L. 104208 1992 Pub. L. 102457 1990 Pub. L. 101525 Nov. 15, 1989 1988 Pub. L. 100674 November 16, 1988 section 806(g) of this title 1985 Pub. L. 99161 November 16, 1988 November 16, 1979 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Pub. L. 115268,  2(b) Oct. 11, 2018 132 Stat. 3762 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect on October 1, 2018 Effective Date of 2013 Amendment Pub. L. 11343,  3 Oct. 4, 2013 127 Stat. 554 This Act [amending this section and enacting provisions set out as a note under section 801 of this title October 1, 2013 Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Pub. L. 111200,  2(h)(2) July 7, 2010 124 Stat. 1370 This subsection [amending this section] shall take effect as of October 1, 2009 Savings Provision Pub. L. 109143,  1(b)(2) Dec. 22, 2005 119 Stat. 2659 During the period of October 1, 2004 Dec. 22, 2005 2 U.S.C. 801 Pub. L. 104208, div. A, title V,  5401(c) Sept. 30, 1996 110 Stat. 3009511 During the period of October 1, 1995 Sept. 30, 1996 2 U.S.C. 801 Pub. L. 101525,  2(b) Nov. 6, 1990 104 Stat. 2305 During the period of October 1, 1990 Nov. 6, 1990 2 U.S.C. 801 SUBCHAPTER II CONGRESSIONAL RECOGNITION FOR EXCELLENCE IN ARTS EDUCATION  811 to 817c. Omitted  Editorial Notes Codification Sections were omitted pursuant to section 817b of this title November 22, 2000 Section 811, Pub. L. 96114, title II,  202 Pub. L. 106533,  1(a) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2545 Section 812, Pub. L. 96114, title II,  203 Pub. L. 106533,  1(a) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2546 Pub. L. 11495, title IX,  9215(u) Dec. 10, 2015 129 Stat. 2171 Section 813, Pub. L. 96114, title II,  204 Pub. L. 106533,  1(a) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2546 Section 814, Pub. L. 96114, title II,  205 Pub. L. 106533,  1(a) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2546 Section 815, Pub. L. 96114, title II,  206 Pub. L. 106533,  1(a) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2549 Section 816, Pub. L. 96114, title II,  207 Pub. L. 106533,  1(a) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2551 Section 817, Pub. L. 96114, title II,  208 Pub. L. 106533,  1(a) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2551 Section 817a, Pub. L. 96114, title II,  209 Pub. L. 106533,  1(a) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2552 Section 817b, Pub. L. 96114, title II,  210 Pub. L. 106533,  1(a) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2552 Nov. 22, 2000 Section 817c, Pub. L. 96114, title II,  211 Pub. L. 106533,  1(a) Nov. 22, 2000 114 Stat. 2552 CHAPTER 19A JOHN HEINZ COMPETITIVE EXCELLENCE AWARD    Sec.  831. John Heinz Competitive Excellence Award.  831. John Heinz Competitive Excellence Award (a) Establishment There is hereby established the John Heinz Competitive Excellence Award, which shall be evidenced by a national medal bearing the inscription John Heinz Competitive Excellence Award. The medal, to be minted by the United States Mint and provided to the Congress, shall be of such design and bear such additional inscriptions as the Secretary of the Treasury may prescribe, in consultation with the Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate, the Speaker and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, and the family of Senator John Heinz. The medal shall be (1) three inches in diameter; and (2) made of bronze obtained from recycled sources. (b) Award categories (1) In general Two separate awards may be given under this section in each year. One such award may be given to a qualifying individual (including employees of any State or local government, or the Federal Government), and 1 such award may be given to a qualifying organization, institution, or business. (2) Limitation No award shall be made under this section to an entity in either category described in paragraph (1) in any year if there is no qualified individual, organization, institution, or business recommended under subsection (c) for an award in such category in that year. (c) Qualification criteria for award (1) Selection panel A selection panel shall be established, comprised of a total of 8 persons, including (A) 2 persons appointed by the Majority Leader of the Senate; (B) 2 persons appointed by the Minority Leader of the Senate; (C) 2 persons appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives; and (D) 2 persons appointed by the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives. (2) Qualification An individual, organization, institution, or business may qualify for an award under this section only if such individual, organization, institution, or business (A) is nominated to the Majority or Minority Leader of the Senate or to the Speaker or the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives by a member of the Senate or the House of Representatives; (B) permits a rigorous evaluation by the Office of Technology Assessment of the way in which such individual, organization, institution, or business has demonstrated excellence in promoting United States industrial competitiveness; and (C) meets such other requirements as the selection panel determines to be appropriate to achieve the objectives of this section. (3) Evaluation An evaluation of each nominee shall be conducted by the Office of Technology Assessment. The Office of Technology Assessment shall work with the selection panel to establish appropriate procedures for evaluating nominees. (4) Panel review The selection panel shall review the Office of Technology Assessments evaluation of each nominee and may, based on those evaluations, recommend 1 award winner for each year for each category described in subsection (b)(1) to the Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate and the Speaker and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives. (d) Presentation of award (1) In general The Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate and the Speaker and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives shall make the award to an individual and an organization, institution, or business that has demonstrated excellence in promoting United States industrial competitiveness in the international marketplace through technological innovation, productivity improvement, or improved competitive strategies. (2) Ceremonies The presentation of an award under this section shall be made by the Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate and the Speaker and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, with such ceremonies as they may deem proper. (3) Publicity An individual, organization, institution, or business to which an award is made under this section may publicize its receipt of such award and use the award in its advertising, but it shall be ineligible to receive another award in the same category for a period of 5 years. (e) Publication of evaluations (1) Summary of evaluations The Office of Technology Assessment shall ensure that all nominees receive a detailed summary of any evaluation conducted of such nominee under subsection (c). (2) Summary of competitiveness strategy The Office of Technology Assessment shall also make available to all nominees and the public a summary of each award winners competitiveness strategy. Proprietary information shall not be included in any such summary without the consent of the award winner. (f) Reimbursement of costs The Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate and the Speaker and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives are authorized to seek and accept gifts from public and private sources to defray the cost of implementing this section. ( Pub. L. 102429, title III,  301 Oct. 21, 1992 106 Stat. 2205 CHAPTER 20 EMERGENCY POWERS TO ELIMINATE BUDGET DEFICITS    SUBCHAPTER IELIMINATION OF DEFICITS IN EXCESS OF MAXIMUM DEFICIT AMOUNT  Sec.  900. Statement of budget enforcement through sequestration; definitions.  901. Enforcing discretionary spending limits.  901a. Enforcement of budget goal.  902. Enforcing pay-as-you-go.  903. Enforcing deficit targets.  904. Reports and orders.  905. Exempt programs and activities.  906. General and special sequestration rules.  907. The baseline.  907a. Suspension in event of war or low growth.  907b. Modification of Presidential order.  907c. Flexibility among defense programs, projects, and activities.  907d. Special reconciliation process.  908 909. Repealed.  SUBCHAPTER IIOPERATION AND REVIEW  921. Transferred.  922. Judicial review. SUBCHAPTER I ELIMINATION OF DEFICITS IN EXCESS OF MAXIMUM DEFICIT AMOUNT  900. Statement of budget enforcement through sequestration; definitions (a) Omitted (b) General statement of budget enforcement through sequestration This subchapter provides for budget enforcement as called for in House Concurrent Resolution 84 (105th Congress, 1st session). (c) Definitions As used in this subchapter: (1) The terms budget authority, new budget authority, outlays, and deficit have the meanings given to such terms in section 3 of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 [ 2 U.S.C. 622 section 901 of this title (2) The terms sequester and sequestration refer to or mean the cancellation of budgetary resources provided by discretionary appropriations or direct spending law. (3) The term breach means, for any fiscal year, the amount (if any) by which new budget authority or outlays for that year (within a category of discretionary appropriations) is above that categorys discretionary spending limit for new budget authority or outlays for that year, as the case may be. (4) (A) The term nonsecurity category means all discretionary appropriations not included in the security category defined in subparagraph (B). (B) The term security category includes discretionary appropriations associated with agency budgets for the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the National Nuclear Security Administration, the intelligence community management account (95040101054), and all budget accounts in budget function 150 (international affairs). (C) The term discretionary category includes all discretionary appropriations. (D) The term revised security category means discretionary appropriations in budget function 050. (E) The term revised nonsecurity category means discretionary appropriations other than in budget function 050. (F) The term category means the subsets of discretionary appropriations in section 901(c) of this title (5) The term baseline means the projection (described in section 907 of this title (6) The term budgetary resources means new budget authority, unobligated balances, direct spending authority, and obligation limitations. (7) The term discretionary appropriations means budgetary resources (except to fund direct-spending programs) provided in appropriation Acts. (8) The term direct spending means (A) budget authority provided by law other than appropriation Acts; (B) entitlement authority; and (C) the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. (9) The term current means, with respect to OMB estimates included with a budget submission under section 1105(a) of title 31 (10) The term real economic growth, with respect to any fiscal year, means the growth in the gross national product during such fiscal year, adjusted for inflation, consistent with Department of Commerce definitions. (11) The term account means an item for which appropriations are made in any appropriation Act and, for items not provided for in appropriation Acts, such term means an item for which there is a designated budget account identification code number in the Presidents budget. (12) The term budget year means, with respect to a session of Congress, the fiscal year of the Government that starts on October 1 of the calendar year in which that session begins. (13) The term current year means, with respect to a budget year, the fiscal year that immediately precedes that budget year. (14) The term outyear means a fiscal year one or more years after the budget year. (15) The term OMB means the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. (16) The term CBO means the Director of the Congressional Budget Office. (17) As used in this subchapter, all references to entitlement authority shall include the list of mandatory appropriations included in the joint explanatory statement of managers accompanying the conference report on the Balanced Budget Act of 1997. (18) The term deposit insurance refers to the expenses of the Federal deposit insurance agencies, and other Federal agencies supervising insured depository institutions, resulting from full funding of, and continuation of, the deposit insurance guarantee commitment in effect under current estimates. (19) The term asset sale means the sale to the public of any asset (except for those assets covered by title V of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 [ 2 U.S.C. 661 (20) The term emergency means a situation that (A) requires new budget authority and outlays (or new budget authority and the outlays flowing therefrom) for the prevention or mitigation of, or response to, loss of life or property, or a threat to national security; and (B) is unanticipated. (21) The term unanticipated means that the underlying situation is (A) sudden, which means quickly coming into being or not building up over time; (B) urgent, which means a pressing and compelling need requiring immediate action; (C) unforeseen, which means not predicted or anticipated as an emerging need; and (D) temporary, which means not of a permanent duration. ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  250 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388574 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  250(c)(21) Pub. L. 100119, title I,  102(b)(7) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 774 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(b) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388589 Pub. L. 10533, title X Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 697 Pub. L. 105178, title VIII,  8101(c) June 9, 1998 112 Stat. 489 Pub. L. 105206, title IX,  9013(b) July 22, 1998 112 Stat. 865 Pub. L. 106291, title VIII,  801(c) Oct. 11, 2000 114 Stat. 1028 Pub. L. 10888,  10(c) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1127 Pub. L. 108310,  10(c) Sept. 30, 2004 118 Stat. 1160 Pub. L. 10959, title VIII,  8001(b) Aug. 10, 2005 119 Stat. 1915 Pub. L. 111139, title I,  9(a) Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 21 Pub. L. 11225, title I,  102 Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 245 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  101(d)(1) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1168  Editorial Notes  References in Text House Concurrent Resolution 84, referred to in subsec. (b), is H. Con. Res. 84, June 5, 1997 111 Stat. 2710 The Balanced Budget Act of 1997, referred to in subsec. (c)(4)(F), (17), is Pub. L. 10533 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 251 The Congressional Budget Act of 1974, referred to in subsec. (c)(19), is titles I through IX of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13201(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388609 section 621 of this title Codification Subsection (a) of this section, which provided a partial table of contents for this subchapter, was omitted from the Code. Pub. L. 101508,  13101(b) section 257(12) of Pub. L. 99177 section 907(12) of this title Amendments 2013Subsec. (c)(4)(D) to (F). Pub. L. 11367 2011Subsec. (c)(4). Pub. L. 11225,  102(1) Subsec. (c)(8)(C). Pub. L. 11225,  102(2) Subsec. (c)(14). Pub. L. 11225,  102(3) Subsec. (c)(20), (21). Pub. L. 11225,  102(4) 2010Subsec. (c)(18). Pub. L. 111139 2005Subsec. (c)(4)(B). Pub. L. 10959,  8001(b)(1)(A) Subsec. (c)(4)(B)(v) to (vii). Pub. L. 10959,  8001(b)(1)(B) Subsec. (c)(4)(C). Pub. L. 10959,  8001(b)(2) section 14 of Public Law 96184 Public Law 101551 2004Subsec. (c)(4)(B). Pub. L. 108310,  10(c)(1) Subsec. (c)(4)(C). Pub. L. 108310,  10(c)(2)(A) Pub. L. 108310,  10(c)(2)(B) Pub. L. 10888 2003Subsec. (c)(4)(B). Pub. L. 10888,  10(c)(1) Subsec. (c)(4)(C). Pub. L. 10888,  10(c)(2) 2000Subsec. (c)(4)(E) to (K). Pub. L. 106291 1998Subsec. (c)(4). Pub. L. 105178,  8101(c) Subsec. (c)(4)(C). Pub. L. 105178,  8101(f) Pub. L. 105206,  9013(b) 1997Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10533 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10533,  10202(a) (1) to enforce discretionary spending levels assumed in that resolution (with adjustments as provided hereinafter); (2) to enforce the requirement that any legislation increasing direct spending or decreasing revenues be on a pay-as-you-go basis; and (3) to enforce the deficit targets specifically set forth in the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 (with adjustments as provided hereinafter); applied in the order set forth above. Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 10533,  10202(b)(1) section 907(b)(3) of this title Subsec. (c)(4). Pub. L. 10533,  10202(b)(2) (A) For fiscal years 1991, 1992, and 1993, any of the following subsets of discretionary appropriations: defense, international, or domestic. Discretionary appropriations in each of the three categories shall be those so designated in the joint statement of managers accompanying the conference report on the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990. New accounts or activities shall be categorized in consultation with the Committees on Appropriations and the Budget of the House of Representatives and the Senate. (B) For fiscal years 1994 and 1995, all discretionary appropriations. Contributions to the United States to offset the cost of Operation Desert Shield shall not be counted within any category. Subsec. (c)(6). Pub. L. 10533,  10202(b)(3) (A) with respect to budget year 1991, new budget authority; unobligated balances; new loan guarantee commitments or limitations; new direct loan obligations, commitments, or limitations; direct spending authority; and obligation limitations; or (B) with respect to budget year 1992, 1993, 1994, or 1995, new budget authority; unobligated balances; direct spending authority; and obligation limitations. Subsec. (c)(9). Pub. L. 10533,  10202(b)(4) Subsec. (c)(14). Pub. L. 10533,  10202(b)(5) Subsec. (c)(17). Pub. L. 10533,  10202(b)(6) November 5, 1990 Subsec. (c)(18). Pub. L. 10533,  10202(b)(6) Subsec. (c)(19). Pub. L. 10533,  10202(b)(9) Pub. L. 10533,  10202(b)(6) Subsec. (c)(20). Pub. L. 10533,  10202(b)(6) (A) For the international category, 46 percent for the first year, 20 percent for the second year, 16 percent for the third year, and 8 percent for the fourth year. (B) For the domestic category, 53 percent for the first year, 31 percent for the second year, 12 percent for the third year, and 2 percent for the fourth year. Subsec. (c)(21). Pub. L. 10533,  10202(b)(6) 1990Subsec. (c)(21). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(b) section 907(12) of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1998 Amendment Title IX of Pub. L. 105206 Pub. L. 105178 Pub. L. 105178 Pub. L. 105178 July 22, 1998 Pub. L. 105206 section 9016 of Pub. L. 105206 section 101 of Title 23 Effective and Termination Dates Pub. L. 10366, title XIV,  14002(c)(3)(A) Aug. 10, 1993 107 Stat. 684 section 275(b) of Pub. L. 99177 Sept. 30, 1998 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10212(b) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 712 Pub. L. 99177, title II,  275 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1100 Pub. L. 100119, title I,  106(c) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 780 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388608 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10212(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 712 Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 Sept. 30, 1985 section 201(a)(2) of Pub. L. 99177 section 622(2) of this title section 201(b) of Pub. L. 99177 Apr. 15, 1986 section 212 of Pub. L. 99177 section 652 of this title Feb. 1, 1986 Pub. L. 99177 Sept. 30, 2002 Pub. L. 99177 Sept. 30, 2006 Pub. L. 99177 section 911 of Title 42 section 911 of Title 42 Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246 Short Title of 2023 Amendment Pub. L. 1185,  1 June 3, 2023 137 Stat. 10 This Act [enacting sections 4336 to 4336e of Title 42, the Public Health and Welfare, amending sections 901 and 904 of this title, section 801 of Title 5 section 551 of Title 5 section 2015 of Title 7 section 3101 of Title 31 section 607 of Title 42 Short Title of 2021 Amendment Pub. L. 11771,  1 Dec. 10, 2021 135 Stat. 1506 This Act [amending section 901a of this title section 901a of this title Short Title of 2019 Amendment Pub. L. 11637,  1 Aug. 2, 2019 133 Stat. 1049 This Act [amending sections 901 and 901a of this title and section 58c of Title 19 section 3101 of Title 31 section 3805 of Title 19 Short Title of 2013 Amendment Pub. L. 11367, div. A,  1(a) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1165 This division [see Tables for classification] may be cited as the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013. Short Title of 2011 Amendment Pub. L. 11225,  1(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 240 This Act [enacting section 901a of this title section 3101A of Title 31 section 3101 of Title 31 section 1089 of Title 20 section 621 of this title Short Title of 1997 Amendment Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10001(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 677 This title [enacting sections 645 and 645a of this title, amending this section, sections 601, 602, 622, 631 to 636, 639, 641 to 644, 651, 654, 661a, 661c to 661e, 691a, 691c, 691e, 901, 902, 904 to 907, and 922 of this title, section 1105 of Title 31 section 911 of Title 42 section 14212 of Title 42 section 902 of this title section 621 of this title Short Title of 1990 Amendment Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13001(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388573 This title [enacting this section and sections 643, 661 to 661f, 665 to 665e, and 907a to 907d of this title, amending sections 601, 602, 622, 631 to 637, 639, 641, 642, 644, 651, 652, and 901 to 907 of this title, section 1022 of Title 15 section 401 of Title 42 section 921 of this title section 601(g) of this title section 909 of this title Short Title of 1987 Amendment Pub. L. 100119, title I,  101(b) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 754 This title [enacting section 908 of this title section 1105 of Title 31 section 1395ww of Title 42 section 901 of this title Short Title Pub. L. 99177, title II,  200(a) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1038 This title [enacting this chapter and sections 654 to 656 of this title, amending sections 602, 622, 631 to 642, and 651 to 653 of this title, sections 1104 to 1106 and 1109 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and section 911 of Title 42 section 661 of this title section 911 of Title 42 section 621 of this title Severability Pub. L. 11225,  2 Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 240 If any provision of this Act [see Short Title of 2011 Amendment note above], or any application of such provision to any person or circumstance, is held to be unconstitutional, the remainder of this Act and the application of this Act to any other person or circumstance shall not be affected. Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction Pub. L. 11225, title IV Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 259  SEC. 401. ESTABLISHMENT OF JOINT SELECT COMMITTEE. (a)  Definitions In this title: (1)  Joint committee The term joint committee means the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction established under subsection (b)(1). (2)  Joint committee bill The term joint committee bill means a bill consisting of the proposed legislative language of the joint committee recommended under subsection (b)(3)(B) and introduced under section 402(a). (b)  Establishment of Joint Select Committee. (1)  Establishment There is established a joint select committee of Congress to be known as the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. (2)  Goal The goal of the joint committee shall be to reduce the deficit by at least $1,500,000,000,000 over the period of fiscal years 2012 to 2021. (3)  Duties. (A)  In general. (i)  Improving the short-term and long-term fiscal imbalance The joint committee shall provide recommendations and legislative language that will significantly improve the short-term and long-term fiscal imbalance of the Federal Government. (ii)  Recommendations of committees Not later than October 14, 2011 (B)  Report, recommendations, and legislative language. (i)  In general Not later than November 23, 2011 (I) a report that contains a detailed statement of the findings, conclusions, and recommendations of the joint committee and the estimate of the Congressional Budget Office required by paragraph (5)(D)(ii); and (II) proposed legislative language to carry out such recommendations as described in subclause (I), which shall include a statement of the deficit reduction achieved by the legislation over the period of fiscal years 2012 to 2021. Any change to the Rules of the House of Representatives or the Standing Rules of the Senate included in the report or legislative language shall be considered to be merely advisory. (ii)  Approval of report and legislative language The report of the joint committee and the proposed legislative language described in clause (i) shall require the approval of a majority of the members of the joint committee. (iii)  Additional views A member of the joint committee who gives notice of an intention to file supplemental, minority, or additional views at the time of final joint committee vote on the approval of the report and legislative language under clause (ii) shall be entitled to 3 calendar days in which to file such views in writing with the staff director of the joint committee. Such views shall then be included in the joint committee report and printed in the same volume, or part thereof, and their inclusion shall be noted on the cover of the report. In the absence of timely notice, the joint committee report may be printed and transmitted immediately without such views. (iv)  Transmission of report and legislative language If the report and legislative language are approved by the joint committee pursuant to clause (ii), then not later than December 2, 2011 (v)  Report and legislative language to be made public Upon the approval or disapproval of the joint committee report and legislative language pursuant to clause (ii), the joint committee shall promptly make the full report and legislative language, and a record of the vote, available to the public. (4)  Membership. (A)  In general The joint committee shall be composed of 12 members appointed pursuant to subparagraph (B). (B)  Appointment Members of the joint committee shall be appointed as follows: (i) The majority leader of the Senate shall appoint three members from among Members of the Senate. (ii) The minority leader of the Senate shall appoint three members from among Members of the Senate. (iii) The Speaker of the House of Representatives shall appoint three members from among Members of the House of Representatives. (iv) The minority leader of the House of Representatives shall appoint three members from among Members of the House of Representatives. (C)  Co-chairs. (i)  In general There shall be two Co-Chairs of the joint committee. The majority leader of the Senate shall appoint one Co-Chair from among the members of the joint committee. The Speaker of the House of Representatives shall appoint the second Co-Chair from among the members of the joint committee. The Co-Chairs shall be appointed not later than 14 calendar days after the date of enactment of this Act [ Aug. 2, 2011 (ii)  Staff director The Co-Chairs, acting jointly, shall hire the staff director of the joint committee. (D)  Date Members of the joint committee shall be appointed not later than 14 calendar days after the date of enactment of this Act. (E)  Period of appointment Members shall be appointed for the life of the joint committee. Any vacancy in the joint committee shall not affect its powers, but shall be filled not later than 14 calendar days after the date on which the vacancy occurs, in the same manner as the original designation was made. If a member of the joint committee ceases to be a Member of the House of Representatives or the Senate, as the case may be, the member is no longer a member of the joint committee and a vacancy shall exist. (5)  Administration. (A)  In general To enable the joint committee to exercise its powers, functions, and duties, there are authorized to be disbursed by the Senate the actual and necessary expenses of the joint committee approved by the co-chairs, subject to the rules and regulations of the Senate. (B)  Expenses In carrying out its functions, the joint committee is authorized to incur expenses in the same manner and under the same conditions as the Joint Economic Committee is authorized by section 11[(d)] of Public Law 79304 15 U.S.C. 1024(d) (C)  Quorum Seven members of the joint committee shall constitute a quorum for purposes of voting, meeting, and holding hearings. (D)  Voting. (i)  Proxy voting No proxy voting shall be allowed on behalf of the members of the joint committee. (ii)  Congressional budget office estimates The Congressional Budget Office shall provide estimates of the legislation (as described in paragraph (3)(B)) in accordance with sections 308(a) and 201(f) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 ( 2 U.S.C. 639(a) (E)  Meetings. (i)  Initial meeting Not later than 45 calendar days after the date of enactment of this Act [ Aug. 2, 2011 (ii)  Agenda The Co-Chairs of the joint committee shall provide an agenda to the joint committee members not less than 48 hours in advance of any meeting. (F)  Hearings. (i)  In general The joint committee may, for the purpose of carrying out this section, hold such hearings, sit and act at such times and places, require attendance of witnesses and production of books, papers, and documents, take such testimony, receive such evidence, and administer such oaths as the joint committee considers advisable. (ii)  Hearing procedures and responsibilities of co-chairs. (I)  Announcement The Co-Chairs of the joint committee shall make a public announcement of the date, place, time, and subject matter of any hearing to be conducted, not less than 7 days in advance of such hearing, unless the Co-Chairs determine that there is good cause to begin such hearing at an earlier date. (II)  Written statement A witness appearing before the joint committee shall file a written statement of proposed testimony at least 2 calendar days before the appearance of the witness, unless the requirement is waived by the Co-Chairs, following their determination that there is good cause for failure to comply with such requirement. (G)  Technical assistance Upon written request of the Co-Chairs, a Federal agency shall provide technical assistance to the joint committee in order for the joint committee to carry out its duties. (c)  Staff of Joint Committee. (1)  In general The Co-Chairs of the joint committee may jointly appoint and fix the compensation of staff as they deem necessary, within the guidelines for employees of the Senate and following all applicable rules and employment requirements of the Senate. (2)  Ethical standards Members on the joint committee who serve in the House of Representatives shall be governed by the ethics rules and requirements of the House. Members of the Senate who serve on the joint committee and staff of the joint committee shall comply with the ethics rules of the Senate. (d)  Termination The joint committee shall terminate on January 31, 2012 SEC. 402. EXPEDITED CONSIDERATION OF JOINT COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS. (a)  Introduction If approved by the majority required by section 401(b)(3)(B)(ii), the proposed legislative language submitted pursuant to section 401(b)(3)(B)(iv) shall be introduced in the Senate (by request) on the next day on which the Senate is in session by the majority leader of the Senate or by a Member of the Senate designated by the majority leader of the Senate and shall be introduced in the House of Representatives (by request) on the next legislative day by the majority leader of the House or by a Member of the House designated by the majority leader of the House. (b)  Consideration in the House of Representatives. (1)  Referral and reporting Any committee of the House of Representatives to which the joint committee bill is referred shall report it to the House without amendment not later than December 9, 2011 (2)  Proceeding to consideration After the last committee authorized to consider a joint committee bill reports it to the House or has been discharged (other than by motion) from its consideration, it shall be in order to move to proceed to consider the joint committee bill in the House. Such a motion shall not be in order after the House has disposed of a motion to proceed with respect to the joint committee bill. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion. A motion to reconsider the vote by which the motion is disposed of shall not be in order. (3)  Consideration The joint committee bill shall be considered as read. All points of order against the joint committee bill and against its consideration are waived. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the joint committee bill to its passage without intervening motion except 2 hours of debate equally divided and controlled by the proponent and an opponent and one motion to limit debate on the joint committee bill. A motion to reconsider the vote on passage of the joint committee bill shall not be in order. (4)  Vote on passage The vote on passage of the joint committee bill shall occur not later than December 23, 2011 (c)  Expedited Procedure in the Senate. (1)  Committee consideration A joint committee bill introduced in the Senate under subsection (a) shall be jointly referred to the committee or committees of jurisdiction, which committees shall report the bill without any revision and with a favorable recommendation, an unfavorable recommendation, or without recommendation, not later than December 9, 2011 (2)  Motion to proceed Notwithstanding Rule XXII of the Standing Rules of the Senate, it is in order, not later than 2 days of session after the date on which a joint committee bill is reported or discharged from all committees to which it was referred, for the majority leader of the Senate or the majority leaders designee to move to proceed to the consideration of the joint committee bill. It shall also be in order for any Member of the Senate to move to proceed to the consideration of the joint committee bill at any time after the conclusion of such 2-day period. A motion to proceed is in order even though a previous motion to the same effect has been disagreed to. All points of order against the motion to proceed to the joint committee bill are waived. The motion to proceed is not debatable. The motion is not subject to a motion to postpone. A motion to reconsider the vote by which the motion is agreed to or disagreed to shall not be in order. If a motion to proceed to the consideration of the joint committee bill is agreed to, the joint committee bill shall remain the unfinished business until disposed of. (3)  Consideration All points of order against the joint committee bill and against consideration of the joint committee bill are waived. Consideration of the joint committee bill and of all debatable motions and appeals in connection therewith shall not exceed a total of 30 hours which shall be divided equally between the Majority and Minority Leaders or their designees. A motion further to limit debate on the joint committee bill is in order, shall require an affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members duly chosen and sworn, and is not debatable. Any debatable motion or appeal is debatable for not to exceed 1 hour, to be divided equally between those favoring and those opposing the motion or appeal. All time used for consideration of the joint committee bill, including time used for quorum calls and voting, shall be counted against the total 30 hours of consideration. (4)  No amendments An amendment to the joint committee bill, or a motion to postpone, or a motion to proceed to the consideration of other business, or a motion to recommit the joint committee bill, is not in order. (5)  Vote on passage If the Senate has voted to proceed to the joint committee bill, the vote on passage of the joint committee bill shall occur immediately following the conclusion of the debate on a joint committee bill, and a single quorum call at the conclusion of the debate if requested. The vote on passage of the joint committee bill shall occur not later than December 23, 2011 (6)  Rulings of the chair on procedure Appeals from the decisions of the Chair relating to the application of the rules of the Senate, as the case may be, to the procedure relating to a joint committee bill shall be decided without debate. (d)  Amendment The joint committee bill shall not be subject to amendment in either the House of Representatives or the Senate. (e)  Consideration by the Other House. (1)  In general If, before passing the joint committee bill, one House receives from the other a joint committee bill (A) the joint committee bill of the other House shall not be referred to a committee; and (B) the procedure in the receiving House shall be the same as if no joint committee bill had been received from the other House until the vote on passage, when the joint committee bill received from the other House shall supplant the joint committee bill of the receiving House. (2)  Revenue measure This subsection shall not apply to the House of Representatives if the joint committee bill received from the Senate is a revenue measure. (f)  Rules to Coordinate Action With Other House. (1)  Treatment of joint committee bill of other house If the Senate fails to introduce or consider a joint committee bill under this section, the joint committee bill of the House shall be entitled to expedited floor procedures under this section. (2)  Treatment of companion measures in the senate If following passage of the joint committee bill in the Senate, the Senate then receives the joint committee bill from the House of Representatives, the House-passed joint committee bill shall not be debatable. The vote on passage of the joint committee bill in the Senate shall be considered to be the vote on passage of the joint committee bill received from the House of Representatives. (3)  Vetoes If the President vetoes the joint committee bill, debate on a veto message in the Senate under this section shall be 1 hour equally divided between the majority and minority leaders or their designees. (g)  Loss of Privilege The provisions of this section shall cease to apply to the joint committee bill if (1) the joint committee fails to vote on the report or proposed legislative language required under section 401(b)(3)(B)(i) not later than November 23, 2011 (2) the joint committee bill does not pass both Houses not later than December 23, 2011 SEC. 403. FUNDING. Funding for the joint committee shall be derived in equal portions from (1) the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives; and (2) the contingent fund of the Senate from the appropriations account Miscellaneous Items, subject to the rules and regulations of the Senate. SEC. 404. RULEMAKING. The provisions of this title are enacted by Congress (1) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the House of Representatives and the Senate, respectively, and as such they shall be considered as part of the rules of each House, respectively, or of that House to which they specifically apply, and such rules shall supersede other rules only to the extent that they are inconsistent therewith; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of either House to change such rules (so far as relating to such House) at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of such House. Habitat Conservation Activities Considered Within Coastal Assistance Sub-Category Pub. L. 1087, div. B, title II,  214 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 82  (a) Hereafter, habitat conservation activities, enforcement and surveillancecooperative enforcement and vessel monitoring, stock assessmentsdata collection, and highly migratory shark fishery research under the heading, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Operations, Research and Facilities, shall be considered to be within the Coastal Assistance sub-category in [former] section 250(c)(4)(K) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, as amended [former 2 U.S.C. 900(c)(4)(K) (b) For fiscal year 2004 and thereafter, response and restoration activities, Cooperative Research, Protected Species activities, Endangered Species ActMarine Mammals, Sea Turtles and Other Species, Endangered Species ActRight Whales, Marine Mammal Protection, and Sea Grant (except for the fellowship program) under the heading, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Operations, Research, and Facilities, shall be considered to be within the Coastal Assistance sub-category in [former] section 250(c)(4)(K) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, as amended [former 2 U.S.C. 900(c)(4)(K) (c) All references to outlays in title VIII of Public Law 106291 section 901 of this title Similar provisions were contained in the following prior appropriation act: Pub. L. 10777, title II Nov. 28, 2001 115 Stat. 775 Purpose of Subtitle B of Title X of Pub. L. 10533 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10201 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 697 The purpose of this subtitle [subtitle B ( 1020110213) of title X of Pub. L. 10533 section 1105 of Title 31 section 911 of Title 42 section 14212 of Title 42 section 902 of this title Restriction on Elimination or Reduction of Programs Relating to Energy and Water Development Pub. L. 102377, title V,  503 Oct. 2, 1992 106 Stat. 1342 None of the programs, projects or activities as defined in the reports accompanying this Act or subsequent Energy and Water Development Appropriations Acts, may be eliminated or disproportionately reduced due to the application of Savings and Slippage, general reduction, or the provision of Public Law 99177 Public Law 100119 section 213 of Pub. L. 100119 Waivers and Suspensions in the Senate Pub. L. 99177, title II,  271(b) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1094 Pub. L. 100119, title II,  211 Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 787 Sections 301(i), 302(c), 302(f), 304(b), 310(d), 310(g), and 311(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 [sections 632(i), 633(c), 633(f), former 635(b), 641(d), 641(g), and 642(a) of this title] may be waived or suspended in the Senate only by the affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members, duly chosen and sworn. This subsection shall not apply to any joint resolution reported or discharged pursuant to section 254(a) of this joint resolution [ section 904(a) of this title Appeals of Rulings Pub. L. 99177, title II,  271(c) Pub. L. 100119, title II,  210(a) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 787 An affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members of the Senate, duly chosen and sworn, shall be required in the Senate to sustain an appeal of the ruling of the Chair on a point of order raised under section 301(i), 302(c), 302(f), 304(b), 306, 310(d), 310(g), or 311(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 [sections 632(i), 633(c), 633(f), 635(b), 637, 641(d), 641(g), or 642(a) of this title]. Exercise of Congressional Rulemaking Power Pub. L. 10366, title XIV,  14004 Aug. 10, 1993 107 Stat. 685  The Congress enacts the provisions of this part [probably should be this title, amending sections 665, 901, 902, and 904 of this title, enacting provisions set out as notes under this section and section 902 of this title section 665 of this title (1) as an exercise of the rule-making power of the Senate and the House of Representatives, respectively, and as such these provisions shall be considered as part of the rules of each House, respectively, or of that House to which they specifically apply, and such rules shall supersede other rules only to the extent that they are inconsistent therewith; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of either House to change such rules (so far as relating to such House) at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of such House. Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13305 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388627  This title and the amendments made by it [see Short Title of 1990 Amendment note above] are enacted by the Congress (1) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the House of Representatives and the Senate, respectively, and as such they shall be considered as a part of the rules of each House, respectively, or of that House to which they specifically apply, and such rules shall supersede other rules only to the extent that they are inconsistent therewith; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of either House to change such rules (so far as relating to such House) at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of such House. Pub. L. 100119, title II,  213 Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 787  This Act and the amendments made by this Act [enacting sections 908 and 909 of this title, amending sections 622, 632, 635, 636, 642, 683, 684, 687, 901 to 907, and 922 of this title and sections 1105 and 3101 of Title 31, Money and Finance, enacting provisions set out as notes under sections 602, 621, 686, and 901 of this title and section 1395ww of Title 42 section 901 of this title section 653 of this title (1) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the House of Representatives and the Senate, respectively, and as such they shall be considered as part of the rules of each House, respectively, or of that House to which they specifically apply, and such rules shall supersede other rules only to the extent that they are inconsistent therewith; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of either House to change such rules (so far as relating to such House) at any time, in the same manner and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of such House. Pub. L. 99177, title II,  271(d) Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1094 Pub. L. 100119, title II,  210(a) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 787  The provisions of this title [see Short Title note above], other than those relating to the activities of the executive and judicial branches of the Government, are enacted by the Congress (1) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the House of Representatives and the Senate, respectively, and as such they shall be considered as part of the rules of each House, respectively, or of that House to which they specifically apply, and such rules shall supersede other rules only to the extent that they are inconsistent therewith; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of either House to change such rules (so far as relating to such House) at any time, in the same manner and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of such House. Restoration of Trust Fund Investments; Funds Borrowed or Not Invested During Delays in Raising Public Debt Limit For provisions restoring various trust and retirement funds administered by the Secretary of the Treasury to the position in which they would have been if debt limit increases had been delayed, including transferring amounts to the funds to compensate those funds for current and prospective losses arising from premature redemption of some long term securities when the debt limit was reached, see notes set out under section 3101 of Title 31 Executive Documents  Executive Order No. 12857 Ex. Ord. No. 12857, Aug. 4, 1993  Ex. Ord. No. 12858. Deficit Reduction Fund Ex. Ord. No. 12858, Aug. 4, 1993 By the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including sections 1104 and 1105 of title 31, United States Code, it is hereby ordered as follows: Section Purpose Pub. L. 10366 Sec Deficit Reduction Fund. (a) Establishment of the Fund Pub. L. 10366 (b) Amounts in Fund Aug. 10, 1993 (1) for fiscal year 1994, $60,292,000,000; (2) for fiscal year 1995, $70,437,000,000; (3) for fiscal year 1996, $92,061,000,000; (4) for fiscal year 1997, $125,881,000,000; (5) for fiscal year 1998, $146,939,000,000. Within 30 days of enactment of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993, the foregoing amounts may be adjusted by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to reflect the final scoring of such Act. (c) Status of Amounts in Fund (ii) The amounts in the Deficit Reduction Fund as set forth in subsection (b) that result from increases in total revenues and spending reductions shall not be available for new spending or to finance measures that increase the deficit for purposes of budget enforcement procedures under the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 ( 2 U.S.C. 901922 (d) Effect on Other Funds Sec Requirement for the President To Report Annually on the Status of the Fund section 1105 of title 31 Sec Implementation Sec Effective Date Aug. 10, 1993  William J. Clinton.  901. Enforcing discretionary spending limits (a) Enforcement (1) Sequestration Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session there shall be a sequestration to eliminate a budget-year breach, if any, within any category. (2) Eliminating a breach Each non-exempt account within a category shall be reduced by a dollar amount calculated by multiplying the enacted level of sequestrable budgetary resources in that account at that time by the uniform percentage necessary to eliminate a breach within that category. (3) Military personnel If the President uses the authority to exempt any personnel account from sequestration under section 905(f) of this title section 905(f) of this title (4) Part-year appropriations If, on the date specified in paragraph (1), there is in effect an Act making or continuing appropriations for part of a fiscal year for any budget account, then the dollar sequestration calculated for that account under paragraphs (2) and (3) shall be subtracted from (A) the annualized amount otherwise available by law in that account under that or a subsequent part-year appropriation; and (B) when a full-year appropriation for that account is enacted, from the amount otherwise provided by the full-year appropriation for that account. (5) Look-back If, after June 30, an appropriation for the fiscal year in progress is enacted that causes a breach within a category for that year (after taking into account any sequestration of amounts within that category), the discretionary spending limits for that category for the next fiscal year shall be reduced by the amount or amounts of that breach. (6) Within-session sequestration If an appropriation for a fiscal year in progress is enacted (after Congress adjourns to end the session for that budget year and before July 1 of that fiscal year) that causes a breach within a category for that year (after taking into account any prior sequestration of amounts within that category), 15 days later there shall be a sequestration to eliminate that breach within that category following the procedures set forth in paragraphs (2) through (4). (7) Estimates (A) CBO estimates As soon as practicable after Congress completes action on any discretionary appropriation, CBO, after consultation with the Committees on the Budget of the House of Representatives and the Senate, shall provide OMB with an estimate of the amount of discretionary new budget authority and outlays for the current year, if any, and the budget year provided by that legislation. (B) OMB estimates and explanation of differences Not later than 7 calendar days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays) after the date of enactment of any discretionary appropriation, OMB shall transmit a report to the House of Representatives and to the Senate containing both the CBO and OMB estimates of the amount of discretionary new budget authority for the current year, if any, and the budget year provided by that legislation, and an explanation of any difference between the 2 estimates. If during the preparation of the report OMB determines that there is a significant difference between OMB and CBO, OMB shall consult with the Committees on the Budget of the House of Representatives and the Senate regarding that difference and that consultation shall include, to the extent practicable, written communication to those committees that affords such committees the opportunity to comment before the issuance of the report. (C) Assumptions and guidelines OMB estimates under this paragraph shall be made using current economic and technical assumptions. OMB shall use the OMB estimates transmitted to the Congress under this paragraph. OMB and CBO shall prepare estimates under this paragraph in conformance with scorekeeping guidelines determined after consultation among the Committees on the Budget of the House of Representatives and the Senate, CBO, and OMB. (D) Annual appropriations For purposes of this paragraph, amounts provided by annual appropriations shall include any discretionary appropriations for the current year, if any, and the budget year in accounts for which funding is provided in that legislation that result from previously enacted legislation. (b) Adjustments to discretionary spending limits (1) Concepts and definitions When the President submits the budget under section 1105 of title 31 (2) Sequestration reports When OMB submits a sequestration report under section 904(e), (f), or (g) of this title for a fiscal year, OMB shall calculate, and the sequestration report and subsequent budgets submitted by the President under section 1105(a) of title 31 1 1 (A) Emergency appropriations; overseas contingency operations/global war on terrorism If, for any fiscal year, appropriations for discretionary accounts are enacted that (i) the Congress designates as emergency requirements in statute on an account by account basis and the President subsequently so designates, or (ii) the Congress designates for Overseas Contingency Operations/Global War on Terrorism in statute on an account by account basis and the President subsequently so designates, the adjustment shall be the total of such appropriations in discretionary accounts designated as emergency requirements or for Overseas Contingency Operations/Global War on Terrorism, as applicable. (B) Continuing disability reviews and redeterminations (i) If a bill or joint resolution making appropriations for a fiscal year is enacted that specifies an amount for continuing disability reviews under titles II and XVI of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 401 (I) for fiscal year 2012, $623,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (II) for fiscal year 2013, $751,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (III) for fiscal year 2014, $924,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (IV) for fiscal year 2015, $1,123,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (V) for fiscal year 2016, $1,166,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (VI) for fiscal year 2017, $1,546,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (VII) for fiscal year 2018, $1,462,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (VIII) for fiscal year 2019, $1,410,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (IX) for fiscal year 2020, $1,309,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (X) for fiscal year 2021, $1,302,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (XI) for fiscal year 2024, $1,578,000,000 in additional new budget authority; and (XII) for fiscal year 2025, $1,630,000,000 in additional new budget authority. (ii) As used in this subparagraph (I) the term continuing disability reviews means continuing disability reviews under sections 221(i) and 1614(a)(4) of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 421(i) (II) the term redetermination means redetermination of eligibility under sections 1611(c)(1) and 1614(a)(3)(H) of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 1382(c)(1) (III) the term additional new budget authority means the amount provided for a fiscal year, in excess of $273,000,000, in an appropriation Act and specified to pay for the costs of continuing disability reviews, redeterminations, co-operative disability investigation units, and fraud prosecutions under the heading Limitation on Administrative Expenses for the Social Security Administration. (C) Health care fraud and abuse control (i) If a bill or joint resolution making appropriations for a fiscal year is enacted that specifies an amount for the health care fraud abuse control program at the Department of Health and Human Services (75839307571), then the adjustments for that fiscal year shall be the amount of additional new budget authority provided in that Act for such program for that fiscal year, but shall not exceed (I) for fiscal year 2012, $270,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (II) for fiscal year 2013, $299,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (III) for fiscal year 2014, $329,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (IV) for fiscal year 2015, $361,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (V) for fiscal year 2016, $395,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (VI) for fiscal year 2017, $414,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (VII) for fiscal year 2018, $434,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (VIII) for fiscal year 2019, $454,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (IX) for fiscal year 2020, $475,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (X) for fiscal year 2021, $496,000,000 in additional new budget authority; (XI) for fiscal year 2024, $604,000,000 in additional new budget authority; and (XII) for fiscal year 2025, $630,000,000 in additional new budget authority. (ii) As used in this subparagraph, the term additional new budget authority means the amount provided for a fiscal year, in excess of $311,000,000, in an appropriation Act and specified to pay for the costs of the health care fraud and abuse control program. (D) Disaster funding (i) If, for fiscal years 2024 and 2025, appropriations for discretionary accounts are enacted that Congress designates as being for disaster relief in statute, the adjustment for a fiscal year shall be the total of such appropriations for the fiscal year in discretionary accounts designated as being for disaster relief, but not to exceed the total of (I) the average over the previous 10 years (excluding the highest and lowest years) of the sum of the funding provided for disaster relief (as that term is defined on the date immediately before March 23, 2018 (II) notwithstanding clause (iv), five percent of the total appropriations provided in the previous 10 years, net of any rescissions of budget authority enacted in the same period, with respect to amounts provided for major disasters declared pursuant to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act ( 42 U.S.C. 5121 (III) the cumulative net total of the unused carryover for fiscal year 2018 and all subsequent fiscal years, where the unused carryover for each fiscal year is calculated as the sum of the amounts in subclauses (I) and (II) less the enacted appropriations for that fiscal year that have been designated as being for disaster relief. (ii) OMB shall report to the Committees on Appropriations and Budget in each House the average calculated pursuant to clause (i)(II), not later than 30 days after March 23, 2018 (iii) For the purposes of this subparagraph, the term disaster relief means activities carried out pursuant to a determination under section 5122(2) of title 42 (iv) Appropriations considered disaster relief under this subparagraph in a fiscal year shall not be eligible for adjustments under subparagraph (A) for the fiscal year. (E) Reemployment services and eligibility assessments (i) In general If a bill or joint resolution making appropriations for a fiscal year is enacted that specifies an amount for grants to States under section 306 of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 506 (I) for fiscal year 2018, $0; (II) for fiscal year 2019, $33,000,000; (III) for fiscal year 2020, $58,000,000; (IV) for fiscal year 2021, $83,000,000; (V) for fiscal year 2024, $265,000,000 in additional new budget authority; and (VI) for fiscal year 2025, $271,000,000 in additional new budget authority. (ii) Definition As used in this subparagraph, the term additional new budget authority means the amount provided for a fiscal year, in excess of $117,000,000, in an appropriation Act and specified to pay for grants to States under section 306 of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 506 (F) Wildfire suppression (i) Additional new budget authority If, for fiscal years 2020 through 2027, a bill or joint resolution making appropriations for a fiscal year is enacted that provides an amount for wildfire suppression operations in the Wildland Fire Management accounts at the Department of Agriculture or the Department of the Interior, then the adjustments for that fiscal year shall be the amount of additional new budget authority provided in that Act for wildfire suppression operations for that fiscal year, but shall not exceed (I) for fiscal year 2020, $2,250,000,000; (II) for fiscal year 2021, $2,350,000,000; (III) for fiscal year 2022, $2,450,000,000; (IV) for fiscal year 2023, $2,550,000,000; (V) for fiscal year 2024, $2,650,000,000; (VI) for fiscal year 2025, $2,750,000,000; (VII) for fiscal year 2026, $2,850,000,000; and (VIII) for fiscal year 2027, $2,950,000,000. (ii) Definitions In this subparagraph: (I) Additional new budget authority The term additional new budget authority means the amount provided for a fiscal year in an appropriation Act that is in excess of the average costs for wildfire suppression operations as reported in the budget of the President submitted under section 1105(a) of title 31 (II) Wildfire suppression operations The term wildfire suppression operations means the emergency and unpredictable aspects of wildland firefighting, including (aa) support, response, and emergency stabilization activities; (bb) other emergency management activities; and (cc) the funds necessary to repay any transfers needed for the costs of wildfire suppression operations. (G) The 2020 Census If, for fiscal year 2020, appropriations for the Periodic Censuses and Programs account of the Bureau of the Census of the Department of Commerce are enacted that the Congress designates in statute as being for the 2020 Census, then the adjustment for that fiscal year shall be the total of such appropriations for that fiscal year designated as being for the 2020 Census, but shall not exceed $2,500,000,000. (c) Discretionary spending limit As used in this subchapter, the term discretionary spending limit means (1) for fiscal year 2014 (A) for the revised security category, $520,464,000,000 in new budget authority; and (B) for the revised nonsecurity category, $491,773,000,000 in new budget authority; (2) for fiscal year 2015 (A) for the revised security category, $521,272,000,000 in new budget authority; and (B) for the revised nonsecurity category, $492,356,000,000 in new budget authority; (3) for fiscal year 2016 (A) for the revised security category, $548,091,000,000 in new budget authority; and (B) for the revised nonsecurity category $518,491,000,000 in new budget authority; (4) for fiscal year 2017 (A) for the revised security category, $551,068,000,000 in new budget authority; and (B) for the revised nonsecurity category, $518,531,000,000 in new budget authority; (5) for fiscal year 2018 (A) for the revised security category, $629,000,000,000 in new budget authority; and (B) for the revised nonsecurity category $579,000,000,000 in new budget authority; (6) for fiscal year 2019 (A) for the revised security category, $647,000,000,000 in new budget authority; and (B) for the revised nonsecurity category, $597,000,000,000 in new budget authority; (7) for fiscal year 2020 (A) for the revised security category, $666,500,000,000 in new budget authority; and (B) for the revised nonsecurity category, $621,500,000,000 in new budget authority; (8) for fiscal year 2021 (A) for the revised security category, $671,500,000,000 in new budget authority; and (B) for the revised nonsecurity category, $626,500,000,000 in new budget authority; (9) for fiscal year 2024 (A) for the revised security category, $886,349,000,000 in new budget authority; and (B) for the revised nonsecurity category; $703,651,000,000 in new budget authority; and (10) for fiscal year 2025 (A) for the revised security category, $895,212,000,000 in new budget authority; and (B) for the revised nonsecurity category; $710,688,000,000 in new budget authority; as adjusted in strict conformance with subsection (b). (d) Revised discretionary spending limits for fiscal year 2024 (1) In general Subject to paragraph (3), if on or after January 1, 2024 (A) For the revised security category, the amount that is equal to the total budget authority for such category for base funding, as published in the Congressional Budget Office cost estimate for the applicable appropriations Acts for the preceding fiscal year (table 1S of H.R. 2617, published on December 21, 2022 (B) For the revised non-security 2 2 December 21, 2022 (2) Final report; sequestration order If the conditions specified in paragraph (1) are met during fiscal year 2024, the final sequestration report for such fiscal year pursuant to section 904(f)(1) of this title section 904(f)(5) of this title (A) 10 days, not including weekends and holidays, for the Congressional Budget Office and 15 days, not including weekends and holidays, for the Office of Management and Budget and the President, after the enactment into law of annual full-year appropriations for all budget accounts that normally receive such annual appropriations (or the enactment of the applicable full-year appropriations Acts without any provision for such accounts); or (B)  April 30, 2024 (3) Reversal If, after January 1, 2024 (e) Revised discretionary spending limits for fiscal year 2025 (1) In general Subject to paragraph (3), if on or after January 1, 2025 (A) for the revised security category, the amount calculated for such category in section 3 3 (B) for the revised non-security 2 3 (2) Final report; sequestration order If the conditions specified in paragraph (1) are met during fiscal year 2025, the final sequestration report for such fiscal year pursuant to section 904(f)(1) of this title section 904(f)(5) of this title (A) 10 days, not including weekends and holidays, for the Congressional Budget Office, and 15 days, not including weekends and holidays, for the Office of Management and Budget and the President, after the enactment into law of annual full-year appropriations for all budget accounts that normally receive such annual appropriations (or the enactment of the applicable full-year appropriations Acts without any provision for such accounts); or (B)  April 30, 2025 (3) Reversal If, after January 1, 2025 ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  251 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1063 Pub. L. 100119, title I,  102(a) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 754 Pub. L. 100203, title VIII,  8003(f) Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1330282 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388577 Pub. L. 10366, title XIV,  14002(c)(1) Aug. 10, 1993 107 Stat. 683 Pub. L. 10387, title V,  571 Sept. 30, 1993 107 Stat. 971 Pub. L. 103306, title V,  562 Aug. 23, 1994 108 Stat. 1649 Pub. L. 103354, title I,  119(d)(1) Oct. 13, 1994 108 Stat. 3208 Pub. L. 104121, title I,  103(b) Mar. 29, 1996 110 Stat. 848 Pub. L. 104193, title II,  211(d)(5)(B) Aug. 22, 1996 110 Stat. 2191 Pub. L. 104208, div. A, title I,  101(c) [title V,  577] Sept. 30, 1996 110 Stat. 3009121 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10203(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 698 Pub. L. 10589, title II,  201(b)(1) Nov. 19, 1997 111 Stat. 2125 Pub. L. 105178, title VIII,  8101(a) June 9, 1998 112 Stat. 488 Pub. L. 106291, title VIII,  801(a) Oct. 11, 2000 114 Stat. 1026 Pub. L. 106429,  101(a) [title VII,  701(a)] Nov. 6, 2000 114 Stat. 1900 Pub. L. 107117, div. C,  101(a) Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2341 Pub. L. 10888,  10(a) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1127 Pub. L. 108310,  10(a) Sept. 30, 2004 118 Stat. 1160 Pub. L. 10959, title VIII Aug. 10, 2005 119 Stat. 1915 Pub. L. 11225, title I,  101 Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 241 Pub. L. 112240, title IX,  901(d)(1) Jan. 2, 2013 126 Stat. 2370 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  101(a) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1166 Pub. L. 11474, title I,  101(a) Nov. 2, 2015 129 Stat. 585 Pub. L. 114113, div. O, title X,  1003 Dec. 18, 2015 129 Stat. 3035 Pub. L. 115123, div. C, title I,  30101(a) Feb. 9, 2018 132 Stat. 122 Pub. L. 115141, div. O, title I,  102(a) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 1059 Pub. L. 115334, title VIII,  8704(a)(1)(A) Dec. 20, 2018 132 Stat. 4877 Pub. L. 11637, title I,  101(a) Aug. 2, 2019 133 Stat. 1049 Pub. L. 1185, div. A, title I June 3, 2023 137 Stat. 12  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Social Security Act, referred to in subsec. (b)(2)(B)(i), is act Aug. 14, 1935, ch. 531 49 Stat. 620 section 1305 of Title 42 The Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, referred to in subsec. (b)(2)(D)(i)(II), is Pub. L. 93288 May 22, 1974 88 Stat. 143 section 5121 of Title 42 Codification Pub. L. 101508,  13101(e)(2) section 257(e) of Pub. L. 99177 section 907(e) of this title Amendments 2023Subsec. (b)(2)(B)(i)(XI), (XII). Pub. L. 1185,  101(b)(1) Subsec. (b)(2)(C)(i)(XI), (XII). Pub. L. 1185,  101(b)(2) Subsec. (b)(2)(D)(i). Pub. L. 1185,  101(b)(3)(A) Subsec. (b)(2)(D)(i)(II). Pub. L. 1185,  101(b)(3)(B) 42 U.S.C. 5121 Subsec. (b)(2)(E)(i)(V), (VI). Pub. L. 1185,  101(b)(4) Subsec. (c)(9), (10). Pub. L. 1185,  101(a) Subsecs. (d), (e). Pub. L. 1185,  102 2019Subsec. (b)(2)(G). Pub. L. 11637,  101(c) Subsec. (c)(7), (8). Pub. L. 11637,  101(a) (7) for fiscal year 2020 (A) for the revised security category, $630,000,000,000 in new budget authority; and (B) for the revised nonsecurity category, $578,000,000,000 in new budget authority; and (8) for fiscal year 2021 (A) for the revised security category, $644,000,000,000 in new budget authority; and (B) for the revised nonsecurity category, $590,000,000,000 in new budget authority;. 2018Subsec. (b)(2)(D)(i). Pub. L. 115141,  102(a)(1) (I) the average funding provided for disaster relief over the previous 10 years, excluding the highest and lowest years; and (II) the amount, for years when the enacted new discretionary budget authority designated as being for disaster relief for the preceding fiscal year was less than the average as calculated in subclause (I) for that fiscal year, that is the difference between the enacted amount and the allowable adjustment as calculated in such subclause for that fiscal year. Subsec. (b)(2)(D)(ii). Pub. L. 115141,  102(a)(2) Pub. L. 115334,  8704(a)(1)(A) March 23, 2018 August 2, 2011 Subsec. (b)(2)(E). Pub. L. 115123,  30206(c) Subsec. (b)(2)(F). Pub. L. 115141,  102(a)(3) Subsec. (c)(5), (6). Pub. L. 115123,  30101(a) 2015Subsec. (a)(7)(B). Pub. L. 114113 Subsec. (b)(2)(B)(i). Pub. L. 11474,  815(1)(A) Subsec. (b)(2)(B)(i)(VI). Pub. L. 11474,  815(1)(B) Subsec. (b)(2)(B)(i)(VII). Pub. L. 11474,  815(1)(C) Subsec. (b)(2)(B)(i)(VIII). Pub. L. 11474,  815(1)(D) Subsec. (b)(2)(B)(i)(X). Pub. L. 11474,  815(1)(E) Subsec. (b)(2)(B)(ii)(I). Pub. L. 11474,  815(2) Subsec. (b)(2)(B)(ii)(III). Pub. L. 11474,  815(3) Subsec. (c)(3), (4). Pub. L. 11474,  101(a) 2013Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 11367 Subsec. (c)(2), (3). Pub. L. 112240 (2) with respect to fiscal year 2013 (A) for the security category, $686,000,000,000 in new budget authority; and (B) for the nonsecurity category, $361,000,000,000 in new budget authority; (3) with respect to fiscal year 2014, for the discretionary category, $1,066,000,000,000 in new budget authority;. 2011 Pub. L. 11225 2005Subsec. (b)(1)(B) to (E). Pub. L. 10959,  8002 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10959,  8001(a) (A) for the highway category: $31,834,000,000 in outlays; (B) for the mass transit category: $1,462,000,000 in new budget authority and $6,629,000,000 in outlays; and (C) for the conservation spending category: $2,080,000,000, in new budget authority and $2,032,000,000 in outlays;. 2004Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 108310,  10(a) Pub. L. 10888,  10(a) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 108310,  10(b) Pub. L. 10888,  10(b) 2003Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 10888,  10(a) Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 10888,  10(b)(1) Subsec. (c)(2) to (16). Pub. L. 10888,  10(b) 2002Subsec. (c)(6)(A). Pub. L. 107117,  101(a)(1) Subsec. (c)(6)(C). Pub. L. 107117,  101(a)(2) Subsec. (c)(6)(D). Pub. L. 107117,  101(a)(3) 2000Subsec. (b)(2)(H). Pub. L. 106291,  801(b) Subsec. (c)(5)(A). Pub. L. 106429 Subsec. (c)(6)(D). Pub. L. 106291,  801(a)(1) Subsec. (c)(7)(C). Pub. L. 106291,  801(a)(2) Subsec. (c)(8) to (16). Pub. L. 106291,  801(a)(3) 1998Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 105178,  8101(d) Subsec. (c)(3)(D), (E). Pub. L. 105178,  8101(a)(1) Subsec. (c)(4)(C), (D). Pub. L. 105178,  8101(a)(2) Subsec. (c)(5). Pub. L. 105178,  8101(a)(3) Subsec. (c)(6). Pub. L. 105178,  8101(a)(4) Subsec. (c)(7). Pub. L. 105178,  8101(a)(5) 1997Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10533,  10203(a)(1) Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 10533,  10203(a)(2) Subsec. (a)(7). Pub. L. 10533,  10203(a)(3) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10533,  10203(a)(4) Subsec. (b)(2)(G). Pub. L. 10589 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10533,  10203(b) 1996Subsec. (b)(2)(G). Pub. L. 104208 Subsec. (b)(2)(H). Pub. L. 104121 Subsec. (b)(2)(H)(i). Pub. L. 104193,  211(d)(5)(B)(i) Subsec. (b)(2)(H)(ii)(I). Pub. L. 104193,  211(d)(5)(B)(ii) section 401(g)(1)(A) of title 42 1994Subsec. (b)(2)(D)(i). Pub. L. 103354 Subsec. (b)(2)(G). Pub. L. 103306 1993Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10366,  14002(c)(1)(A) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 10366,  14002(c)(1)(B)(i) Subsec. (b)(1)(B)(iii). Pub. L. 10366,  14002(c)(1)(B)(ii) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 10366,  14002(c)(1)(B)(iii) Subsec. (b)(2)(D)(i). Pub. L. 10366,  14002(c)(1)(B)(iv) Subsec. (b)(2)(E)(iv). Pub. L. 10366,  14002(c)(1)(B)(v) Subsec. (b)(2)(F). Pub. L. 10366,  14002(c)(1)(B)(vi) Subsec. (b)(2)(G). Pub. L. 10387 1990 Pub. L. 101508,  13101(a) Subsec. (a)(6)(I). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(e)(2) section 907(e) of this title 1987 Pub. L. 100119 Subsec. (a)(6)(B). Pub. L. 100203,  8003(f) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Pub. L. 115334, title VIII,  8704(a)(2) Dec. 20, 2018 132 Stat. 4877 The amendments made by paragraph (1) [amending this section and section 7102 of Title 16 Public Law 115141 Pub. L. 115141, div. O, title I,  102(b) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 1060 The amendment made by paragraph (1) of subsection (a) [amending this section] shall begin to apply in fiscal year 2019. Effective Date of 1997 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 10589 Nov. 19, 1997 section 501 of Pub. L. 10589 section 622 of Title 42 Effective Date of 1994 Amendment Pub. L. 103354, title I,  119(d)(1) Oct. 13, 1994 108 Stat. 3208 Jan. 1, 1995 Adjustment for Rounding Pub. L. 106429,  101(a) [title VII,  701(c)] Nov. 6, 2000 114 Stat. 1900 Pub. L. 106113, div. B,  1000(a)(5) [title III,  307] Nov. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 1536 Offsetting Adjustment in Discretionary Spending Limits Pub. L. 105178, title VIII,  8101(b) June 9, 1998 112 Stat. 489 Pub. L. 105206, title IX,  9013(a) July 22, 1998 112 Stat. 865 Level of Obligation Limitations Pub. L. 10959, title VIII,  8003 Aug. 10, 2005 119 Stat. 1917 Pub. L. 111147, title IV,  446(a) Mar. 18, 2010 124 Stat. 95 Pub. L. 111322, title II,  2308 Dec. 22, 2010 124 Stat. 3530 Pub. L. 1125, title III,  308 Mar. 4, 2011 125 Stat. 21  (a)  Highway Category For the purposes of [former] section 251(b) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 [former 2 U.S.C. 901(b) (1) for fiscal year 2005, $35,164,292,000; (2) for fiscal year 2006, $37,220,843,903; (3) for fiscal year 2007, $39,460,710,516; (4) for fiscal year 2008, $40,824,075,404; (5) for fiscal year 2009, $42,469,970,178; (6) for fiscal year 2010, $42,469,970,178; and (7) for fiscal year 2011, $42,469,970,178. (b)  Mass Transit Category For the purposes of section 251(b) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, the level of obligation limitations for the mass transit category is (1) for fiscal year 2005, $7,646,336,000; (2) for fiscal year 2006, $8,622,931,000; (3) for fiscal year 2007, $8,974,775,000; (4) for fiscal year 2008, $9,730,893,000; (5) for fiscal year 2009, $10,338,065,000; (6) for fiscal year 2010, $10,338,065,000; and (7) for fiscal year 2011, $10,338,065,000. For purposes of this subsection, the term obligation limitations means the sum of budget authority and obligation limitations. Similar provisions for prior fiscal years were contained in the following prior act: Pub. L. 105178, title VIII,  8103 June 9, 1998 112 Stat. 492 Pub. L. 10888,  11(a) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1128 Pub. L. 108310,  11(a) Sept. 30, 2004 118 Stat. 1161  901a. Enforcement of budget goal Discretionary appropriations and direct spending accounts shall be reduced in accordance with this section as follows: (1) Calculation of total deficit reduction OMB shall calculate the amount of the deficit reduction required by this section for each of fiscal years 2013 through 2021 by (A) starting with $1,200,000,000,000; (B) subtracting the amount of deficit reduction achieved by the enactment of a joint committee bill, as provided in section 401(b)(3)(B)(i)(II) of the Budget Control Act of 2011; (C) reducing the difference by 18 percent to account for debt service; (D) dividing the result by 9; and (E) for fiscal year 2013, reducing the amount calculated under subparagraphs (A) through (D) by $24,000,000,000. (2) Allocation to functions On March 1, 2013 section 904(c) of this title (3) Defense function reduction OMB shall calculate the reductions to discretionary appropriations and direct spending for each of fiscal years 2013 through 2021 for defense function spending as follows: (A) Discretionary OMB shall calculate the reduction to discretionary appropriations by (i) taking the total reduction for the defense function allocated for that year under paragraph (2); (ii) multiplying by the discretionary spending limit for the revised security category for that year; and (iii) dividing by the sum of the discretionary spending limit for the security category and OMBs baseline estimate of nonexempt outlays for direct spending programs within the defense function for that year. (B) Direct spending OMB shall calculate the reduction to direct spending by taking the total reduction for the defense function required for that year under paragraph (2) and subtracting the discretionary reduction calculated pursuant to subparagraph (A). (4) Nondefense function reduction OMB shall calculate the reduction to discretionary appropriations and to direct spending for each of fiscal years 2013 through 2021 for programs in nondefense functions as follows: (A) Discretionary OMB shall calculate the reduction to discretionary appropriations by (i) taking the total reduction for nondefense functions allocated for that year under paragraph (2); (ii) multiplying by the discretionary spending limit for the revised nonsecurity category for that year; and (iii) dividing by the sum of the discretionary spending limit for the revised nonsecurity category and OMBs baseline estimate of nonexempt outlays for direct spending programs in nondefense functions for that year. (B) Direct spending OMB shall calculate the reduction to direct spending programs by taking the total reduction for nondefense functions required for that year under paragraph (2) and subtracting the discretionary reduction calculated pursuant to subparagraph (A). (5) Implementing discretionary reductions (A) Fiscal year 2013 On March 1, 2013 section 903(f) of this title (i) for the revised security category, an amount equal to the defense function discretionary reduction calculated pursuant to paragraph (3); and (ii) for the revised nonsecurity category, an amount equal to the nondefense function discretionary reduction calculated pursuant to paragraph (4). (B) Fiscal years 20142021 Except as provided by paragraphs (10), (11), (12), and (13), on the date of the submission of its sequestration preview report for fiscal years 2014 through 2021 pursuant to section 904(c) of this title (i) for the revised security category by the amount of the defense function discretionary reduction calculated pursuant to paragraph (3); and (ii) for the revised nonsecurity category by the amount of the nondefense function discretionary reduction calculated pursuant to paragraph (4). (6) Implementing direct spending reductions (A) On the date specified in paragraph (2) during each applicable year, OMB shall prepare and the President shall order a sequestration, effective upon issuance, of nonexempt direct spending to achieve the direct spending reduction calculated pursuant to paragraphs (3) and (4). When implementing the sequestration of direct spending pursuant to this paragraph, OMB shall follow the procedures specified in section 935 of this title section 905 of this title section 906 of this title section 906(d) of this title (B) On the date on which the President submits the budget under section 1105 of title 31 (i) the percentage reduction for nonexempt direct spending for the defense function is the same percent as the percentage reduction for nonexempt direct spending for the defense function for fiscal year 2021 calculated under paragraph (3)(B); and (ii) the percentage reduction for nonexempt direct spending for nondefense functions is the same percent as the percentage reduction for nonexempt direct spending for nondefense functions for fiscal year 2021 calculated under paragraph (4)(B). (C) Notwithstanding the 2 percent limit specified in subparagraph (A) for payments for the Medicare programs specified in section 906(d) of this title April 1, 2022 June 30, 2022 (D) On the date on which the President submits the budget under section 1105 of title 31 section 906(d) of this title (i) with respect to the first 6 months in which such order is effective for such fiscal year, the payment reduction shall be 2.0 percent; and (ii) with respect to the second 6 months in which such order is effective for such fiscal year, the payment reduction shall be 0 percent. (7) Adjustment for Medicare If the percentage reduction for the Medicare programs would exceed 2 percent for a fiscal year in the absence of paragraph (6), OMB shall increase the reduction for all other discretionary appropriations and direct spending under paragraph (4) by a uniform percentage to a level sufficient to achieve the reduction required by paragraph (4) in the non-defense function. (8) Implementation of reductions Any reductions imposed under this section shall be implemented in accordance with section 906(k) of this title (9) Report On the dates specified in paragraph (2), OMB shall submit a report to Congress containing information about the calculations required under this section, the adjusted discretionary spending limits, a listing of the reductions required for each nonexempt direct spending account, and any other data and explanations that enhance public understanding of this title 1 1 (10) Implementing direct spending reductions for fiscal years 2014 and 2015 (A) OMB shall make the calculations necessary to implement the direct spending reductions calculated pursuant to paragraphs (3) and (4) without regard to the amendment made to section 901(c) of this title (B) Paragraph (5)(B) shall not be implemented for fiscal years 2014 and 2015. (11) Implementing direct spending reductions for fiscal years 2016 and 2017 (A) OMB shall make the calculations necessary to implement the direct spending reductions calculated pursuant to paragraphs (3) and (4) without regard to the amendment made to section 901(c) of this title (B) Paragraph (5)(B) shall not be implemented for fiscal years 2016 and 2017. (12) Implementing direct spending reductions for fiscal years 2018 and 2019 (A) OMB shall make the calculations necessary to implement the direct spending reductions calculated pursuant to paragraphs (3) and (4) without regard to the amendment made to section 901(c) of this title (B) Paragraph (5)(B) shall not be implemented for fiscal years 2018 and 2019. (13) Implementing direct spending reductions for fiscal years 2020 and 2021 (A) OMB shall make the calculations necessary to implement the direct spending reductions calculated pursuant to paragraphs (3) and (4) without regard to the amendment made to section 901(c) of this title (B) Paragraph (5)(B) shall not be implemented for fiscal years 2020 and 2021. ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  251A Pub. L. 11225, title III,  302(a) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 256 Pub. L. 112240, title IX,  901(a) Jan. 2, 2013 126 Stat. 2370 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  101(b) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1167 Pub. L. 11382,  1 Feb. 15, 2014 128 Stat. 1009 Pub. L. 11393, title II,  222 Apr. 1, 2014 128 Stat. 1077 Pub. L. 11474, title I,  101(b) Nov. 2, 2015 129 Stat. 586 Pub. L. 115123, div. C, title I,  30101(b) Feb. 9, 2018 132 Stat. 123 Pub. L. 11637, title I,  101(d) Aug. 2, 2019 133 Stat. 1050 Pub. L. 116136, div. A, title III,  3709(b) Mar. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 422 Pub. L. 1177,  1(b) Apr. 14, 2021 135 Stat. 251 Pub. L. 11758, div. I,  90001 Nov. 15, 2021 135 Stat. 1341 Pub. L. 11771,  2(b) Dec. 10, 2021 135 Stat. 1506 Pub. L. 117328, div. FF, title IV,  4163 Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 5931  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 401(b)(3)(B)(i)(II) of the Budget Control Act of 2011, referred to in par. (1)(B), is section 401(b)(3)(B)(i)(II) of title IV of Pub. L. 11225 section 900 of this title This title, referred to in par. (9), means title II ( 200 et seq.) of Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1038 section 900 of this title The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013, referred to in par. (10)(A), is div. A of Pub. L. 11367 Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1165 section 900 of this title The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015, referred to in par. (11)(A), is Pub. L. 11474 Nov. 2, 2015 129 Stat. 584 section 1 of Title 26 The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018, referred to in par. (12)(A), is Pub. L. 115123 Feb. 9, 2018 132 Stat. 64 section 1305 of Title 42 The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2019, referred to in par. (13)(A), is Pub. L. 11637 Aug. 2, 2019 133 Stat. 1049 section 900 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 901a, Pub. L. 99177, title II,  251A Pub. L. 103322, title XXXI,  310001(g)(1) Sept. 13, 1994 108 Stat. 2104 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10204(a)(1) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 702 Amendments 2022Par. (6)(B). Pub. L. 117328,  4163(1) section 1105 of title 31 section 904(c) of this title Par. (6)(C). Pub. L. 117328,  4163(2) Par. (6)(D). Pub. L. 117328,  4163(3) section 906(d) of this title (i) with respect to the first 6 months in which such order is effective for such fiscal year, the payment reduction shall be 2.25 percent; and (ii) with respect to the second 6 months in which such order is so effective for such fiscal year, the payment reduction shall be 3 percent. Par. (6)(E). Pub. L. 117328,  4163(3) section 906(d) of this title (i) with respect to the first 6 months in which such order is effective for such fiscal year, the payment reduction shall be 4.0 percent; and (ii) with respect to the second 6 months in which such order is so effective for such fiscal year, the payment reduction shall be 0 percent. 2021Par. (6)(B). Pub. L. 11758,  90001(1) Par. (6)(C). Pub. L. 11771,  2(b)(2) Pub. L. 11758,  90001(2)(A) Par. (6)(C)(i). Pub. L. 11758,  90001(2)(B) Pub. L. 1177,  1(b)(1) Par. (6)(C)(ii). Pub. L. 11758,  90001(2)(C) Pub. L. 1177,  1(b)(2) Par. (6)(C)(iii). Pub. L. 11758,  90001(2)(D) Pub. L. 1177,  1(b)(3) Par. (6)(D). Pub. L. 11771,  2(b)(2) Par. (6)(E). Pub. L. 11771,  2(b)(1) 2020Par. (6)(B). Pub. L. 116136,  3709(b)(1) Par. (6)(C). Pub. L. 116136,  3709(b)(2) 2019Par. (5)(B). Pub. L. 11637,  101(d)(1) Par. (6)(B). Pub. L. 11637,  402(1) Par. (6)(C). Pub. L. 11637,  402(2) Par. (13). Pub. L. 11637,  101(d)(2) 2018Par. (5)(B). Pub. L. 115123,  30101(b)(1) Par. (6)(B). Pub. L. 115123,  30101(c)(1) Par. (6)(C). Pub. L. 115123,  30101(c)(2) Par. (12). Pub. L. 115123,  30101(b)(2) 2015Par. (5)(B). Pub. L. 11474,  101(b)(1) Par. (6)(B). Pub. L. 11474,  101(c)(1) Par. (6)(C), (D). Pub. L. 11474,  101(c)(2) section 906(d) of this title (i) with respect to the first 6 months in which such order is effective for such fiscal year, the payment reduction shall be 2.90 percent; and (ii) with respect to the second 6 months in which such order is so effective for such fiscal year, the payment reduction shall be 1.11 percent. Par. (11). Pub. L. 11474,  101(b)(2) 2014Par. (6)(B). Pub. L. 11382 Par. (6)(D). Pub. L. 11393 2013 Pub. L. 11367,  101(d)(2)(A) January 15, 2012 section 901(c) of this title Par. (1). Pub. L. 11367,  101(d)(2)(B) Par. (2). Pub. L. 11367,  101(d)(2)(B) section 901(c) of this title Par. (3). Pub. L. 11367,  101(d)(2)(C) Par. (3)(E). Pub. L. 112240,  901(a) Par. (4). Pub. L. 11367,  101(d)(2)(C) Pub. L. 112240,  901(c)(1) March 1, 2013 January 2, 2013 Par. (5). Pub. L. 11367,  101(d)(2)(C) Par. (5)(B). Pub. L. 11367,  101(b)(2) Par. (6). Pub. L. 11367,  101(d)(2)(C) Pub. L. 11367,  101(c) Par. (6)(C). Pub. L. 11367,  1205 Par. (7). Pub. L. 11367,  101(d)(2)(C) Par. (7)(A). Pub. L. 112240,  901(c)(2) March 1, 2013 January 2, 2013 Par. (8). Pub. L. 11367,  101(d)(2)(C) Par. (9). Pub. L. 11367,  101(d)(2)(C) Par. (10). Pub. L. 11367,  101(b)(1) Par. (11). Pub. L. 11367,  101(d)(2)(C) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Temporary Suspension and Adjustment of Medicare Sequestration Pub. L. 116136, div. A, title III,  3709(a) Mar. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 421 Pub. L. 116260, div. N, title I,  102(a) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1950 Pub. L. 1177,  1(a)(1) Apr. 14, 2021 135 Stat. 251 Pub. L. 11771,  2(a)(1) Dec. 10, 2021 135 Stat. 1506 During the period beginning on May 1, 2020 March 31, 2022 42 U.S.C. 1395 Mar. 27, 2020 [ Pub. L. 11771,  2(a)(2) Dec. 10, 2021 135 Stat. 1506 The amendments made by paragraph (1) [amending section 3709(a) of Pub. L. 116136 Public Law 116136 [ Pub. L. 1177,  1(a)(2) Apr. 14, 2021 135 Stat. 251 The amendment made by paragraph (1) [amending section 3709(a) of Pub. L. 116136 Public Law 116136 [ Pub. L. 116260, div. N, title I,  102(b) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1950 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending section 3709(a) of Pub. L. 116136 Public Law 116136 2013 Sequester Pub. L. 112240, title IX,  901(e) Jan. 2, 2013 126 Stat. 2370  On March 1, 2013 2 U.S.C. 901a 2 U.S.C. 901(c)(2)  (2) For fiscal year 2013  (A) for the security category, $544,000,000,000 in budget authority; and  (B) for the nonsecurity category, $499,000,000,000 in budget authority;. Executive Documents  Sequestration Order for Fiscal Year 2024 Pursuant to Section 251A of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act, as Amended Order of President of the United States, dated Mar. 13, 2023 By the authority vested in me as President by the laws of the United States of America, and in accordance with section 251A of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act (the Act), as amended, 2 U.S.C. 901a October 1, 2023 March 13, 2023 All sequestrations shall be made in strict accordance with the requirements of section 251A of the Act and the specifications of the Office of Management and Budgets report of March 13, 2023  J.R. Biden, Jr. Sequestration orders pursuant to this section for prior fiscal years were contained in the following: 2023Order of President of the United States, dated Mar. 28, 2022 2022Order of President of the United States, dated May 28, 2021 2021Order of President of the United States, dated Feb. 10, 2020 2020Order of President of the United States, dated Mar. 18, 2019 2019Order of President of the United States, dated Feb. 12, 2018 2018Order of President of the United States, dated May 23, 2017 2017Order of President of the United States, dated Feb. 9, 2016 2016Order of President of the United States, dated Feb. 2, 2015 2015Order of President of the United States, dated Mar. 10, 2014 2014Order of President of the United States, dated Apr. 10, 2013 2013Order of President of the United States, dated Mar. 1, 2013  902. Enforcing pay-as-you-go (a) Purpose The purpose of this section is to assure that any legislation enacted before October 1, 2002 (b) Sequestration (1) Timing Not later than 15 calendar days after the date Congress adjourns to end a session and on the same day as a sequestration (if any) under section 901 or 903 of this title, there shall be a sequestration to offset the amount of any net deficit increase caused by all direct spending and receipts legislation enacted before October 1, 2002 (2) Calculation of deficit increase OMB shall calculate the amount of deficit increase or decrease by adding (A) all OMB estimates for the budget year of direct spending and receipts legislation transmitted under subsection (d); (B) the estimated amount of savings in direct spending programs applicable to the budget year resulting from the prior years sequestration under this section or section 903 of this title (C) any net deficit increase or decrease in the current year resulting from all OMB estimates for the current year of direct spending and receipts legislation transmitted under subsection (d) that were not reflected in the final OMB sequestration report for the current year. (c) Eliminating a deficit increase (1) The amount required to be sequestered in a fiscal year under subsection (b) shall be obtained from non-exempt direct spending accounts from actions taken in the following order: (A) First All reductions in automatic spending increases specified in section 906(a) 1 1 (B) Second If additional reductions in direct spending accounts are required to be made, the maximum reductions permissible under sections 906(b) of this title (guaranteed and direct student loans) and 906(c) 1 (C) Third (i) If additional reductions in direct spending accounts are required to be made, each remaining non-exempt direct spending account shall be reduced by the uniform percentage necessary to make the reductions in direct spending required by subsection (b); except that the medicare programs specified in section 906(d) of this title (ii) For purposes of determining reductions under clause (i), outlay reductions (as a result of sequestration of Commodity Credit Corporation commodity price support contracts in the fiscal year of a sequestration) that would occur in the following fiscal year shall be credited as outlay reductions in the fiscal year of the sequestration. (2) For purposes of this subsection, accounts shall be assumed to be at the level in the baseline. (d) Estimates (1) CBO estimates As soon as practicable after Congress completes action on any direct spending or receipts legislation, CBO shall provide an estimate to OMB of that legislation. (2) OMB estimates Not later than 7 calendar days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays) after the date of enactment of any direct spending or receipts legislation, OMB shall transmit a report to the House of Representatives and to the Senate containing (A) the CBO estimate of that legislation; (B) an OMB estimate of that legislation using current economic and technical assumptions; and (C) an explanation of any difference between the 2 estimates. (3) Significant differences If during the preparation of the report under paragraph (2) OMB determines that there is a significant difference between the OMB and CBO estimates, OMB shall consult with the Committees on the Budget of the House of Representatives and the Senate regarding that difference and that consultation, to the extent practicable, shall include written communication to such committees that affords such committees the opportunity to comment before the issuance of that report. (4) Scope of estimates The estimates under this section shall include the amount of change in outlays or receipts for the current year (if applicable), the budget year, and each outyear excluding any amounts resulting from (A) full funding of, and continuation of, the deposit insurance guarantee commitment in effect under current estimates; and (B) emergency provisions as designated under subsection (e). (5) Scorekeeping guidelines OMB and CBO, after consultation with each other and the Committees on the Budget of the House of Representatives and the Senate, shall (A) determine common scorekeeping guidelines; and (B) in conformance with such guidelines, prepare estimates under this section. (e) Emergency legislation If a provision of direct spending or receipts legislation is enacted that the President designates as an emergency requirement and that the Congress so designates in statute, the amounts of new budget authority, outlays, and receipts in all fiscal years resulting from that provision shall be designated as an emergency requirement in the reports required under subsection (d). This subsection shall not apply to direct spending provisions to cover agricultural crop disaster assistance. ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  252 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1072 Pub. L. 100119, title I,  102(a) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 764 Pub. L. 100203, title VIII,  8003(e) Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1330282 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388581 Pub. L. 10366, title XIV,  14003(a) Aug. 10, 1993 107 Stat. 684 Pub. L. 103354, title I,  119(d)(2) Oct. 13, 1994 108 Stat. 3208 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10205 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 702 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  121(1) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1174  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 906(a) of this title Pub. L. 111139, title I,  10(a) Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 21 Section 906(c) of this title Pub. L. 111139, title I,  10(c) Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 22 Amendments 2013Subsec. (b)(2)(B). Pub. L. 11367,  121(1) Subsec. (c)(1)(C)(i). Pub. L. 11367,  121(2) 1997Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10533,  10205(1) November 5, 1990 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10533,  10205(1) Nov. 5, 1990 Subsec. (c)(1)(B). Pub. L. 10533,  10205(2) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 10533,  10205(3) November 5, 1990 November 5, 1990 Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 10533,  10205(4) 1994Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 103354 1993Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10366,  14003(a)(1) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 10366,  14003(a)(2) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 10366,  14003(a)(3) 1990 Pub. L. 101508 1987 Pub. L. 100119 section 901 of this title Subsec. (c)(2)(F)(ii). Pub. L. 100203,  8003(e) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1994 Amendment Pub. L. 103354, title I,  119(d)(2) Oct. 13, 1994 108 Stat. 3208 Jan. 1, 1995 Congressional Budget Office Excepted From Certain Requirements Pub. L. 11225, title I,  104(b) Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246 Sections 252(d)(1), 254(c), 254(f)(3), and 254(i) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 [ 2 U.S.C. 902(d)(1) Reduction of Preexisting Paygo Balances Pub. L. 107312,  1 Dec. 2, 2002 116 Stat. 2456 Upon enactment of this Act [ Dec. 2, 2002 2 U.S.C. 902 Pay-As-You-Go Adjustment Pub. L. 107117, div. C,  102 Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2342 section 904(f)(3) of this title Conforming Paygo Scorecard With Transportation Equity Act for 21st Century Pub. L. 105178, title VIII,  8102 June 9, 1998 112 Stat. 492 Pub. L. 105206, title IX,  9013(c) July 22, 1998 112 Stat. 865 Upon the enactment of this Act [ June 9, 1998 2 U.S.C. 902(d) 23 U.S.C. 104 Reduction of Preexisting Balances and Exclusion of Effects of Pub. L. 10533 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10213 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 712  Upon the enactment of this Act [ Aug. 5, 1997 (1) reduce any balances of direct spending and receipts legislation for any fiscal year under section 252 of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 [ 2 U.S.C. 902 (2) not make any estimates of changes in direct spending outlays and receipts under subsection (d) of that section for any fiscal year resulting from the enactment of this Act [see Tables for classification] or of the Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997 [ Pub. L. 10534 Reduction of Direct Spending and Receipts Legislation Balances Pub. L. 10366, title XIV,  14003(c) Aug. 10, 1993 107 Stat. 685 Upon enactment of this Act [ Aug. 10, 1993 2 U.S.C. 902  903. Enforcing deficit targets (a) Sequestration Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session (other than of the One Hundred First Congress) and on the same day as a sequestration (if any) under section 901 of this title section 902 of this title section 901 of this title section 902 of this title (b) Excess deficit; margin The excess deficit is, if greater than zero, the estimated deficit for the budget year, minus (1) the maximum deficit amount for that year; (2) the amounts for that year designated as emergency direct spending or receipts legislation under section 902(e) of this title (3) for any fiscal year in which there is not a full adjustment for technical and economic reestimates, the deposit insurance reestimate for that year, if any, calculated under subsection (h). The margin for fiscal year 1992 or 1993 is zero and for fiscal year 1994 or 1995 is $15,000,000,000. (c) Dividing sequestration To eliminate the excess deficit in a budget year, half of the required outlay reductions shall be obtained from non-exempt defense accounts (accounts designated as function 050 in the Presidents fiscal year 1991 budget submission) and half from non-exempt, non-defense accounts (all other non-exempt accounts). (d) Defense Each non-exempt defense account shall be reduced by a dollar amount calculated by multiplying the level of sequestrable budgetary resources in that account at that time by the uniform percentage necessary to carry out subsection (c), except that, if any military personnel are exempt, adjustments shall be made under the procedure set forth in section 901(a)(3) of this title (e) Non-defense Actions to reduce non-defense accounts shall be taken in the following order: (1) First All reductions in automatic spending increases under section 906(a) 1 1 (2) Second If additional reductions in non-defense accounts are required to be made, the maximum reduction permissible under sections 906(b) of this title (guaranteed student loans) and 906(c) 1 (3) Third (A) If additional reductions in non-defense accounts are required to be made, each remaining non-exempt, non-defense account shall be reduced by the uniform percentage necessary to make the reductions in non-defense outlays required by subsection (c), except that (i) the medicare program specified in section 906(d) of this title section 902 of this title section 902 of this title (ii) the health programs set forth in section 906(e) of this title section 901 of this title and the uniform percent applicable to all other programs under this subsection shall be increased (if necessary) to a level sufficient to achieve the required reduction in non-defense outlays. (B) For purposes of determining reductions under subparagraph (A), outlay reduction (as a result of sequestration of Commodity Credit Corporation commodity price support contracts in the fiscal year of a sequestration) that would occur in the following fiscal year shall be credited as outlay reductions in the fiscal year of the sequestration. (f) Baseline assumptions; part-year appropriations (1) Budget assumptions For purposes of subsections (b), (c), (d), and (e), accounts shall be assumed to be at the level in the baseline minus any reductions required to be made under sections 901 and 902 of this title. (2) Part-year appropriations If, on the date specified in subsection (a), there is in effect an Act making or continuing appropriations for part of a fiscal year for any non-exempt budget account, then the dollar sequestration calculated for that account under subsection (d) or (e), as applicable, shall be subtracted from (A) the annualized amount otherwise available by law in that account under that or a subsequent part-year appropriation; and (B) when a full-year appropriation for that account is enacted, from the amount otherwise provided by the full-year appropriation; except that the amount to be sequestered from that account shall be reduced (but not below zero) by the savings achieved by that appropriation when the enacted amount is less than the baseline for that account. (g) Adjustments to maximum deficit amounts (1) Adjustments (A) When the President submits the budget for fiscal year 1992, the maximum deficit amounts for fiscal years 1992, 1993, 1994, and 1995 shall be adjusted to reflect up-to-date reestimates of economic and technical assumptions and any changes in concepts or definitions. When the President submits the budget for fiscal year 1993, the maximum deficit amounts for fiscal years 1993, 1994, and 1995 shall be further adjusted to reflect up-to-date reestimates of economic and technical assumptions and any changes in concepts or definitions. (B) When submitting the budget for fiscal year 1994, the President may choose to adjust the maximum deficit amounts for fiscal years 1994 and 1995 to reflect up-to-date reestimates of economic and technical assumptions. If the President chooses to adjust the maximum deficit amount when submitting the fiscal year 1994 budget, the President may choose to invoke the same adjustment procedure when submitting the budget for fiscal year 1995. In each case, the President must choose between making no adjustment or the full adjustment described in paragraph (2). If the President chooses to make that full adjustment, then those procedures for adjusting discretionary spending limits described in sections 901(b)(1)(C) 1 1 (C) When the budget for fiscal year 1994 or 1995 is submitted and the sequestration reports for those years under section 904 of this title section 901(b) of this title (D) For each fiscal year the adjustments required to be made with the submission of the Presidents budget for that year shall also be made when OMB submits the sequestration update report and the final sequestration report for that year, but OMB shall continue to use the economic and technical assumptions in the Presidents budget for that year. Each adjustment shall be made by increasing or decreasing the maximum deficit amounts set forth in section 665 1 (2) Calculations of adjustments The required increase or decrease shall be calculated as follows: (A) The baseline deficit or surplus shall be calculated using up-to-date economic and technical assumptions, using up-to-date concepts and definitions, and, in lieu of the baseline levels of discretionary appropriations, using the discretionary spending limits set forth in section 665 1 section 901 of this title (B) The net deficit increase or decrease caused by all direct spending and receipts legislation enacted after November 5, 1990 (i) the estimates of direct spending and receipts legislation transmitted under section 902(d) of this title (ii) the estimated amount of savings in direct spending programs applicable to each such fiscal year resulting from the prior years sequestration under this section or section 902 of this title (C) The amount calculated under subparagraph (B) shall be subtracted from the amount calculated under subparagraph (A). (D) The maximum deficit amount set forth in section 665 1 (E) The amount calculated under subparagraph (D) shall be the amount of the adjustment required by paragraph (1). (h) Treatment of deposit insurance (1) Initial estimates The initial estimates of the net costs of federal deposit insurance for fiscal year 1994 and fiscal year 1995 (assuming full funding of, and continuation of, the deposit insurance guarantee commitment in effect on the date of the submission of the budget for fiscal year 1993) shall be set forth in that budget. (2) Reestimates For fiscal year 1994 and fiscal year 1995, the amount of the reestimate of deposit insurance costs shall be calculated by subtracting the amount set forth under paragraph (1) for that year from the current estimate of deposit insurance costs (but assuming full funding of, and continuation of, the deposit insurance guarantee commitment in effect on the date of submission of the budget for fiscal year 1993). ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  253 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1078 Pub. L. 100119, title I,  103 Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 775 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388583  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 906(a) of this title Pub. L. 111139, title I,  10(a) Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 21 Section 906(c) of this title Pub. L. 111139, title I,  10(c) Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 22 Section 901(b) of this title Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10203(a)(4) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 699 Pub. L. 105178, title VIII,  8101(d) June 9, 1998 112 Stat. 490 Pub. L. 10959, title VIII,  8002 Aug. 10, 2005 119 Stat. 1916 Pub. L. 11225, title I,  101 Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 241 Section 665 of this title Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10118(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 695 Codification November 5, 1990 Pub. L. 101508 Amendments 1990 Pub. L. 101508 1987 Pub. L. 100119 December 15, 1987 April 1, 1986  904. Reports and orders (a) Timetable The timetable with respect to this subchapter for any budget year is as follows:     Date: Action to be completed:  January 21 Notification regarding optional adjustment of maximum deficit amount. 5 days before the Presidents budget submission CBO sequestration preview report. The Presidents budget submission OMB sequestration preview report. August 10 Notification regarding military personnel. August 15 CBO sequestration update report. August 20 OMB sequestration update report. 10 days after end of session CBO final sequestration report. 15 days after end of session OMB final sequestration report; Presidential order. (b) Submission and availability of reports Each report required by this section shall be submitted, in the case of CBO, to the House of Representatives, the Senate and OMB and, in the case of OMB, to the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the President on the day it is issued. On the following day a notice of the report shall be printed in the Federal Register. (c) Sequestration preview reports (1) Reporting requirement On the dates specified in subsection (a), OMB and CBO shall issue a preview report regarding discretionary, pay-as-you-go, and deficit sequestration based on laws enacted through those dates. (2) Discretionary sequestration report The preview reports shall set forth estimates for the current year and each subsequent year through 2025 of the applicable discretionary spending limits for each category and an explanation of any adjustments in such limits under section 901 of this title (3) Pay-as-you-go sequestration reports The preview reports shall set forth, for the current year and the budget year, estimates for each of the following: (A) The amount of net deficit increase or decrease, if any, calculated under section 902(b) of this title (B) A list identifying each law enacted and sequestration implemented after November 5, 1990 (C) The sequestration percentage or (if the required sequestration percentage is greater than the maximum allowable percentage for medicare) percentages necessary to eliminate a deficit increase under section 902(c) of this title (4) Deficit sequestration reports The preview reports shall set forth for the budget year estimates for each of the following: (A) The maximum deficit amount, the estimated deficit calculated under section 903(b) of this title (B) The amount of reductions required under section 902 of this title (C) The sequestration percentage necessary to achieve the required reduction in defense accounts under section 903(d) of this title (D) The reductions required under sections 903(e)(1) and 903(e)(2) of this title. (E) The sequestration percentage necessary to achieve the required reduction in non-defense accounts under section 903(e)(3) of this title The CBO report need not set forth the items other than the maximum deficit amount for fiscal year 1992, 1993, or any fiscal year for which the President notifies the House of Representatives and the Senate that he will adjust the maximum deficit amount under the option under section 903(g)(1)(B) of this title (5) Explanation of differences The OMB reports shall explain the differences between OMB and CBO estimates for each item set forth in this subsection. (d) Notification regarding military personnel On or before the date specified in subsection (a), the President shall notify the Congress of the manner in which he intends to exercise flexibility with respect to military personnel accounts under section 905(f) of this title (e) Sequestration update reports On the dates specified in subsection (a), OMB and CBO shall issue a sequestration update report, reflecting laws enacted through those dates, containing all of the information required in the sequestration preview reports. This report shall also contain a preview estimate of the adjustment for disaster funding for the upcoming fiscal year. (f) Final sequestration reports (1) Reporting requirement On the dates specified in subsection (a), OMB and CBO shall issue a final sequestration report, updated to reflect laws enacted through those dates. (2) Discretionary sequestration reports The final reports shall set forth estimates for each of the following: (A) For the current year and each subsequent year through 2025 the applicable discretionary spending limits for each category and an explanation of any adjustments in such limits under section 901 of this title (B) For the current year and the budget year the estimated new budget authority and outlays for each category and the breach, if any, in each category. (C) For each category for which a sequestration is required, the sequestration percentages necessary to achieve the required reduction. (D) For the budget year, for each account to be sequestered, estimates of the baseline level of sequestrable budgetary resources and resulting outlays and the amount of budgetary resources to be sequestered and resulting outlay reductions. (3) Pay-as-you-go and deficit sequestration reports The final reports shall contain all the information required in the pay-as-you-go and deficit sequestration preview reports. In addition, these reports shall contain, for the budget year, for each account to be sequestered, estimates of the baseline level of sequestrable budgetary resources and resulting outlays and the amount of budgetary resources to be sequestered and resulting outlay reductions. The reports shall also contain estimates of the effects on outlays of the sequestration in each outyear for direct spending programs. (4) Explanation of differences The OMB report shall explain any differences between OMB and CBO estimates of the amount of any net deficit change calculated under section 902(b) of this title 1 1 (5) Presidential order On the date specified in subsection (a), if in its final sequestration report OMB estimates that any sequestration is required, the President shall issue an order fully implementing without change all sequestrations required by the OMB calculations set forth in that report. This order shall be effective on issuance. (g) Within-session sequestration reports and order If an appropriation for a fiscal year in progress is enacted (after Congress adjourns to end the session for that budget year and before July 1 of that fiscal year) that causes a breach, 10 days later CBO shall issue a report containing the information required in paragraph (f)(2). Fifteen days after enactment, OMB shall issue a report containing the information required in paragraphs (f)(2) and (f)(4). On the same day as the OMB report, the President shall issue an order fully implementing without change all sequestrations required by the OMB calculations set forth in that report. This order shall be effective on issuance. (h) GAO compliance report Upon request of the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives or the Senate, the Comptroller General shall submit to the Congress and the President a report on (1) the extent to which each order issued by the President under this section complies with all of the requirements contained in this subchapter, either certifying that the order fully and accurately complies with such requirements or indicating the respects in which it does not; and (2) the extent to which each report issued by OMB or CBO under this section complies with all of the requirements contained in this subchapter, either certifying that the report fully and accurately complies with such requirements or indicating the respects in which it does not. (i) Low-growth report At any time, CBO shall notify the Congress if (1) during the period consisting of the quarter during which such notification is given, the quarter preceding such notification, and the 4 quarters following such notification, CBO or OMB has determined that real economic growth is projected or estimated to be less than zero with respect to each of any 2 consecutive quarters within such period; or (2) the most recent of the Department of Commerces advance preliminary or final reports of actual real economic growth indicate that the rate of real economic growth for each of the most recently reported quarter and the immediately preceding quarter is less than one percent. (j) Economic and technical assumptions In all reports required by this section, OMB shall use the same economic and technical assumptions as used in the most recent budget submitted by the President under section 1105(a) of title 31 ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  254 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1078 Pub. L. 100119, title I Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388586 Pub. L. 10366, title XIV Aug. 10, 1993 107 Stat. 684 Pub. L. 103322, title XXXI,  310001(g)(2) Sept. 13, 1994 108 Stat. 2105 Pub. L. 104316, title I,  102(d) Oct. 19, 1996 110 Stat. 3828 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10206 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 704 Pub. L. 11225, title I,  103 Aug. 2, 2011 125 Stat. 246 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  121(3) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1175 Pub. L. 1185, div. A, title I,  101(c) June 3, 2023 137 Stat. 13  Editorial Notes Codification November 5, 1990 Pub. L. 101508 Amendments 2023Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 1185,  101(c)(1) Subsec. (f)(2)(A). Pub. L. 1185,  101(c)(2) 2013Subsec. (c)(3)(A). Pub. L. 11367,  121(3) Subsec. (f)(4). Pub. L. 11367,  121(4) 2011Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 11225,  103(1) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 11225,  103(2) Subsec. (f)(2)(A). Pub. L. 11225,  103(3) 1997Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10533,  10206(1) section 903(g)(1)(B) of this title Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 10533,  10206(1) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 10533,  10206(1) Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 10533,  10206(1) Subsec. (f)(2)(A). Pub. L. 10533,  10206(4)(A) Subsec. (f)(3). Pub. L. 10533,  10206(4)(B) Subsec. (f)(4) to (6). Pub. L. 10533,  10206(4)(C) (A) The amount of budget authority appropriated from the Violent Crime Reduction Trust Fund and outlays resulting from those appropriations. (B) The sequestration percentage and reductions, if any, required under section 901a of this title Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 10533,  10206(1) Subsecs. (h) to (k). Pub. L. 10533,  10206(1) 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104316,  102(d)(1) Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 104316,  102(d)(2) 1994Subsec. (g)(4) to (6). Pub. L. 103322 1993Subsecs. (d)(2), (g)(2)(A), (3). Pub. L. 10366 1990 Pub. L. 101508 1987Subsec. (b)(1)(A). Pub. L. 100119,  102(b)(1) Subsec. (b)(1)(E). Pub. L. 100119,  106(e)(2) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Congressional Budget Office Excepted From Certain Requirements Subsections (c), (f)(3), and (i) of this section inapplicable to the Congressional Budget Office, see section 104(b) of Pub. L. 11225 section 902 of this title Fiscal Year Deficit Control Measures 1991 Pub. L. 10227, title IV,  401(b) Apr. 10, 1991 105 Stat. 154 Upon the enactment of this Act [ Apr. 10, 1991 November 9, 1990 2 U.S.C. 901 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13401 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388628  (a)  Order Rescinded Upon the enactment of this Act [ Nov. 5, 1990 August 25, 1990 October 15, 1990 2 U.S.C. 902 (b)  Amounts Restored Any action taken to implement the orders referred to in subsection (a) shall be reversed, and any sequestrable resource that has been reduced or sequestered by such orders is hereby restored, revived, or released and shall be available to the same extent and for the same purpose as if the orders had not been issued. (c)  Furloughed Employees (1) Federal employees furloughed as a result of the lapse in appropriations from midnight October 5, 1990 Pub. L. 101412 Oct. 9, 1990 (2) All obligations incurred in anticipation of the appropriations made and authority granted by House Joint Resolution 666 for the purposes of maintaining the essential level of activity to protect life and property and bringing about orderly termination of government functions are hereby ratified and approved if otherwise in accord with the provisions of that Act [ Pub. L. 101412 Oct. 9, 1990 104 Stat. 894 Pub. L. 101467,  105 Oct. 28, 1990 104 Stat. 1087  (a) Any order on sequestration for fiscal year 1991 issued before, on, or after the date of enactment of this joint resolution [ Oct. 28, 1990 2 U.S.C. 902 (b) Subsection (a) shall cease to be effective on the date set forth in section 101(b)(B) [ Nov. 5, 1990 Pub. L. 101461,  113 Oct. 25, 1990 104 Stat. 1078  (a) Any order on sequestration for fiscal year 1991 issued before, on, or after the date of enactment of this joint resolution [ Oct. 25, 1990 2 U.S.C. 902 (b) Subsection (a) shall cease to be effective on the date set forth in section 108(c) [ Oct. 27, 1990 Pub. L. 101444,  113 Oct. 19, 1990 104 Stat. 1033  (a) Any order on sequestration for fiscal year 1991 issued before, on, or after the date of enactment of this joint resolution [ Oct. 19, 1990 2 U.S.C. 902 (b) Subsection (a) shall cease to be effective on the date set forth in section 108(c) [ Oct. 24, 1990 Pub. L. 101412,  113 Oct. 9, 1990 104 Stat. 897  (a) Any order on sequestration for fiscal year 1991 issued before, on, or after the date of enactment of this joint resolution [ Oct. 9, 1990 2 U.S.C. 902 (b) Subsection (a) shall cease to be effective on the date set forth in section 108(c) [ Oct. 19, 1990 Pub. L. 101403, title I,  113 Oct. 1, 1990 104 Stat. 870  (a) Any order on sequestration for fiscal year 1991 issued before, on, or after the date of enactment of this joint resolution [ Oct. 1, 1990 2 U.S.C. 902 (b) Subsection (a) shall cease to be effective on the date set forth in section 108(c) [ Oct. 5, 1990 Final Order of the President of the United States, Nov. 9, 1990 Nov. 12, 1990 By the authority vested in me as President by the statutes of the United States of America, including section 254 of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 ( Public Law 99177 2 U.S.C. 904 Public Law 100119 Public Law 101508 November 9, 1990 2 U.S.C. 901 (1) Budgetary resources for each non-exempt account within the international category of discretionary spending shall be reduced as specified by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget in his report of November 9, 1990 (2) Pursuant to sections 250(c)(6) and 251 [former 2 U.S.C. 900(c)(6) 2 U.S.C. 901 (3) For accounts making commitments for guaranteed loans as authorized by substantive law, the head of each Department or agency is directed to reduce the level of such commitments or obligations to the extent necessary to conform to the limitations established by the Act [ Pub. L. 99177, title II 2 U.S.C. 900 November 9, 1990 All sequestrations shall be made in strict accordance with the specifications of the November 9th report of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget and the requirements of sections 251 and 254.  George Bush. Final Order of the President of the United States, Oct. 15, 1990 By the authority vested in me as President by the statutes of the United States of America, including section 252 of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 ( Public Law 99177 2 U.S.C. 902 Public Law 100119 October 15, 1990 2 U.S.C. 901 (1) Each automatic spending increase that would, but for the provisions of the Act, take effect during fiscal year 1991 is permanently sequestered or reduced as provided in section 252. (2) The following are sequestered as provided in section 252: new budget authority; unobligated balances; new loan guarantee commitments or limitations; new direct loan obligations, commitments, or limitations; spending authority as defined in section 401(c)(2) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974, as amended [ 2 U.S.C. 651(c)(2) (3) For accounts making payments otherwise required by substantive law, the head of each Department or agency is directed to modify the calculation of each such payment to the extent necessary to reduce the estimate of total required payments for the fiscal year by the amount specified by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget in his report of October 15, 1990 (4) For accounts making commitments for guaranteed loans as authorized by substantive law, the head of each Department or agency is directed to reduce the level of such commitments or obligations to the extent necessary to conform to the limitations established by the Act and specified by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget in his report of October 15, 1990 All reductions and sequestrations shall be made in strict accordance with the specifications of the October 15th report of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget and the requirements of section 252(b). This order supersedes the Initial Order issued on August 25, 1990 This order shall be published in the Federal Register.  George Bush. Initial Order of the President of the United States, Aug. 25, 1990 Oct. 15, 1990 1990 Pub. L. 101239, title VI,  6001 Dec. 19, 1989 103 Stat. 2139 Notwithstanding any other provision of law (including section 11002 [set out below] or any other provision of this Act, other than section 6201 [set out below]), the reductions in the amount of payments required under title XVIII of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 1395 October 16, 1989 2 U.S.C. 902(b) 2 U.S.C. 902(a)(4)(B) December 31, 1989 42 U.S.C. 1395c 42 U.S.C. 1395ww Pub. L. 101239, title VI,  6101 Dec. 19, 1989 103 Stat. 2168 Notwithstanding any other provision of law (including any other provision of this Act, other than section 6201 [set out below]), the reductions in the amount of payments required under title XVIII of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 1395 October 16, 1989 2 U.S.C. 902(b) 2 U.S.C. 902(a)(4)(B) March 31, 1990 42 U.S.C. 1395j Pub. L. 101239, title VI,  6201 Dec. 19, 1989 103 Stat. 2225 Notwithstanding any other provision of law (including section 11002 [set out below] or any other provision of this Act), the reductions in the amount of payments required under title XVIII of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 1395 October 16, 1989 2 U.S.C. 902(b) 2 U.S.C. 902(a)(4)(B) December 31, 1989 42 U.S.C. 1395 l section 402 of Pub. L. 90248 42 U.S.C. 1395b1 42 U.S.C. 1395 ll section 222 of Pub. L. 92603 42 U.S.C. 1395b1 42 U.S.C. 1395b1 Pub. L. 101239, title XI,  11002 Dec. 19, 1989 103 Stat. 2490  (a)  Order Rescinded (1) Upon the issuance of a new final order by the President under subsection (b)(4) [set out below], the order issued by the President on October 16, 1989 2 U.S.C. 902 (2) Except as otherwise provided in sections 6001, 6101, and 6201 [set out above], and subject to subsection (b), any action taken to implement the order issued by the President on October 16, 1989 (3) For purposes of section[s] 702(d) and 1101(c) of the Ethics Reform Act of 1989 [ Pub. L. 101194 5 U.S.C. 5305 2 U.S.C. 311 October 16, 1989 2 U.S.C. 902 January 31, 1990 (b)  Adjusted Reduction. (1) Before the close of the fifteenth calendar day beginning after the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 19, 1989 October 16, 1989 Pub. L. 99177, title II 2 U.S.C. 900 2 U.S.C. 901(c)(2) (2) Notwithstanding any provision of law other than this paragraph, the reductions and cancellations in the student loan programs described in section 256(c) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 [ 2 U.S.C. 906(c) October 16, 1989 December 31, 1989 (3) Notwithstanding any provision of law other than this paragraph, any automatic spending increase suspended or cancelled by the order issued by the President on October 16, 1989 (4) On the date that the Director submits a revised report to the President under paragraph (1) for fiscal year 1990, the President shall issue a new final order to make all of the reductions and cancellations specified in such report in conformity with section 252(a)(2) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 [ 2 U.S.C. 902(a)(2) October 16, 1989 (c)  Compliance Report by Comptroller General Before the close of the thirtieth day beginning after the date the President issues a new final order under subsection (b)(4), the Comptroller General shall submit to the Congress and the President a compliance report setting forth the information required under section 253 of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 [ 2 U.S.C. 903 (d)  No Double Reduction in Medicare With respect to items and services described in section 6001, 6101, or 6201 [set out above] for periods for which reductions are made pursuant to the respective sections, no reduction shall be made under subsection (b). New Final Order of the President of the United States, Dec. 27, 1989 By the authority vested in me as President by the statutes of the United States of America, including section 252 of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 ( Public Law 99177 2 U.S.C. 902 Public Law 100119 Public Law 101239 December 27, 1989 2 U.S.C. 901 (1) Each automatic spending increase that would, but for the provisions of the Act, take effect during fiscal year 1990 is permanently sequestered or reduced as provided in section 252 of the Act and section 11002 of OBRA. (2) The following are sequestered as provided in section 252 of the Act and section 11002 of OBRA: new budget authority; unobligated balances; new loan guarantee commitments or limitations; new direct loan obligations, commitments, or limitations; spending authority as defined in section 401(c)(2) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974, as amended [ 2 U.S.C. 651(c)(2) (3) For accounts making payments otherwise required by substantive law, the head of each department or agency is directed to modify the calculation of each such payment to the extent necessary to reduce the estimate of total required payments for the fiscal year by the amount specified by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget in his report of December 27, 1989 (4) For accounts making commitments for guaranteed loans or obligations for direct loans as authorized by substantive law, the head of each department or agency is directed to reduce the level of such commitments or obligations to the extent necessary to conform to the limitations established by the Act and by OBRA and specified by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget in his report of December 27, 1989 All reductions and sequestrations shall be made in strict accordance with the specifications of the December 27th report of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget and the requirements of section 252(b) of the Act and section 11002 of OBRA. This order shall be deemed to have become effective on October 16, 1989 This order shall be published [in the] Federal Register.  George Bush. Final Order of the President of the United States, Oct. 16, 1989 section 11002(a) of Pub. L. 101239 Dec. 27, 1989 Initial Order of the President of the United States, Aug. 25, 1989 Oct. 16, 1989 1989Final Order of the President of the United States, Oct. 15, 1988 Initial Order of the President of the United States, Aug. 25, 1988 1988 Pub. L. 100203, title IV Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 133042 Pub. L. 100202,  1 Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329 Order of the President of the United States, Nov. 20, 1987 Order of the President of the United States, Oct. 20, 1987 1986 Pub. L. 99366 July 31, 1986 100 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 99349, title II,  202 July 2, 1986 100 Stat. 748 Pub. L. 99255 Mar. 7, 1986 100 Stat. 39 Pub. L. 99322,  1 May 23, 1986 100 Stat. 494 Order of the President of the United States, Feb. 1, 1986  905. Exempt programs and activities (a) Social security benefits and tier I railroad retirement benefits Benefits payable under the old-age, survivors, and disability insurance program established under title II of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 401 1 1 (b) Veterans programs The following programs shall be exempt from reduction under any order issued under this subchapter: All programs administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Special benefits for certain World War II veterans (28040101701). (c) Net interest No reduction of payments for net interest (all of major functional category 900) shall be made under any order issued under this subchapter. (d) Refundable income tax credits and certain elective payments (1) Refundable income tax credits Payments to individuals made pursuant to provisions of title 26 establishing refundable tax credits shall be exempt from reduction under any order issued under this subchapter. (2) Certain elective payments Payments made to taxpayers pursuant to elections under subsection (d) of section 48D of title 26 (e) Non-defense unobligated balances Unobligated balances of budget authority carried over from prior fiscal years, except balances in the defense category, shall be exempt from reduction under any order issued under this subchapter. (f) Optional exemption of military personnel (1) In general The President may, with respect to any military personnel account, exempt that account from sequestration or provide for a lower uniform percentage reduction than would otherwise apply. (2) Limitation The President may not use the authority provided by paragraph (1) unless the President notifies the Congress of the manner in which such authority will be exercised on or before the date specified in section 904(a) of this title (g) Other programs and activities (1) (A) The following budget accounts and activities shall be exempt from reduction under any order issued under this subchapter: Activities resulting from private donations, bequests, or voluntary contributions to the Government. Activities financed by voluntary payments to the Government for goods or services to be provided for such payments. Administration of Territories, Northern Mariana Islands Covenant grants (14041201808). Advances to the Unemployment Trust Fund and Other Funds (16032701600). Black Lung Disability Trust Fund Refinancing (16032901601). Bonneville Power Administration Fund and borrowing authority established pursuant to section 13 of Public Law 93454 16 U.S.C. 838k Claims, Judgments, and Relief Acts (20189501808). Compact of Free Association (14041501808). Compensation of the President (110209011802). Comptroller of the Currency, Assessment Funds (20841308373). Continuing Fund, Southeastern Power Administration (89565302271). Continuing Fund, Southwestern Power Administration (89564902271). Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) for America Fund. Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) for America Defense Fund. Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) for America International Technology Security and Innovation Fund. Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) for America Workforce and Education Fund 2 2 Dual Benefits Payments Account (60011101601). Emergency Fund, Western Area Power Administration (89506902271). Exchange Stabilization Fund (20444403155). Farm Credit Administration Operating Expenses Fund (78413103351). Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation, Farm Credit Insurance Fund (78417103351). Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Deposit Insurance Fund (51459604373). Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, FSLIC Resolution Fund (51406503373). Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Noninterest Bearing Transaction Account Guarantee (51445803373). Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Senior Unsecured Debt Guarantee (51445703373). Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac). Federal Housing Finance Agency, Administrative Expenses (95553202371). Federal National Mortgage Corporation (Fannie Mae). Federal Payment to the District of Columbia Judicial Retirement and Survivors Annuity Fund (20171301752). Federal Payment to the District of Columbia Pension Fund (20171401601). Federal Payments to the Railroad Retirement Accounts (60011301601). Federal Reserve Bank Reimbursement Fund (20188401803). Financial Agent Services (20180201803). Foreign Military Sales Trust Fund (11824207155). Hazardous Waste Management, Conservation Reserve Program (12433603999). Host Nation Support Fund for Relocation (97833707051). Internal Revenue Collections for Puerto Rico (20573702806). Intragovernmental funds, including those from which the outlays are derived primarily from resources paid in from other government accounts, except to the extent such funds are augmented by direct appropriations for the fiscal year during which an order is in effect. Medical Facilities Guarantee and Loan Fund (75993103551). National Credit Union Administration, Central Liquidity Facility (25447003373). National Credit Union Administration, Corporate Credit Union Share Guarantee Program (25447603376). National Credit Union Administration, Credit Union Homeowners Affordability Relief Program (25447303371). National Credit Union Administration, Credit Union Share Insurance Fund (25446803373). National Credit Union Administration, Credit Union System Investment Program (25447403376). National Credit Union Administration, Operating fund (25405603373). National Credit Union Administration, Share Insurance Fund Corporate Debt Guarantee Program (25446903376). National Credit Union Administration, U.S. Central Federal Credit Union Capital Program (25447503376). Office of Thrift Supervision (20410803373). Panama Canal Commission Compensation Fund (16515502602). Payment of Vietnam and USS Pueblo prisoner-of-war claims within the Salaries and Expenses, Foreign Claims Settlement account (15010001153). Payment to Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund (24020001805). Payment to Department of Defense Medicare-Eligible Retiree Health Care Fund (97085001054). Payment to Judiciary Trust Funds (10094101752). Payment to Military Retirement Fund (97004001054). Payment to the Foreign Service Retirement and Disability Fund (19054001153). Payments to Copyright Owners (03517502376). Payments to Health Care Trust Funds (75058001571). Payment to Radiation Exposure Compensation Trust Fund (15033301054). Payments to Social Security Trust Funds (28040401651). Payments to the United States Territories, Fiscal Assistance (14041801806). Payments to trust funds from excise taxes or other receipts properly creditable to such trust funds. Payments to widows and heirs of deceased Members of Congress (00021501801). Postal Service Fund (18402003372). Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund. Radiation Exposure Compensation Trust Fund (15811601054). Reimbursement to Federal Reserve Banks (20056201803). Salaries of Article III judges. Soldiers and Airmens Home, payment of claims (84893007705). Tennessee Valley Authority Fund, except nonpower programs and activities (64411003999). Tribal and Indian trust accounts within the Department of the Interior which fund prior legal obligations of the Government or which are established pursuant to Acts of Congress regarding Federal management of tribal real property or other fiduciary responsibilities, including but not limited to Tribal Special Fund (14526502452), Tribal Trust Fund (14803007452), White Earth Settlement (14220401452), and Indian Water Rights and Habitat Acquisition (14550502303). United Mine Workers of America 1992 Benefit Plan (95826007551). United Mine Workers of America 1993 Benefit Plan (95853507551). United Mine Workers of America Combined Benefit Fund (95829507551). United States Enrichment Corporation Fund (95405403271). Universal Service Fund (27518302376). Vaccine Injury Compensation (75032001551). Vaccine Injury Compensation Program Trust Fund (20817507551). (B) The following Federal retirement and disability accounts and activities shall be exempt from reduction under any order issued under this subchapter: Black Lung Disability Trust Fund (20814407601). Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System Fund (56340001054). Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund (24813507602). Comptrollers general retirement system (05010701801). Contributions to U.S. Park Police annuity benefits, Other Permanent Appropriations (14992402303). Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Retirement Fund (95829007705). Department of Defense Medicare-Eligible Retiree Health Care Fund (97547202551). District of Columbia Federal Pension Fund (20551102601). District of Columbia Judicial Retirement and Survivors Annuity Fund (20821207602). Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Fund (16152301053). Foreign National Employees Separation Pay (97816507051). Foreign Service National Defined Contributions Retirement Fund (19549702602). Foreign Service National Separation Liability Trust Fund (19834007602). Foreign Service Retirement and Disability Fund (19818607602). Government Payment for Annuitants, Employees Health Benefits (24020601551). Government Payment for Annuitants, Employee Life Insurance (24050001602). Judicial Officers Retirement Fund (10812207602). Judicial Survivors Annuities Fund (10811007602). Military Retirement Fund (97809707602). National Railroad Retirement Investment Trust (60811807601). National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration retirement (13145001306). Pensions for former Presidents (47010501802). Postal Service Retiree Health Benefits Fund (24539102551). Public Safety Officer Benefits (15040301754). Rail Industry Pension Fund (60801107601). Retired Pay, Coast Guard (70060201403). Retirement Pay and Medical Benefits for Commissioned Officers, Public Health Service (75037901551). September 11th Victim Compensation Fund (15034001754). Special Benefits for Disabled Coal Miners (16016901601). Special Benefits, Federal Employees Compensation Act (16152101600). Special Workers Compensation Expenses (16997107601). Tax Court Judges Survivors Annuity Fund (23811507602). United States Court of Federal Claims Judges Retirement Fund (10812407602). United States Secret Service, DC Annuity (70040001751). Victims Compensation Fund established under section 410 of the Air Transportation Safety and System Stabilization Act ( 49 U.S.C. 40101 United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund. Voluntary Separation Incentive Fund (97833507051). World Trade Center Health Program Fund (75094601551). (2) Prior legal obligations of the Government in the following budget accounts and activities shall be exempt from any order issued under this subchapter: Biomass Energy Development (20011401271). Check Forgery Insurance Fund (20410903803). Credit liquidating accounts. Credit reestimates. Employees Life Insurance Fund (24842408602). Federal Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund (69412003402). Federal Crop Insurance Corporation Fund (12408503351). Federal Emergency Management Agency, National Flood Insurance Fund (58423603453). Geothermal resources development fund (89020601271). Low-Rent Public HousingLoans and Other Expenses (86409803604). Maritime Administration, War Risk Insurance Revolving Fund (69430203403). Natural Resource Damage Assessment Fund (14161801302). United States International Development Finance Corporation. Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation Fund (16420403601). San Joaquin Restoration Fund (14553702301). Servicemembers Group Life Insurance Fund (36400903701). Terrorism Insurance Program (20012301376). (h) Low-income programs The following programs shall be exempt from reduction under any order issued under this subchapter: Academic Competitiveness/Smart Grant Program (91020501502). Child Care Entitlement to States (75155001609). Child Enrollment Contingency Fund (75555102551). Child Nutrition Programs (with the exception of special milk programs) (12353901605). Childrens Health Insurance Fund (75051501551). Commodity Supplemental Food Program (12350701605). Contingency Fund (75152201609). Family Support Programs (75150101609). Federal Pell Grants under section 1070a of title 20 Grants to States for Medicaid (75051201551). Payments for Foster Care and Permanency (75154501609). Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (12350501605). Supplemental Security Income Program (28040601609). Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (75155201609). (i) Economic recovery programs The following programs shall be exempt from reduction under any order issued under this subchapter: GSE Preferred Stock Purchase Agreements (20012501371). Office of Financial Stability (20012801376). Special Inspector General for the Troubled Asset Relief Program (20013301376). (j) Split treatment programs Each of the following programs shall be exempt from any order under this subchapter to the extent that the budgetary resources of such programs are subject to obligation limitations in appropriations bills: Federal-Aid Highways (69808307401). Highway Traffic Safety Grants (69802007401). Operations and Research NHTSA and National Driver Register (69801607401). Motor Carrier Safety Operations and Programs (69815907401). Motor Carrier Safety Grants (69815807401). Formula and Bus Grants (69835007401). Grants-In-Aid for Airports (69810607402). (k) Identification of programs For purposes of subsections (b), (g), and (h), each account is identified by the designated budget account identification code number set forth in the Budget of the United States Government 2010Appendix, and an activity within an account is designated by the name of the activity and the identification code number of the account. ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  255 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1082 Pub. L. 99509, title VII,  7002(a) Oct. 21, 1986 100 Stat. 1949 Pub. L. 99514,  2 Oct. 22, 1986 100 Stat. 2095 Pub. L. 10086, title V,  506(a) Aug. 10, 1987 101 Stat. 634 Pub. L. 100119, title I,  104(a)(1) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 775777 Pub. L. 10173, title VII,  743(a) Aug. 9, 1989 103 Stat. 437 Pub. L. 101220,  8 Dec. 12, 1989 103 Stat. 1881 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(c) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388589 Pub. L. 10254,  13(a) June 13, 1991 105 Stat. 274 Pub. L. 10283,  5(c)(2) Aug. 6, 1991 105 Stat. 406 Pub. L. 102486, title IX,  902(d) Oct. 24, 1992 106 Stat. 2944 Pub. L. 102572, title VI,  601 Oct. 29, 1992 106 Stat. 4514 Pub. L. 104193, title I,  110(r)(1) Aug. 22, 1996 110 Stat. 2175 Pub. L. 104208, div. A, title II,  2704(d)(10) Sept. 30, 1996 110 Stat. 3009489 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10207 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 704 Pub. L. 109171, title II,  2102(b) Feb. 8, 2006 120 Stat. 9 Pub. L. 111139, title I,  11 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 23 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  121(5) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1175 Pub. L. 114113, div. O, title IV,  403(a) Dec. 18, 2015 129 Stat. 3007 Pub. L. 115254, div. F, title VI,  1470(a) Oct. 5, 2018 132 Stat. 3515 Pub. L. 117167, div. A Aug. 9, 2022 136 Stat. 1378  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Social Security Act, referred to in subsec. (a), is act Aug. 14, 1935, ch. 531 49 Stat. 620 section 1305 of Title 42 Sections 231b and 231c of title 45, referred to in subsec. (a), were in the original references to sections 3 and 4 of the Railroad Retirement Act of 1937 ( 45 U.S.C. 231 act Aug. 29, 1935, ch. 812 June 24, 1937, ch. 382 50 Stat. 307 Pub. L. 93445, title I Oct. 16, 1974 88 Stat. 1305 The Federal Employees Compensation Act, referred to in subsec. (g)(1)(B), which is act Sept. 7, 1916, ch. 458 39 Stat. 742 Pub. L. 89554 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 378 Section 410 of the Air Transportation Safety and System Stabilization Act, referred to in subsec. (g)(1)(B), is section 410 of Pub. L. 10742 section 40101 of Title 49 Amendments 2022Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 117167,  107(c) Subsec. (g)(1)(A). Pub. L. 117167,  106(d) Pub. L. 117167,  102(e) 2018Subsec. (g)(2). Pub. L. 115254 2015Subsec. (g)(1)(B). Pub. L. 114113 2013Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11367,  121(5) Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 11367,  121(6) section 1070a of title 20 Subsec. (j). Pub. L. 11367,  121(8) Pub. L. 11367,  121(7) Subsec. (k). Pub. L. 11367,  121(8) 2010Subsecs. (a) to (d). Pub. L. 111139,  11(b) Subsecs. (g), (h). Pub. L. 111139,  11(c) Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 111139,  11(d) Subsec. (j). Pub. L. 111139,  11(d) Pub. L. 111139,  11(a) 2006Subsec. (g)(1)(A). Pub. L. 109171 Pub. L. 104208,  2704(d)(10) 1997Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10533,  10207(a) Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 10533,  10207(b) section 907 of this title Subsec. (g)(1)(A). Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(KK) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(JJ) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(II) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(HH) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(GG) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(FF) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(EE) Public Law 99658 Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(DD) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(CC) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(BB) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(AA) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(Z) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(Y) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(X) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(W) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(V) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(U) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(T) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(S) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(R) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(Q) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(P) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(O) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(N) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(M) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(L) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(K) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(J) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(I) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(H) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(G) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(F) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(E) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(D) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(C) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(B) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(1)(A) Subsec. (g)(1)(B). Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(2)(E) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(2)(D) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(2)(C) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(2)(B) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(2)(A) Subsec. (g)(2). Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(3)(E) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(3)(D) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(3)(C) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(3)(B) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(c)(3)(A) Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 10533,  10207(f) (1) The President may, with respect to any military personnel account, exempt that account from sequestration or provide for a lower uniform percentage reduction than would otherwise apply. (2) The President may not use the authority provided by paragraph (1) unless he notifies the Congress of the manner in which such authority will be exercised on or before the initial snapshot date for the budget year. Pub. L. 10533,  10207(d)(4) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(d)(3) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(d)(2) Pub. L. 10533,  10207(d)(1) Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 10533,  10207(e) 1996Subsec. (g)(1)(A). Pub. L. 104208,  2704(d)(10) Pub. L. 109171 Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 104193 1992Subsec. (g)(1)(A). Pub. L. 102572,  601(b) Pub. L. 102486 Subsec. (g)(1)(B). Pub. L. 102572,  601(a) 1991Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10283 section 2307 of title 38 section 907 of title 38 Subsec. (g)(2). Pub. L. 10254 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(c)(1) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(c)(2) Subsec. (g)(1)(B). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(c)(3) Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(c)(4) 1989Subsec. (g)(1)(A). Pub. L. 101220 Pub. L. 10173,  743(a)(1) Pub. L. 10173,  743(a)(2) Pub. L. 10173,  743(a)(3) Pub. L. 10173,  743(a)(4) Subsec. (g)(2). Pub. L. 10173,  743(c) 1987Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 100119,  104(b)(1) section 907 of title 38 Subsec. (g)(1). Pub. L. 100119,  104(a)(2) Public Law 99658 Pub. L. 10086 Subsec. (g)(2). Pub. L. 100119,  104(c)(1) Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 100119,  104(a)(1) 1986Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 99514 Subsec. (g)(1). Pub. L. 99509 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2022 Amendment Pub. L. 117167, div. A,  107(f) Aug. 9, 2022 136 Stat. 1399  (1)  In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), the amendments made by this section [enacting section 48D of Title 26 December 31, 2022 January 1, 2023 Aug. 9, 2022 (2)  Exemption of elective payments from sequestration The amendment made by subsection (c) [amending this section] shall apply to any sequestration order issued under the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 ( 2 U.S.C. 900 December 31, 2022 Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Pub. L. 115254, div. F, title VI,  1470(w) Oct. 5, 2018 132 Stat. 3519 The amendments made by this section [amending this section, sections 5314, 5315, and 5316 of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees, sections 649, 4721, 4727, and 4902 of Title 15, Commerce and Trade, section 709 of Title 18 section 4421 of Title 19 section 1131c of Title 20 section 9101 of Title 31 [For definition of transition period as used in section 1470(w) of Pub. L. 115254 section 9681 of Title 22 Effective Date of 2015 Amendment Pub. L. 114113, div. O, title IV,  403(b) Dec. 18, 2015 129 Stat. 3007 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply to any sequestration order issued under the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 ( 2 U.S.C. 900 Dec. 18, 2015 Effective Date of 2006 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 109171 Feb. 8, 2006 section 2102(c) of Pub. L. 109171 section 1821 of Title 12 Effective Date of 1996 Amendments Amendment by Pub. L. 104208 Jan. 1, 1999 section 2704(c) of Pub. L. 104208 section 1821 of Title 12 Amendment by Pub. L. 104193 July 1, 1997 section 116 of Pub. L. 104193 section 601 of Title 42 Effective Date of 1992 Amendment Pub. L. 102572, title XI,  1101(a) Oct. 29, 1992 106 Stat. 4524 Except as otherwise provided in this Act, the provisions of this Act and the amendments made by this Act [see Tables for classification] shall take effect on January 1, 1993 Effective Date of 1986 Amendment Pub. L. 99509, title VII,  7002(b) Oct. 21, 1986 100 Stat. 1949 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply to fiscal years beginning after September 30, 1986 Soldiers and Airmens Home The Soldiers and Airmens Home, referred to in subsec. (g)(1)(A), was incorporated into the Armed Forces Retirement Home by section 411 of Title 24  906. General and special sequestration rules (a) Repealed. Pub. L. 111139, title I,  10(a) Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 21 (b) Student loans For all student loans under part B or D of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 [ 20 U.S.C. 1071 section 904 of this title 20 U.S.C. 10871(c)(2) 20 U.S.C. 1078(f)(1)(A)(ii) 20 U.S.C. 10871(b) (c) Repealed. Pub. L. 111139, title I,  10(c) Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 22 (d) Special rules for Medicare program (1) Calculation of reduction in payment amounts To achieve the total percentage reduction in those programs required by section 902 or 903 of this title, subject to paragraph (2), and notwithstanding section 710 of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 911 section 904 of this title 42 U.S.C. 1395 (A) in the case of parts A and B of such title [ 42 U.S.C. 1395c (B) in the case of parts C and D [ 42 U.S.C. 1395w21 such that the reduction made in payments under that order shall achieve the required total percentage reduction in those payments for that period. (2) Uniform reduction rate; maximum permissible reduction Reductions in payments for programs and activities under such title XVIII [ 42 U.S.C. 1395 section 904 of this title (3) Timing of application of reductions (A) In general Except as provided in subparagraph (B), if a reduction is made under paragraph (1) in payment amounts pursuant to a sequestration order, the reduction shall be applied to payment for services furnished during the effective period of the order. For purposes of the previous sentence, in the case of inpatient services furnished for an individual, the services shall be considered to be furnished on the date of the individuals discharge from the inpatient facility. (B) Payment on the basis of cost reporting periods In the case in which payment for services of a provider of services is made under title XVIII of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 1395 (4) Timing of subsequent sequestration order A sequestration order required by section 902 or 903 of this title with respect to programs under such title XVIII [ 42 U.S.C. 1395 (5) No increase in beneficiary charges in assignment-related cases If a reduction in payment amounts is made under paragraph (1) for services for which payment under part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 1395j 42 U.S.C. 1395u(b)(3)(B)(ii) 42 U.S.C. 1395u(b)(6)(B) 42 U.S.C. 1395gg(f)(1) (6) Sequestration disregarded in computing payment amounts The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall not take into account any reductions in payment amounts which have been or may be effected under this subchapter, for purposes of computing any adjustments to payment rates under such title XVIII [ 42 U.S.C. 1395 (A) the part C growth percentage under section 1853(c)(6) [ 42 U.S.C. 1395w23(c)(6) (B) the part D annual growth rate under section 1860D2(b)(6) [ 42 U.S.C. 1395w102(b)(6) (C) application of risk corridors to part D payment rates under section 1860D15(e) [ 42 U.S.C. 1395w115(e) (7) Exemptions from sequestration In addition to the programs and activities specified in section 905 of this title (A) Part D low-income subsidies Premium and cost-sharing subsidies under section 1860D14 of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 1395w114 (B) Part D catastrophic subsidy Payments under section 1860D15(b) and (e)(2)(B) of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 1395w115(b) (C) Qualified individual (QI) premiums Payments to States for coverage of Medicare cost-sharing for certain low-income Medicare beneficiaries under section 1933 of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 1396u3 (e) Community and migrant health centers, Indian health services and facilities, and veterans medical care (1) The maximum permissible reduction in budget authority for any account listed in paragraph (2) for any fiscal year, pursuant to an order issued under section 904 of this title (2) The accounts referred to in paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) Community health centers (75-0350-0-1-550). (B) Migrant health centers (75-0350-0-1-550). (C) Indian health facilities (75-0391-0-1-551). (D) Indian health services (75-0390-0-1-551). (E) Veterans medical care (36-0160-0-1-703). For purposes of the preceding provisions of this paragraph, programs are identified by the designated budget account identification code numbers set forth in the Budget of the United States GovernmentAppendix. (f) Treatment of child support enforcement program Notwithstanding any change in the display of budget accounts, any order issued by the President under section 904 of this title 42 U.S.C. 655 (g) Federal pay (1) In general For purposes of any order issued under section 904 of this title (A) Federal pay under a statutory pay system, and (B) elements of military pay, shall be subject to reduction under an order in the same manner as other administrative expense components of the Federal budget; except that no such order may reduce or have the effect of reducing the rate of pay to which any individual is entitled under any such statutory pay system (as increased by any amount payable under section 5304 of title 5 section 5303 of title 5 section 1009 of title 37 (2) Definitions For purposes of this subsection: (A) The term statutory pay system shall have the meaning given that term in section 5302(1) of title 5 (B) The term elements of military pay means (i) the elements of compensation of members of the uniformed services specified in section 1009 of title 37 (ii) allowances provided members of the uniformed services under sections 403b and 405 of such title, and (iii) cadet pay and midshipman pay under section 203(c) of such title. (C) The term uniformed services shall have the meaning given that term in section 101(3) of title 37 (h) Treatment of Federal administrative expenses (1) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, 1 1 section 904 of this title (2) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, administrative expenses of any program, project, activity, or account which is self-supporting and does not receive appropriations shall be subject to reduction under a sequester order, unless specifically exempted in this subchapter. (3) Payments made by the Federal Government to reimburse or match administrative costs incurred by a State or political subdivision under or in connection with any program, project, activity, or account shall not be considered administrative expenses of the Federal Government for purposes of this section, and shall be subject to reduction or sequestration under this subchapter to the extent (and only to the extent) that other payments made by the Federal Government under or in connection with that program, project, activity, or account are subject to such reduction or sequestration; except that Federal payments made to a State as reimbursement of administrative costs incurred by such State under or in connection with the unemployment compensation programs specified in subsection (h)(1) 1 (4) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, this subsection shall not apply with respect to the following: (A) Comptroller of the Currency. (B) Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. (C) National Credit Union Administration. (D) National Credit Union Administration, central liquidity facility. (E) Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board. (F) Farm Credit Administration. (G) Cost of War Toxic Exposures Fund. (i) Treatment of payments and advances made with respect to unemployment compensation programs (1) For purposes of section 904 of this title (A) any amount paid as regular unemployment compensation by a State from its account in the Unemployment Trust Fund (established by section 904(a) of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 1104(a) (B) any advance made to a State from the Federal unemployment account (established by section 904(g) of such Act [ 42 U.S.C. 1104(g) 42 U.S.C. 1321 42 U.S.C. 1323 (C) any payment made from the Federal Employees Compensation Account (as established under section 909 of such Act [ 42 U.S.C. 1109 (D) any payment made from the Railroad Unemployment Insurance Account (established by section 10 of the Railroad Unemployment Insurance Act [ 45 U.S.C. 360 45 U.S.C. 351 shall not be subject to reduction. (2) (A) A State may reduce each weekly benefit payment made under the Federal-State Extended Unemployment Compensation Act of 1970 for any week of unemployment occurring during any period with respect to which payments are reduced under an order issued under section 904 of this title (B) A reduction by a State in accordance with subparagraph (A) shall not be considered as a failure to fulfill the requirements of section 3304(a)(11) of title 26 (j) Commodity Credit Corporation (1) Powers and authorities of the Commodity Credit Corporation This title 1 (2) Reduction in payments made under contracts (A) Loan eligibility under any contract entered into with a person by the Commodity Credit Corporation prior to the time an order has been issued under section 904 of this title (B) Each loan contract entered into with producers or producer cooperatives with respect to a particular crop of a commodity and subject to reduction under subparagraph (A) shall be reduced in accordance with the same terms and conditions. If some, but not all, contracts applicable to a crop of a commodity have been entered into prior to the issuance of an order under section 904 of this title (3) Delayed reduction in outlays permissible Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, 1 section 904 of this title (4) Uniform percentage rate of reduction and other limitations All reductions described in paragraph (2) which are required to be made in connection with an order issued under section 904 of this title (5) Dairy program Notwithstanding any other provision of this subsection, as the sole means of achieving any reduction in outlays under the milk price support program, the Secretary of Agriculture shall provide for a reduction to be made in the price received by producers for all milk produced in the United States and marketed by producers for commercial use. That price reduction (measured in cents per hundred weight of milk marketed) shall occur under section 1446(d)(2)(A) of title 7 section 904 of this title (6) Certain authority not to be limited Nothing in this joint resolution shall limit or reduce, in any way, any appropriation that provides the Commodity Credit Corporation with budget authority to cover the Corporations net realized losses. (k) Effects of sequestration The effects of sequestration shall be as follows: (1) Budgetary resources sequestered from any account shall be permanently cancelled, except as provided in paragraph (6). (2) Except as otherwise provided, the same percentage sequestration shall apply to all programs, projects, and activities within a budget account (with programs, projects, and activities as delineated in the appropriation Act or accompanying report for the relevant fiscal year covering that account, or for accounts not included in appropriation Acts, as delineated in the most recently submitted Presidents budget). (3) Administrative regulations or similar actions implementing a sequestration shall be made within 120 days of the sequestration order. To the extent that formula allocations differ at different levels of budgetary resources within an account, program, project, or activity, the sequestration shall be interpreted as producing a lower total appropriation, with the remaining amount of the appropriation being obligated in a manner consistent with program allocation formulas in substantive law. (4) Except as otherwise provided, obligations in sequestered accounts shall be reduced only in the fiscal year in which a sequester occurs. (5) If an automatic spending increase is sequestered, the increase (in the applicable index) that was disregarded as a result of that sequestration shall not be taken into account in any subsequent fiscal year. (6) Budgetary resources sequestered in revolving, trust, and special fund accounts and offsetting collections sequestered in appropriation accounts shall not be available for obligation during the fiscal year in which the sequestration occurs, but shall be available in subsequent years to the extent otherwise provided in law. ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  256 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1086 Pub. L. 99514,  2 Oct. 22, 1986 100 Stat. 2095 Pub. L. 10086, title V,  506(b) Aug. 10, 1987 101 Stat. 634 Pub. L. 100119, title I Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 10173, title VII,  743(b) Aug. 9, 1989 103 Stat. 437 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(d) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388589 Pub. L. 101509, title V,  529 [title I,  101(b)(2)(A), (4)(H)] Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1427 Pub. L. 104193, title I,  110(r)(2) Aug. 22, 1996 110 Stat. 2175 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10208(a)(1) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 708710 Pub. L. 111139, title I Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 21 Pub. L. 111203, title III,  352 July 21, 2010 124 Stat. 1546 Pub. L. 11281, div. A, title VI,  631(f)(4)(B) Dec. 31, 2011 125 Stat. 1465 Pub. L. 112239, div. A, title X,  1076(a)(9) Jan. 2, 2013 126 Stat. 1948 Pub. L. 116260, div. N, title II,  235(a) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1959 Pub. L. 117168, title VIII,  805(b) Aug. 10, 2022 136 Stat. 1805 Pub. L. 117263, div. A, title VI,  626(a) Dec. 23, 2022 136 Stat. 2628  Amendment of Section For termination of amendment by section 235(c) of Pub. L. 116260 Editorial Notes  References in Text The Higher Education Act of 1965, referred to in subsec. (b), is Pub. L. 89329 Nov. 8, 1965 79 Stat. 1219 section 1001 of Title 20 The Social Security Act, referred to in subsecs. (d) and (i)(1)(B), is act Aug. 14, 1935, ch. 531 49 Stat. 620 section 1305 of Title 42 Section 302 of the Federal Employees Pay Comparability Act of 1990, referred to in subsec. (g)(1), is section 529 [title III,  302] of Pub. L. 101509 section 5304 of Title 5 This title, referred to in subsecs. (h)(1) and (j)(1), (3), means title II ( 200 et seq.) of Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1038 section 900 of this title Subsec. (h)(1), referred to in subsec. (h)(3), was redesignated subsec. (i)(1) by Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(d)(2) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388589 The Railroad Unemployment Insurance Act, referred to in subsec. (i)(1)(D), is act June 25, 1938, ch. 680 52 Stat. 1094 section 367 of Title 45 The Federal-State Extended Unemployment Compensation Act of 1970, referred to in subsec. (i)(2)(A), is title II of Pub. L. 91373 Aug. 10, 1970 84 Stat. 708 section 3304 of Title 26 section 3304 of Title 26 This joint resolution, referred to in subsec. (j)(6), means Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1037 section 911 of Title 42 section 661 of this title section 900 of this title section 911 of Title 42 section 621 of this title Amendments 2022Subsec. (g)(2)(B)(ii). Pub. L. 117263 Subsec. (h)(4)(G). Pub. L. 117168 2020Subsec. (i)(1)(D). Pub. L. 116260,  235(a) 2013Subsec. (g)(2)(B)(ii). Pub. L. 112239,  1076(a)(9) Pub. L. 11281,  631(f)(4)(B) 2011Subsec. (g)(2)(B)(ii). Pub. L. 11281,  631(f)(4)(B) Pub. L. 112239,  1076(a)(9) 2010Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 111139,  10(a) (1) Special milk program; and (2) Vocational rehabilitation basic State grants. In those programs all amounts other than the automatic spending increases shall be exempt from reduction under any order issued under this subchapter. Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 111139,  10(b) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 111139,  10(c) section 904 of this title December 12, 1985 Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 111139,  10(d)(2) section 904 of this title Subsec. (d)(2) to (6). Pub. L. 111139,  10(d)(1) Subsec. (d)(7). Pub. L. 111139,  10(d)(6) Subsec. (h)(4)(C) to (H). Pub. L. 111203 (C) Office of Thrift Supervision. (G) Resolution Trust Corporation. Subsec. (k)(1). Pub. L. 111139,  9(b) 1997 Pub. L. 10533,  10208(a)(1) Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10533,  10208(b) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10533,  10208[(c)] Subsec. (e)(1). Pub. L. 10533,  10208(d) (A) 1 percent in the case of the fiscal year 1986, and (B) 2 percent in the case of any subsequent fiscal year. Subsec. (h)(2). Pub. L. 10533,  10208(e)(1) Subsec. (h)(4)(D). Pub. L. 10533,  10208(e)(2) Subsec. (h)(4)(E) to (G). Pub. L. 10533,  10208(e)(2) Subsec. (h)(4)(H). Pub. L. 10533,  10208(e)(2) Subsec. (h)(4)(I). Pub. L. 10533,  10208(e)(2) Subsec. (j)(2) to (5). Pub. L. 10533,  10208(f) Subsec. (k)(1). Pub. L. 10533,  10208(g)(1) Subsec. (k)(6). Pub. L. 10533,  10208(g)(2) 1996Subsecs. (k), ( l Pub. L. 104193 l 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(1) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(3) section 904 of this title section 902 of this title Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(2) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(4) Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(3) section 904 of this title section 902 of this title Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(2) Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(5) section 902 of this title (A) 1 percent in the case of fiscal year 1986, and (B) 2 percent (or such higher percentage as may apply as determined in accordance with section 902(a)(4)(B)(ii) of this title in each separate payment amount otherwise made for a covered service under those programs without regard to this subchapter. Subsec. (d)(2)(C). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(6) March 1, 1986 September 30, 1986 Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(2) Subsec. (e)(1). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(3) section 904 of this title section 902 of this title Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(3) section 904 of this title section 902 of this title Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(2) Subsec. (g)(1). Pub. L. 101509,  529 [title I,  101(b)(4)(H)] section 5304 of title 5 Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(3) section 904 of this title section 902 of this title Subsec. (g)(2)(A). Pub. L. 101509,  529 [title I,  101(b)(2)(A)] Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(2) Subsec. (h)(1). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(3) section 904 of this title section 902 of this title Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(2) Subsec. (i)(1), (2)(A). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(3) section 904 of this title section 902 of this title Subsec. (j). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(3) section 904 of this title section 902 of this title Subsec. (k). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(2) Subsec. ( l Pub. L. 101508,  13101(d)(2) l l 1989Subsec. (b)(4)(C). Pub. L. 10173,  743(b)(1) Subsec. (b)(4)(D). Pub. L. 10173,  743(b)(2) Subsec. (b)(4)(H), (I). Pub. L. 10173,  743(b)(3) 1987Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 100119,  102(b)(2) section 651(c)(2) of this title section 902 of this title Subsec. (b)(4). Pub. L. 10086 Subsec. (b)(4)(G). Pub. L. 100119,  104(a)(3) Subsec. (d)(1)(B). Pub. L. 100119,  102(b)(11) section 902(a)(4)(B)(ii) of this title Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 100119,  104(a)(4) Subsec. ( l Pub. L. 100119,  102(b)(3) l section 902 of this title section 901(d)(3) of this title section 902 of this title 1986Subsec. (h)(2)(B). Pub. L. 99514 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective and Termination Dates of 2020 Amendment Pub. L. 116260, div. N, title II,  235(b) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1959  The treatment of payments made from the Railroad Unemployment Insurance Account pursuant to the amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] (1) shall take effect 7 days after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Dec. 27, 2020 (2) shall apply only to obligations incurred during the period beginning on the effective date described in paragraph (1) and ending on the date that is 30 days after the date on which the national emergency concerning the novel coronavirus disease (COVID19) outbreak declared by the President on March 13, 2020 Pub. L. 94412 50 U.S.C. 1601 [For definition of coronavirus as used in section 235(b) of Pub. L. 116260 section 8 of Pub. L. 116260 section 5547 of Title 5 Pub. L. 116260, div. N, title II,  235(c) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1959 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall be repealed on the date that is 30 days after the date on which the national emergency concerning the novel coronavirus disease (COVID19) outbreak declared by the President on March 13, 2020 Pub. L. 94412 50 U.S.C. 1601 [For definition of coronavirus as used in section 235(c) of Pub. L. 116260 section 8 of Pub. L. 116260 section 5547 of Title 5 Effective Date of 2013 Amendment Pub. L. 112239, div. A, title X,  1076(a) Jan. 2, 2013 126 Stat. 1947 Dec. 31, 2011 Pub. L. 11281 Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Pub. L. 111203, title III,  351 July 21, 2010 124 Stat. 1546 Except as provided in section 364(a) [amending section 1438 of Title 12 section 1438 of Title 12 Pub. L. 111203 [For definition of transfer date as used in section 351 of Pub. L. 111203 section 5301 of Title 12 Effective Date of 1996 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 104193 July 1, 1997 section 116 of Pub. L. 104193 section 601 of Title 42 Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 101509 Nov. 5, 1990 Pub. L. 101509 section 5301 of Title 5  907. The baseline (a) In general For any budget year, the baseline refers to a projection of current-year levels of new budget authority, outlays, revenues, and the surplus or deficit into the budget year and the outyears based on laws enacted through the applicable date. (b) Direct spending and receipts For the budget year and each outyear, the baseline shall be calculated using the following assumptions: (1) In general Laws providing or creating direct spending and receipts are assumed to operate in the manner specified in those laws for each such year and funding for entitlement authority is assumed to be adequate to make all payments required by those laws. (2) Exceptions (A) (i) No program established by a law enacted on or before August 5, 1997 (ii) On the expiration of the suspension of a provision of law that is suspended under section 7301 of title 7 (B) The increase for veterans compensation for a fiscal year is assumed to be the same as that required by law for veterans pensions unless otherwise provided by law enacted in that session. (C) Excise taxes dedicated to a trust fund, if expiring, are assumed to be extended at current rates. (D) If any law expires before the budget year or any outyear, then any program with estimated current year outlays greater than $50,000,000 that operates under that law shall be assumed to continue to operate under that law as in effect immediately before its expiration. (3) Hospital Insurance Trust Fund Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the receipts and disbursements of the Hospital Insurance Trust Fund shall be included in all calculations required by this Act. (c) Discretionary appropriations For the budget year and each outyear, the baseline shall be calculated using the following assumptions regarding all amounts other than those covered by subsection (b): (1) Inflation of current-year appropriations Budgetary resources other than unobligated balances shall be at the level provided for the budget year in full-year appropriation Acts. If for any account a full-year appropriation has not yet been enacted, budgetary resources other than unobligated balances shall be at the level available in the current year, adjusted sequentially and cumulatively for expiring housing contracts as specified in paragraph (2), for social insurance administrative expenses as specified in paragraph (3), to offset pay absorption and for pay annualization as specified in paragraph (4), for inflation as specified in paragraph (5), and to account for changes required by law in the level of agency payments for personnel benefits other than pay. (2) Expiring housing contracts New budget authority to renew expiring multiyear subsidized housing contracts shall be adjusted to reflect the difference in the number of such contracts that are scheduled to expire in that fiscal year and the number expiring in the current year, with the per-contract renewal cost equal to the average current-year cost of renewal contracts. (3) Social insurance administrative expenses Budgetary resources for the administrative expenses of the following trust funds shall be adjusted by the percentage change in the beneficiary population from the current year to that fiscal year: the Federal Hospital Insurance Trust Fund, the Supplementary Medical Insurance Trust Fund, the Unemployment Trust Fund, and the railroad retirement account. (4) Pay annualization; offset to pay absorption Current-year new budget authority for Federal employees shall be adjusted to reflect the full 12-month costs (without absorption) of any pay adjustment that occurred in that fiscal year. (5) Inflators The inflator used in paragraph (1) to adjust budgetary resources relating to personnel shall be the percent by which the average of the Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Cost Index (wages and salaries, private industry workers) for that fiscal year differs from such index for the current year. The inflator used in paragraph (1) to adjust all other budgetary resources shall be the percent by which the average of the estimated gross domestic product chain-type price index for that fiscal year differs from the average of such estimated index for the current year. (6) Current-year appropriations If, for any account, a continuing appropriation is in effect for less than the entire current year, then the current-year amount shall be assumed to equal the amount that would be available if that continuing appropriation covered the entire fiscal year. If law permits the transfer of budget authority among budget accounts in the current year, the current-year level for an account shall reflect transfers accomplished by the submission of, or assumed for the current year in, the Presidents original budget for the budget year. (d) Up-to-date concepts In deriving the baseline for any budget year or outyear, current-year amounts shall be calculated using the concepts and definitions that are required for that budget year. (e) Asset sales Amounts realized from the sale of an asset shall not be included in estimates under section 901, 902, or 903 of this title if that sale would result in a financial cost to the Federal Government as determined pursuant to scorekeeping guidelines. ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  257 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1092 Pub. L. 100119, title I Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 754 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(b) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388589 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10209(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 710 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  121(9) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1175  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in subsec. (b)(3), means Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1037 section 911 of Title 42 section 661 of this title section 900 of this title section 911 of Title 42 section 621 of this title Codification Pub. L. 101508,  13101(b) Pub. L. 99177 section 900(c)(19) of this title Pub. L. 101508,  13101(e)(2) section 251(a)(6)(I) of Pub. L. 99177 section 901(a)(6)(I) of this title Amendments 2013Subsec. (b)(2)(A)(i). Pub. L. 11367 1997Subsec. (b)(2)(A). Pub. L. 10533,  10209(a)(1) Subsec. (b)(2)(D). Pub. L. 10533,  10209(a)(2) Subsec. (c)(5). Pub. L. 10533,  10209(a)(3) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 10533,  10209(a)(4) September 18, 1987 1990 Pub. L. 101508,  13101(e)(1) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 101508,  13101(e)(2) section 901(a)(6)(I) of this title 1987 Pub. L. 100119,  102(a) section 901 of this title Par. (1). Pub. L. 100119,  104(c)(2) Black lung benefits (20-8144-0-7-601); Central Intelligence Agency retirement and disability system fund (56-3400-0-1-054); Civil service retirement and disability fund (24-8135-0-7-602); Comptrollers general retirement system (05-0107-0-1-801); Foreign service retirement and disability fund (19-8186-0-7-602); Judicial survivors annuities fund (10-8110-0-7-602); Longshoremens and harborworkers compensation benefits (16-9971-0-7-601); Military retirement fund (97-8097-0-7-602); National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration retirement (13-1450-0-1-306); Pensions for former Presidents (47-0105-0-1-802); Railroad retirement tier II (60-8011-0-7-601); Retired pay, Coast Guard (69-0241-0-1-403); Retirement pay and medical benefits for commissioned officers, Public Health Service (75-0379-0-1-551); Special benefits, Federal Employees Compensation Act (16-1521-0-1-600); Special benefits for disabled coal miners (75-0409-0-1-601); and Tax Court judges survivors annuity fund (23-8115-0-7-602). Par. (7). Pub. L. 100119,  102(b)(4) section 902(a)(4) of this title section 651(c)(2) of this title Par. (9). Pub. L. 100119,  102(b)(5) Par. (10). Pub. L. 100119,  106(b) Par. (11). Pub. L. 100119,  102(b)(6) Par. (12). Pub. L. 100119,  102(b)(7) Pars. (13), (14). Pub. L. 100119,  102(b)(8) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Definition of Terms Used in Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 Pub. L. 101163, title III,  315 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1066 Effective in the case of this Act and any subsequent Act making appropriations for the Legislative Branch, for purposes of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 ( Public Law 99177 section 900 of this title Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title III,  306] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Hereafter, for purposes of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 ( Public Law 99177 section 900 of this title Cost-of-Living Adjustments in Certain Federal Benefits Pub. L. 99509, title VII,  7001 Oct. 21, 1986 100 Stat. 1948  907a. Suspension in event of war or low growth (a) Procedures in event of low-growth report (1) Trigger Whenever CBO issues a low-growth report under section 254(i) [ 2 U.S.C. 904(i) 1 1 1 2 U.S.C. 631 section 1103 of title 31 (2) Form of joint resolution (A) The matter after the resolving clause in any joint resolution introduced pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be as follows: That the Congress declares that the conditions specified in section 254(j) 1 (B) The title of the joint resolution shall be Joint resolution suspending certain provisions of law pursuant to section 258(a)(2) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985.; and the joint resolution shall not contain any preamble. (3) Committee action Each joint resolution introduced pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be referred to the appropriate committees of the House of Representatives or the Committee on the Budget of the Senate, as the case may be; and such Committee shall report the joint resolution to its House without amendment on or before the fifth day on which such House is in session after the date on which the joint resolution is introduced. If the Committee fails to report the joint resolution within the five-day period referred to in the preceding sentence, it shall be automatically discharged from further consideration of the joint resolution, and the joint resolution shall be placed on the appropriate calendar. (4) Consideration of joint resolution (A) A vote on final passage of a joint resolution reported to the Senate or discharged pursuant to paragraph (3) shall be taken on or before the close of the fifth calendar day of session after the date on which the joint resolution is reported or after the Committee has been discharged from further consideration of the joint resolution. If prior to the passage by one House of a joint resolution of that House, that House receives the same joint resolution from the other House, then (i) the procedure in that House shall be the same as if no such joint resolution had been received from the other House, but (ii) the vote on final passage shall be on the joint resolution of the other House. When the joint resolution is agreed to, the Clerk of the House of Representatives (in the case of a House joint resolution agreed to in the House of Representatives) or the Secretary of the Senate (in the case of a Senate joint resolution agreed to in the Senate) shall cause the joint resolution to be engrossed, certified, and transmitted to the other House of the Congress as soon as practicable. (B) (i) In the Senate, a joint resolution under this paragraph shall be privileged. It shall not be in order to move to reconsider the vote by which the motion is agreed to or disagreed to. (ii) Debate in the Senate on a joint resolution under this paragraph, and all debatable motions and appeals in connection therewith, shall be limited to not more than five hours. The time shall be equally divided between, and controlled by, the majority leader and the minority leader or their designees. (iii) Debate in the Senate on any debatable motion or appeal in connection with a joint resolution under this paragraph shall be limited to not more than one hour, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the mover and the manager of the joint resolution, except that in the event the manager of the joint resolution is in favor of any such motion or appeal, the time in opposition thereto shall be controlled by the minority leader or his designee. (iv) A motion in the Senate to further limit debate on a joint resolution under this paragraph is not debatable. A motion to table or to recommit a joint resolution under this paragraph is not in order. (C) No amendment to a joint resolution considered under this paragraph shall be in order in the Senate. (b) Suspension of sequestration procedures Upon the enactment of a declaration of war or a joint resolution described in subsection (a) (1) the subsequent issuance of any sequestration report or any sequestration order is precluded; (2) sections 302(f), 310(d), 311(a), and title VI 1 2 U.S.C. 633(f) (3)  section 1103 of title 31 (c) Restoration of sequestration procedures (1) In the event of a suspension of sequestration procedures due to a declaration of war, then, effective with the first fiscal year that begins in the session after the state of war is concluded by Senate ratification of the necessary treaties, the provisions of subsection (b) triggered by that declaration of war are no longer effective. (2) In the event of a suspension of sequestration procedures due to the enactment of a joint resolution described in subsection (a), then, effective with regard to the first fiscal year beginning at least 12 months after the enactment of that resolution, the provisions of subsection (b) triggered by that resolution are no longer effective. ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  258 Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(f) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388593 Pub. L. 11367, div. A, title I,  121(10) Dec. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 1175  Editorial Notes  References in Text This title, referred to in subsec. (a)(1), means title II ( 200 et seq.) of Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1038 section 900 of this title The Congressional Budget Act of 1974, referred to in subsecs. (a)(1) and (b)(2), is titles I to IX of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10118(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 695 section 621 of this title Section 254(j) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, referred to in subsec. (a)(2)(A), is section 254(j) of Pub. L. 99177 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10206(1) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 704 section 904(i) of this title The Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974, referred to in subsec. (a)(2)(A), is Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 section 621 of this title Part C of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, referred to in subsec. (a)(2)(A), is classified generally to this subchapter. Section 258 of the Act is classified to this section. Prior Provisions A prior section 258 of Pub. L. 99177 section 908 of this title Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10210 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 711 Amendments 2013Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 11367  907b. Modification of Presidential order (a) Introduction of joint resolution At any time after the Director of OMB issues a final sequestration report under section 904 of this title section 904 of this title (b) Procedures for consideration of joint resolutions (1) Referral to committee A joint resolution introduced in the Senate under subsection (a) shall not be referred to a committee of the Senate and shall be placed on the calendar pending disposition of such joint resolution in accordance with this subsection. (2) Consideration in Senate On or after the third calendar day (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays) beginning after a joint resolution is introduced under subsection (a), notwithstanding any rule or precedent of the Senate, including Rule XXII of the Standing Rules of the Senate, it is in order (even though a previous motion to the same effect has been disagreed to) for any Member of the Senate to move to proceed to the consideration of the joint resolution. The motion is not in order after the eighth calendar day (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays) beginning after a joint resolution (to which the motion applies) is introduced. The joint resolution is privileged in the Senate. A motion to reconsider the vote by which the motion is agreed to or disagreed to shall not be in order. If a motion to proceed to the consideration of the joint resolution is agreed to, the Senate shall immediately proceed to consideration of the joint resolution without intervening motion, order, or other business, and the joint resolution shall remain the unfinished business of the Senate until disposed of. (3) Debate in Senate (A) In the Senate, debate on a joint resolution introduced under subsection (a), amendments thereto, and all debatable motions and appeals in connection therewith shall be limited to not more than 10 hours, which shall be divided equally between the majority leader and the minority leader (or their designees). (B) A motion to postpone, or a motion to proceed to the consideration of other business is not in order. A motion to reconsider the vote by which the joint resolution is agreed to or disagreed to is not in order, and a motion to recommit the joint resolution is not in order. (C) (i) No amendment that is not germane to the provisions of the joint resolution or to the order issued under section 904 of this title (ii) In the Senate, an amendment that is otherwise in order shall be in order notwithstanding the fact that it amends the joint resolution in more than one place or amends language previously amended. It shall not be in order in the Senate to vote on the question of agreeing to such a joint resolution or any amendment thereto unless the figures then contained in such joint resolution or amendment are mathematically consistent. (4) Vote on final passage Immediately following the conclusion of the debate on a joint resolution introduced under subsection (a), a single quorum call at the conclusion of the debate if requested in accordance with the rules of the Senate, and the disposition of any pending amendments under paragraph (3), the vote on final passage of the joint resolution shall occur. (5) Appeals Appeals from the decisions of the Chair shall be decided without debate. (6) Conference reports In the Senate, points of order under titles III, IV, and VI 1 1 2 U.S.C. 631 (7) Resolution from other House If, before the passage by the Senate of a joint resolution of the Senate introduced under subsection (a), the Senate receives from the House of Representatives a joint resolution introduced under subsection (a), then the following procedures shall apply: (A) The joint resolution of the House of Representatives shall not be referred to a committee and shall be placed on the calendar. (B) With respect to a joint resolution introduced under subsection (a) in the Senate (i) the procedure in the Senate shall be the same as if no joint resolution had been received from the House; but (ii) (I) the vote on final passage shall be on the joint resolution of the House if it is identical to the joint resolution then pending for passage in the Senate; or (II) if the joint resolution from the House is not identical to the joint resolution then pending for passage in the Senate and the Senate then passes the Senate joint resolution, the Senate shall be considered to have passed the House joint resolution as amended by the text of the Senate joint resolution. (C) Upon disposition of the joint resolution received from the House, it shall no longer be in order to consider the resolution originated in the Senate. (8) Senate action on House resolution If the Senate receives from the House of Representatives a joint resolution introduced under subsection (a) after the Senate has disposed of a Senate originated resolution which is identical to the House passed joint resolution, the action of the Senate with regard to the disposition of the Senate originated joint resolution shall be deemed to be the action of the Senate with regard to the House originated joint resolution. If it is not identical to the House passed joint resolution, then the Senate shall be considered to have passed the joint resolution of the House as amended by the text of the Senate joint resolution. ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  258A Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(f) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388595  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Congressional Budget Act of 1974, referred to in subsec. (b)(6), is titles I to IX of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10118(a) Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 695 section 621 of this title  907c. Flexibility among defense programs, projects, and activities (a) Reductions beyond amount specified in Presidential order Subject to subsections (b), (c), and (d), new budget authority and unobligated balances for any programs, projects, or activities within major functional category 050 (other than a military personnel account) may be further reduced beyond the amount specified in an order issued by the President under section 904 of this title section 904 of this title (b) Base closures prohibited No actions taken by the President under subsection (a) for a fiscal year may result in a domestic base closure or realignment that would otherwise be subject to section 2687 of title 10 (c) Report and joint resolution required The President may not exercise the authority provided by this paragraph 1 1 (1) the President submits a single report to Congress specifying, for each account, the detailed changes proposed to be made for such fiscal year pursuant to this section; (2) that report is submitted within 5 calendar days of the start of the next session of Congress; and (3) a joint resolution affirming or modifying the changes proposed by the President pursuant to this paragraph 1 (d) Introduction of joint resolution Within 5 calendar days of session after the President submits a report to Congress under subsection (c)(1) for a fiscal year, the majority leader of each House of Congress shall (by request) introduce a joint resolution which contains provisions affirming the changes proposed by the President pursuant to this paragraph. 1 (e) Form and title of joint resolution (1) The matter after the resolving clause in any joint resolution introduced pursuant to subsection (d) shall be as follows: That the report of the President as submitted on [Insert Date] under section 258B is hereby approved. (2) The title of the joint resolution shall be Joint resolution approving the report of the President submitted under section 258B of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. (3) Such joint resolution shall not contain any preamble. (f) Calendaring and consideration of joint resolution in Senate (1) A joint resolution introduced in the Senate under subsection (d) shall be referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and if not reported within 5 calendar days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays) from the date of introduction shall be considered as having been discharged therefrom and shall be placed on the appropriate calendar pending disposition of such joint resolution in accordance with this subsection. In the Senate, no amendment proposed in the Committee on Appropriations shall be in order other than an amendment (in the nature of a substitute) that is germane or relevant to the provisions of the joint resolution or to the order issued under section 904 of this title (2) On or after the third calendar day (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays) beginning after a joint resolution is placed on the Senate calendar, notwithstanding any rule or precedent of the Senate, including Rule XXII of the Standing Rules of the Senate, it is in order (even though a previous motion to the same effect has been disagreed to) for any Member of the Senate to move to proceed to the consideration of the joint resolution. The motion is not in order after the eighth calendar day (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays) beginning after such joint resolution is placed on the appropriate calendar. The motion is not debatable. The joint resolution is privileged in the Senate. A motion to reconsider the vote by which the motion is agreed to or disagreed to shall not be in order. If a motion to proceed to the consideration of the joint resolution is agreed to, the Senate shall immediately proceed to consideration of the joint resolution without intervening motion, order, or other business, and the joint resolution shall remain the unfinished business of the Senate until disposed of. (g) Debate of joint resolution; motions (1) In the Senate, debate on a joint resolution introduced under subsection (d), amendments thereto, and all debatable motions and appeals in connection therewith shall be limited to not more than 10 hours, which shall be divided equally between the majority leader and the minority leader (or their designees). (2) A motion to postpone, or a motion to proceed to the consideration of other business is not in order. A motion to reconsider the vote by which the joint resolution is agreed to or disagreed to is not in order. In the Senate, a motion to recommit the joint resolution is not in order. (h) Amendment of joint resolution (1) No amendment that is not germane or relevant to the provisions of the joint resolution or to the order issued under section 904 of this title (2) In the Senate, an amendment that is otherwise in order shall be in order notwithstanding the fact that it amends the joint resolution in more than one place or amends language previously amended, so long as the amendment makes or maintains mathematical consistency. It shall not be in order in the Senate to vote on the question of agreeing to such a joint resolution or any amendment thereto unless the figures then contained in such joint resolution or amendment are mathematically consistent. (3) It shall not be in order in the Senate to consider any amendment to any joint resolution introduced under subsection (d) or any conference report thereon if such amendment or conference report would have the effect of decreasing any specific budget outlay reductions below the level of such outlay reductions provided in such joint resolution unless such amendment or conference report makes a reduction in other specific budget outlays at least equivalent to any increase in outlays provided by such amendment or conference report. (4) For purposes of the application of paragraph (3), the level of outlays and specific budget outlay reductions provided in an amendment shall be determined on the basis of estimates made by the Committee on the Budget of the Senate. (i) Vote on final passage of joint resolution Immediately following the conclusion of the debate on a joint resolution introduced under subsection (d), a single quorum call at the conclusion of the debate if requested in accordance with the rules of the Senate, and the disposition of any pending amendments under subsection (h), the vote on final passage of the joint resolution shall occur. (j) Appeal from decision of Chair Appeals from the decisions of the Chair relating to the application of the rules of the Senate to the procedure relating to a joint resolution described in subsection (d) shall be decided without debate. (k) Conference reports In the Senate, points of order under titles III and IV of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 [ 2 U.S.C. 631 2 U.S.C. 633(c) (l) Resolution from other House If, before the passage by the Senate of a joint resolution of the Senate introduced under subsection (d), the Senate receives from the House of Representatives a joint resolution introduced under subsection (d), then the following procedures shall apply: (1) The joint resolution of the House of Representatives shall not be referred to a committee. (2) With respect to a joint resolution introduced under subsection (d) in the Senate (A) the procedure in the Senate shall be the same as if no joint resolution had been received from the House; but (B) (i) the vote on final passage shall be on the joint resolution of the House if it is identical to the joint resolution then pending for passage in the Senate; or (ii) if the joint resolution from the House is not identical to the joint resolution then pending for passage in the Senate and the Senate then passes the Senate joint resolution, the Senate shall be considered to have passed the House joint resolution as amended by the text of the Senate joint resolution. (3) Upon disposition of the joint resolution received from the House, it shall no longer be in order to consider the joint resolution originated in the Senate. (m) Senate action on House resolution If the Senate receives from the House of Representatives a joint resolution introduced under subsection (d) after the Senate has disposed of a Senate originated joint resolution which is identical to the House passed joint resolution, the action of the Senate with regard to the disposition of the Senate originated joint resolution shall be deemed to be the action of the Senate with regard to the House originated joint resolution. If it is not identical to the House passed joint resolution, then the Senate shall be considered to have passed the joint resolution of the House as amended by the text of the Senate joint resolution. ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  258B Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(g) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388597  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 258B, referred to in subsec. (e)(1), (2), means section 258B of Pub. L. 99177 The Congressional Budget Act of 1974, referred to in subsec. (k), is titles I to IX of Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 section 621 of this title  907d. Special reconciliation process (a) Reporting of resolutions and reconciliation bills and resolutions, in Senate (1) Committee alternatives to Presidential order After the submission of an OMB sequestration update report under section 904 of this title section 632(d) of this title (2) Initial Budget Committee action After the submission of such a report, the Committee on the Budget of the Senate may, not later than October 15, report to the Senate a resolution. The resolution may affirm the impact of the order envisioned by such report, in whole or in part. To the extent that any part is not affirmed, the resolution shall state which parts are not affirmed and shall contain instructions to committees of the Senate of the type referred to in section 641(a) of this title (3) Response of committees Committees instructed pursuant to paragraph (2), or affected thereby, shall submit their responses to the Budget Committee no later than 10 days after the resolution referred to in paragraph (2) is agreed to, except that if only one such Committee is so instructed such Committee shall, by the same date, report to the Senate a reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution containing its recommendations in response to such instructions. A committee shall be considered to have complied with all instructions to it pursuant to a resolution adopted under paragraph (2) if it has made recommendations with respect to matters within its jurisdiction which would result in a reduction in the deficit at least equal to the total reduction directed by such instructions. (4) Budget Committee action Upon receipt of the recommendations received in response to a resolution referred to in paragraph (2), the Budget Committee shall report to the Senate a reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution, or both, carrying out all such recommendations without any substantive revisions. In the event that a committee instructed in a resolution referred to in paragraph (2) fails to submit any recommendation (or, when only one committee is instructed, fails to report a reconciliation bill or resolution) in response to such instructions, the Budget Committee shall include in the reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution reported pursuant to this subparagraph legislative language within the jurisdiction of the noncomplying committee to achieve the amount of deficit reduction directed in such instructions. (5) Point of order It shall not be in order in the Senate to consider any reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution reported under paragraph (4) with respect to a fiscal year, any amendment thereto, or any conference report thereon if (A) the enactment of such bill or resolution as reported; (B) the adoption and enactment of such amendment; or (C) the enactment of such bill or resolution in the form recommended in such conference report, would cause the amount of the deficit for such fiscal year to exceed the maximum deficit amount for such fiscal year, unless the low-growth report submitted under section 904 of this title (6) Treatment of certain amendments In the Senate, an amendment which adds to a resolution reported under paragraph (2) an instruction of the type referred to in such paragraph shall be in order during the consideration of such resolution if such amendment would be in order but for the fact that it would be held to be non-germane on the basis that the instruction constitutes new matter. (7) Day defined For purposes of paragraphs (1), (2), and (3), the term day shall mean any calendar day on which the Senate is in session. (b) Procedures (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), in the Senate the provisions of sections 636 and 641 of this title for the consideration of concurrent resolutions on the budget and conference reports thereon shall also apply to the consideration of resolutions, and reconciliation bills and reconciliation resolutions reported under this paragraph and conference reports thereon. (2) Limit on debate Debate in the Senate on any resolution reported pursuant to subsection (a)(2), and all amendments thereto and debatable motions and appeals in connection therewith, shall be limited to 10 hours. (3) Limitation on amendments Section 641(d)(2) of this title (4) Bills and resolutions received from the House Any bill or resolution received in the Senate from the House, which is a companion to a reconciliation bill or reconciliation resolution of the Senate for the purposes of this subsection, shall be considered in the Senate pursuant to the provisions of this subsection. (5) Resolution defined For purposes of this subsection, the term resolution means a simple, joint, or concurrent resolution. ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  258C Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13101(g) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388600  908. Repealed. Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10210 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 711   Section, Pub. L. 99177, title II,  258 Pub. L. 100119, title I,  105(a) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 778  909. Repealed. Pub. L. 101508, title XIII,  13212 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1388621   Section, Pub. L. 100119, title II,  202 Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 784 SUBCHAPTER II OPERATION AND REVIEW  921. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 99177, title II,  273 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1098 section 201(g) of Pub. L. 93344 section 13202(b) of Pub. L. 101508 section 601(f) of this title  922. Judicial review (a) Expedited review (1) Any Member of Congress may bring an action, in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, for declaratory judgment and injunctive relief on the ground that any order that might be issued pursuant to section 904 of this title (2) Any Member of Congress, or any other person adversely affected by any action taken under this title, 1 1 1 (3) Any Member of Congress may bring an action, in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, for declaratory and injunctive relief on the ground that the terms of an order issued under section 904 of this title 1 (4) A copy of any complaint in an action brought under paragraph (1), (2), or (3) shall be promptly delivered to the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House of Representatives, and each House of Congress shall have the right to intervene in such action. (5) Any action brought under paragraph (1), (2), or (3) shall be heard and determined by a three-judge court in accordance with section 2284 of title 28 Nothing in this section or in any other law shall infringe upon the right of the House of Representatives to intervene in an action brought under paragraph (1), (2), or (3) without the necessity of adopting a resolution to authorize such intervention. (b) Appeal to Supreme Court Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any order of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia which is issued pursuant to an action brought under paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of subsection (a) shall be reviewable by appeal directly to the Supreme Court of the United States. Any such appeal shall be taken by a notice of appeal filed within 10 days after such order is entered; and the jurisdictional statement shall be filed within 30 days after such order is entered. No stay of an order issued pursuant to an action brought under paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of subsection (a) shall be issued by a single Justice of the Supreme Court. (c) Expedited consideration It shall be the duty of the District Court for the District of Columbia and the Supreme Court of the United States to advance on the docket and to expedite to the greatest possible extent the disposition of any matter brought under subsection (a). (d) Noncompliance with sequestration procedures (1) If it is finally determined by a court of competent jurisdiction that an order issued by the President under section 904 of this title (A) does not reduce automatic spending increases under any program specified in section 906(a) 1 (B) does not sequester the amount of budgetary resources which is required to be sequestered by such subchapter (or sequesters more than that amount) with respect to any program, project, activity, or account, the President shall, within 20 days after such determination is made, revise the order in accordance with such determination. (2) If the order issued by the President under section 904 of this title (A) does not reduce any automatic spending increase to the extent that such increase is required to be reduced by subchapter I of this chapter, (B) does not sequester any amount of new budget authority, new loan guarantee commitments, new direct loan obligations, or spending authority which is required to be sequestered by such subchapter I, or (C) does not reduce any obligation limitation by the amount by which such limitation is required to be reduced under such subchapter, on the claim or defense that the constitutional powers of the President prevent such sequestration or reduction or permit the avoidance of such sequestration or reduction, and such claim or defense is finally determined by the Supreme Court of the United States to be valid, then the entire order issued pursuant to section 904 of this title (e) Timing of relief No order of any court granting declaratory or injunctive relief from the order of the President issued under section 904 of this title (f) Preservation of other rights The rights created by this section are in addition to the rights of any person under law, subject to subsection (e). (g) Economic data and assumptions The economic data and economic assumptions used by the Director of OMB in computing the figures specified in any report issued by the Director of OMB under section 904 of this title ( Pub. L. 99177, title II,  274 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1098 Pub. L. 100119, title I,  102(b)(9) Sept. 29, 1987 101 Stat. 774 Pub. L. 10533, title X,  10211 Aug. 5, 1997 111 Stat. 711  Editorial Notes  References in Text This title, referred to in subsec. (a)(2), (3), means title II ( 200 et seq.) of Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1038 section 900 of this title Section 906(a) of this title Pub. L. 111139, title I Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 21 Amendments 1997Subsec. (a)(1), (3). Pub. L. 10533,  10211(1) Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 10533,  10211(1) Subsec. (d)(1)(A). Pub. L. 10533,  10211(2) Subsec. (d)(1)(B). Pub. L. 10533,  10211(3) Subsec. (d)(1)(C). Pub. L. 10533,  10211(4) Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 10533,  10211(1) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 10533,  10211(1) Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 10533,  10211(5) Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 10533,  10211(6) section 904 of this title Pub. L. 10533,  10211(5) Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 10533,  10211(5) 1987Subsec. (f)(1). Pub. L. 100119,  102(b)(9)(A) section 901 of this title Subsec. (f)(2), (3). Pub. L. 100119,  102(b)(9)(B) Subsec. (f)(5). Pub. L. 100119,  102(b)(9)(C) Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 100119,  102(b)(10) CHAPTER 20A STATUTORY PAY-AS-YOU-GO    Sec.  931. Purpose.  932. Definitions and applications.  933. PAYGO estimates and PAYGO scorecards.  934. Annual report and sequestration order.  935. Calculating a sequestration.  936. Adjustment for current policies.  937. Application of BBEDCA.  938. Determinations and points of order.  939. Limitation on changes to the Social Security Act.  931. Purpose  The purpose of this chapter is to reestablish a statutory procedure to enforce a rule of budget neutrality on new revenue and direct spending legislation. ( Pub. L. 111139, title I,  2 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 8  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this title, meaning title I of Pub. L. 111139 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 8 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Short Title Pub. L. 111139, title I,  1 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 8 This title [enacting this chapter and amending sections 639, 900, 905, and 906 of this title] may be cited as the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010.  932. Definitions and applications As used in this chapter (1) The term BBEDCA means the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985. (2) The definitions set forth in section 622 of this title 2 U.S.C. 900 (A) The term outyear means a fiscal year one or more years after the budget year. (B) In section 250(c)(8)(C) [ 2 U.S.C. 900(c)(8)(C) (3) The term AMT means the Alternative Minimum Tax for individuals under sections 5559 of title 26, the term EGTRRA means the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2001 ( Public Law 10716 1 1 Public Law 10827 (4) (A) The term budgetary effects means the amount by which PAYGO legislation changes outlays flowing from direct spending or revenues relative to the baseline and shall be determined on the basis of estimates prepared under section 933 of this title (B) For purposes of these definitions, off-budget effects shall not be counted as budgetary effects. (C) Solely for purposes of recording entries on a PAYGO scorecard, provisions in appropriation Acts are also considered to be budgetary effects for purposes of this chapter if such provisions make outyear modifications to substantive law, except that provisions for which the outlay effects net to zero over a period consisting of the current year, the budget year, and the 4 subsequent years shall not be considered budgetary effects. For purposes of this paragraph, the term, modifications to substantive law refers to changes to or restrictions on entitlement law or other mandatory spending contained in appropriations Acts, notwithstanding section 250(c)(8) of BBEDCA [ 2 U.S.C. 900(c)(8) (5) The term debit refers to the net total amount, when positive, by which costs recorded on the PAYGO scorecards for a fiscal year exceed savings recorded on those scorecards for that year. (6) The term entitlement law refers to a section of law which provides entitlement authority. (7) The term PAYGO legislation or a PAYGO Act refers to a bill or joint resolution that affects direct spending or revenue relative to the baseline. The budgetary effects of changes in revenues and outyear modifications to substantive law included in appropriation Acts as defined in paragraph (4) shall be treated as if they were contained in PAYGO legislation or a PAYGO Act. (8) The term timing shift refers to a delay of the date on which outlays flowing from direct spending would otherwise occur from the ninth outyear to the tenth outyear or an acceleration of the date on which revenues would otherwise occur from the tenth outyear to the ninth outyear. ( Pub. L. 111139, title I,  3 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 8  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this title, meaning title I of Pub. L. 111139 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 8 section 931 of this title The Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, referred to in par. (1), is title II of Pub. L. 99177 Dec. 12, 1985 99 Stat. 1038 section 911 of Title 42 section 661 of this title section 900 of this title section 911 of Title 42 section 621 of this title section 900 of this title The Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2001, referred to in par. (3), is Pub. L. 10716 June 7, 2001 115 Stat. 38 section 1 of Title 26 The Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2003, referred to in par. (3), is Pub. L. 10827 May 28, 2003 117 Stat. 752 section 1 of Title 26  933. PAYGO estimates and PAYGO scorecards (a) PAYGO estimates (1) Required designation in PAYGO Acts (A) House of Representatives To establish the budgetary effects of a PAYGO Act consistent with the determination made by the Chairman of the House Budget Committee, a PAYGO Act originated in or amended by the House of Representatives may include the following statement: The budgetary effects of this Act, for the purpose of complying with the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go-Act 1 1 (B) Senate To establish the budgetary effects of a PAYGO Act consistent with the determination made by the Chairman of the Senate Budget Committee, a PAYGO Act originated in or amended by the Senate shall include the following statement: The budgetary effects of this Act, for the purpose of complying with the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go-Act 1 (C) Conference reports and amendments between the Houses To establish the budgetary effects of the conference report on a PAYGO Act, or an amendment to an amendment between Houses on a PAYGO Act, which if estimated shall be estimated jointly by the Chairmen of the House and Senate Budget Committees, the conference report or amendment between the Houses shall include the following statement: The budgetary effects of this Act, for the purpose of complying with the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go-Act 1 (2) Determination of budgetary effects of PAYGO Acts (A) Original legislation (i) Statement and estimate Prior to a vote on passage of a PAYGO Act originated or amended by one House, the Chairman of the Budget Committee of that House may submit for printing in the Congressional Record a statement titled Budgetary Effects of PAYGO Legislation which shall include an estimate of the budgetary effects of that Act, if available prior to passage of the Act by that House and shall submit, if applicable, an identification of any current policy adjustments made pursuant to section 936 of this title (ii) Effect The latest statement submitted by the Chairman of the Budget Committee of that House prior to passage shall supersede any prior statements submitted in the Congressional Record and shall be valid only if the PAYGO Act is not further amended by either House. (iii) Failure to submit estimate If (I) the estimate required by clause (i) has not been submitted prior to passage by that House; (II) such estimate has been submitted but is no longer valid due to a subsequent amendment to the PAYGO Act; or (III) the designation required pursuant to this subsection has not been made; the budgetary effects of the PAYGO Act shall be determined under subsection (d)(3), provided that this clause shall not apply if a valid designation is subsequently included in that PAYGO Act pursuant to paragraph (1)(C) and a statement is submitted pursuant to subparagraph (B). (B) Conference reports and amendments between Houses (i) In general Prior to the adoption of a report of a committee of conference on a PAYGO Act in either House, or disposition of an amendment to an amendment between Houses on a PAYGO Act, the Chairmen of the Budget Committees of the House and Senate may jointly submit for printing in the Congressional Record a statement titled Budgetary Effects of PAYGO Legislation which shall include an estimate of the budgetary effects of that Act if available prior to passage of the Act by the House acting first on the legislation and shall submit, if applicable, an identification of any current policy adjustments made pursuant to section 936 of this title (ii) Failure to submit estimate If such estimate has not been submitted prior to the adoption of a report of a committee of conference by either House, or if the designation required pursuant to this subsection has not been made, the budgetary effects of the PAYGO Act shall be determined under subsection (d)(3). (3) Procedure in the Senate In the Senate, upon submission of a statement titled Budgetary Effects of PAYGO Legislation by the Chairman of the Senate Budget Committee for printing in the Congressional Record, the Legislative Clerk shall read the statement. (4) Jurisdiction of the Budget Committees For the purposes of enforcing section 637 of this title (b) Omitted (c) Current policy adjustments for certain legislation (1) In general For any provision of legislation that meets the criteria in subsection (c), (d), (e) or (f) of section 936 of this title (2) Adjustments (A) Estimates CBO or OMB, as applicable, shall exclude from the estimate of budgetary effects any budgetary effects of a provision that meets the criteria in subsection (c), (d), (e) or (f) of section 936 of this title section 936 of this title section 936 of this title (B) Baseline Any estimate made pursuant to subparagraph (A) shall be prepared using baseline estimates supplied by the Congressional Budget Office, consistent with section 907 of this title section 936 of this title section 936(f) of this title (3) Limitation on availability of excess savings (A) Prohibition on use of excess saving 2 2 To the extent the adjustment for current policy of any provision estimated under this subsection exceeds the estimated budgetary effects of that provision, these excess savings shall not be available to offset the costs of any provisions not otherwise eligible for a current policy adjustment under section 936 of this title (B) Prohibition on use of excess savings across budget areas For provisions eligible for a current policy adjustment under subsections (c) through (f) of section 936 of this title section 936(f)(1) of this title (4) Further guidance on estimating budgetary effects Estimates of budgetary effects under this subsection shall be consistent with the guidance provided at section 936(h) of this title (5) Inclusion of statement For PAYGO legislation adjusted pursuant to section 936 of this title (d) OMB PAYGO scorecards (1) In general OMB shall maintain and make publicly available a continuously updated document containing two PAYGO scorecards displaying the budgetary effects of PAYGO legislation as determined under section 639 of this title (2) Estimates in legislation Except as provided in paragraph (3), in making the calculations for the PAYGO scorecards, OMB shall use the budgetary effects included by reference in the applicable legislation pursuant to subsection (a). (3) OMB PAYGO estimates If a PAYGO Act does not contain a valid reference to its budgetary effects consistent with subsection (a), OMB shall estimate the budgetary effects of that legislation upon its enactment. The OMB estimate shall be based on the approaches to scorekeeping set forth in section 639 of this title 3 3 section 1105(a) of title 31 (4) 5-year scorecard The first scorecard shall display the budgetary effects of PAYGO legislation in each year over the 5-year period beginning in the budget year. (5) 10-year scorecard The second scorecard shall display the budgetary effects of PAYGO legislation in each year over the 10-year period beginning in the budget year. (6) Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act Neither scorecard maintained by OMB pursuant to this subsection shall include net savings from any provisions of legislation titled Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act, which establishes a Federal insurance program for long-term care, if such legislation is enacted into law, or amended, subsequent to February 12, 2010 (e) Look-back to capture current-year effects For purposes of this section, OMB shall treat the budgetary effects of PAYGO legislation enacted during a session of Congress that occur during the current year as though they occurred in the budget year. (f) Averaging used to measure compliance over 5-year and 10-year periods OMB shall cumulate the budgetary effects of a PAYGO Act over the budget year (which includes any look-back effects under subsection (e)) and (1) for purposes of the 5-year scorecard referred to in subsection (d)(4), the four subsequent outyears, divide that cumulative total by five, and enter the quotient in the budget-year column and in each subsequent column of the 5-year PAYGO scorecard; and (2) for purposes of the 10-year scorecard referred to in subsection (d)(5), the nine subsequent outyears, divide that cumulative total by ten, and enter the quotient in the budget-year column and in each subsequent column of the 10-year PAYGO scorecard. (g) Emergency legislation (1) Designation in statute If a provision of direct spending or revenue legislation in a PAYGO Act is enacted as an emergency requirement that the Congress so designates in statute pursuant to this section, the amounts of new budget authority, outlays, and revenue in all fiscal years resulting from that provision shall be treated as an emergency requirement for the purposes of this Act. (2) Designation in the House of Representatives If a PAYGO Act includes a provision expressly designated as an emergency for the purposes of this chapter, the Chair shall put the question of consideration with respect thereto. (3) Point of order in the Senate (A) In general When the Senate is considering a PAYGO Act, if a point of order is made by a Senator against an emergency designation in that measure, that provision making such a designation shall be stricken from the measure and may not be offered as an amendment from the floor. (B) Supermajority waiver and appeals (i) Waiver Subparagraph (A) may be waived or suspended in the Senate only by an affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members, duly chosen and sworn. (ii) Appeals Appeals in the Senate from the decisions of the Chair relating to any provision of this subsection shall be limited to 1 hour, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the appellant and the manager of the bill or joint resolution, as the case may be. An affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members of the Senate, duly chosen and sworn, shall be required to sustain an appeal of the ruling of the Chair on a point of order raised under this subsection. (C) Definition of an emergency designation For purposes of subparagraph (A), a provision shall be considered an emergency designation if it designates any item as an emergency requirement pursuant to this subsection. (D) Form of the point of order A point of order under subparagraph (A) may be raised by a Senator as provided in section 644(e) of this title (E) Conference reports When the Senate is considering a conference report on, or an amendment between the Houses in relation to, a PAYGO Act, upon a point of order being made by any Senator pursuant to this section, and such point of order being sustained, such material contained in such conference report shall be deemed stricken, and the Senate shall proceed to consider the question of whether the Senate shall recede from its amendment and concur with a further amendment, or concur in the House amendment with a further amendment, as the case may be, which further amendment shall consist of only that portion of the conference report or House amendment, as the case may be, not so stricken. Any such motion in the Senate shall be debatable. In any case in which such point of order is sustained against a conference report (or Senate amendment derived from such conference report by operation of this subsection), no further amendment shall be in order. (4) Effect of designation on scoring If a provision is designated as an emergency requirement under this Act, CBO or OMB, as applicable, shall not include the budgetary effects of such a provision in its estimate of the budgetary effects of that PAYGO legislation. ( Pub. L. 111139, title I,  4 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 9  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010, referred to in subsec. (a)(1), is title I of Pub. L. 111139 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 8 section 931 of this title This Act, referred to in subsecs. (a)(2)(A)(i), (B)(i) and (g)(1), (4), is Pub. L. 111139 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 8 section 3101 of Title 31 section 712 of Title 31 This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (c)(1) and (g)(2), was in the original this title, meaning title I of Pub. L. 111139 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 8 section 931 of this title As amended by this title, referred to in subsec. (d)(3), means as amended by title I of Pub. L. 111139 Legislation titled the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act, referred to in subsec. (d)(6), was enacted as title VIII of Pub. L. 111148 Mar. 23, 2010 124 Stat. 828 section 1396a of Title 42 ll section 1396p of Title 42 Pub. L. 112240, title VI,  642(b)(1) Jan. 2, 2013 126 Stat. 2358 Codification Section is comprised of section 4 of Pub. L. 111139 section 4 of Pub. L. 111139 section 639 of this title  934. Annual report and sequestration order (a) Annual report Not later than 14 days (excluding weekends and holidays) after Congress adjourns to end a session, OMB shall make publicly available and cause to be printed in the Federal Register an annual PAYGO report. The report shall include an up-to-date document containing the PAYGO scorecards, a description of any current policy adjustments made under section 933(c) of this title section 933(g) of this title (b) Sequestration order If the annual report issued at the end of a session of Congress under subsection (a) shows a debit on either PAYGO scorecard for the budget year, OMB shall prepare and the President shall issue and include in that report a sequestration order that, upon issuance, shall reduce budgetary resources of direct spending programs by enough to offset that debit as prescribed in section 935 of this title ( Pub. L. 111139, title I,  5 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 15  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (a), was in the original this title, meaning title I of Pub. L. 111139 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 8 section 931 of this title  935. Calculating a sequestration (a) Reducing nonexempt budgetary resources by a uniform percentage (1) In general OMB shall calculate the uniform percentage by which the budgetary resources of nonexempt direct spending programs are to be sequestered such that the outlay savings resulting from that sequestration, as calculated under subsection (b), shall offset the budget-year debit, if any, on the applicable PAYGO scorecard. If the uniform percentage calculated under the prior sentence exceeds 4 percent, the Medicare programs described in section 906(d) of this title (2) Programs and activities in unified budget only Subject to the exemptions set forth in section 11, 1 1 (b) Outlay savings In determining the amount by which a sequestration offsets a budget-year debit, OMB shall count (1) the amount by which the sequestration in a crop year of crop support payments, pursuant to section 906(j) of this title (2) the amount by which the sequestration of Medicare payments in the 12-month period following the sequestration order, pursuant to section 906(d) of this title (3) the amount by which the sequestration in the budget year of the budgetary resources of other nonexempt mandatory programs reduces outlays in the budget year and in the subsequent fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 111139, title I,  6 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 16  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 11, referred to in subsec. (a)(2), means section 11 of Pub. L. 111139 section 905 of this title  936. Adjustment for current policies (a) Purpose The purpose of this section is to provide for adjustments of estimates of budgetary effects of PAYGO legislation for legislation affecting 4 areas of the budget (1) payments made under section 1395w4 of title 42 (2) the Estate and Gift Tax under subtitle B of title 26; (3) the AMT; and (4) provisions of EGTRRA or JGTRRA that amended title 26 (or provisions in later statutes further amending the amendments made by EGTRRA or JGTRRA), other than (A) the provisions of those 2 Acts that were made permanent by the Pension Protection Act of 2006 ( Public Law 109280 (B) amendments to the Estate and Gift Tax referred to in paragraph (2); (C) the AMT referred to in paragraph (3); and (D) the income tax rates on ordinary income that apply to individuals with adjusted gross incomes greater than $200,000 for a single filer and $250,000 for joint filers. (b) Duration This section shall remain in effect through December 31, 2011 (c) Medicare payments to physicians (1) Criteria Legislation that includes provisions amending or superseding the system for updating payments under subsections (d) and (f) of section 1395w4 of title 42 (2) Adjustment The amount of the maximum current policy adjustment shall be the difference between (A) estimated net outlays attributable to the payment rates and related parameters in accordance with subsections (d) and (f) of section 1395w4 of title 42 December 31, 2009 (B) what those net outlays would have been if (i) the nominal payment rates and related parameters in effect for 2009 had been in effect through December 31, 2014 (ii) thereafter, the nominal payment rates and related parameters described in subparagraph (A) had applied and the assumption described in clause (i) had never applied. (3) Limitation If the provisions in the legislation that cause it to meet the criteria in paragraph (1) cover a time period that ends before December 31, 2014 (A) estimated net outlays attributable to the payment rates and related parameters specified in section 1395w4 of title 42 December 31, 2009 (B) what those net outlays would have been if the nominal payment rates and related parameters in effect for 2009 had been in effect, without change, for the same period of time covered by the relevant provisions of the eligible legislation as under subparagraph (A). (d) Estate and Gift Tax (1) Criteria Legislation that includes provisions amending the Estate and Gift Tax under subtitle B of title 26 shall trigger the current policy adjustment required by this chapter. (2) Adjustment The amount of the maximum current policy adjustment shall be the difference between (A) total revenues projected to be collected under title 26 (as scheduled on December 31, 2009 (B) what those revenue collections would have been if, on the date of enactment of the legislation meeting the criteria in paragraph (1), estate and gift tax law had instead been amended so that the tax rates, nominal exemption amounts, and related parameters in effect for tax year 2009 had remained in effect through December 31, 2011 (3) Limitation If the provisions in the legislation that cause it to meet the criteria in paragraph (1) cover a time period that ends before December 31, 2011 (A) total revenues projected to be collected under title 26 (as scheduled on December 31, 2009 (B) what those revenues would have been if the estate and gift tax law rates, nominal exemption amounts, and related parameters in effect for 2009, with nominal exemption amounts indexed for inflation after 2009 consistent with subsection (g), had been in effect for the same period of time covered by the relevant provisions of the eligible legislation as under subparagraph (A). (4) Duration of policy adjustment Adjustments made pursuant to this subsection are available for policies affecting the estate and gift tax through only December 31, 2011 (e) AMT relief (1) Criteria Legislation that includes provisions extending AMT relief shall trigger the current policy adjustment required by this chapter. (2) Adjustment The amount of the maximum current policy adjustment shall be the difference between (A) total revenues projected to be collected under title 26 (as scheduled on December 31, 2009 (B) what those revenue collections would have been if, on the date of enactment of legislation meeting the criteria in paragraph (1), AMT law had instead been amended by making commensurate adjustments in the exemption amounts for joint and single filers in such a manner that the number of taxpayers with AMT liability or lost credits that occur as a result of the AMT would not be estimated to exceed the number of taxpayers affected by the AMT in tax year 2008 in any year for which relief is provided, through December 31, 2011 (3) Limitation If the provisions in the legislation that cause it to meet the criteria in paragraph (1) cover a time period that ends before December 31, 2011 (A) total revenues projected to be collected under title 26 (as scheduled on December 31, 2009 (B) what those revenues would have been if, on the date of enactment of legislation meeting the criteria in paragraph (1), AMT law had instead been amended by making commensurate adjustments in the exemption amounts for joint and single filers in such a manner that the number of taxpayers with AMT liability or lost credits that occur as a result of the AMT would not be estimated to exceed the number of AMT taxpayers in tax year 2008 for the same period of time covered by the relevant provisions of the eligible legislation as under subparagraph (A). (4) Duration of policy adjustment Adjustments made pursuant to this subsection are available for policies affecting the AMT through only December 31, 2011 (f) Permanent extension of middle-class tax cuts (1) Criteria Legislation that includes provisions extending middle-class tax cuts shall trigger the current policy adjustment required by this chapter if those provisions extend 1 or more of the following provisions: (A) The 10 percent bracket as in effect for tax year 2010, as provided for under section 101(a) of EGTRRA and any later amendments through December 31, 2009 (B) The child tax credit as in effect for tax year 2010, as provided for under section 201 of EGTRRA and any later amendments through December 31, 2009 (C) Tax benefits for married couples as in effect for tax year 2010, as provided for under title III of EGTRRA and any later amendments through December 31, 2009 (D) The adoption credit as in effect in tax year 2010, as provided for under section 202 of EGTRRA and any later amendments through December 31, 2009 (E) The dependent care credit as in effect in tax year 2010, as provided for under section 204 of EGTRRA and any later amendments through December 31, 2009 (F) The employer-provided child care credit as in effect in tax year 2010, as provided for under section 205 of EGTRRA and any later amendments through December 31, 2009 (G) The education tax benefits as in effect in tax year 2010, as provided for under title IV of EGTRRA and any later amendments through December 31, 2009 (H) The 25 and 28 percent brackets as in effect for tax year 2010, as provided for under section 101(a) of EGTRRA and any later amendments through December 31, 2009 (I) The 33 percent bracket as in effect for tax year 2010, as provided for under section 101(a) of EGTRRA and any later amendment through December 31, 2009 (J) The rates on income derived from capital gains and qualified dividends as in effect for tax year 2010, as provided for under sections 301 and 302 of JGTRRA and any later amendment through December 31, 2009 (K) The phaseout of personal exemptions and the overall limitation on itemized deductions as in effect for tax year 2010, as provided for under sections 102 and 103 of EGTRRA of 2001, respectively, and any later amendment through December 31, 2009 1 1 (L) The increase in the limitations on expensing depreciable business assets for small businesses under section 179(b) of title 26 December 31, 2009 (2) Adjustment The amount of the maximum current policy adjustment shall be the difference between (A) total revenues projected to be collected and outlays to be paid under title 26 (as scheduled on December 31, 2009 (B) what those revenue collections and outlay payments would have been if, on the date of enactment of legislation meeting the criteria in paragraph (1), the provisions identified in paragraph (1) were made permanent. (3) Limitation If the provisions in the legislation that cause it to meet the criteria in paragraph (1) are not permanent, subject to the maximum adjustment provided for under paragraph (2), the amount of each current policy adjustment made pursuant to this section shall be limited to the difference between (A) total revenues projected to be collected and outlays to be paid under title 26 (as scheduled on December 31, 2009 (B) what those revenue collections and outlay payments would have been if, on the date of enactment of legislation meeting the criteria in paragraph (1), the provisions identified in paragraph (1) had been in effect, without change, for the same period of time covered by the relevant provisions of the eligible legislation as under subparagraph (A). (g) Indexing for inflation Indexed amounts are assumed to increase in each year by an amount equal to the cost-of-living adjustment determined under section 1(f)(3) of title 26 (h) Guidance on estimates and current policy adjustments (1) Middle class tax cuts For purposes of estimates made pursuant to subsection (f) (A) each of the income tax provisions shall be estimated as though the AMT had remained at current law as scheduled on December 31, 2009 (B) if more than 1 of the income tax provisions is 2 2 (2) AMT For purposes of estimates made pursuant to subsection (e), changes to the AMT shall be estimated as if, on the date of enactment of legislation meeting the criteria in subsection (e)(1), all of the income tax provisions identified in subsection (f)(1) were made permanent. ( Pub. L. 111139, title I,  7 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 16  Editorial Notes  References in Text EGTRRA, referred to in subsecs. (a)(4) and (f)(1)(C), (G), is the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2001, Pub. L. 10716 June 7, 2001 115 Stat. 38 section 1 of Title 26 section 151 of Title 26 section 151 of Title 26 section 68 of Title 26 section 68 of Title 26 section 24 of Title 26 section 23 of Title 26 section 21 of Title 26 section 21 of Title 26 section 45F of Title 26 section 38 of Title 26 section 1 of Title 26 JGTRRA, referred to in subsecs. (a)(4) and (f)(1)(J), (L), is the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2003, Pub. L. 10827 May 28, 2003 117 Stat. 752 section 179 of Title 26 section 179 of Title 26 section 1177 of Title 46 section 1 of Title 26 section 341 of Title 26 section 1 of Title 26 section 1 of Title 26 The Pension Protection Act of 2006, referred to in subsec. (a)(4)(A), is Pub. L. 109280 Aug. 17, 2006 120 Stat. 780 section 1001 of Title 29 This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (c)(1), (d)(1), (e)(1), and (f)(1), was in the original this title, meaning title I of Pub. L. 111139 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 8 section 931 of this title  937. Application of BBEDCA For purposes of this chapter (1) notwithstanding section 275 of BBEDCA, the provisions of sections 905, 906, 907, and 922 of this title, as amended by this title, 1 1 (2) references in sections 905, 906, 907, and 922 of this title to this subchapter or this title 1 (3) references in sections 905, 906, 907, and 922 of this title to  section 904 of this title section 934 of this title (4) the reference in section 906(b) of this title section 934 of this title (5) the reference in section 906(d)(1) of this title section 935 of this title (6) the reference in section 906(d)(4) of this title section 934 of this title (7)  section 906(k) of this title (8) references 2 2 section 907(e) of this title section 933 of this title ( Pub. L. 111139, title I,  8 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 21  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this title, meaning title I of Pub. L. 111139 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 8 section 931 of this title Section 275 of BBEDCA, referred to in par. (1), is section 275 of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, Pub. L. 99177 section 900 of this title As amended by this title, referred to in par. (1), means as amended by title I of Pub. L. 111139 This title, appearing in quotes in par. (2), refers to the references to this title in the original in sections 905, 906, 907, and 922 of this title. This title appears untranslated in sections 906(h)(1), (j)(1), (3) and 922(a)(2), (3) of this title and translated as this chapter following subchapter I of in section 922(d) of this title Pub. L. 99177  938. Determinations and points of order  Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as limiting the authority of the chairmen of the Committees on the Budget of the House and Senate under section 643 of this title ( Pub. L. 111139, title I,  12 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 29  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this title, meaning title I of Pub. L. 111139 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 8 section 931 of this title  939. Limitation on changes to the Social Security Act (a) Limitation on changes to the Social Security Act Notwithstanding any other provision of law, it shall not be in order in the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider any bill or resolution pursuant to any expedited procedure to consider the recommendations of a Task Force for Responsible Fiscal Action or other commission that contains recommendations with respect to the old-age, survivors, and disability insurance program established under title II of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 401 (b) Waiver This section may be waived or suspended in the Senate only by the affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members, duly chosen and sworn. (c) Appeals An affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members of the Senate, duly chosen and sworn, shall be required in the Senate to sustain an appeal of the ruling of the Chair on a point of order raised under this section. ( Pub. L. 111139, title I,  13 Feb. 12, 2010 124 Stat. 29  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Social Security Act, referred to in subsec. (a), is act Aug. 14, 1935, ch. 531 49 Stat. 620 section 1305 of Title 42 Subchapter A of chapter 9 and subchapter E of chapter 1, referred to in subsec. (a), probably mean subchapter A of chapter 9 and subchapter E of chapter 1, respectively, of the Internal Revenue Code of 1939, which were comprised of sections 1400 to 1432 and 480 to 482, respectively, and were repealed (subject to certain exceptions) by section 7851(a)(1)(A), (3) of Title 26, Internal Revenue Code of 1986. Section 86 of part II of subchapter B of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code, referred to in subsec. (a), probably means section 86 of part II of subchapter B of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, which is classified to section 86 of Title 26 CHAPTER 21 CIVIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARD PROGRAM IN HONOR OF OFFICE OF SPEAKER OF HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES  1001 to 1004. Repealed. Pub. L. 101483 Oct. 31, 1990 104 Stat. 1166   Section 1001, Pub. L. 100158,  1 Nov. 9, 1987 101 Stat. 896  Section 1002, Pub. L. 100158,  2 Nov. 9, 1987 101 Stat. 897 Pub. L. 101118 Oct. 17, 1989 103 Stat. 698  Section 1003, Pub. L. 100158,  3 Nov. 9, 1987 101 Stat. 897  Section 1004, Pub. L. 100158,  4 Nov. 9, 1987 101 Stat. 898 Pub. L. 101118,  1 Oct. 17, 1989 103 Stat. 698 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Preamble Preamble to Pub. L. 100158 Pub. L. 101483 Oct. 31, 1990 104 Stat. 1166 CHAPTER 22 JOHN C. STENNIS CENTER FOR PUBLIC SERVICE TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT    Sec.  1101. Congressional findings.  1102. Definitions.  1103. Establishment of John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development.  1104. Purposes and authority of Center.  1105. John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Development Trust Fund.  1106. Expenditures and audit of trust fund.  1107. Executive Director of Center.  1108. Administrative provisions.  1109. Authorization for appropriations.  1110. Appropriations.  1101. Congressional findings The Congress makes the following findings: (1) Senator John C. Stennis of the State of Mississippi has served his State and country with distinction for more than 60 years as a public servant, including service in the United States Senate for a period of 41 years. (2) Senator Stennis has a distinguished record as a United States Senator, including service as the first Chairman of the Select Committee on Ethics, Chairman of the Committee on Armed Services, Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations, and President pro tempore of the Senate. (3) Senator Stennis has long maintained a special interest in and devotion to the development of leadership and excellence in public service. (4) There is a compelling need to encourage outstanding young people to pursue public service on a career basis and to provide public service leadership training opportunities for individuals serving in State and local governments and for individuals serving as employees of Members of Congress. (5) It would be a fitting tribute to Senator Stennis and to his leadership, integrity, and years of devoted public service to establish in his name a center for the training and development of leadership and excellence in public service. ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  112 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2172  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Short Title Pub. L. 100458, title I,  111 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2172 This subtitle [subtitle B ( 111121) of title I of Pub. L. 100458  1102. Definitions In this chapter: (1) The term Center means the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development established under section 1103(a) of this title (2) The term Board means the Board of Trustees of the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development established under section 1103(b) of this title (3) The term fund means the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development Trust Fund provided for under section 1105 of this title ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  113 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2172  1103. Establishment of John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development (a) Establishment There is established in the legislative branch of the Government a center to be known as the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development. (b) Board of Trustees The Center shall be subject to the supervision and direction of a Board of Trustees. The Board shall be composed of seven members, as follows: (1) Two members to be appointed by the majority leader of the Senate. (2) One member to be appointed by the minority leader of the Senate. (3) Two members to be appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives. (4) One member to be appointed by the minority leader of the House of Representatives. (5) The Executive Director of the Center, who shall serve as an ex officio member of the Board. (c) Term of office The term of office of each member of the Board appointed under paragraphs (1), (2), (3), and (4) of subsection (b) shall be six years, except that (1) the members first appointed under paragraphs (1) and (2) shall serve, as designated by the majority leader of the Senate, one for a term of two years, one for a term of four years, and one for a term of six years; (2) the members first appointed under paragraphs (3) and (4) shall serve, as designated by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, one for a term of two years, one for a term of four years, and one for a term of six years; and (3) a member appointed to fill a vacancy shall serve for the remainder of the term for which his predecessor was appointed and shall be appointed in the same manner as the original appointment for that vacancy was made. (d) Travel and subsistence pay Members of the Board (other than the Executive Director) shall serve without pay, but shall be entitled to reimbursement for travel, subsistence, and other necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties. (e) Location of Center The Center shall be located at or near Starkville, Mississippi, the location of Mississippi State University. ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  114 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2173  1104. Purposes and authority of Center (a) Purposes of Center The purposes of the Center shall be (1) to increase awareness of the importance of public service, to foster among the youth of the United States greater recognition and understanding of the role of public service in the development of the United States, and to promote public service as a career choice; (2) to provide training and development opportunities for State and local elected government officials and employees of State and local governments in order to assist such officials and employees to become more effective and more efficient in performing their public duties and develop their potential for accepting increased public service opportunities; and (3) to provide training and development opportunities for those employees of Members of the Congress who perform key roles in helping Members of Congress serve the people of the United States. (b) Authority of Center The Center is authorized, consistent with this chapter, to develop such programs, activities, and services as it considers appropriate to carry out the purpose of this chapter. Such authority shall include the following: (1) The development and implementation of educational programs for secondary and post-secondary schools and colleges designed (A) to improve the attitude of students toward public service; (B) to encourage students to consider public service as a career goal; (C) to create a better understanding of the important role that people in public service have played in the growth and development of the United States; and (D) to foster a sense of civic responsibility among the youth of the United States. (2) The development and implementation of programs designed (A) to enhance skills and abilities of public service employees and elected officials at the State and local levels of government; (B) to make such officials more productive and effective in the performance of their duties; and (C) to help prepare such employees and officials to assume greater responsibilities in the field of public service. (3) The development and implementation of congressional staff training programs designed to equip congressional staff personnel to perform their duties more effectively and efficiently. (4) The development and implementation of media and telecommunications production capabilities to assist the Center in expanding the reach of its programs throughout the United States. (5) The establishment of library and research facilities for the collection and compilation of research materials for use in carrying out the programs of the Center. (c) Program priorities The Board of Trustees shall determine the priority of the programs to be carried out under this chapter and the amount of funds to be allocated for such programs. ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  115 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2173  1105. John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Development Trust Fund (a) Establishment of fund There is established in the Treasury of the United States a trust fund to be known as the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Development Trust Fund. The fund shall consist of amounts appropriated to it pursuant to section 1110 of this title (b) Investment of fund assets (1) At the request of the Center, it shall be the duty of the Secretary of the Treasury to invest in full the amounts appropriated to the fund. Such investments may be made only in interest-bearing obligations of the United States issued directly to the fund. (2) The purposes for which obligations of the United States may be issued under chapter 31 of title 31 are hereby extended to authorize the issuance at par of special obligations directly to the fund. Such special obligations shall bear interest at a rate equal to the average rate of interest, computed as to the end of the calendar month next preceding the date of such issue, borne by all marketable interest-bearing obligations of the United States then forming a part of the public debt; except that where such average rate is not a multiple of one-eighth of 1 per centum, the rate of interest of such special obligations shall be the multiple of one-eighth of 1 per centum next lower than such average rate. All requests of the Center to the Secretary of the Treasury provided for in this section shall be binding upon the Secretary. (c) Authority to sell obligations At the request of the Center, the Secretary of the Treasury shall redeem any obligation issued directly to the fund. Obligations issued to the fund under subsection (b)(2) shall be redeemed at par plus accrued interest. Any other obligations issued directly to the fund shall be redeemed at the market price. (d) Proceeds from certain transactions credited to fund In addition to the appropriations received pursuant to section 1110 of this title section 1108(a) of this title ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  116 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2174 Pub. L. 101520, title III,  313(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2282 Pub. L. 1087, div. J, title I,  125 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 439  Editorial Notes Amendments 2003Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 1087,  125(1) (1) It shall be the duty of the Secretary of the Treasury to invest in full the amounts appropriated to the fund. Such investments may be made only in interest bearing obligations of the United States or in obligations guaranteed as to both principal and interest by the United States. For such purpose, such obligations may be acquired on original issue at the issue price or by purchase of outstanding obligations at the marketplace. (2) The purposes for which obligations of the United States may be issued under chapter 31 of title 31 are hereby extended to authorize the issuance at par of special obligations exclusively to the fund. Such special obligations shall bear interest at a rate equal to the average rate of interest, computed as to the end of the calendar month next preceding the date of such issue, borne by all marketable interest bearing obligations of the United States then forming a part of the public debt, except that when such average rate is not a multiple of one-eighth of one percent, the rate of interest of such special obligations shall be the multiple of one-eighth of one percent next lower than such average rate. Such special obligations shall be issued only if the Secretary determines that the purchase of other interest bearing obligations of the United States, or of obligations guaranteed as to both principal and interest by the United States or original issue or at the market price, is not in the public interest. Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 1087,  125(2) 1990Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 101520  1106. Expenditures and audit of trust fund (a) In general The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to pay to the Center from the interest and earnings of the fund, and moneys credited to the fund pursuant to section 1108(a) of this title (b) Audit by GAO The activities of the Center under this chapter may be audited by the Government Accountability Office under such rules and regulations as may be prescribed by the Comptroller General of the United States. Representatives of the Government Accountability Office shall have access to all books, accounts, records, reports, and files and all other papers, things, or property belonging to or in use by the Center, pertaining to such activities and necessary to facilitate the audit. ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  117 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2175 Pub. L. 101520, title III,  313(b) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2282 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814  Editorial Notes Amendments 2004Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 108271 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101520  1107. Executive Director of Center (a) Appointment by Board (1) There shall be an Executive Director of the Center who shall be appointed by the Board. The Executive Director shall be the chief executive officer of the Center and shall carry out the functions of the Center subject to the supervision and direction of the Board. The Executive Director shall carry out such other functions consistent with the provisions of this chapter as the Board shall prescribe. (2) The Executive Director shall not be eligible to serve as Chairman of the Board. (b) Compensation The Executive Director of the Center shall be compensated at the rate specified for employees in grade GS18 of the General Schedule under section 5332 of title 5 ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  118 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2175  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries References in Other Laws to GS16, 17, or 18 Pay Rates References in laws to the rates of pay for GS16, 17, or 18, or to maximum rates of pay under the General Schedule, to be considered references to rates payable under specified sections of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees, see section 529 [title I,  101(c)(1)] of Pub. L. 101509 section 5376 of Title 5  1108. Administrative provisions (a) In general In order to carry out the provisions of this chapter, the Center may (1) appoint and fix the compensation of such personnel as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this chapter, except that in no case shall employees other than the Executive Director be compensated at a rate to exceed the maximum rate for employees in grade GS15 of the General Schedule under section 5332 of title 5 (2) procure temporary and intermittent services of experts and consultants as are necessary to the extent authorized by section 3109 of title 5 (3) prescribe such regulations as it considers necessary governing the manner in which its functions shall be carried out; (4) solicit and receive money and other property donated, bequeathed, or devised, without condition or restriction other than it be used for the purposes of the Center, and to use, sell, or otherwise dispose of such property for the purpose of carrying out its functions; (5) accept and utilize the services of voluntary and noncompensated personnel and reimburse them for travel expenses, including per diem, as authorized by section 5703 of title 5 (6) enter into contracts, grants, or other arrangements, or modifications thereof, to carry out the provisions of this chapter, and such contracts or modifications thereof may, with the concurrence of two-thirds of the members of the Board, be entered into without performance or other bonds, and without regard to section 6101 of title 41 (7) make expenditures for official reception and representation expenses as well as expenditures for meals, entertainment and refreshments in connection with official training sessions or other authorized programs or activities; (8) apply for, receive and use for the purposes of the Center grants or other assistance from Federal sources; (9) establish, receive and use for the purposes of the Center fees or other charges for goods or services provided in fulfilling the Centers purposes to persons not enumerated in section 1104(b) of this title (10) invest, as specified in section 1105(b) of this title (11) make other necessary expenditures. (b) Omitted ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  119 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2176 Pub. L. 101163, title III,  320 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1068 Pub. L. 101520, title III,  313(c) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2282  Editorial Notes Codification In subsec. (a)(6),  section 6101 of title 41 41 U.S.C. 5 Pub. L. 111350,  6(c) Jan. 4, 2011 124 Stat. 3854 Subsection (b), which required the Center to submit an annual report to Congress on its operations under this chapter, terminated, effective May 15, 2000 section 3003 of Pub. L. 10466 section 1113 of Title 31 Amendments 1990Subsec. (a)(6) to (11). Pub. L. 101520 1989Subsec. (a)(7). Pub. L. 101163 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries References in Other Laws to GS16, 17, or 18 Pay Rates References in laws to the rates of pay for GS16, 17, or 18, or to maximum rates of pay under the General Schedule, to be considered references to rates payable under specified sections of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees, see section 529 [title I,  101(c)(1)] of Pub. L. 101509 section 5376 of Title 5  1109. Authorization for appropriations  There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this chapter. ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  120 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2176  1110. Appropriations  There is appropriated to the fund the sum of $7,500,000 to carry out this chapter. ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  121 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2176 CHAPTER 22A CONGRESSIONAL OFFICE FOR INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP    Sec.  1151. Congressional Office for International Leadership.  1151. Congressional Office for International Leadership (a) Establishment (1) In general There is established in the legislative branch of the Government an office to be known as the Congressional Office for International Leadership (the Office). (2) Board of Trustees The Office shall be subject to the supervision and direction of a Board of Trustees (the Board) which shall be composed of 11 members as follows: (A) Two Members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, one of whom shall be designated by the Majority Leader of the House of Representatives and one of whom shall be designated by the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives. (B) Two Senators appointed by the President pro tempore of the Senate, one of whom shall be designated by the Majority Leader of the Senate and one of whom shall be designated by the Minority Leader of the Senate. (C) The Librarian of Congress. (D) Four private individuals with interests in improving relations between the United States and eligible foreign states, designated by the Librarian of Congress. (E) The chair of the Subcommittee on Legislative Branch of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the chair of the Subcommittee on Legislative Branch of the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate. Each member appointed under this paragraph shall serve for a term of 3 years. Any vacancy shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment and the individual so appointed shall serve for the remainder of the term. Members of the Board shall serve without pay, but shall be entitled to reimbursement for travel, subsistence, and other necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties. (b) Purpose and authority of the Office (1) Purpose The purpose of the Office is to establish, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph (2), a program to enable emerging political and civic leaders of eligible foreign states at all levels of government to gain significant, firsthand exposure to the American free market economic system and the operation of American democratic institutions through visits to governments and communities at comparable levels in the United States and to establish and administer a program to enable cultural leaders of Russia to gain significant, firsthand exposure to the operation of American cultural institutions. (2) Grant program Subject to the provisions of paragraphs (3) and (4), the Office shall establish a program under which the Office annually awards grants to government or community organizations in the United States that seek to establish programs under which those organizations will host nationals of eligible foreign states who are emerging political and civic leaders at any level of government. (3) Restrictions (A) Duration The period of stay in the United States for any individual supported with grant funds under the program shall not exceed 30 days. (B) Limitation The number of individuals supported with grant funds under the program shall not exceed 3,500 in any fiscal year. (C) Use of funds Grant funds under the program shall be used to pay (i) the costs and expenses incurred by each program participant in traveling between an eligible foreign state and the United States and in traveling within the United States; (ii) the costs of providing lodging in the United States to each program participant, whether in public accommodations or in private homes; and (iii) such additional administrative expenses incurred by organizations in carrying out the program as the Office may prescribe. (4) Application (A) In general Each organization in the United States desiring a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Office at such time, in such manner, and accompanied by such information as the Office may reasonably require. (B) Contents Each application submitted pursuant to subparagraph (A) shall (i) describe the activities for which assistance under this section is sought; (ii) include the number of program participants to be supported; (iii) describe the qualifications of the individuals who will be participating in the program; and (iv) provide such additional assurances as the Office determines to be essential to ensure compliance with the requirements of this section. (c) Establishment of Fund (1) In general There is established in the Treasury of the United States a trust fund to be known as the Congressional Office for International Leadership Fund (the Fund), which shall consist of amounts which may be appropriated, credited, or transferred to it under this section. (2) Donations Any money or other property donated, bequeathed, or devised to the Office under the authority of this section shall be credited to the Fund. (3) Fund management (A) In general The provisions of subsections (b), (c), and (d) of section 1105 of this title section 1106(b) of this title (B) Expenditures The Secretary of the Treasury is authorized to pay to the Office from amounts in the Fund such sums as the Board determines are necessary and appropriate to enable the Office to carry out the provisions of this section. (d) Executive Director On behalf of the Board, the Librarian of Congress shall appoint an Executive Director who shall be the chief executive officer of the Office and who shall carry out the functions of the Office subject to the supervision and direction of the Board of Trustees. The Executive Director of the Office shall be compensated at the annual rate specified by the Board, but in no event shall such rate exceed level III of the Executive Schedule under section 5314 of title 5 (e) Administrative provisions (1) In general The provisions of section 1108 of this title (2) Support provided by Library of Congress The Library of Congress may disburse funds appropriated to the Office, compute and disburse the basic pay for all personnel of the Office, provide administrative, legal, financial management, and other appropriate services to the Office, and collect from the Fund the full costs of providing services under this paragraph, as provided under an agreement for services ordered under sections 1535 and 1536 of title 31. (f) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section. (g) Transfer of funds Any amounts appropriated for use in the program established under section 3011 of the 1999 Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act ( Public Law 10631 113 Stat. 93 (h) Effective dates (1) In general This section shall take effect on December 21, 2000 (2) Transfer Subsection (g) shall only apply to amounts which remain unexpended on and after the date the Board certifies to the Librarian of Congress that grants are ready to be made under the program established under this section. (j)  1 1 In this section, the term eligible foreign state means (1) any country specified in section 5801 of title 22 (2) Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania; and (3) any other country that is designated by the Board, except that the Board shall notify the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives of the designation at least 90 days before the designation is to take effect. ( Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title III,  313] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1401(a) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 382 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3192 Pub. L. 10913, div. A, title III,  3402(b) May 11, 2005 119 Stat. 272 Pub. L. 109289, div. B, title II,  20703(d)(6) Pub. L. 1105,  2 Feb. 15, 2007 121 Stat. 39 Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  1601(a) Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2041 Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  150(a) Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 522  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 3011 of the 1999 Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act, referred to in subsec. (g), is section 3011 of Pub. L. 10631 Amendments 2022 Pub. L. 117103,  150(a)(1)(A) Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 117103,  150(a)(1)(B) Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 117103,  150(a)(1)(C) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 117103,  150(a)(2)(A) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 117103,  150(a)(2)(B) Subsec. (b)(3)(C)(iii). Pub. L. 117103,  150(a)(2)(C) Subsec. (b)(4)(A). Pub. L. 117103,  150(a)(2)(D) Subsec. (b)(4)(B)(iv). Pub. L. 117103,  150(a)(2)(E) Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 117103,  150(a)(3)(A) Subsec. (c)(2), (3)(B). Pub. L. 117103,  150(a)(3)(B) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 117103,  150(a)(4) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 117103,  150(a)(5) 2009Subsec. (a)(2)(A). Pub. L. 11168,  1601(a)(1) Subsec. (a)(2)(B). Pub. L. 11168,  1601(a)(2) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 11168,  1601(b) 2007Subsec. (a)(2)(E). Pub. L. 109289,  20703(d)(6) Pub. L. 1105 Pub. L. 10913,  3402(b) Pub. L. 10913,  3402(b) 2005Subsec. (a)(2)(E). Pub. L. 10913,  3402(b) Pub. L. 109289,  20703(d)(6) Pub. L. 1105 2004Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 108447,  1502(1) Subsec. (a)(2)(E). Pub. L. 108447,  1502(2) Subsec. (j)(3). Pub. L. 108447,  1501 2003 Pub. L. 1087,  1401(a)(1) Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 1087,  1401(a)(2)(A) Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 1087,  1401(a)(2)(B)(i) Subsec. (a)(2)(D). Pub. L. 1087,  1401(a)(2)(B)(ii) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 1087,  1401(a)(3)(A) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 1087,  1401(a)(3)(B) Subsec. (b)(3)(B). Pub. L. 1087,  1401(a)(3)(C)(i) Subsec. (b)(3)(C)(i). Pub. L. 1087,  1401(a)(3)(C)(ii) Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 1087,  1401(a)(4)(A) Subsec. (c)(3)(B). Pub. L. 1087,  1401(a)(4)(B) Subsec. (h)(2). Pub. L. 1087,  1401(a)(5) Subsec. (j). Pub. L. 1087,  1401(a)(6) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  150(c) Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 523  Any reference in any law, rule, or regulation (1) to the Open World Leadership Center shall be deemed to refer to the Congressional Office for International Leadership; and (2) to the Open World Leadership Center Trust Fund shall be deemed to refer to the Congressional Office for International Leadership Fund. Effective Date of 2022 Amendment; Transition Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  150(d) Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 523  (1)  Effective date This section [amending this section and enacting provisions set out as a note under this section] and the amendments made by this section shall take effect on or after the later of October 1, 2021 Mar. 15, 2022 (2)  Service of current executive director The individual serving as the Executive Director of the Open World Leadership Center as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act shall be deemed to have been appointed by the Librarian of Congress to serve as the Executive Director of the Congressional Office for International Leadership. Effective Date of 2009 Amendment Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  1601(c) Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2041  The amendments made by this subsection [probably means section 1601 of Pub. L. 11168 (1) appointments made on and after the date of enactment of this Act [ Oct. 1, 2009 (2) the remainder of the fiscal year in which enacted, and each fiscal year thereafter. Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1401(b) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 382 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall take effect 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act [ Feb. 20, 2003 Construction of 2005 Amendment Pub. L. 109289, div. B, title II,  20703(d)(6) Pub. L. 1105,  2 Feb. 15, 2007 121 Stat. 39 Section 3402 of the Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense, the Global War on Terror, and Tsunami Relief, 2005 ( Public Law 10913 119 Stat. 272 section 132b of this title Russian Leadership Program Pub. L. 10631, title III,  3011 May 21, 1999 113 Stat. 93 Pub. L. 106113, div. B,  1000(a)(2) [title V,  585] Nov. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 1535 Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title III,  310] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763  (a)  Purpose It is the purpose of this section to establish, in accordance with the provisions of this section (1) a pilot program within the Library of Congress for fiscal years 2000 and 2001; and (2) a permanent program within the Executive agency designated by the President of the United States for fiscal years 2002 and thereafter, to enable emerging political leaders of Russia at all levels of government to gain significant, firsthand exposure to the American free market economic system and the operation of American democratic institutions through visits to governments and communities at comparable levels in the United States. (b)  Grants. (1)  In general The head of the administering agency shall annually award grants to government or community organizations in the United States that seek to establish programs under which those organizations will host eligible Russians for the purpose described in subsection (a). (2)  Duration The period of stay in the United States for any eligible Russian supported with grant funds under this section shall not exceed 30 days. (3)  Limitation The number of eligible Russians supported with grant funds under this section shall not exceed 3,000 in any fiscal year. (4)  Administration. (A)  In general Subject to the availability of appropriations, the head of the administering agency (i) may contract with nongovernmental organizations having expertise in carrying out the activities described in subsection (a) for the purpose of carrying out the administrative functions of the program (other than the awarding of grants); and (ii) may, without regard to the civil service laws and regulations (or, in the case of the Librarian of Congress, any requirement for competition in hiring), appoint and terminate an executive director and such other additional personnel as may be necessary to enable the administering agency to perform its duties under this section. (B)  Waiver of competitive bidding The Librarian of Congress, after consultation with the Joint Committee on the Library of Congress, may enter into contracts under subparagraph (A)(i) to carry out the pilot program during fiscal years 2000 and 2001 without regard to section 3709 of the Revised Statutes [see 41 U.S.C. 6101 (c)  Use of Funds Grants awarded under subsection (b) shall be used to pay (1) the costs and expenses incurred by each program participant in traveling between Russia and the United States and in traveling within the United States; (2) the costs of providing lodging in the United States to each program participant, whether in public accommodations or in private homes; and (3) such additional administrative expenses incurred by organizations in carrying out the program as the head of the administering agency may prescribe. (d)  Application. (1)  In general Each organization in the United States desiring a grant under this section shall submit an application to the head of the administering agency at such time, in such manner, and accompanied by such information as such head may reasonably require. (2)  Contents Each application submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall (A) describe the activities for which assistance under this section is sought; (B) include the number of program participants to be supported; (C) describe the qualifications of the individuals who will be participating in the program; and (D) provide such additional assurances as the head of the administering agency determines to be essential to ensure compliance with the requirements of this section. (3)  Waiver The Librarian of Congress may waive the requirement of this subsection in carrying out the pilot program during fiscal years 2000 and 2001. (e)  Advisory Board. (1)  In general There is established a Russian Leadership Program Advisory Board which shall advise the head of the administering agency as to the carrying out of the permanent program during fiscal years 2002 and thereafter. (2)  Membership The Advisory Board under paragraph (1) shall consist of (A) two members appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, of whom one shall be designated by the Majority Leader of the House of Representatives and one shall be designated by the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives; (B) two members appointed by the President pro tempore of the Senate, of whom one shall be designated by the Majority Leader of the Senate and one shall be designated by the Minority Leader of the Senate; (C) the Librarian of Congress; (D) a private individual with expertise in international exchange programs, designated by the Librarian of Congress; and (E) an officer or employee of the administering agency, designated by the head of the administering agency. (3)  Terms Each member appointed under paragraph (2) shall serve for a term of 3 years. Any vacancy shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment and the individual so appointed shall serve for the remainder of the term. (f)  Reporting The head of the administering agency shall, not later than 3 months following the close of each fiscal year for which such agency administered the program, report to Congress with respect to the conduct of such program during such fiscal year. Such report shall include information with respect to the number of participants in the program and the cost of the program, and any recommendations on improvements necessary to enable the program to carry out the purposes of this section. (g)  Funding. (1)  Fiscal year 1999. (A)  In general Of funds made available under the heading SENATE under title I of the Legislative [Branch] Appropriations Act, 1999 ( Public Law 105275 112 Stat. 2430 (B)  Use of funds at close of fiscal year Funds made available under this paragraph which are unexpended and unobligated as of the close of fiscal year 1999 shall no longer be available for such purpose and shall be available for the purpose originally appropriated. (2)  Fiscal year 2000 and subsequent fiscal years. (A)  Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to the administering agency for fiscal years 2000 and thereafter such sums as may be necessary to carry out the program. (B)  Availability of funds Amounts appropriated pursuant to subparagraph (A) are authorized to remain available until expended. (h)  Definitions In this section: (1)  Administering agency The term administering agency means (A) for fiscal years 2000 and 2001, the Library of Congress; and (B) for fiscal year 2002, and subsequent fiscal years, the Executive agency designated by the President of the United States under subsection (a)(2). (2)  Eligible russian The term eligible Russian means a Russian national who is an emerging political leader at any level of government. (3)  Program The term program means the grant program established under this section. (4)  Program participant The term program participant means an eligible Russian selected for participation in the program. CHAPTER 22B HUNGER FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM    Sec.  1161. Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellows and Mickey Leland International Hunger Fellows.  1161. Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellows and Mickey Leland International Hunger Fellows (a) Short title This section may be cited as the Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellows and Mickey Leland International Hunger Fellows Program Act of 2008. (b) Definitions In this subsection: 1 1 (1) Director The term Director means the head of the Congressional Hunger Center. (2) Fellow The term fellow means (A) a Bill Emerson Hunger Fellow; or (B) Mickey Leland Hunger Fellow. (3) Fellowship Programs The term Fellowship Programs means the Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship Program and the Mickey Leland International Hunger Fellowship Program established under subsection (c)(1). (c) Fellowship Programs (1) In general There is established the Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship Program and the Mickey Leland International Hunger Fellowship Program. (2) Purposes (A) In general The purposes of the Fellowship Programs are (i) to encourage future leaders of the United States (I) to pursue careers in humanitarian and public service; (II) to recognize the needs of low-income people and hungry people; (III) to provide assistance to people in need; and (IV) to seek public policy solutions to the challenges of hunger and poverty; (ii) to provide training and development opportunities for such leaders through placement in programs operated by appropriate organizations or entities; and (iii) to increase awareness of the importance of public service. (B) Bill Emerson Hunger Fellowship Program The purpose of the Bill Emerson Hunger Fellowship Program is to address hunger and poverty in the United States. (C) Mickey Leland Hunger Fellowship Program The purpose of the Mickey Leland Hunger Fellowship Program is to address international hunger and other humanitarian needs. (3) Administration (A) In general Subject to subparagraph (B), the Secretary shall offer to provide a grant to the Congressional Hunger Center to administer the Fellowship Programs. (B) Terms of grant The terms of the grant provided under subparagraph (A), including the length of the grant and provisions for the alteration or termination of the grant, shall be determined by the Secretary in accordance with this section. (d) Fellowships (1) In general The Director shall make available Bill Emerson Hunger Fellowships and Mickey Leland Hunger Fellowships in accordance with this subsection. (2) Curriculum (A) In general The Fellowship Programs shall provide experience and training to develop the skills necessary to train fellows to carry out the purposes described in subsection (c)(2), including (i) training in direct service programs for the hungry and other anti-hunger programs in conjunction with community-based organizations through a program of field placement; and (ii) providing experience in policy development through placement in a governmental entity or nongovernmental, nonprofit, or private sector organization. (B) Work plan To carry out subparagraph (A) and assist in the evaluation of the fellowships under paragraph (6), the Director shall, for each fellow, approve a work plan that identifies the target objectives for the fellow in the fellowship, including specific duties and responsibilities relating to those objectives. (3) Period of fellowship (A) Bill Emerson Hunger Fellow A Bill Emerson Hunger Fellowship awarded under this section shall be for not more than 15 months. (B) Mickey Leland Hunger Fellow A Mickey Leland Hunger Fellowship awarded under this section shall be for not more than 2 years. (4) Selection of fellows (A) In general Fellowships shall be awarded pursuant to a nationwide competition established by the Director. (B) Qualifications A successful program applicant shall be an individual who has demonstrated (i) an intent to pursue a career in humanitarian services and outstanding potential for such a career; (ii) leadership potential or actual leadership experience; (iii) diverse life experience; (iv) proficient writing and speaking skills; (v) an ability to live in poor or diverse communities; and (vi) such other attributes as are considered to be appropriate by the Director. (5) Amount of award (A) In general A fellow shall receive (i) a living allowance during the term of the Fellowship; and (ii) subject to subparagraph (B), an end-of-service award. (B) Requirement for successful completion of fellowship Each fellow shall be entitled to receive an end-of-service award at an appropriate rate for each month of satisfactory service completed, as determined by the Director. (C) Terms of fellowship A fellow shall not be considered an employee of (i) the Department of Agriculture; (ii) the Congressional Hunger Center; or (iii) a host agency in the field or policy placement of the fellow. (D) Recognition of fellowship award (i) Emerson Fellow An individual awarded a fellowship from the Bill Emerson Hunger Fellowship shall be known as an Emerson Fellow. (ii) Leland Fellow An individual awarded a fellowship from the Mickey Leland Hunger Fellowship shall be known as a Leland Fellow. (6) Evaluations and audits Under terms stipulated in the contract entered into under subsection (c)(3), the Director shall (A) conduct periodic evaluations of the Fellowship Programs; and (B) arrange for annual independent financial audits of expenditures under the Fellowship Programs. (e) Authority (1) In general Subject to paragraph (2), in carrying out this section, the Director may solicit, accept, use, and dispose of gifts, bequests, or devises of services or property, both real and personal, for the purpose of facilitating the work of the Fellowship Programs. (2) Limitation Gifts, bequests, or devises of money and proceeds from sales of other property received as gifts, bequests, or devises shall be used exclusively for the purposes of the Fellowship Programs. (f) Report The Director shall annually submit to the Secretary of Agriculture, the Committee on Agriculture of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry of the Senate a report that (1) describes the activities and expenditures of the Fellowship Programs during the preceding fiscal year, including expenditures made from funds made available under subsection (g); and (2) includes the results of evaluations and audits required by subsection (d). (g) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary such sums as are necessary to carry out this section, to remain available until expended. ( Pub. L. 107171, title IV,  4404 May 13, 2002 116 Stat. 335 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1502(c) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2250 Pub. L. 110234, title IV,  4401 May 22, 2008 122 Stat. 1132 Pub. L. 110246,  4(a) June 18, 2008 122 Stat. 1664  Editorial Notes Codification Pub. L. 110234 Pub. L. 110246 Pub. L. 110234 section 4(a) of Pub. L. 110246 Amendments 2008 Pub. L. 110246,  4401 2007Subsec. (f)(4)(A). Pub. L. 110161 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2008 Amendment Amendment of this section and repeal of Pub. L. 110234 Pub. L. 110246 May 22, 2008 Pub. L. 110234 section 4 of Pub. L. 110246 section 8701 of Title 7 Pub. L. 110234, title IV,  4407 May 22, 2008 122 Stat. 1142 Pub. L. 110246,  4(a) June 18, 2008 122 Stat. 1664 Except as otherwise provided in this title [see Tables for classification], this title and the amendments made by this title take effect on October 1, 2008 [ Pub. L. 110234 Pub. L. 110246 Pub. L. 110234 section 4(a) of Pub. L. 110246 section 8701 of Title 7 Effective Date Pub. L. 107171, title IV,  4405 May 13, 2002 116 Stat. 341 Except as otherwise provided in this title [see Short Title of 2002 Amendment note set out under section 2011 of Title 7 October 1, 2002 CHAPTER 23 GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEE RIGHTS  1201, 1202. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 1201, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  301 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1088 Pub. L. 103283, title III,  312(f)(1) July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1446 Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(a)(1) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 40 section 2000e16a of Title 42 Section 1202, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  302 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1088 Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(a)(1) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 40 section 2000e16b of Title 42  1203 to 1218. Repealed. Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(a)(2) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41   Section 1203, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  303 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1088  Section 1204, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  304 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1090  Section 1205, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  305 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1090 Pub. L. 103283, title III,  312(f)(2) July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1446  Section 1206, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  306 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1091  Section 1207, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  307 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1091  Section 1207a, Pub. L. 10350 July 2, 1993 107 Stat. 269 Pub. L. 103211, title II,  2001(a) Feb. 12, 1994 108 Stat. 22  Section 1208, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  308 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1092  Section 1209, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  309 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1093 Pub. L. 102392, title III,  316(a) Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1724 Pub. L. 10350 July 2, 1993 107 Stat. 268  Section 1210, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  310 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1094  Section 1211, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  311 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1094  Section 1212, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  312 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1094 Pub. L. 103283, title III,  312(f)(3) July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1446  Section 1213, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  313 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1095  Section 1214, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  314 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1095  Section 1215, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  316 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1095  Section 1216, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  317 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1096  Section 1217, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  318 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1096  Section 1218, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  319 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1096 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Savings Provision Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(a)(2) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41 section 1435 of this title  1219. Repealed. Pub. L. 104331,  5(a) Oct. 26, 1996 110 Stat. 4072   Section, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  303 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1096 Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(a)(3) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41  A prior section 303 of Pub. L. 102166 section 1203 of this title Pub. L. 1041 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 104331,  5(b) Oct. 26, 1996 110 Stat. 4072 This section [repealing this section and enacting provisions set out as a note below] shall take effect on October 1, 1997 Savings Provision Pub. L. 104331,  5(c) Oct. 26, 1996 110 Stat. 4072 The repeal under this section [repealing this section] shall not affect proceedings under such section 303 in which a complaint was filed before the effective date of this section [ Oct. 1, 1997  1220. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  304 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1097 Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(a)(3) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41 section 2000e16c of Title 42  1221. Repealed. Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(a)(2) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41   Section, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  322 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1098 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Savings Provision Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(a)(2) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41 section 1221 of this title section 1435 of this title  1222. Repealed. Pub. L. 102392, title III,  316(b) Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1724   Section, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  323 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1098  1223, 1224. Repealed. Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(a)(2) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41   Section 1223, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  324 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1099  Section 1224, Pub. L. 102166, title III,  325 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1099 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Savings Provision Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(a)(2) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41 section 1435 of this title CHAPTER 24 CONGRESSIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY    SUBCHAPTER IGENERAL  Sec.  1301. Definitions.  1302. Application of laws.  SUBCHAPTER IIEXTENSION OF RIGHTS AND PROTECTIONS  Part AEmployment Discrimination, Family and Medical Leave, Fair Labor Standards, Employee Polygraph Protection, Worker Adjustment and Retraining, Employment and Reemployment of Veterans, and Intimidation  1311. Rights and protections under title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and title I of Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.  1312. Rights and protections under Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993.  1313. Rights and protections under Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938.  1314. Rights and protections under Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988.  1315. Rights and protections under Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act.  1316. Rights and protections relating to veterans employment and reemployment.  1316a. Legislative branch appointments.  1316b. Rights and protections relating to criminal history inquiries.  1317. Prohibition of intimidation or reprisal.  Part BPublic Services and Accommodations Under Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990  1331. Rights and protections under Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 relating to public services and accommodations; procedures for remedy of violations.  Part COccupational Safety and Health Act of 1970  1341. Rights and protections under Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970; procedures for remedy of violations.  Part DLabor-Management Relations  1351. Application of chapter 71 of title 5 relating to Federal service labor-management relations; procedures for remedy of violations.  Part EGeneral  1361. Generally applicable remedies and limitations.  1362. Notices.  Part FStudy  1371. Study and recommendations regarding General Accounting Office, Government Printing Office, and Library of Congress.  SUBCHAPTER IIIOFFICE OF CONGRESSIONAL WORKPLACE RIGHTS  1381. Establishment of Office of Congressional Workplace Rights.  1382. Officers, staff, and other personnel.  1383. Procedural rules.  1384. Substantive regulations.  1385. Expenses.  1386. Disposition of surplus or obsolete personal property.  1387. Semiannual report of disbursements.  1388. Workplace climate surveys of employing offices.  SUBCHAPTER IVADMINISTRATIVE AND JUDICIAL DISPUTE-RESOLUTION PROCEDURES  1401. Procedure for consideration of alleged violations.  1402. Counseling.  1402a. Preliminary review of claims.  1403. Mediation.  1404. Repealed.  1405. Hearing.  1406. Appeal to Board.  1407. Judicial review of Board decisions and enforcement.  1408. Civil action.  1409. Judicial review of regulations.  1410. Other judicial review prohibited.  1411. Effect of failure to issue regulations.  1412. Expedited review of certain appeals.  1413. Privileges and immunities.  1414. Settlement.  1415. Payments.  1416. Confidentiality.  1417. Option to request remote work assignment or paid leave of absence during pendency of procedures.  SUBCHAPTER VMISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS  1431. Exercise of rulemaking powers.  1432. Political affiliation and place of residence.  1433. Nondiscrimination rules of House and Senate.  1434. Judicial branch coverage study.  1435. Savings provisions.  1436. Repealed.  1437. Sense of Senate regarding adoption of simplified and streamlined acquisition procedures for Senate acquisitions.  1437a. Training and education programs of employing offices.  1437b. Support for out-of-area covered employees.  1438. Severability. SUBCHAPTER I GENERAL  1301. Definitions (a) In general Except as otherwise specifically provided in this chapter, as used in this chapter: (1) Board The term Board means the Board of Directors of the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights. (2) Chair The term Chair means the Chair of the Board of Directors of the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights. (3) Covered employee The term covered employee means any employee of (A) the House of Representatives; (B) the Senate; (C) the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services; (D) the Capitol Police; (E) the Congressional Budget Office; (F) the Office of the Architect of the Capitol; (G) the Office of the Attending Physician; (H) the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights; (I) the Office of Technology Assessment; (J) the Library of Congress, except for section 1351 of this title (K) the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development. (4) Employee The term employee includes an applicant for employment and a former employee. (5) Employee of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol The term employee of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol includes any employee of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol or the Botanic Garden. (6) Employee of the Capitol Police The term employee of the Capitol Police includes any member or officer of the Capitol Police. (7) Employee of the House of Representatives The term employee of the House of Representatives includes an individual occupying a position the pay for which is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, or another official designated by the House of Representatives, or any employment position in an entity that is paid with funds derived from the clerk-hire allowance of the House of Representatives but not any such individual employed by any entity listed in subparagraphs (C) through (K) of paragraph (3). (8) Employee of the Senate The term employee of the Senate includes any employee whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate, but not any such individual employed by any entity listed in subparagraphs (C) through (K) of paragraph (3). (9) Employing office The term employing office means (A) the personal office of a Member of the House of Representatives or of a Senator; (B) a committee of the House of Representatives or the Senate or a joint committee; (C) any other office headed by a person with the final authority to appoint, hire, discharge, and set the terms, conditions, or privileges of the employment of an employee of the House of Representatives or the Senate; (D) the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, the United States Capitol Police, the Congressional Budget Office, the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, the Office of the Attending Physician, the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights, the Office of Technology Assessment, and the John C. Stennis Center for Public Service Training and Development; or (E) the Library of Congress, except for section 1351 of this title (10) Executive Director The term Executive Director means the Executive Director of the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights. (11) General Counsel The term General Counsel means the General Counsel of the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights. (12) Office The term Office means the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights. (b) Clarification of coverage of employees of certain commissions (1) Coverage With respect to the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom, the China Review Commission, the Congressional-Executive China Commission, and the Helsinki Commission (A) any individual who is an employee of such Commission shall be considered a covered employee for purposes of this chapter; and (B) the Commission shall be considered an employing office for purposes of this chapter. (2) Authority to provide legal assistance and representation (A) Subject to paragraph (3), legal assistance and representation under this chapter, including assistance and representation with respect to the proposal or acceptance of the disposition of a claim under this chapter, shall be provided to the China Review Commission, the Congressional-Executive China Commission, and the Helsinki Commission (i) by the Office of House Employment Counsel of the House of Representatives, in the case of assistance and representation in connection with a claim filed under subchapter IV (including all subsequent proceedings under such subchapter in connection with the claim) at a time when the chair of the Commission is a Member of the House, and in the case of assistance and representation in connection with any subsequent claim under subchapter IV related to the initial claim where the subsequent claim involves the same parties; or (ii) by the Office of Senate Chief Counsel for Employment of the Senate, in the case of assistance and representation in connection with a claim filed under subchapter IV (including all subsequent proceedings under such subchapter in connection with the claim) at a time when the chair of the Commission is a Senator, and in the case of assistance and representation in connection with any subsequent claim under subchapter IV related to the initial claim where the subsequent claim involves the same parties. (B) Legal assistance and representation under this chapter, including assistance and representation with respect to the proposal or acceptance of the disposition of a claim under this chapter, shall be provided to the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom by the Office of Senate Chief Counsel for Employment of the Senate, in the case of assistance and representation in connection with a claim filed under subchapter IV (including all subsequent proceedings under such subchapter in connection with such claim). (3) Definitions In this subsection (A) the term China Review Commission means the United States-China Economic and Security Review Commission established under section 7002 of title 22 section 1 of Public Law 106398 (B) the term Congressional-Executive China Commission means the CongressionalExecutive Commission on the Peoples Republic of China established under title III of the U.S.China Relations Act of 2000 ( Public Law 106286 22 U.S.C. 6911 (C) the term Helsinki Commission means the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe established under the Act entitled An Act to establish a Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe, approved June 3, 1976 Public Law 94304 22 U.S.C. 3001 (D) the term United States Commission on International Religious Freedom means the Commission established under section 6431 of title 22 ( Pub. L. 1041, title I,  101 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 4 Pub. L. 110279,  1(g)(1) July 17, 2008 122 Stat. 2609 Pub. L. 110437, title IV,  422(b)(1) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4996 Pub. L. 111145,  2(a)(5)(A) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 50 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  153(a)(1)(A) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 785 Pub. L. 115397, title III Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5321 Pub. L. 11694, div. J, title VIII,  805(b) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 3077  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 The U.S.China Relations Act of 2000, referred to in subsec. (b)(3)(B), is div. B of Pub. L. 106286 Oct. 10, 2000 114 Stat. 891 section 6901 of Title 22 Amendments 2019Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 11694,  805(b)(1) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 11694,  805(b)(2) Subsec. (b)(3)(D). Pub. L. 11694,  805(b)(3) 2018 Pub. L. 115397,  305(a) Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 115397,  308(b)(1) Par. (3)(J). Pub. L. 115141,  153(a)(1)(A)(i) Subsec. (a)(3)(K). Pub. L. 115397,  305(b)(1) Subsec. (a)(7). Pub. L. 115397,  305(c) Pub. L. 115397,  302(b) section 305(a) of Pub. L. 115397 Subsec. (a)(8). Pub. L. 115397,  305(c) Subsec. (a)(9)(D). Pub. L. 115397,  305(b)(2) Par. (9)(E). Pub. L. 115141,  153(a)(1)(A)(ii) 2010Par. (9)(D). Pub. L. 111145 2008Par. (3)(C). Pub. L. 110437,  422(b)(1) Par. (5). Pub. L. 110279 Par. (9)(D). Pub. L. 110437,  422(b)(2) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Pub. L. 115397, title III,  305(d) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5324 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall take effect as if included in the enactment of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 [ Pub. L. 1041 Amendment by section 308(b) of Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 308(d) of Pub. L. 115397 section 1381 of this title Pub. L. 115397, title IV,  401 Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5327  (a)  In General Except as otherwise provided in this Act [See Short Title of 2018 Amendment note below], this Act and the amendments made by this Act shall take effect upon the expiration of the 180-day period which begins on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Dec. 21, 2018 (b)  No Effect on Pending Proceedings Nothing in this Act or the amendments made by this Act may be construed to affect any proceeding or payment of an award or settlement relating to a claim under title IV of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1401 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  153(c) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 787  This section [amending this section and sections 1314 to 1316, 1331, 1341, 1351, 1401, 1404, and 1415 of this title] and the amendments made by this section (1) shall take effect on the date of enactment of this section [ Mar. 23, 2018 (2) shall apply to any charge, complaint, or claim, that is made on or after the date of enactment of this section, of a violation of (A) section 201, 202, 203, 207, or 210 of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1311 2 U.S.C. 1311 (B) a direct provision as defined in section 404(a) of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1404 Effective Date of 2008 Amendment Pub. L. 110437, title IV,  422(d) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4997 The amendments made by this section [amending this section and sections 1331 and 1341 of this title and section 2107 of Title 5 section 2166 of this title section 2241 of this title Oct. 20, 2008 section 2261 of this title Amendment by Pub. L. 110279 July 17, 2008 section 2051(i) of this title Short Title of 2021 Amendment Pub. L. 116283, div. A, title XI,  1103(a) Jan. 1, 2021 134 Stat. 3886 This section [amending section 1312 of this title section 412 of Title 3 section 7425 of Title 38 section 40122 of Title 49 section 1312 of this title section 412 of Title 3 section 7425 of Title 38 section 40122 of Title 49 Short Title of 2018 Amendment Pub. L. 115397,  1(a) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5297 This Act [enacting sections 1362, 1388, 1402a, 1417, 1437a, and 1437b of this title, amending this section and sections 1302, 1311, 1331, 1341, 1351, 1361, 1381, 1382, 1384, 1401 to 1405, 1408, 1414 to 1416, 1431, and 1438 of this title and section 8437 of Title 5 Short Title of 2015 Amendment Pub. L. 1146,  1 Mar. 20, 2015 129 Stat. 81 This Act [amending sections 1403, 1404, and 1416 of this title and enacting provisions set out as notes under sections 1381 and 1403 of this title] may be cited as the Office of Compliance Administrative and Technical Corrections Act of 2015. Short Title Pub. L. 1041,  1(a) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 This Act [enacting this chapter, amending sections 1201, 1202, 1219, 1220, and 1831 of this title, section 6381 of Title 5 section 751 of Title 31 Construction of 2010 Amendment Pub. L. 111145,  2(a)(5)(B) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 50 Nothing in the amendment made by subparagraph (A) [amending this section] may be construed to affect any procedure initiated under title IV of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 [ 2 U.S.C. 1401 Mar. 4, 2010  1302. Application of laws (a) Laws made applicable The following laws shall apply, as prescribed by this chapter, to the legislative branch of the Federal Government: (1) The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 ( 29 U.S.C. 201 (2) Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000e (3) The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( 42 U.S.C. 12101 (4) The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 ( 29 U.S.C. 621 (5) The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 ( 29 U.S.C. 2611 (6) The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 ( 29 U.S.C. 651 (7) Chapter 71 (relating to Federal service labor-management relations) of title 5. (8) The Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988 ( 29 U.S.C. 2001 (9) The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act ( 29 U.S.C. 2101 (10) The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ( 29 U.S.C. 701 (11) Chapter 43 (relating to veterans employment and reemployment) of title 38. (12)  Section 9202 of title 5 1 1 (b) Laws which may be made applicable (1) In general The Board shall review provisions of Federal law (including regulations) relating to (A) the terms and conditions of employment (including hiring, promotion, demotion, termination, salary, wages, overtime compensation, benefits, work assignments or reassignments, grievance and disciplinary procedures, protection from discrimination in personnel actions, occupational health and safety, and family and medical and other leave) of employees, and (B) access to public services and accommodations. (2) Board report Beginning on December 31, 1996 (3) Reports of congressional committees Each report accompanying any bill or joint resolution relating to terms and conditions of employment or access to public services or accommodations reported by a committee of the House of Representatives or the Senate shall (A) describe the manner in which the provisions of the bill or joint resolution apply to the legislative branch; or (B) in the case of a provision not applicable to the legislative branch, include a statement of the reasons the provision does not apply. On the objection of any Member, it shall not be in order for the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider any such bill or joint resolution if the report of the committee on such bill or joint resolution does not comply with the provisions of this paragraph. This paragraph may be waived in either House by majority vote of that House. (c) Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (1) In general The provisions of this chapter that apply to a violation of section 1311(a)(1) of this title 42 U.S.C. 2000ff 42 U.S.C. 2000ff6(c) (2) Construction (A) No limitation on other laws Nothing in this section limits the provisions of this chapter that apply to a violation of a law described in subparagraph (B). (B) Other laws A law described in this subparagraph is a law (even if not listed in subsection (a) or this subsection) that explicitly applies one or more provisions of this chapter to a violation. ( Pub. L. 1041, title I,  102 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 5 Pub. L. 115397, title III,  301 Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5320 Pub. L. 11692, div. A, title XI,  1122(d)(1)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 1608  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (a) and (c), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, referred to in subsec. (a)(1), is act June 25, 1938, ch. 676 52 Stat. 1060 section 201 of Title 29 The Civil Rights Act of 1964, referred to in subsec. (a)(2), is Pub. L. 88352 July 2, 1964 78 Stat. 252 section 2000a of Title 42 The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, referred to in subsec. (a)(3), is Pub. L. 101336 July 26, 1990 104 Stat. 327 section 12101 of Title 42 The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, referred to in subsec. (a)(4), is Pub. L. 90202 Dec. 15, 1967 81 Stat. 602 section 621 of Title 29 The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, referred to in subsec. (a)(5), is Pub. L. 1033 Feb. 5, 1993 107 Stat. 6 section 2105 of Title 5 section 2601 of Title 29 section 2601 of Title 29 The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, referred to in subsec. (a)(6), is Pub. L. 91596 Dec. 29, 1970 84 Stat. 1590 section 651 of Title 29 The Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988, referred to in subsec. (a)(8), is Pub. L. 100347 June 27, 1988 102 Stat. 646 section 2001 of Title 29 The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, referred to in subsec. (a)(9), is Pub. L. 100379 Aug. 4, 1988 102 Stat. 890 section 2101 of Title 29 The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, referred to in subsec. (a)(10), is Pub. L. 93112 Sept. 26, 1973 87 Stat. 355 section 701 of Title 29 The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, referred to in subsec. (c)(1), is Pub. L. 110233 May 21, 2008 122 Stat. 881 section 2000ff of Title 42 Amendments 2019Subsec. (a)(12). Pub. L. 11692 2018Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 115397 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Subsec. (a)(12) of this section, as added by Pub. L. 11692 Dec. 20, 2019 section 1316b(e) of this title section 1122(b)(2) of Pub. L. 11692 section 9202 of Title 5 Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title SUBCHAPTER II EXTENSION OF RIGHTS AND PROTECTIONS Part A Employment Discrimination, Family and Medical Leave, Fair Labor Standards, Employee Polygraph Protection, Worker Adjustment and Retraining, Employment and Reemployment of Veterans, and Intimidation  1311. Rights and protections under title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and title I of Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (a) Discriminatory practices prohibited All personnel actions affecting covered employees shall be made free from any discrimination based on (1) race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, within the meaning of section 703 of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000e2 (2) age, within the meaning of section 15 of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 ( 29 U.S.C. 633a (3) disability, within the meaning of section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ( 29 U.S.C. 791 42 U.S.C. 12112121 (b) Remedy (1) Civil rights The remedy for a violation of subsection (a)(1) shall be (A) such remedy as would be appropriate if awarded under section 706(g) of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000e5(g) (B) such compensatory damages as would be appropriate if awarded under section 1981 of title 42 (2) Age discrimination The remedy for a violation of subsection (a)(2) shall be (A) such remedy as would be appropriate if awarded under section 15(c) of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 ( 29 U.S.C. 633a(c) (B) such liquidated damages as would be appropriate if awarded under section 7(b) of such Act ( 29 U.S.C. 626(b) In addition, the waiver provisions of section 7(f) of such Act ( 29 U.S.C. 626(f) (3) Disabilities discrimination The remedy for a violation of subsection (a)(3) shall be (A) such remedy as would be appropriate if awarded under section 505(a)(1) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ( 29 U.S.C. 794a(a)(1) 42 U.S.C. 12117(a) (B) such compensatory damages as would be appropriate if awarded under sections 1981a(a)(2), 1981a(a)(3), 1981a(b)(2), and, irrespective of the size of the employing office, 1981a(b)(3)(D) of title 42. (c) Omitted (d) Application to unpaid staff (1) In general Subsections (a) and (b) shall apply with respect to (A) any staff member of an employing office who carries out official duties of the employing office but who is not paid by the employing office for carrying out such duties (referred to in this subsection as an unpaid staff member), including an intern, an individual detailed to an employing office, and an individual participating in a fellowship program, in the same manner and to the same extent as such subsections apply with respect to a covered employee; and (B) a former unpaid staff member, if the act that may be a violation of subsection (a) occurred during the service of the former unpaid staffer for the employing office. (2) Rule of construction Nothing in paragraph (1) may be construed to extend liability for a violation of subsection (a) to an employing office on the basis of an action taken by any person who is not under the supervision or control of the employing office. (3) Intern defined For purposes of this subsection, the term intern means an individual who performs service for an employing office which is uncompensated by the United States to earn credit awarded by an educational institution or to learn a trade or occupation, and includes any individual participating in a page program operated by any House of Congress. (e) Effective date This section shall take effect 1 year after January 23, 1995 ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  201 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 7 Pub. L. 115397, title III,  302(a) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5321  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of section 201 of Pub. L. 1041 section 201 of Pub. L. 1041 section 633a of Title 29 Amendments 2018Subsecs. (d), (e). Pub. L. 115397 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title Coverage of House of Representatives and the Agencies of the Legislative Branch Pub. L. 102166, title I,  117 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1080 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(b) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537  (a)  Coverage of the House of Representatives (1)  In general Notwithstanding any provision of title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000e (2)  Employment in the house (A)  Application The rights and protections under title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000e (B)  Administration (i)  In general In the administration of this paragraph, the remedies and procedures made applicable pursuant to the resolution described in clause (ii) shall apply exclusively. (ii)  Resolution The resolution referred to in clause (i) is the Fair Employment Practices Resolution (House Resolution 558 of the One Hundredth Congress, as agreed to October 4, 1988 (C)  Exercise of rulemaking power The provisions of subparagraph (B) are enacted by the House of Representatives as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the House of Representatives, with full recognition of the right of the House to change its rules, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of the House. (b)  Instrumentalities of Congress (1)  In general The rights and protections under this title [see Tables for classification] and title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000e (2)  Establishment of remedies and procedures by instrumentalities The chief official of each instrumentality of the Congress shall establish remedies and procedures to be utilized with respect to the rights and protections provided pursuant to paragraph (1). Such remedies and procedures shall apply exclusively, except for the employees who are defined as Senate employees, in [former] section 301(c)(1) [former 42 U.S.C. 2000e16a(c)(1) (3)  Report to congress The chief official of each instrumentality of the Congress shall, after establishing remedies and procedures for purposes of paragraph (2), submit to the Congress a report describing the remedies and procedures. (4)  Definition of instrumentalities For purposes of this section, instrumentalities of the Congress include the following: the Architect of the Capitol, the Congressional Budget Office, the Government Accountability Office, the Government Publishing Office, the Office of Technology Assessment, and the United States Botanic Garden. (5)  Construction Nothing in this section shall alter the enforcement procedures for individuals protected under section 717 of title VII for [of] the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000e16 [Section effective Nov. 21, 1991 section 402(a) of Pub. L. 102166 section 1981 of Title 42  1312. Rights and protections under Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (a) Family and medical leave rights and protections provided (1) In general The rights and protections established by sections 101 through 105 of the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 ( 29 U.S.C. 2611 29 U.S.C. 2612 29 U.S.C. 2612(a)(1) (2) Definitions For purposes of the application described in paragraph (1) (A) the term employer as used in the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 means any employing office, and (B) the term eligible employee as used in the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 means a covered employee who has been employed in any employing office for 12 months and for at least 1,250 hours of employment during the previous 12 months. The requirements of subparagraph (B) shall not apply with respect to leave under subparagraph (A) or (B) of section 102(a)(1) of the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 ( 29 U.S.C. 2612(a)(1) (b) Remedy The remedy for a violation of subsection (a) shall be such remedy, including liquidated damages, as would be appropriate if awarded under paragraph (1) of section 107(a) of the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 ( 29 U.S.C. 2617(a)(1) (c) Omitted (d) Special rule for paid parental leave (1) Substitution of paid leave A covered employee may elect to substitute for any leave without pay under subparagraph (A) or (B) of section 102(a)(1) of the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 ( 29 U.S.C. 2612(a)(1) (2) Amount of paid leave The paid leave that is available to a covered employee for purposes of paragraph (1) is (A) the number of weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth or placement involved that corresponds to the number of administrative workweeks of paid parental leave available to employees under section 6382(d)(2)(B)(i) of title 5 (B) during the 12-month period referred to in section 102(a)(1) of the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 ( 29 U.S.C. 2612(a)(1) (3) Limitation Nothing in this section or section 102(d)(2)(A) of the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 ( 29 U.S.C. 2612(d)(2)(A) (4) Additional rules Paid parental leave under paragraph (2)(A) (A) shall be payable from any appropriation or fund available for salaries or expenses for positions within the employing office; (B) if not used by the covered employee before the end of the 12-month period (as referred to in section 102(a)(1) of the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 ( 29 U.S.C. 2612(a)(1) (C) shall apply without regard to the limitations in subparagraph (E), (F), or (G) of section 6382(d)(2) of title 5 29 U.S.C. 2614(c)(2) (e) Regulations (1) In general The Board shall, pursuant to section 1384 of this title (2) Agency regulations The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall be the same as substantive regulations promulgated by the Secretary of Labor to implement the statutory provisions referred to in subsection (a) except insofar as the Board may determine, for good cause shown and stated together with the regulation, that a modification of such regulations would be more effective for the implementation of the rights and protections under this section. (f) Effective date (1) In general Subsections (a) and (b) shall be effective 1 year after January 23, 1995 (2) Government Accountability Office and Library of Congress Subsection (c) shall be effective 1 year after transmission to the Congress of the study under section 1371 of this title ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  202 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 9 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 11692, div. F, title LXXVI,  7603(a) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2306 Pub. L. 116283, div. A, title XI,  1103(g)(1) Jan. 1, 2021 134 Stat. 3889  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, referred to in subsec. (a)(2), is Pub. L. 1033 Feb. 5, 1993 107 Stat. 6 section 2105 of Title 5 section 2601 of Title 29 section 2601 of Title 29 Subsection (c) of this section, referred to in subsec. (f)(2), amended section 6381 of Title 5 Codification Section is comprised of section 202 of Pub. L. 1041 section 202 of Pub. L. 1041 section 6381 of Title 5 Amendments 2021Subsec. (d)(2)(B). Pub. L. 116283 2019Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 11692,  7603(a)(1) Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 11692,  7603(b) 29 U.S.C. 2612(a)(1) Subsecs. (d) to (f). Pub. L. 11692,  7603(a)(2) 2004Subsec. (e)(2). Pub. L. 108271 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2021 Amendment Pub. L. 116283, div. A, title XI,  1103(g)(2) Jan. 1, 2021 134 Stat. 3889 The amendment made by this subsection [amending this section] shall apply with respect to any event for which leave may be taken under subparagraph (A) or (B) of section 102(a)(1) of the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1995 [probably means Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993] ( 29 U.S.C. 2612(a)(1) October 1, 2020 Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Pub. L. 11692, div. F, title LXXVI,  7603(c) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2307 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall not be effective with respect to any birth or placement occurring before October 1, 2020 Clarification for Members of the National Guard and Reserves: Congressional Employees Pub. L. 11692, div. F, title LXXVI,  7605(b) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2308 For purposes of determining the eligibility of a covered employee (as such term is defined in section 101[(a)](3) of the Congressional Accountability Act [ 2 U.S.C. 1301(a)(3) 29 U.S.C. 2612(a) 2 U.S.C. 1312(a)(1) 2 U.S.C. 1301(a)(14) 2 U.S.C. 1312(a)(2)(B)  1313. Rights and protections under Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (a) Fair labor standards (1) In general The rights and protections established by subsections (a)(1) and (d) of section 6, section 7, and section 12(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 ( 29 U.S.C. 206 (2) Interns For the purposes of this section, the term covered employee does not include an intern as defined in regulations under subsection (c). (3) Compensatory time Except as provided in regulations under subsection (c)(3) and in subsection (c)(4), covered employees may not receive compensatory time in lieu of overtime compensation. (b) Remedy The remedy for a violation of subsection (a) shall be such remedy, including liquidated damages, as would be appropriate if awarded under section 16(b) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 ( 29 U.S.C. 216(b) (c) Regulations to implement section (1) In general The Board shall, pursuant to section 1384 of this title (2) Agency regulations Except as provided in paragraph (3), the regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall be the same as substantive regulations promulgated by the Secretary of Labor to implement the statutory provisions referred to in subsection (a) except insofar as the Board may determine, for good cause shown and stated together with the regulation, that a modification of such regulations would be more effective for the implementation of the rights and protections under this section. (3) Irregular work schedules The Board shall issue regulations for covered employees whose work schedules directly depend on the schedule of the House of Representatives or the Senate that shall be comparable to the provisions in the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 [ 29 U.S.C. 201 (4) Law enforcement Law enforcement personnel of the Capitol Police who are subject to the exemption under section 7(k) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 ( 29 U.S.C. 207(k) (d) Omitted (e) Effective date Subsections (a) and (b) shall be effective 1 year after January 23, 1995 ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  203 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 10 Pub. L. 104197, title III,  312 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2415  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, referred to in subsec. (c)(3), is act June 25, 1938, ch. 676 52 Stat. 1060 section 201 of Title 29 Codification Section is comprised of section 203 of Pub. L. 1041 section 203 of Pub. L. 1041 section 203 of Title 29 Amendments 1996Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 104197,  312(a) Subsec. (c)(4). Pub. L. 104197,  312(b) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Application of Rights and Protections of Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to Congressional and Architect of the Capitol Employees Pub. L. 101157,  8 Nov. 17, 1989 103 Stat. 944  (a)  House Employees. (1)  In general Not later than 180 days after the date the minimum wage rate prescribed by section 6(a)(1) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 ( 29 U.S.C. 206(a)(1) 29 U.S.C. 201 (2)  Administration In the administration of this subsection, the remedies and procedures under the Fair Employment Practices Resolution shall be applied. As used in this paragraph, the term Fair Employment Practices Resolution means House Resolution 558, One Hundredth Congress, agreed to October 4, 1988 January 3, 1989 (b)  Architect of the Capitol Employees Not later than 180 days after the date the minimum wage rate prescribed by section 6(a)(1) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 ( 29 U.S.C. 206(a)(1) 29 U.S.C. 201  1314. Rights and protections under Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988 (a) Polygraph practices prohibited (1) In general No employing office, irrespective of whether a covered employee works in that employing office, may require a covered employee to take a lie detector test where such a test would be prohibited if required by an employer under paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of section 3 of the Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988 ( 29 U.S.C. 2002(1) 29 U.S.C. 2005(d) (2) Definitions For purposes of this section, the term covered employee shall include employees of the Government Accountability Office and the term employing office shall include the Government Accountability Office. (3) Capitol Police Nothing in this section shall preclude the Capitol Police from using lie detector tests in accordance with regulations under subsection (c). (b) Remedy The remedy for a violation of subsection (a) shall be such remedy as would be appropriate if awarded under section 6(c)(1) of the Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988 ( 29 U.S.C. 2005(c)(1) (c) Regulations to implement section (1) In general The Board shall, pursuant to section 1384 of this title (2) Agency regulations The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall be the same as substantive regulations promulgated by the Secretary of Labor to implement the statutory provisions referred to in subsections (a) and (b) except insofar as the Board may determine, for good cause shown and stated together with the regulation, that a modification of such regulations would be more effective for the implementation of the rights and protections under this section. (d) Effective date (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), subsections (a) and (b) shall be effective 1 year after January 23, 1995 (2) Government Accountability Office and Library of Congress This section shall be effective with respect to the Government Accountability Office and the Library of Congress 1 year after transmission to the Congress of the study under section 1371 of this title ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  204 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 10 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  153(a)(2)(A) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 785  Editorial Notes Amendments 2018Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 115141 2004Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 108271 Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 108271  1315. Rights and protections under Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (a) Worker adjustment and retraining notification rights (1) In general No employing office shall be closed or a mass layoff ordered within the meaning of section 3 of the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act ( 29 U.S.C. 2102 (2) Definitions For purposes of this section, the term covered employee shall include employees of the Government Accountability Office and the term employing office shall include the Government Accountability Office. (b) Remedy The remedy for a violation of subsection (a) shall be such remedy as would be appropriate if awarded under paragraphs (1), (2), and (4) of section 5(a) of the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act ( 29 U.S.C. 2104(a)(1) (c) Regulations to implement section (1) In general The Board shall, pursuant to section 1384 of this title (2) Agency regulations The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall be the same as substantive regulations promulgated by the Secretary of Labor to implement the statutory provisions referred to in subsection (a) except insofar as the Board may determine, for good cause shown and stated together with the regulation, that a modification of such regulations would be more effective for the implementation of the rights and protections under this section. (d) Effective date (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), subsections (a) and (b) shall be effective 1 year after January 23, 1995 (2) Government Accountability Office and Library of Congress This section shall be effective with respect to the Government Accountability Office and the Library of Congress 1 year after transmission to the Congress of the study under section 1371 of this title ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  205 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 11 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  153(a)(2)(B) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 785  Editorial Notes Amendments 2018Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 115141 2004Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 108271 Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 108271  1316. Rights and protections relating to veterans employment and reemployment (a) Employment and reemployment rights of members of uniformed services (1) In general It shall be unlawful for an employing office to (A) discriminate, within the meaning of subsections (a) and (b) of section 4311 of title 38 (B) deny to an eligible employee reemployment rights within the meaning of sections 4312 and 4313 of title 38; or (C) deny to an eligible employee benefits within the meaning of sections 4316, 4317, and 4318 of title 38. (2) Definitions For purposes of this section (A) the term eligible employee means a covered employee performing service in the uniformed services, within the meaning of section 4303(13) of title 38 section 4304 of title 38 (B) the term covered employee includes employees of the Government Accountability Office, and (C) the term employing office includes the Government Accountability Office. (b) Remedy The remedy for a violation of subsection (a) shall be such remedy as would be appropriate if awarded under section 4323(d) of title 38 (c) Regulations to implement section (1) In general The Board shall, pursuant to section 1384 of this title (2) Agency regulations The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall be the same as substantive regulations promulgated by the Secretary of Labor to implement the statutory provisions referred to in subsection (a) except to the extent that the Board may determine, for good cause shown and stated together with the regulation, that a modification of such regulations would be more effective for the implementation of the rights and protections under this section. (d) Effective date (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), subsections (a) and (b) shall be effective 1 year after January 23, 1995 (2) Government Accountability Office and Library of Congress This section shall be effective with respect to the Government Accountability Office and the Library of Congress 1 year after transmission to the Congress of the study under section 1371 of this title ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  206 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 12 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 111275, title VII,  703(b) Oct. 13, 2010 124 Stat. 2888 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  153(a)(2)(C) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 785  Editorial Notes Amendments 2018Subsec. (a)(2)(B), (C). Pub. L. 115141 2010Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 111275 section 4323(d) of title 38 section 4323(c) of title 38 2004Subsec. (a)(2)(B), (C). Pub. L. 108271 Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 108271  1316a. Legislative branch appointments (1) Definitions For the purposes of this section, the terms covered employee and Board shall each have the meaning given such term by section 101 of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1301 (2) Rights and protections The rights and protections established under section 2108, sections 3309 through 3312, and subchapter I of chapter 35, of title 5, shall apply to covered employees. (3) Remedies (A) In general The remedy for a violation of paragraph (2) shall be such remedy as would be appropriate if awarded under applicable provisions of title 5 in the case of a violation of the relevant corresponding provision (referred to in paragraph (2)) of such title. (B) Procedure The procedure for consideration of alleged violations of paragraph (2) shall be the same as apply under section 401 of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 [ 2 U.S.C. 1401 2 U.S.C. 1311 (4) Regulations to implement section (A) In general The Board shall, pursuant to section 304 of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1384 (B) Agency regulations The regulations issued under subparagraph (A) shall be the same as the most relevant substantive regulations (applicable with respect to the executive branch) promulgated to implement the statutory provisions referred to in paragraph (2) except insofar as the Board may determine, for good cause shown and stated together with the regulation, that a modification of such regulations would be more effective for the implementation of the rights and protections under this section. (C) Coordination The regulations issued under subparagraph (A) shall be consistent with section 225 of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1361 (5) Applicability Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, the term covered employee shall not, for purposes of this section, include an employee (A) whose appointment is made by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate; (B) whose appointment is made by a Member of Congress or by a committee or subcommittee of either House of Congress; or (C) who is appointed to a position, the duties of which are equivalent to those of a Senior Executive Service position (within the meaning of section 3132(a)(2) of title 5 (6) Effective date Paragraphs (2) and (3) shall be effective as of the effective date of the regulations under paragraph (4). ( Pub. L. 105339,  4(c) Oct. 31, 1998 112 Stat. 3185  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Congressional Accountability Act of 1995, referred to in par. (3)(B), is Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Codification Section was enacted as part of the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, and not as part of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 which comprises this chapter.  1316b. Rights and protections relating to criminal history inquiries (a) Definitions In this section, the terms agency, criminal history record information, and suspension have the meanings given the terms in section 9201 of title 5 (b) Restrictions on criminal history inquiries (1) In general (A) In general Except as provided in subparagraph (B), an employee of an employing office may not request that an applicant for employment as a covered employee disclose criminal history record information if the request would be prohibited under section 9202 of title 5 (B) Conditional offer For purposes of applying that section 9202 under subparagraph (A), a reference in that section 9202 to a conditional offer shall be considered to be an offer of employment as a covered employee that is conditioned upon the results of a criminal history inquiry. (2) Rules of construction The provisions of section 9206 of title 5 (c) Remedy (1) In general The remedy for a violation of subsection (b)(1) shall be such remedy as would be appropriate if awarded under section 9204 of title 5 section 1312 of this title (2) Process for obtaining relief An applicant for employment as a covered employee who alleges a violation of subsection (b)(1) may rely on the provisions of subchapter IV (other than section 1407 or 1408 of this title, or a provision of this subchapter that permits a person to obtain a civil action or judicial review), consistent with regulations issued under subsection (d). (d) Regulations to implement section (1) In general Not later than 18 months after December 20, 2019 section 1384 of this title (2) Parallel with agency regulations The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall be the same as substantive regulations issued by the Director of the Office of Personnel Management under section 2(b)(1) of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 1 1 (e) Effective date Section 1302(a)(12) of this title section 9202 of title 5 ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  207 Pub. L. 11692, div. A, title XI,  1122(d)(1)(C) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 1608  Editorial Notes  References in Text This subchapter, referred to in subsec. (c)(2), was in the original this title, meaning title II of Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 7 Section 2(b)(1) of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019, referred to in subsec. (d)(2), probably means section 1122(b)(1) of Pub. L. 11692 section 9201 of Title 5 Section 1122 of Pub. L. 11692 Pub. L. 11692 Prior Provisions A prior section 207 of Pub. L. 1041 section 1317 of this title  1317. Prohibition of intimidation or reprisal (a) In general It shall be unlawful for an employing office to intimidate, take reprisal against, or otherwise discriminate against, any covered employee because the covered employee has opposed any practice made unlawful by this chapter, or because the covered employee has initiated proceedings, made a charge, or testified, assisted, or participated in any manner in a hearing or other proceeding under this chapter. (b) Remedy The remedy available for a violation of subsection (a) shall be such legal or equitable remedy as may be appropriate to redress a violation of subsection (a). ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  208 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 13 Pub. L. 11692, div. A, title XI,  1122(d)(1)(B) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 1608  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (a), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Part B Public Services and Accommodations Under Americans with Disabilities Act of  1331. Rights and protections under Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 relating to public services and accommodations; procedures for remedy of violations (a) Entities subject to this section The requirements of this section shall apply to (1) each office of the Senate, including each office of a Senator and each committee; (2) each office of the House of Representatives, including each office of a Member of the House of Representatives and each committee; (3) each joint committee of the Congress; (4) the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services; (5) the Capitol Police; (6) the Congressional Budget Office; (7) the Office of the Architect of the Capitol (including the Botanic Garden); (8) the Office of the Attending Physician; (9) the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights; (10) the Office of Technology Assessment; and (11) the Library of Congress. (b) Discrimination in public services and accommodations (1) Rights and protections The rights and protections against discrimination in the provision of public services and accommodations established by sections 201 through 230, 302, 303, and 309 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( 42 U.S.C. 12131121 (2) Definitions For purposes of the application of title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( 42 U.S.C. 12131 (c) Remedy The remedy for a violation of subsection (b) shall be such remedy as would be appropriate if awarded under section 203 or 308(a) of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( 42 U.S.C. 12133 section 1311 of this title (d) Available procedures (1) Charge filed with General Counsel A qualified individual with a disability, as defined in section 201(2) of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( 42 U.S.C. 12131(2) (2) Mediation If, upon investigation under paragraph (1), the General Counsel believes that a violation of subsection (b) may have occurred and that mediation may be helpful in resolving the dispute, the General Counsel may request, but not participate in, mediation under subsections (b) through (d) of section 1403 of this title (3) Complaint, hearing, Board review If mediation under paragraph (2) has not succeeded in resolving the dispute, and if the General Counsel believes that a violation of subsection (b) may have occurred, the General Counsel may file with the Office a complaint against any entity responsible for correcting the violation. The complaint shall be submitted to a hearing officer for decision pursuant to subsections (b) through (h) of section 1405 of this title section 1406 of this title (4) Judicial review A charging individual who has intervened under paragraph (3) or any respondent to the complaint, if aggrieved by a final decision of the Board under paragraph (3), may file a petition for review in the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, pursuant to section 1407 of this title (5) Compliance date If new appropriated funds are necessary to comply with an order requiring correction of a violation of subsection (b), compliance shall take place as soon as possible, but no later than the fiscal year following the end of the fiscal year in which the order requiring correction becomes final and not subject to further review. (e) Regulations to implement section (1) In general The Board shall, pursuant to section 1384 of this title (2) Agency regulations The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall be the same as substantive regulations promulgated by the Attorney General and the Secretary of Transportation to implement the statutory provisions referred to in subsection (b) except to the extent that the Board may determine, for good cause shown and stated together with the regulation, that a modification of such regulations would be more effective for the implementation of the rights and protections under this section. (3) Entity responsible for correction The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall include a method of identifying, for purposes of this section and for categories of violations of subsection (b), the entity responsible for correction of a particular violation. (f) Periodic inspections; report to Congress; initial study (1) Periodic inspections On a regular basis, and at least once each Congress, the General Counsel shall inspect the facilities of the entities listed in subsection (a) to ensure compliance with subsection (b). (2) Report On the basis of each periodic inspection, the General Counsel shall, at least once every Congress, prepare and submit a report (A) to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the President pro tempore of the Senate, and the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, or other entity responsible, 1 1 (B) containing the results of the periodic inspection, describing any steps necessary to correct any violation of this section, assessing any limitations in accessibility to and usability by individuals with disabilities associated with each violation, and the estimated cost and time needed for abatement. (3) Initial period for study and corrective action The period from January 23, 1995 December 31, 1996 July 1, 1996 (4) Detailed personnel The Attorney General, the Secretary of Transportation, and the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board may, on request of the Executive Director, detail to the Office such personnel as may be necessary to advise and assist the Office in carrying out its duties under this section. (g) Omitted (h) Election of remedies relating to rights to public services and accommodations for Library visitors (1) Definition of Library visitor In this subsection, the term Library visitor means an individual who is eligible to bring a claim for a violation under title II or III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 [ 42 U.S.C. 12131 section 1311 of this title (2) Election of remedies (A) In general A Library visitor who alleges a violation of subsection (b) by the Library of Congress may, subject to subparagraph (B) (i) file a charge against the Library of Congress under subsection (d); or (ii) use the remedies and procedures set forth in section 2000e16 of title 42 42 U.S.C. 12209 (B) Timing A Library visitor that has initiated proceedings under clause (i) or (ii) of subparagraph (A) may elect to change and initiate a proceeding under the other clause (i) in the case of a Library visitor who first filed a charge pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i), before the General Counsel files a complaint under subsection (d)(3); or (ii) in the case of a Library visitor who first initiated a proceeding under subparagraph (A)(ii), before the Library visitor requests a hearing under the procedures of the Library of Congress described in such subparagraph. (i) Effective date (1) In general Subsections (b), (c), and (d) shall be effective on January 1, 1997 (2) Government Accountability Office, Government Publishing Office, and Library of Congress Subsection (g) shall be effective 1 year after transmission to the Congress of the study under section 1371 of this title ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  210 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 13 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 110279,  1(g)(2) July 17, 2008 122 Stat. 2609 Pub. L. 110437, title IV,  422(b)(3) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4996 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(b) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  153(a)(1)(B) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 785 Pub. L. 115397, title III Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5321  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, referred to in subsecs. (b)(2) and (h)(1), is Pub. L. 101336 July 26, 1990 104 Stat. 327 section 12101 of Title 42 Subsection (g), referred to in subsec. (i)(2), amended section 12209 of Title 42 Codification Section is comprised of section 210 of Pub. L. 1041 section 210 of Pub. L. 1041 section 12209 of Title 42 Amendments 2018Subsec. (a)(9). Pub. L. 115397,  308(b)(8) Subsec. (a)(11). Pub. L. 115141 Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 115397,  303(b) section 1403 of this title Subsecs. (h), (i). Pub. L. 115397,  303(a) 2008Subsec. (a)(4). Pub. L. 110437 Subsec. (a)(7). Pub. L. 110279 2004Subsec. (h)(2). Pub. L. 108271 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Government Publishing Office substituted for Government Printing Office in heading of subsec. (h)(2) on authority of section 1301(b) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44 Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Pub. L. 115397, title III,  303(c) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5322 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect as if such amendments were included in the enactment of section 153 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2018 ( Public Law 115141 section 1301 of this title Amendment by section 308(b)(8) of Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 308(d) of Pub. L. 115397 section 1381 of this title Except as otherwise provided, amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title Effective Date of 2008 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 110437 section 2241 of this title Oct. 20, 2008 section 422(d) of Pub. L. 110437 section 1301 of this title Amendment by Pub. L. 110279 July 17, 2008 section 2051(i) of this title Part C Occupational Safety and Health Act of  1341. Rights and protections under Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970; procedures for remedy of violations (a) Occupational safety and health protections (1) In general Each employing office and each covered employee shall comply with the provisions of section 5 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 ( 29 U.S.C. 654 (2) Definitions For purposes of the application under this section of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 [ 29 U.S.C. 651 (A) the term employer as used in such Act means an employing office; (B) the term employee as used in such Act means a covered employee; (C) the term employing office includes the Government Accountability Office and any entity listed in subsection (a) of section 1331 of this title (D) the term employee includes employees of the Government Accountability Office. (b) Remedy The remedy for a violation of subsection (a) shall be an order to correct the violation, including such order as would be appropriate if issued under section 13(a) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 ( 29 U.S.C. 662(a) (c) Procedures (1) Requests for inspections Upon written request of any employing office or covered employee, the General Counsel shall exercise the authorities granted to the Secretary of Labor by subsections (a), (d), (e), and (f) of section 8 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 ( 29 U.S.C. 657(a) (2) Citations, notices, and notifications For purposes of this section, the General Counsel shall exercise the authorities granted to the Secretary of Labor in sections 9 and 10 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 ( 29 U.S.C. 658 (A) a citation or notice to any employing office responsible for correcting a violation of subsection (a); or (B) a notification to any employing office that the General Counsel believes has failed to correct a violation for which a citation has been issued within the period permitted for its correction. (3) Hearings and review If after issuing a citation or notification, the General Counsel determines that a violation has not been corrected, the General Counsel may file a complaint with the Office against the employing office named in the citation or notification. The complaint shall be submitted to a hearing officer for decision pursuant to subsections (b) through (h) of section 1405 of this title section 1406 of this title (4) Variance procedures An employing office may request from the Board an order granting a variance from a standard made applicable by this section. For the purposes of this section, the Board shall exercise the authorities granted to the Secretary of Labor in sections 6(b)(6) and 6(d) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 ( 29 U.S.C. 655(b)(6) section 1405 of this title section 1406 of this title (5) Judicial review The General Counsel or employing office aggrieved by a final decision of the Board under paragraph (3) or (4), may file a petition for review with the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit pursuant to section 1407 of this title (6) Compliance date If new appropriated funds are necessary to correct a violation of subsection (a) for which a citation is issued, or to comply with an order requiring correction of such a violation, correction or compliance shall take place as soon as possible, but not later than the end of the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which the citation is issued or the order requiring correction becomes final and not subject to further review. (d) Regulations to implement section (1) In general The Board shall, pursuant to section 1384 of this title (2) Agency regulations The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall be the same as substantive regulations promulgated by the Secretary of Labor to implement the statutory provisions referred to in subsection (a) except to the extent that the Board may determine, for good cause shown and stated together with the regulation, that a modification of such regulations would be more effective for the implementation of the rights and protections under this section. (3) Employing office responsible for correction The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall include a method of identifying, for purposes of this section and for different categories of violations of subsection (a), the employing office responsible for correction of a particular violation. (e) Periodic inspections; report to Congress (1) Periodic inspections On a regular basis, and at least once each Congress, the General Counsel, exercising the same authorities of the Secretary of Labor as under subsection (c)(1), shall conduct periodic inspections of all facilities of the House of Representatives, the Senate, the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, the Capitol Police, the Congressional Budget Office, the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, the Office of the Attending Physician, the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights, the Office of Technology Assessment, the Library of Congress, and the Government Accountability Office to report on compliance with subsection (a). (2) Report On the basis of each periodic inspection, the General Counsel shall prepare and submit a report (A) to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the President pro tempore of the Senate, and the Office of the Architect of the Capitol or other employing office responsible for correcting the violation of this section uncovered by such inspection, and (B) containing the results of the periodic inspection, identifying the employing office responsible for correcting the violation of this section uncovered by such inspection, describing any steps necessary to correct any violation of this section, and assessing any risks to employee health and safety associated with any violation. (3) Action after report If a report identifies any violation of this section, the General Counsel shall issue a citation or notice in accordance with subsection (c)(2)(A). (4) Detailed personnel The Secretary of Labor may, on request of the Executive Director, detail to the Office such personnel as may be necessary to advise and assist the Office in carrying out its duties under this section. (f) Initial period for study and corrective action The period from January 23, 1995 December 31, 1996 July 1, 1996 (g) Effective date (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), subsections (a), (b), (c), and (e)(3) shall be effective on January 1, 1997 (2) Government Accountability Office and Library of Congress This section shall be effective with respect to the Government Accountability Office and the Library of Congress 1 year after transmission to the Congress of the study under section 1371 of this title ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  215 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 16 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 110437, title IV,  422(b)(4) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4996 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  153(a)(2)(D) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 785 Pub. L. 115397, title III,  308(b)(9) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5326  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, referred to in subsec. (a)(2), is Pub. L. 91596 Dec. 29, 1970 84 Stat. 1590 section 651 of Title 29 Amendments 2018Subsec. (a)(2)(C). Pub. L. 115141,  153(a)(2)(D)(i) Subsec. (a)(2)(D). Pub. L. 115141,  153(a)(2)(D)(ii) Subsec. (e)(1). Pub. L. 115397 2008Subsec. (e)(1). Pub. L. 110437 2004Subsecs. (a)(2)(C), (D), (e)(1) . Pub. L. 108271 Subsec. (g)(2). Pub. L. 108271 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 308(d) of Pub. L. 115397 section 1381 of this title Effective Date of 2008 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 110437 section 2241 of this title Oct. 20, 2008 section 422(d) of Pub. L. 110437 section 1301 of this title Part D Labor-Management Relations  1351. Application of chapter 71 of title 5 relating to Federal service labor-management relations; procedures for remedy of violations (a) Labor-management rights (1) In general The rights, protections, and responsibilities established under sections 7102, 7106, 7111 through 7117, 7119 through 7122, and 7131 of title 5 shall apply to employing offices and to covered employees and representatives of those employees. (2) Application For purposes of the application under this section of the sections referred to in paragraph (1), the term agency shall be deemed to include an employing office. (3) Definitions For purposes of this section, the term covered employee does not include an employee of the Library of Congress, and the term employing office does not include the Library of Congress. (b) Remedy The remedy for a violation of subsection (a) shall be such remedy, including a remedy under section 7118(a)(7) of title 5 (c) Authorities and procedures for implementation and enforcement (1) General authorities of Board; petitions For purposes of this section and except as otherwise provided in this section, the Board shall exercise the authorities of the Federal Labor Relations Authority under sections 7105, 7111, 7112, 7113, 7115, 7117, 7118, and 7122 of title 5 and of the President under section 7103(b) of title 5 section 1405 of this title section 1406 of this title (2) General authorities of the General Counsel; charges of unfair labor practice For purposes of this section and except as otherwise provided in this section, the General Counsel shall exercise the authorities of the General Counsel of the Federal Labor Relations Authority under sections 7104 and 7118 of title 5. For purposes of this section, any charge or other submission that, under chapter 71 of title 5, would be submitted to the General Counsel of the Federal Labor Relations Authority shall, if brought under this section, be submitted to the General Counsel. If any person charges an employing office or a labor organization with having engaged in or engaging in an unfair labor practice and makes such charge within 180 days of the occurrence of the alleged unfair labor practice, the General Counsel shall investigate the charge and may file a complaint with the Office. The complaint shall be submitted to a hearing officer for decision pursuant to subsections (b) through (h) of section 1405 of this title section 1406 of this title (3) Judicial review Except for matters referred to in paragraphs (1) and (2) of section 7123(a) of title 5 section 1407 of this title (4) Exercise of impasses panel authority; requests For purposes of this section and except as otherwise provided in this section, the Board shall exercise the authorities of the Federal Service Impasses Panel under section 7119 of title 5 section 7119 of title 5 (d) Regulations to implement section (1) In general The Board shall, pursuant to section 1384 of this title (2) Agency regulations Except as provided in subsection (e), the regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall be the same as substantive regulations promulgated by the Federal Labor Relations Authority to implement the statutory provisions referred to in subsection (a) except (A) to the extent that the Board may determine, for good cause shown and stated together with the regulation, that a modification of such regulations would be more effective for the implementation of the rights and protections under this section; or (B) as the Board deems necessary to avoid a conflict of interest or appearance of a conflict of interest. (e) Specific regulations regarding application to certain offices of Congress (1) Regulations required The Board shall issue regulations pursuant to section 1384 of this title (A) to the extent that the Board may determine, for good cause shown and stated together with the regulation, that a modification of such regulations would be more effective for the implementation of the rights and protections under this section; and (B) that the Board shall exclude from coverage under this section any covered employees who are employed in offices listed in paragraph (2) if the Board determines that such exclusion is required because of (i) a conflict of interest or appearance of a conflict of interest; or (ii) Congress constitutional responsibilities. (2) Offices referred to The offices referred to in paragraph (1) include (A) the personal office of any Member of the House of Representatives or of any Senator; (B) a standing, select, special, permanent, temporary, or other committee of the Senate or House of Representatives, or a joint committee of Congress; (C) the Office of the Vice President (as President of the Senate), the Office of the President pro tempore of the Senate, the Office of the Majority Leader of the Senate, the Office of the Minority Leader of the Senate, the Office of the Majority Whip of the Senate, the Office of the Minority Whip of the Senate, the Conference of the Majority of the Senate, the Conference of the Minority of the Senate, the Office of the Secretary of the Conference of the Majority of the Senate, the Office of the Secretary of the Conference of the Minority of the Senate, the Office of the Secretary for the Majority of the Senate, the Office of the Secretary for the Minority of the Senate, the Majority Policy Committee of the Senate, the Minority Policy Committee of the Senate, and the following offices within the Office of the Secretary of the Senate: Offices of the Parliamentarian, Bill Clerk, Legislative Clerk, Journal Clerk, Executive Clerk, Enrolling Clerk, Official Reporters of Debate, Daily Digest, Printing Services, Captioning Services, and Senate Chief Counsel for Employment; (D) the Office of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Office of the Majority Leader of the House of Representatives, the Office of the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, the Offices of the Chief Deputy Majority Whips, the Offices of the Chief Deputy Minority Whips and the following offices within the Office of the Clerk of the House of Representatives: Offices of Legislative Operations, Official Reporters of Debate, Official Reporters to Committees, Printing Services, and Legislative Information; (E) the Office of the Legislative Counsel of the Senate, the Office of the Senate Legal Counsel, the Office of the Legislative Counsel of the House of Representatives, the Office of the General Counsel of the House of Representatives, the Office of the Parliamentarian of the House of Representatives, and the Office of the Law Revision Counsel; (F) the offices of any caucus or party organization; (G) the Congressional Budget Office, the Office of Technology Assessment, and the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights; and (H) such other offices that perform comparable functions which are identified under regulations of the Board. (f) Effective date (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), subsections (a) and (b) shall be effective on October 1, 1996 (2) Certain offices With respect to the offices listed in subsection (e)(2), to the covered employees of such offices, and to representatives of such employees, subsections (a) and (b) shall be effective on the effective date of regulations under subsection (e). ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  220 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 19 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  153(a)(1)(C) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 785 Pub. L. 115397, title III,  308(b)(10) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5326  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (e)(1), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Amendments 2018Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 115141,  153(a)(1)(C)(i) Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 115141,  153(a)(1)(C)(ii) Subsec. (e)(2)(G). Pub. L. 115397 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 308(d) of Pub. L. 115397 section 1381 of this title Senate Democratic Leadership Offices Funding and Authorities Reference to the Office of the Secretary of the majority or minority conference of the Senate, as applicable, that represents the Democratic party deemed to be a reference to the Office of the Assistant Leader of the applicable conference, under certain conditions during the 117th Congress, see section 104 of div. I of Pub. L. 116260 section 6154 of this title Part E General  1361. Generally applicable remedies and limitations (a) Attorneys fees If a covered employee, with respect to any claim under this chapter, or a qualified person with a disability, with respect to any claim under section 1331 of this title section 2000e5(k) of title 42 (b) Interest In any proceeding under section 1405, 1406, 1407, or 1408 of this title, the same interest to compensate for delay in payment shall be made available as would be appropriate if awarded under section 2000e16(d) of title 42 (c) Civil penalties and punitive damages No civil penalty or punitive damages may be awarded with respect to any claim under this chapter. (d) Exclusive procedure (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), no person may commence an administrative or judicial proceeding to seek a remedy for the rights and protections afforded by this chapter except as provided in this chapter. (2) Veterans A covered employee under section 1316 of this title (e) Construction (1) Definitions and exemptions Except where inconsistent with definitions and exemptions provided in this chapter, the definitions and exemptions in the laws made applicable by this chapter shall apply under this chapter. (2) Size limitations Notwithstanding paragraph (1), provisions in the laws made applicable under this chapter (other than the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act [ 29 U.S.C. 2101 (3) Executive branch enforcement This chapter shall not be construed to authorize enforcement by the executive branch of this chapter. ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  225 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 22 Pub. L. 115397, title I,  101(d) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5301  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (a), (c), (d)(1), and (e), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, referred to in subsec. (e)(2), is Pub. L. 100379 Aug. 4, 1988 102 Stat. 890 section 2101 of Title 29 Amendments 2018Subsecs. (e), (f). Pub. L. 115397 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title  1362. Notices (a) In general Every employing office shall post and keep posted (in conspicuous places upon its premises where notices to covered employees are customarily posted) a notice provided by the Office that (1) describes the rights, protections, and procedures applicable to covered employees of the employing office under this chapter, concerning violations described in subsection (b); and (2) includes contact information for the Office. (b) Violations A violation described in this subsection is (1) discrimination prohibited by section 1311(a) of this title section 1302(c) of this title 42 U.S.C. 2000ff (2) a violation of section 1317 of this title ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  226 Pub. L. 115397, title III,  304(a) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5322  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (a)(1), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, referred to in subsec. (b)(1), is Pub. L. 110233 May 21, 2008 122 Stat. 881 section 2000ff of Title 42 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective upon expiration of the 180-day period beginning on Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title Part F Study  1371. Study and recommendations regarding General Accounting Office, Government Printing Office, and Library of Congress (a) In general The Board shall undertake a study of (1) the application of the laws listed in subsection (b) to (A) the General Accounting Office; (B) the Government Printing Office; and (C) the Library of Congress; and (2) the regulations and procedures used by the entities referred to in paragraph (1) to apply and enforce such laws to themselves and their employees. (b) Applicable statutes The study under this section shall consider the application of the following laws: (1) Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000e section 2302 of title 5 (2) The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 ( 29 U.S.C. 621 section 2302 of title 5 (3) The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( 42 U.S.C. 12101 section 2302 of title 5 (4) The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 ( 29 U.S.C. 2611 (5) The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 ( 29 U.S.C. 201 (6) The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 ( 29 U.S.C. 651 section 7902 of title 5 (7) The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ( 29 U.S.C. 701 (8) Chapter 71 (relating to Federal service labor-management relations) of title 5. (9) The General Accounting Office Personnel Act of 1980 ( 31 U.S.C. 731 (10) The Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988 ( 29 U.S.C. 2001 (11) The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act ( 29 U.S.C. 2101 (12) Chapter 43 (relating to veterans employment and reemployment) of title 38. (c) Contents of study and recommendations The study under this section shall evaluate whether the rights, protections, and procedures, including administrative and judicial relief, applicable to the entities listed in paragraph (1) of subsection (a) and their employees are comprehensive and effective and shall include recommendations for any improvements in regulations or legislation, including proposed regulatory or legislative language. (d) Deadline and delivery of study Not later than December 31, 1996 (1) the Board shall prepare and complete the study and recommendations required under this section; and (2) the Board shall transmit such study and recommendations (with the Boards comments) to the head of each entity considered in the study, and to the Congress by delivery to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and President pro tempore of the Senate for referral to the appropriate committees of the House of Representatives and of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 1041, title II,  230 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 23 Pub. L. 10453, title III,  309(a) Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 538  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Civil Rights Act of 1964, referred to in subsec. (b)(1), is Pub. L. 88352 July 2, 1964 78 Stat. 252 section 2000a of Title 42 The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, referred to in subsec. (b)(2), is Pub. L. 90202 Dec. 15, 1967 81 Stat. 602 section 621 of Title 29 The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, referred to in subsec. (b)(3), is Pub. L. 101336 July 26, 1990 104 Stat. 327 section 12101 of Title 42 The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, referred to in subsec. (b)(4), is Pub. L. 1033 Feb. 5, 1993 107 Stat. 6 section 2105 of Title 5 section 2601 of Title 29 section 2601 of Title 29 The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, referred to in subsec. (b)(5), is act June 25, 1938, ch. 676 52 Stat. 1060 section 201 of Title 29 The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, referred to in subsec. (b)(6), is Pub. L. 91596 Dec. 29, 1970 84 Stat. 1590 section 651 of Title 29 The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, referred to in subsec. (b)(7), is Pub. L. 93112 Sept. 26, 1973 87 Stat. 355 section 701 of Title 29 The General Accounting Office Personnel Act of 1980, referred to in subsec. (b)(9), is Pub. L. 96191 Feb. 15, 1980 94 Stat. 27 Pub. L. 97258,  5(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1068 The Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988, referred to in subsec. (b)(10), is Pub. L. 100347 June 27, 1988 102 Stat. 646 section 2001 of Title 29 The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, referred to in subsec. (b)(11), is Pub. L. 100379 Aug. 4, 1988 102 Stat. 890 section 2101 of Title 29 Amendments 1995Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10453,  309(a) Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 10453,  309(b) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name General Accounting Office redesignated Government Accountability Office. See section 8 of Pub. L. 108271 section 702 of Title 31 Government Printing Office redesignated Government Publishing Office. See section 1301(b) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44 Effective Date of 1995 Amendment Pub. L. 10453, title III,  309(c) Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 538 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall take effect only if the Administrative Conference of the United States ceases to exist prior to the completion and submission of the study to the Board as required by section 230 of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1371 Pub. L. 10452 section 591 of Title 5 SUBCHAPTER III OFFICE OF CONGRESSIONAL WORKPLACE RIGHTS  Editorial Notes Codification Pub. L. 115397, title III,  308(b)(11) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5326  1381. Establishment of Office of Congressional Workplace Rights (a) Establishment There is established, as an independent office within the legislative branch of the Federal Government, the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights. (b) Board of Directors The Office shall have a Board of Directors. The Board shall consist of 5 individuals appointed jointly by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Majority Leader of the Senate, and the Minority Leaders of the House of Representatives and the Senate, who are authorized to take such steps as they consider appropriate to ensure the timely appointment of the members of the Board consistent with the requirements of this section. Appointments of the first 5 members of the Board shall be completed not later than 90 days after January 23, 1995 (c) Chair The Chair shall be appointed from members of the Board jointly by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Majority Leader of the Senate, and the Minority Leaders of the House of Representatives and the Senate. (d) Board of Directors qualifications (1) Specific qualifications Selection and appointment of members of the Board shall be without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the Office. Members of the Board shall have training or experience in the application of the rights, protections, and remedies under one or more of the laws made applicable under section 1302 of this title (2) Disqualifications for appointments (A) Lobbying No individual who engages in, or is otherwise employed in, lobbying of the Congress and who is required under the Federal Regulation of Lobbying Act 1 1 (B) Incompatible office No member of the Board appointed under subsection (b) may hold or may have held the position of Member of the House of Representatives or Senator, may hold the position of officer or employee of the House of Representatives, Senate, or instrumentality or other entity of the legislative branch (other than the Office), or may have held such a position (other than the position of an officer or employee of the General Accounting Office Personnel Appeals Board, 2 2 (3) Vacancies A vacancy on the Board shall be filled in the manner in which the original appointment was made. (e) Term of office (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), membership on the Board shall be for 5 years. A member of the Board may be reappointed, but no individual may serve as a member for more than 2 terms. (2) First appointments Of the members first appointed to the Board (A) 1 shall have a term of office of 3 years, (B) 2 shall have a term of office of 4 years, and (C) 2 shall have a term of office of 5 years, 1 of whom shall be the Chair, as designated at the time of appointment by the persons specified in subsection (b). (3) Permitting service until appointment of successor A member of the Board may serve after the expiration of that members term until a successor has taken office. (f) Removal (1) Authority Any member of the Board may be removed from office by a majority decision of the appointing authorities described in subsection (b), but only for (A) disability that substantially prevents the member from carrying out the duties of the member, (B) incompetence, (C) neglect of duty, (D) malfeasance, including a felony or conduct involving moral turpitude, or (E) holding an office or employment or engaging in an activity that disqualifies the individual from service as a member of the Board under subsection (d)(2). (2) Statement of reasons for removal In removing a member of the Board, the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall state in writing to the member of the Board being removed the specific reasons for the removal. (g) Compensation (1) Per diem (A) Rate of compensation for each day Each member of the Board shall be compensated, for each day (including travel time) during which such member is engaged in the performance of the duties of the Board, at a rate equal to the daily equivalent of the lesser of (i) the highest annual rate of compensation of any officer of the Senate; or (ii) the highest annual rate of compensation of any officer of the House of Representatives. (B) Authority to prorate The rate of pay of a member may be prorated based on the portion of the day during which the member is engaged in the performance of Board duties. (2) Travel expenses Each member of the Board shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, at rates authorized for employees of agencies under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, for each day the member is engaged in the performance of duties away from the home or regular place of business of the member. (h) Duties The Office shall (1) carry out a program of education for Members of Congress and other employing authorities of the legislative branch of the Federal Government respecting the laws made applicable to them and a program to inform individuals of their rights under laws applicable to the legislative branch of the Federal Government; (2) in carrying out the program under paragraph (1), distribute the telephone number and address of the Office, procedures for action under subchapter IV, and any other information appropriate for distribution, distribute such information to employing offices in a manner suitable for posting, provide such information to new employees of employing offices, distribute such information to covered employees by the end of each fiscal year, and conduct seminars and other activities designed to educate employing offices and covered employees; and (3) compile and publish statistics on the use of the Office by covered employees, including the number and type of contacts made with the Office, on the reason for such contacts, on the number of covered employees who initiated proceedings with the Office under this chapter and the result of such proceedings, and on the number of covered employees who filed a claim, the basis for the claim, and the action taken on the claim. (i) Congressional oversight The Board and the Office shall be subject to oversight (except with respect to the disposition of individual cases) by the Committee on Rules and Administration and the Committee on Governmental Affairs 2 2 (j) Opening of Office The Office shall be open for business, including receipt of requests for counseling under section 1402 of this title January 23, 1995 (k) Financial disclosure reports Members of the Board and officers and employees of the Office shall file the financial disclosure reports required under subchapter I of chapter 131 of title 5 with the Clerk of the House of Representatives. (l) Annual reports on awards and settlements (1) In general Subject to the rules issued by the applicable committee pursuant to paragraph (2): (A) Requirement The Office shall prepare and submit to Congress, and publish on the public website of the Office, an annual report regarding payments from the account described in section 1415(a) of this title (B) Reporting The reporting required under this paragraph shall (i) for a covered payment, or the reimbursable portion of a covered payment, described in paragraph (2), conform to the requirements of the rules issued by the applicable committee under such paragraph; and (ii) for a covered payment, or the portion of a covered payment, not described in paragraph (2) (I) include the amount of the covered payment or portion of the covered payment and information on the employing office involved; and (II) identify each provision of part A of subchapter II that was the subject of a claim resulting in the covered payment or portion of the covered payment. (C) Reporting periods and dates The reporting required under this paragraph (i) for 2019, shall be submitted by the 60th day after the date on which the committees described in paragraph (2) issue the rules described in paragraph (2) and shall reflect covered payments made in calendar year 2019; and (ii) for 2020 and each subsequent calendar year, shall be submitted by January 31 of that year and shall reflect covered payments made in the previous calendar year. (2) Rules regarding reporting of covered payments for employing offices of the House and employing offices of the Senate (A) In general Not later than 180 days after December 21, 2018 (i) any covered payment made for claims involving an employing office described in any of subparagraphs (A) through (C) of section 1301(a)(9) of this title (ii) the reimbursable portion of any such covered payment for which there is a finding requiring reimbursement under section 1415(d)(1)(B) of this title (B) Applicability The rules issued under subparagraph (A) (i) by the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives shall apply to covered payments made for claims involving employing offices described in subparagraph (A)(i) of the House; and (ii) by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate shall apply to covered payments made for claims involving employing offices described in subparagraph (A)(i) of the Senate. (3) Protection of identity of individuals receiving awards and settlements In preparing, submitting, and publishing the reports required under paragraph (1), the Office shall ensure that the identity or position of any claimant is not disclosed. (4) Authority to protect the identity of a claimant (A) In general In carrying out paragraph (3), the Executive Director, in consultation with the Board, may make an appropriate redaction to the data included in the report described in paragraph (1) if the Executive Director, in consultation with the Board, determines that including the data considered for redaction may lead to the identity or position of a claimant unintentionally being disclosed. The report shall note each redaction and include a statement that the redaction was made solely for the purpose of avoiding such an unintentional disclosure of the identity or position of a claimant. (B) Recordkeeping The Executive Director shall retain a copy of the report described in paragraph (1), without redactions. (5) Definition In this subsection, the term claimant means an individual who received an award or settlement, or who made an allegation of a violation against an employing office, under part A of subchapter II. (m) Record retention The Office shall establish and maintain a program for the permanent retention of its records, including the records of preliminary reviews, mediations, hearings, and other proceedings conducted under subchapter IV. ( Pub. L. 1041, title III,  301 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 24 Pub. L. 108349,  1(a) Oct. 21, 2004 118 Stat. 1389 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1101(a) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2237 Pub. L. 110164,  1 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2459 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1001 Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2530 Pub. L. 11519,  1(c) Apr. 3, 2017 131 Stat. 85 Pub. L. 115397, title II Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5315 Pub. L. 117286,  4(c)(2) Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4353  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Federal Regulation of Lobbying Act, referred to in subsec. (d)(2)(A), is title III of act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 839 Pub. L. 10465,  11(a) Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 701 This chapter, referred to in subsec. (h)(3), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Part A of subchapter II, referred to in subsec. ( l Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 7 Amendments 2022Subsec. (k). Pub. L. 117286 2018 Pub. L. 115397,  308(a)(1) Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 115397,  308(a)(2) Subsec. (h)(3). Pub. L. 115397,  201(a)(1)(A) Subsec. ( l Pub. L. 115397,  201(a)(1)(B) l Subsec. (m). Pub. L. 115397,  203 2017Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 11519,  1(d) Subsec. (e)(3). Pub. L. 11519,  1(c) 2014Subsec. (h)(2). Pub. L. 113235 2007Subsec. (d)(2)(B). Pub. L. 110164 Subsec. (g)(1). Pub. L. 110161 section 5316 of title 5 2004Subsec. (e)(1). Pub. L. 108349 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name General Accounting Office redesignated Government Accountability Office. See section 8 of Pub. L. 108271 section 702 of Title 31 Committee on Governmental Affairs of Senate changed to Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of Senate, effective Jan. 4, 2005 Oct. 9, 2004 Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Pub. L. 115397, title II,  201(a)(2) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5316 The amendment made by paragraph (1)(B) [amending this section] shall take effect on January 1, 2019 Pub. L. 115397, title III,  308(d) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5326 The amendments made by this section [amending this section and sections 1301, 1331, 1341, 1351, and 1384 of this title] shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Dec. 21, 2018 Except as otherwise provided, amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title Effective Date of 2004 Amendment Pub. L. 108349,  1(b) Oct. 21, 2004 118 Stat. 1389 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to individuals serving on the Board of Directors of the Office of Compliance on or after September 30, 2004 Appointment of Members of Board of Directors of Office of Congressional Workplace Rights Pub. L. 11519,  1(a) Apr. 3, 2017 131 Stat. 84  (a)  Appointment of Members. (1)  Members replacing members whose terms expire in march 2017 Notwithstanding the first sentence of section 301(e) of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1381(e) (A) one shall have a term of office of 3 years; and (B) 2 shall have a term of office of 4 years, as designated at the time of appointment by the persons specified in section 301(b) of such Act ( 2 U.S.C. 1381(b) (2)  Members replacing members whose terms expire in may 2017 In accordance with the first sentence of section 301(e) of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1381(e) (b)  Service of Current Members Notwithstanding the second sentence of section 301(e) of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1381(e) Public Law 1146 2 U.S.C. 1381 (1) an individual serving as a member of the Board of Directors of the Office of Compliance [now Office of Congressional Workplace Rights] whose term expires in March 2017 may be reappointed to serve one additional term at the length designated under paragraph (1) of subsection (a), but may not be reappointed to any additional terms after that additional term expires; and (2) an individual serving as a member of the Board of Directors of the Office of Compliance [now Office of Congressional Workplace Rights] whose term expires in May 2017 may be reappointed to serve one additional term at the length referred to in paragraph (2) of subsection (a), but may not be reappointed to any additional terms after that additional term expires. Pub. L. 1146,  3 Mar. 20, 2015 129 Stat. 82 Notwithstanding section 301(e)(1) of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1381(e)(1) February 28, 2015 Pub. L. 111114,  1 Dec. 14, 2009 123 Stat. 3028 Notwithstanding the second sentence of section 301(e)(1) of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1381(e)(1) September 30, 2009  1382. Officers, staff, and other personnel (a) Executive Director (1) Appointment and removal (A) In general The Chair, subject to the approval of the Board, shall appoint and may remove an Executive Director. Selection and appointment of the Executive Director shall be without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the Office. The first Executive Director shall be appointed no later than 90 days after the initial appointment of the Board of Directors. (B) Qualifications The Executive Director shall be an individual with training or expertise in the application of laws referred to in section 1302(a) of this title (C) Disqualifications The disqualifications in section 1381(d)(2) of this title (2) Compensation (A) Authority to fix compensation The Chair may fix the compensation of the Executive Director. (B) Limitation The rate of pay for the Executive Director may not exceed the maximum rate of pay in effect under section 4575(f) of this title (3) Term The term of office of the Executive Director shall be not more than 2 terms of 5 years, except that the first Executive Director shall have a single term of 7 years. (4) Duties The Executive Director shall serve as the chief operating officer of the Office. Except as otherwise specified in this chapter, the Executive Director shall carry out all of the responsibilities of the Office under this chapter. (b) Deputy Executive Directors (1) In general The Chair, subject to the approval of the Board, shall appoint and may remove a Deputy Executive Director for the Senate and a Deputy Executive Director for the House of Representatives. Selection and appointment of a Deputy Executive Director shall be without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the office. The disqualifications in section 1381(d)(2) of this title (2) Term The term of office of a Deputy Executive Director shall be not more than 2 terms of 5 years, except that the first Deputy Executive Directors shall have a single term of 6 years. (3) Compensation (A) Authority to fix compensation The Chair may fix the compensation of the Deputy Executive Directors. (B) Limitation The rate of pay for a Deputy Executive Director may not exceed 96 percent of the lesser of (i) the highest annual rate of compensation of any officer of the Senate; or (ii) the highest annual rate of compensation of any officer of the House of Representatives. (4) Duties The Deputy Executive Director for the Senate shall recommend to the Board regulations under section 1384(a)(2)(B)(i) of this title section 1384(a)(2)(B)(ii) of this title (c) General Counsel (1) In general The Chair, subject to the approval of the Board, shall appoint a General Counsel. Selection and appointment of the General Counsel shall be without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the Office. The disqualifications in section 1381(d)(2) of this title (2) Compensation (A) Authority to fix compensation The Chair may fix the compensation of the General Counsel. (B) Limitation The rate of pay for the General Counsel may not exceed the lesser of (i) the highest annual rate of compensation of any officer of the Senate; or (ii) the highest annual rate of compensation of any officer of the House of Representatives. (3) Duties The General Counsel shall (A) exercise the authorities and perform the duties of the General Counsel as specified in this chapter; and (B) otherwise assist the Board and the Executive Director in carrying out their duties and powers, including representing the Office in any judicial proceeding under this chapter. (4) Attorneys in the office of the General Counsel The General Counsel shall appoint, and fix the compensation of, and may remove, such additional attorneys as may be necessary to enable the General Counsel to perform the General Counsels duties. (5) Term The term of office of the General Counsel shall be not more than 2 terms of 5 years. (6) Removal (A) Authority The General Counsel may be removed from office by the Chair but only for (i) disability that substantially prevents the General Counsel from carrying out the duties of the General Counsel, (ii) incompetence, (iii) neglect of duty, (iv) malfeasance, including a felony or conduct involving moral turpitude, or (v) holding an office or employment or engaging in an activity that disqualifies the individual from service as the General Counsel under paragraph (1). (B) Statement of reasons for removal In removing the General Counsel, the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall state in writing to the General Counsel the specific reasons for the removal. (d) Confidential advisors (1) In general The Executive Director shall (A) appoint, and fix the compensation of, and may remove, 1 or more confidential advisors to carry out the duties described in this subsection; or (B) designate 1 or more employees of the Office to serve as a confidential advisor. (2) Duties (A) Voluntary services A confidential advisor appointed or designated under paragraph (1) shall offer to provide to covered employees described in paragraph (4) the services described in subparagraph (B), which a covered employee may accept or decline. (B) Services The services referred to in subparagraph (A) are (i) informing, on a privileged and confidential basis, a covered employee who has been subject to a practice that may be a violation of part A of subchapter II about the employees rights under this chapter; (ii) consulting, on a privileged and confidential basis, with a covered employee who has been subject to a practice that may be a violation of part A of subchapter II regarding (I) the roles, responsibilities, and authority of the Office; and (II) the relative merits of securing private counsel, designating a non-attorney representative, or proceeding without representation for proceedings before the Office; (iii) advising and consulting with, on a privileged and confidential basis, a covered employee who has been subject to a practice that may be a violation of part A of subchapter II regarding any claims the covered employee may have under subchapter IV, the factual allegations that support each such claim, and the relative merits of the procedural options available to the employee for each such claim; (iv) assisting, on a privileged and confidential basis, a covered employee who seeks consideration under title IV of an allegation of a violation of part A of subchapter II in understanding the procedures, and the significance of the procedures, described in subchapter IV, including (I) assisting or consulting with the covered employee regarding the drafting of a claim to be filed under section 1402(a) of this title (II) consulting with the covered employee regarding the procedural options available to the covered employee after a claim is filed, and the relative merits of each option; and (v) informing, on a privileged and confidential basis, a covered employee who has been subject to a practice that may be a violation of part A of subchapter II about the option of pursuing, in appropriate circumstances, a complaint with the Committee on Ethics of the House of Representatives or the Select Committee on Ethics of the Senate. (C) Continuity of service Once a covered employee has accepted and received any services offered under this section from a confidential advisor appointed or designated under paragraph (1), any other services requested under this subsection by the covered employee shall be provided, to the extent practicable, by the same confidential advisor. (3) Qualifications A confidential advisor appointed or designated under paragraph (1) shall be a lawyer who (A) is admitted to practice before, and is in good standing with, the bar of a State of the United States, the District of Columbia, or a territory of the United States; and (B) has experience representing clients in cases involving the workplace laws incorporated by part A of subchapter II. (4) Individuals covered The services described in paragraph (2) are available to any covered employee (which, for purposes of this subsection, shall include any staff member described in section 1311(d) of this title (A) a former covered employee may only request such services if the practice that may be a violation of part A of subchapter II occurred during the employment or service of the employee; and (B) a covered employee described in this paragraph may only request such services before the expiration of the 180-day period described in section 1402(d) of this title (5) Restrictions A confidential advisor appointed or designated under paragraph (1) (A) shall not act as the designated representative for any covered employee in connection with the covered employees participation in any proceeding, including any proceeding under this chapter, any judicial proceeding, or any proceeding before any committee of Congress; (B) shall not offer or provide services described in paragraph (2)(B) to a covered employee if the covered employee has designated an attorney representative in connection with the covered employees participation in any proceeding under this chapter, except that a confidential advisor may provide general assistance and information to such attorney representative regarding this chapter and the role of the Office as the confidential advisor determines appropriate; and (C) shall not serve as a mediator in any mediation conducted pursuant to section 1403 of this title (e) Other staff The Executive Director shall appoint, and fix the compensation of, and may remove, such other additional staff, including hearing officers, but not including attorneys employed in the office of the General Counsel, as may be necessary to enable the Office to perform its duties. (f) Detailed personnel The Executive Director may, with the prior consent of the department or agency of the Federal Government concerned, use on a reimbursable or nonreimbursable basis the services of personnel of any such department or agency, including the services of members or personnel of the Government Accountability Office Personnel Appeals Board. (g) Consultants In carrying out the functions of the Office, the Executive Director may procure the temporary (not to exceed 1 year) or intermittent services of consultants. ( Pub. L. 1041, title III,  302 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 26 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1101(b) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2237 Pub. L. 110164,  2(a) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2459 Pub. L. 115397, title II,  204 Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5318 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(C) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (a)(4), (c)(3), and (d)(2)(B)(i), (5)(A), (B), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Part A of subchapter II, referred to in subsec. (d)(2)(B), (3)(B), (4)(A), was in the original part A of title II, meaning part A ( 201207) of title II of Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 7 Amendments 2019Subsec. (a)(2)(B). Pub. L. 11694 section 4575(f) of this title (i) the highest annual rate of compensation of any officer of the Senate; or (ii) the highest annual rate of compensation of any officer of the House of Representatives. 2018Subsecs. (d) to (g). Pub. L. 115397 2007Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 110161,  1101(b)(1) section 5316 of title 5 Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 110164,  2(a)(1) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 110164,  2(a)(2) Subsec. (b)(3). Pub. L. 110161,  1101(b)(2) section 5316 of title 5 Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 110161,  1101(b)(3) section 5316 of title 5 Subsec. (c)(5). Pub. L. 110164,  2(a)(3) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 110161,  1101(b)(4) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 110164,  2(b) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2459 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to an individual who is first appointed to the position of Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, or General Counsel of the Office of Compliance after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Dec. 26, 2007 Permitting Current Executive Director, Deputy Executive Directors, and General Counsel of Office of Compliance To Serve One Additional Term Pub. L. 10938,  1 July 27, 2005 119 Stat. 408  (a)  Executive Director Notwithstanding section 302(a)(3) of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1382(a)(3) July 27, 2005 (b)  Deputy Executive Directors Notwithstanding section 302(b)(2) of such Act ( 2 U.S.C. 1382(b)(2) (c)  General Counsel Notwithstanding section 302(c)(5) of such Act ( 2 U.S.C. 1382(c)(5)  1383. Procedural rules (a) In general The Executive Director shall, subject to the approval of the Board, adopt rules governing the procedures of the Office, including the procedures of hearing officers, which shall be submitted for publication in the Congressional Record. The rules may be amended in the same manner. (b) Procedure The Executive Director shall adopt rules referred to in subsection (a) in accordance with the principles and procedures set forth in section 553 of title 5 section 553(b) of title 5 ( Pub. L. 1041, title III,  303 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 28  1384. Substantive regulations (a) Regulations (1) In general The procedures applicable to the regulations of the Board issued for the implementation of this chapter, which shall include regulations the Board is required to issue under subchapter II (including regulations on the appropriate application of exemptions under the laws made applicable in subchapter II) are as prescribed in this section. (2) Rulemaking procedure Such regulations of the Board (A) shall be adopted, approved, and issued in accordance with subsection (b); and (B) shall consist of 3 separate bodies of regulations, which shall apply, respectively, to (i) the Senate and employees of the Senate; (ii) the House of Representatives and employees of the House of Representatives; and (iii) all other covered employees and employing offices. (b) Adoption by Board The Board shall adopt the regulations referred to in subsection (a)(1) in accordance with the principles and procedures set forth in section 553 of title 5 (1) Proposal The Board shall publish a general notice of proposed rulemaking under section 553(b) of title 5 (2) Comment Before adopting regulations, the Board shall provide a comment period of at least 30 days after publication of a general notice of proposed rulemaking. (3) Adoption After considering comments, the Board shall adopt regulations and shall transmit notice of such action together with a copy of such regulations to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate for publication in the Congressional Record on the first day on which both Houses are in session following such transmittal. (4) Recommendation as to method of approval The Board shall include a recommendation in the general notice of proposed rulemaking and in the regulations as to whether the regulations should be approved by resolution of the Senate, by resolution of the House of Representatives, by concurrent resolution, or by joint resolution. (c) Approval of regulations (1) In general Regulations referred to in paragraph (2)(B)(i) of subsection (a) may be approved by the Senate by resolution or by the Congress by concurrent resolution or by joint resolution. Regulations referred to in paragraph (2)(B)(ii) of subsection (a) may be approved by the House of Representatives by resolution or by the Congress by concurrent resolution or by joint resolution. Regulations referred to in paragraph (2)(B)(iii) may be approved by Congress by concurrent resolution or by joint resolution. (2) Referral Upon receipt of a notice of adoption of regulations under subsection (b)(3), the presiding officers of the House of Representatives and the Senate shall refer such notice, together with a copy of such regulations, to the appropriate committee or committees of the House of Representatives and of the Senate. The purpose of the referral shall be to consider whether such regulations should be approved, and, if so, whether such approval should be by resolution of the House of Representatives or of the Senate, by concurrent resolution or by joint resolution. (3) Joint referral and discharge in the Senate The presiding officer of the Senate may refer the notice of issuance of regulations, or any resolution of approval of regulations, to one committee or jointly to more than one committee. If a committee of the Senate acts to report a jointly referred measure, any other committee of the Senate must act within 30 calendar days of continuous session, or be automatically discharged. (4) One-House resolution or concurrent resolution In the case of a resolution of the House of Representatives or the Senate or a concurrent resolution referred to in paragraph (1), the matter after the resolving clause shall be the following: The following regulations issued by the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights on ________ are hereby approved: (the blank space being appropriately filled in, and the text of the regulations being set forth). (5) Joint resolution In the case of a joint resolution referred to in paragraph (1), the matter after the resolving clause shall be the following: The following regulations issued by the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights on ________ are hereby approved and shall have the force and effect of law: (the blank space being appropriately filled in, and the text of the regulations being set forth). (d) Issuance and effective date (1) Publication After approval of regulations under subsection (c), the Board shall submit the regulations to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate for publication in the Congressional Record on the first day on which both Houses are in session following such transmittal. (2) Date of issuance The date of issuance of regulations shall be the date on which they are published in the Congressional Record under paragraph (1). (3) Effective date Regulations shall become effective not less than 60 days after the regulations are issued, except that the Board may provide for an earlier effective date for good cause found (within the meaning of section 553(d)(3) of title 5 (e) Amendment of regulations Regulations may be amended in the same manner as is described in this section for the adoption, approval, and issuance of regulations, except that the Board may, in its discretion, dispense with publication of a general notice of proposed rulemaking of minor, technical, or urgent amendments that satisfy the criteria for dispensing with publication of such notice pursuant to section 553(b)(B) of title 5 (f) Right to petition for rulemaking Any interested party may petition to the Board for the issuance, amendment, or repeal of a regulation. (g) Consultation The Executive Director, the Deputy Directors, and the Board (1) shall consult, with regard to the development of regulations, with (A) the Chair of the Administrative Conference of the United States; (B) the Secretary of Labor; (C) the Federal Labor Relations Authority; and (D) the Director of the Office of Personnel Management; and (2) may consult with any other persons with whom consultation, in the opinion of the Board, the Executive Director, or Deputy Directors, may be helpful. ( Pub. L. 1041, title III,  304 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 29 Pub. L. 115397, title III,  308(b)(12) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5326  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (a)(1) after implementation of, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Subchapter II, referred to in subsec. (a)(1), was in the original title II, meaning title II of Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 7 Amendments 2018Subsec. (c)(4), (5). Pub. L. 115397 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 308(d) of Pub. L. 115397 section 1381 of this title  1385. Expenses (a) Authorization of appropriations Beginning in fiscal year 1995, and for each fiscal year thereafter, there are authorized to be appropriated for the expenses of the Office such sums as may be necessary to carry out the functions of the Office. Until sums are first appropriated pursuant to the preceding sentence, but for a period not exceeding 12 months following January 23, 1995 (1) one-half of the expenses of the Office shall be paid from funds appropriated for allowances and expenses of the House of Representatives, and (2) one-half of the expenses of the Office shall be paid from funds appropriated for allowances and expenses of the Senate, upon vouchers approved by the Executive Director, except that a voucher shall not be required for the disbursement of salaries of employees who are paid at an annual rate. The Clerk of the House of Representatives and the Secretary of the Senate are authorized to make arrangements for the division of expenses under this subsection, including arrangements for one House of Congress to reimburse the other House of Congress. (b) Financial and administrative services The Executive Director may place orders and enter into agreements for goods and services with the head of any agency, or major organizational unit within an agency, in the legislative or executive branch of the United States in the same manner and to the same extent as agencies are authorized under sections 1535 and 1536 of title 31 to place orders and enter into agreements. (c) Witness fees and allowances Except for covered employees, witnesses before a hearing officer or the Board in any proceeding under this chapter other than rulemaking shall be paid the same fee and mileage allowances as are paid subpoenaed witnesses in the courts of the United States. Covered employees who are summoned, or are assigned by their employer, to testify in their official capacity or to produce official records in any proceeding under this chapter shall be entitled to travel expenses under subchapter I and section 5751 of chapter 57 of title 5. ( Pub. L. 1041, title III,  305 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 31  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (c), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title  1386. Disposition of surplus or obsolete personal property  The Executive Director may, within the limits of available appropriations, dispose of surplus or obsolete personal property by interagency transfer, donation, or discarding. ( Pub. L. 1041, title III,  306 Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  1101(a) Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2031  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  1101(c) Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2031 The amendments made by this section [enacting this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2010, and each fiscal year thereafter.  1387. Semiannual report of disbursements (a) Reports required Not later than 60 days after the last day of each semiannual period of a fiscal year, the Executive Director of the Office of Compliance 1 1 1 (b) Contents (1) In general The report required by subsection (a) shall include (A) the identification of each person who receives a payment from the Office of Compliance, 1 (B) the quantity and price of any item furnished to the Office of Compliance; 1 (C) a description of any service rendered to the Office of Compliance, 1 (D) a statement of all amounts appropriated to, or received or expended by, the Office of Compliance 1 (E) such additional information as may be required by regulation of the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, or the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives or Senate. (2) Exception for confidential information The Executive Director of the Office of Compliance 1 1 (c) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to the semiannual periods of October 1 through March 31 and April 1 through September 30 of each fiscal year, beginning with fiscal year 2014. ( Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  1102 Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 425  Editorial Notes Codification Section was enacted as part of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2014, and also as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014, and not as part of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 which comprises this chapter. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Office of Compliance changed, as of Dec. 21, 2018 section 308(d) of Pub. L. 115397 section 1381 of this title  1388. Workplace climate surveys of employing offices (a) Requirement to conduct secure surveys Not later than 1 year after December 21, 2018 (b) Special inclusion of information on sexual harassment In each survey conducted under this section, the Office shall survey respondents on attitudes regarding sexual harassment. (c) Methodology (1) In general The Office shall conduct each survey under this section in accordance with methodologies established by the Office. (2) Confidentiality Under the methodologies established under paragraph (1), all responses to all portions of the survey shall be anonymous and confidential, and each respondent shall be told throughout the survey that all responses shall be anonymous and confidential. (3) Survey form The Office shall limit the use of any information code or information on the survey form that makes a respondent to the survey, or the respondents employing office, individually identifiable. (d) Use of results of surveys The Office shall furnish the information obtained from the surveys conducted under this section to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives and the Committees on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and Rules and Administration of the Senate. (e) Consultation with committees The Office shall carry out this section, including establishment of methodologies and procedures under subsection (c), in consultation with the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives and the Committees on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and Rules and Administration of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 1041, title III,  307 Pub. L. 115397, title II,  202(a) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5317  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (a), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective upon expiration of the 180-day period beginning on Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title SUBCHAPTER IV ADMINISTRATIVE AND JUDICIAL DISPUTE-RESOLUTION PROCEDURES  1401. Procedure for consideration of alleged violations (a) Filing and review of claims Except as otherwise provided, the procedure for consideration of an alleged violation of part A of subchapter II consists of (1) the filing of a claim by the covered employee alleging the violation, as provided in section 1402 of this title (2) the preliminary review of the claim, to be conducted by a hearing officer as provided in section 1402a of this title (3) mediation as provided in section 1403 of this title (4) a formal hearing as provided in section 1405 of this title section 1406 of this title section 1407 of this title (b) Right of employee to file civil action (1) Civil action Only a covered employee who has filed a claim timely as provided in section 1402 of this title section 1405(a) of this title section 1408 of this title (2) Effect of filing civil action Notwithstanding paragraph (2), (3), or (4) of subsection (a), if the covered employee files such a civil action (A) the preliminary review of the claim by the hearing officer as provided in section 1402a of this title (B) the procedure for consideration of the alleged violation shall not include any further review of the claim by the hearing officer as provided in section 1402a of this title (3) Period for filing civil action The period described in this paragraph with respect to a claim is the 70-day period which begins on the date the covered employee files the claim under section 1402 of this title (4) Special rule for employees who fail to state a claim for which relief may be granted Notwithstanding paragraph (3), if a covered employee receives a written notice from the hearing officer under section 1402a(d)(2) of this title section 1408 of this title (c) Special rule for Architect of the Capitol and Capitol Police In the case of an employee of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol or of the Capitol Police, the Office, after receiving a claim filed under section 1402 of this title (d) Election of remedies for Library of Congress (1) Definitions In this subsection: (A) Direct Act The term direct Act means an Act (other than this Act), or provision of the Revised Statutes, that is specified in section 1311, 1312, or 1313 of this title. (B) Direct provision The term direct provision means a provision (including a definitional provision) of a direct Act that applies the rights or protections of a direct Act (including rights and protections relating to nonretaliation or noncoercion) to a Library claimant. (C) Library claimant The term Library claimant means, with respect to a direct provision, an employee of the Library of Congress who is covered by that direct provision. (2) Election after proceedings initially brought under this chapter A Library claimant who initially files a claim for an alleged violation as provided in section 1402 of this title section 1402a(c) of this title section 1408 of this title (3) Election after proceedings initially brought under other civil rights or labor law A Library claimant who initially brings a claim, complaint, or charge under a direct provision for a proceeding before a Federal agency may, prior to requesting a hearing under the agencys procedures, elect to (A) continue with the agencys procedures and preserve the option (if any) to bring any civil action relating to the claim, complaint, or charge, that is available to the Library claimant; or (B) file a claim with the Office under section 1402 of this title (4) Timing A Library claimant who meets the initial deadline under section 1402(d) of this title (5) Application This subsection shall take effect and shall apply as described in section 153(c) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2018 ( Public Law 115141 section 1331 of this title section 1331 of this title (e) Rights of parties to retain private counsel Nothing in this chapter may be construed to limit the authority of any individual (including a covered employee, the head of an employing office, or an individual who is alleged to have committed personally an act which consists of a violation of part A of subchapter II) to retain counsel to protect the interests of the individual at any point during any of the procedures provided under this title for the consideration of an alleged violation of part A of subchapter II, including as provided under section 1415(d)(8) of this title section 1415(d) of this title (f) Standards for assertions made by parties Any party in any of the procedures provided under this subchapter, as well as any counsel or other person representing a party in any of such procedures, shall have an obligation to ensure that, to the best of the partys knowledge, information, and belief, as formed after an inquiry which is reasonable under the circumstances, each of the following is correct: (1) No pleading, written motion, or other paper is presented for any improper purpose, such as to harass, cause unnecessary delay, or needlessly increase the cost of resolution of the matter. (2) The claims, defenses, and other legal contentions the party advocates are warranted by existing law or by a nonfrivolous argument for extending, modifying, or reversing existing law or for establishing new law. (3) The factual contentions have evidentiary support or, if specifically so identified, will likely have evidentiary support after a reasonable opportunity for further review or discovery. (4) The denials of factual contentions are warranted on the evidence or, if specifically so identified, are reasonably based on belief or a lack of information. (g) Procedure Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to supersede or limit section 1361(d)(2) of this title ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  401 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 32 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  153(b)(1) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 786 Pub. L. 115397, title I,  101(a) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5298  Editorial Notes  References in Text Part A of subchapter II, referred to in subsecs. (a) and (e), was in the original part A of title II, meaning part A ( 201207) of title II of Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 7 This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (c), (d)(1)(A), (2), (e), and (g), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Section 153(c) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2018, referred to in subsec. (d)(5), is Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  153(c) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 787 section 1301 of this title Amendments 2018 Pub. L. 115397 Par. (3). Pub. L. 115141,  153(b)(1)(A) section 1404 of this title Par. (3)(C). Pub. L. 115141,  153(b)(1)(B) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title  1402. Initiation of procedures (a) Claim (1) Filing of claim To commence a proceeding under this subchapter, a covered employee alleging a violation of law made applicable under part A of subchapter II shall file a claim with the Office. The Office shall not accept a claim which is filed after the deadline applicable under subsection (d). (2) Contents of claim The claim filed under this section shall be made in writing under oath or affirmation, shall describe the facts that form the basis of the claim and the violation that is being alleged, shall identify the employing office alleged to have committed the violation or in which the violation is alleged to have occurred, and shall be in such form as the Office requires. (3) No effect on ability of covered employee to seek information from office or pursue relief Nothing in paragraph (2), or subsection (b) or (c), may be construed to limit the ability of a covered employee (A) to contact the Office or any other appropriate office prior to filing a claim under this section to seek information regarding the employees rights under this chapter and the procedures available under this chapter; (B) in the case of a covered employee of an employing office of the House of Representatives or Senate, to refer information regarding an alleged violation of part A of subchapter II to the Committee on Ethics of the House of Representatives or the Select Committee on Ethics of the Senate (as the case may be); or (C) to file a civil action in accordance with section 1401(b) of this title (b) Initial processing of claim (1) Intake and recording; notification to employing office Upon the filing of a claim by a covered employee under subsection (a), the Office shall take such steps as may be necessary for the initial intake and recording of the claim, including providing each party with all relevant information with respect to the rights of the party under this chapter, and shall transmit immediately a copy of the claim to the head of the employing office and the designated representative of that office. (2) Special notification requirements for claims based on acts by members of Congress (A) In general In the case of a claim alleging a violation described in subparagraph (B) which consists of a violation described in section 1415(d)(1)(A) of this title section 1415(a) of this title section 1415(d)(8) of this title (B) Violations described A violation described in this subparagraph is (i) harassment that is unlawful under section 1311(a) or 1316(a) of this title; or (ii) intimidation, reprisal, or discrimination that is unlawful under section 1317 of this title (c) Use of secure electronic reporting and tracking system (1) Establishment and operation of secure system The Office shall establish and operate a secure electronic reporting system through which a covered employee may initiate a proceeding under this subchapter, and which will keep an electronic record of the date and time at which the proceeding is initiated and will track all subsequent actions or proceedings occurring with respect to the proceeding under this subchapter. (2) Accessibility to all parties The system shall be accessible to all parties to such actions or proceedings, but only until the completion of such actions or proceedings. (3) Assessment of effectiveness of procedures The Office shall use the information contained in the system to make regular assessments of the effectiveness of the procedures under this subchapter in providing for the timely resolution of claims, and shall submit semi-annual reports on such assessments each year to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. (d) Deadline A covered employee may not file a claim under this section with respect to an allegation of a violation of law after the expiration of the 180-day period which begins on the date of the alleged violation. ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  402 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 32 Pub. L. 115397, title I,  102(a) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5301  Editorial Notes  References in Text Part A of subchapter II, referred to in subsec. (a)(1), (3)(B), was in the original part A of title II, meaning part A ( 201207) of title II of Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 7 This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (a)(3)(A) and (b)(1), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Amendments 2018 Pub. L. 115397 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title  1402a. Preliminary review of claims (a) Preliminary review by hearing officer (1) Appointment Not later than 7 days after transmission to the employing office of a claim pursuant to section 1402(b) of this title (2) Process for appointment The Executive Director shall appoint a hearing officer under this subsection in the same manner and in accordance with the same requirements and procedures applicable to the appointment of a hearing officer under section 1405(c) of this title (b) Assessments required In conducting a preliminary review of a claim under this section, the hearing officer shall assess each of the following: (1) Whether the claimant is a covered employee authorized to obtain relief relating to the claim under this subchapter. (2) Whether the office which is the subject of the claim is an employing office under this chapter. (3) Whether the individual filing the claim has met the applicable deadlines for filing the claim under this subchapter. (4) The identification of factual and legal issues involved with respect to the claim. (5) The specific relief sought by the individual. (6) Whether, on the basis of the assessments made under paragraphs (1) through (5), the individual filing the claim is a covered employee who has stated a claim for which, if the allegations contained in the claim are true, relief may be granted under this subchapter. (7) The potential for the settlement of the claim without a formal hearing as provided under section 1405 of this title section 1408 of this title (c) Report on review (1) Report Not later than 30 days after a claim is filed under section 1402 of this title (2) Extension of deadline The hearing officer may (upon notice to the individual filing the claim and the employing office which is the subject of the claim) use an additional period of not to exceed 30 days to conclude the preliminary review. (d) Effect of determination of failure to state claim for which relief may be granted If the hearing officers report on the preliminary review of a claim under subsection (c) includes the determination that the individual filing the claim is not a covered employee or has not stated a claim for which relief may be granted under this subchapter (1) the individual (including an individual who is a Library claimant, as defined in section 1401(d)(1) of this title section 1405 of this title (2) the hearing officer shall provide the individual and the Executive Director with a written notice that the individual may file a civil action with respect to the claim in accordance with section 1408 of this title (e) Transmission of report on preliminary review of certain claims to congressional ethics committees In the case of a hearing officers report under subsection (c) on the preliminary review of a claim alleging a violation described in section 1415(d)(1)(A) of this title (1) the Committee on Ethics of the House of Representatives, in the case of such an act by a Member of the House of Representatives (including a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress); or (2) the Select Committee on Ethics of the Senate, in the case of such an act by a Senator. ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  403 Pub. L. 115397, title I,  103(a) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5303  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (b)(2), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 403 of Pub. L. 1041 section 1403 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective upon expiration of the 180-day period beginning on Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title  1403. Mediation (a) Availability of mediation (1) Notification regarding mediation (A) Covered employee Upon receipt of a claim under section 1402 of this title (B) Employing office Upon transmission to the employing office of the claim pursuant to section 1402(b) of this title (2) Initiation (A) In general During the period described in subparagraph (B), either the covered employee who filed a claim under section 1402 of this title (B) Timing A covered employee or an employing office may file a request for mediation under subparagraph (A) during the period beginning on the date that the covered employee or employing office, respectively, receives a notification under paragraph (1) regarding a claim under section 1402 of this title section 1405(g) of this title section 1408 of this title (3) Failure to request or accept mediation to have no effect on treatment of claim The failure of a party to request mediation under this section with respect to a claim, or the failure of a party to agree to a request for mediation under this section, may not be taken into consideration under any procedure under this title with respect to the claim, including a preliminary review under section 1402a of this title section 1405 of this title section 1408 of this title (b) Process Mediation under this section (1) may include the Office, the covered employee, the employing office, and one or more individuals appointed by the Executive Director from the master list developed and maintained under subsection (e), and (2) shall involve meetings with the parties during which, at the request of any of the parties, the parties shall be separated, for the purpose of resolving the dispute between the covered employee and the employing office. (c) Mediation period The mediation period shall be 30 days, beginning on the first day after the second party agrees to the request for the mediation. The mediation period may be extended for one additional period of 30 days at the joint request of the covered employee and employing office. Any deadline in this chapter relating to a claim for which mediation has been agreed to in this section, that has not already passed by the first day of the mediation period, shall be stayed during the mediation period. The Office shall notify in writing the covered employee and the employing office when the mediation period has ended. (d) Independence of mediation process No individual, who is appointed by the Executive Director to mediate, may conduct or aid in a hearing conducted under section 1405 of this title (e) Master list of mediators (1) Development and maintenance of master list The Executive Director shall develop and maintain a master list of individuals who are experienced in adjudicating, arbitrating, or mediating the kinds of personnel and other matters for which mediation may be held under this section. Such list may include, but not be limited to, members of the bar of a State or the District of Columbia and retired judges of the United States courts. (2) Consideration of candidates In developing the master list under this subsection, the Executive Director shall consider candidates recommended by the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service or the Administrative Conference of the United States. ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  404 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 32 Pub. L. 1146,  2(a) Mar. 20, 2015 129 Stat. 81 Pub. L. 115397, title I Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5301  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (c), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 404 of Pub. L. 1041 section 1404 of this title Pub. L. 115397, title I,  101(c)(1) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5301 Amendments 2018Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 115397,  104(a) section 1402 of this title section 1404 of this title Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 115397,  104(b) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 115397,  104(c) 2015Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 1146,  2(a)(1) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 1146,  2(a)(2) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title Effective Date of 2015 Amendment Pub. L. 1146,  2(d) Mar. 20, 2015 129 Stat. 82 The amendments made by this section [amending this section and sections 1404 and 1416 of this title] shall apply with respect to mediations and other proceedings which are first initiated after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Mar. 20, 2015  1404. Repealed. Pub. L. 115397, title I,  101(c)(1) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5301   Section, Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  404 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 33 Pub. L. 1146,  2(b) Mar. 20, 2015 129 Stat. 81 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  153(b)(2) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 786  1405. Hearing (a) Requirement for hearings to commence in Office (1) Hearing required upon request If, not later than 10 days after a hearing officer submits the report on the preliminary review of a claim under section 1402a(c) of this title (2) Exceptions Paragraph (1) does not apply with respect to the claim if (A) the hearing officers report on the preliminary review of the claim under section 1402a(c) of this title section 1402a(d) of this title (B) the covered employee files a civil action as provided in section 1408 of this title (b) Dismissal A hearing officer may dismiss any claim that the hearing officer finds to be frivolous or that fails to state a claim upon which relief may be granted. (c) Hearing officer (1) Appointment Upon the filing of a request for a hearing under subsection (a), the Executive Director shall appoint an independent hearing officer to consider the request for a hearing under subsection (a) and render a decision. No Member of the House of Representatives, Senator, officer of either the House of Representatives or the Senate, head of an employing office, member of the Board, or covered employee may be appointed to be a hearing officer. The Executive Director shall select hearing officers on a rotational or random basis from the lists developed under paragraph (2). Nothing in this section shall prevent the appointment of hearing officers as full-time employees of the Office or the selection of hearing officers on the basis of specialized expertise needed for particular matters. (2) Lists The Executive Director shall develop master lists, composed of (A) members of the bar of a State or the District of Columbia and retired judges of the United States courts who are experienced in adjudicating or arbitrating the kinds of personnel and other matters for which hearings may be held under this chapter, and (B) individuals expert in technical matters relating to accessibility and usability by persons with disabilities or technical matters relating to occupational safety and health. In developing lists, the Executive Director shall consider candidates recommended by the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service or the Administrative Conference of the United States. (3) Prohibiting hearing officer conducting preliminary review from conducting hearing The Executive Director may not appoint a hearing officer to conduct a hearing under this section with respect to a claim if the hearing officer conducted the preliminary review with respect to the claim under section 1402a of this title (d) Hearing Unless a claim is dismissed before a hearing, a hearing shall be (1) conducted in closed session on the record by the hearing officer; (2) commenced no later than 90 days after the Executive Director receives the covered employees request for the hearing under subsection (a), except that, upon mutual agreement of the parties or for good cause, the Office shall extend the time for commencing a hearing for not more than an additional 30 days; and (3) conducted, except as specifically provided in this chapter and to the greatest extent practicable, in accordance with the principles and procedures set forth in sections 554 through 557 of title 5. (e) Discovery Reasonable prehearing discovery may be permitted at the discretion of the hearing officer. (f) Subpoenas (1) In general At the request of a party, a hearing officer may issue subpoenas for the attendance of witnesses and for the production of correspondence, books, papers, documents, and other records. The attendance of witnesses and the production of records may be required from any place within the United States. Subpoenas shall be served in the manner provided under rule 45(b) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. (2) Objections If a person refuses, on the basis of relevance, privilege, or other objection, to testify in response to a question or to produce records in connection with a proceeding before a hearing officer, the hearing officer shall rule on the objection. At the request of the witness or any party, the hearing officer shall (or on the hearing officers own initiative, the hearing officer may) refer the ruling to the Board for review. (3) Enforcement (A) In general If a person fails to comply with a subpoena, the Board may authorize the General Counsel to apply, in the name of the Office, to an appropriate United States district court for an order requiring that person to appear before the hearing officer to give testimony or produce records. The application may be made within the judicial district where the hearing is conducted or where that person is found, resides, or transacts business. Any failure to obey a lawful order of the district court issued pursuant to this section may be held by such court to be a civil contempt thereof. (B) Service of process Process in an action or contempt proceeding pursuant to subparagraph (A) may be served in any judicial district in which the person refusing or failing to comply, or threatening to refuse or not to comply, resides, transacts business, or may be found, and subpoenas for witnesses who are required to attend such proceedings may run into any other district. (g) Decision The hearing officer shall issue a written decision as expeditiously as possible, but in no case more than 90 days after the conclusion of the hearing. The written decision shall be transmitted by the Office to the parties. The decision shall state the issues raised in the claim, describe the evidence in the record, contain findings of fact and conclusions of law, contain a determination of whether a violation has occurred, and order such remedies as are appropriate pursuant to subchapter II. The decision shall be entered in the records of the Office. If a decision is not appealed under section 1406 of this title (h) Precedents A hearing officer who conducts a hearing under this section shall be guided by judicial decisions under the laws made applicable by section 1302 of this title ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  405 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 33 Pub. L. 115397, title I,  103(b) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5304  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (c)(2)(A), (d)(3), and (h), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Rule 45(b) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, referred to in subsec. (f)(1), is set out in the Appendix to Title 28, Judiciary and Judicial Procedure. Subchapter II, referred to in subsec. (g), was in the original title II, meaning title II of Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 7 Amendments 2018 Pub. L. 115397,  103(e)(1) Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 115397,  103(b) section 1403 of this title Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 115397,  103(e)(2) Subsec. (c)(3). Pub. L. 115397,  103(c) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 115397,  103(e)(3) Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 115397,  103(d) Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 115397,  103(e)(4) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title  1406. Appeal to Board (a) In general Any party aggrieved by the decision of a hearing officer under section 1405(g) of this title (b) Parties opportunity to submit argument The parties to the hearing upon which the decision of the hearing officer was made shall have a reasonable opportunity to be heard, through written submission and, in the discretion of the Board, through oral argument. (c) Standard of review The Board shall set aside a decision of a hearing officer if the Board determines that the decision was (1) arbitrary, capricious, an abuse of discretion, or otherwise not consistent with law; (2) not made consistent with required procedures; or (3) unsupported by substantial evidence. (d) Record In making determinations under subsection (c), the Board shall review the whole record, or those parts of it cited by a party, and due account shall be taken of the rule of prejudicial error. (e) Decision The Board shall issue a written decision setting forth the reasons for its decision. The decision may affirm, reverse, or remand to the hearing officer for further proceedings. A decision that does not require further proceedings before a hearing officer shall be entered in the records of the Office as a final decision. ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  406 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 35  1407. Judicial review of Board decisions and enforcement (a) Jurisdiction (1) Judicial review The United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit shall have jurisdiction over any proceeding commenced by a petition of (A) a party aggrieved by a final decision of the Board under section 1406(e) of this title (B) a charging individual or a respondent before the Board who files a petition under section 1331(d)(4) of this title (C) the General Counsel or a respondent before the Board who files a petition under section 1341(c)(5) of this title (D) the General Counsel or a respondent before the Board who files a petition under section 1351(c)(3) of this title The court of appeals shall have exclusive jurisdiction to set aside, suspend (in whole or in part), to determine the validity of, or otherwise review the decision of the Board. (2) Enforcement The United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit shall have jurisdiction over any petition of the General Counsel, filed in the name of the Office and at the direction of the Board, to enforce a final decision under section 1405(g) or 1406(e) of this title with respect to a violation of part A, B, C, or D of subchapter II. (b) Procedures (1) Respondents (A) In any proceeding commenced by a petition filed under subsection (a)(1)(A) or (B), or filed by a party other than the General Counsel under subsection (a)(1)(C) or (D), the Office shall be named respondent and any party before the Board may be named respondent by filing a notice of election with the court within 30 days after service of the petition. (B) In any proceeding commenced by a petition filed by the General Counsel under subsection (a)(1)(C) or (D), the prevailing party in the final decision entered under section 1406(e) of this title (C) In any proceeding commenced by a petition filed under subsection (a)(2), the party under section 1405 or 1406 of this title that the General Counsel determines has failed to comply with a final decision under section 1405(g) or 1406(e) of this title shall be named respondent. (2) Intervention Any party that participated in the proceedings before the Board under section 1406 of this title (c) Law applicable Chapter 158 of title 28 shall apply to judicial review under paragraph (1) of subsection (a), except that (1) with respect to section 2344 of title 28 (2) the provisions of section 2348 of title 28 (3) the petition for review shall be filed not later than 90 days after the entry in the Office of a final decision under section 1406(e) of this title (4) the Office shall be an agency as that term is used in chapter 158 of title 28. (d) Standard of review To the extent necessary for decision in a proceeding commenced under subsection (a)(1) and when presented, the court shall decide all relevant questions of law and interpret constitutional and statutory provisions. The court shall set aside a final decision of the Board if it is determined that the decision was (1) arbitrary, capricious, an abuse of discretion, or otherwise not consistent with law; (2) not made consistent with required procedures; or (3) unsupported by substantial evidence. (e) Record In making determinations under subsection (d), the court shall review the whole record, or those parts of it cited by a party, and due account shall be taken of the rule of prejudicial error. ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  407 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 35  Editorial Notes  References in Text Parts A, B, C, and D of subchapter II, referred to in subsec. (a), were in the original references to parts A ( 201207), B ( 210), C ( 215), and D ( 220), respectively, of title II of Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 7  1408. Civil action (a) Jurisdiction The district courts of the United States shall have jurisdiction over any civil action commenced under section 1401 of this title (b) Parties The defendant shall be the employing office alleged to have committed the violation, or in which the violation is alleged to have occurred. (c) Jury trial Any party may demand a jury trial where a jury trial would be available in an action against a private defendant under the relevant law made applicable by this chapter. In any case in which a violation of section 1311 of this title (d) Appearances by House Employment Counsel (1) In general The House Employment Counsel of the House of Representatives and any other counsel in the Office of House Employment Counsel of the House of Representatives, including any counsel specially retained by the Office of House Employment Counsel, shall be entitled, for the purpose of providing legal assistance and representation to employing offices of the House of Representatives under this chapter, to enter an appearance in any proceeding before any court of the United States or of any State or political subdivision thereof without compliance with any requirements for admission to practice before such court, except that the authorization conferred by this paragraph shall not apply with respect to the admission of any such person to practice before the United States Supreme Court. (2) House Employment Counsel defined In this subsection, the term Office of House Employment Counsel of the House of Representatives means (A) the Office of House Employment Counsel established and operating under the authority of the Clerk of the House of Representatives as of November 12, 2001 (B) any successor office to the Office of House Employment Counsel which is established after November 12, 2001 (C) any other person authorized and directed in accordance with the Rules of the House of Representatives to provide legal assistance and representation to employing offices of the House of Representatives in connection with actions brought under this subchapter. ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  408 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 37 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  119(a) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 573 Pub. L. 115397, title I,  101(b) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5300  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (c) and (d)(1), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Amendments 2018Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 115397 section 1401 of this title section 1404 of this title section 1402 of this title section 1403 of this title 2001Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 10768 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title Effective Date of 2001 Amendment Pub. L. 10768, title I,  119(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 574 The amendment made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to proceedings occurring on or after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Nov. 12, 2001  1409. Judicial review of regulations  In any proceeding brought under section 1407 or 1408 of this title in which the application of a regulation issued under this chapter is at issue, the court may review the validity of the regulation in accordance with the provisions of subparagraphs (A) through (D) of section 706(2) of title 5 section 1384(c) of this title section 706(2)(B) of title 5 ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  409 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 37  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title  1410. Other judicial review prohibited  Except as expressly authorized by sections 1407, 1408, and 1409 of this title, the compliance or noncompliance with the provisions of this chapter and any action taken pursuant to this chapter shall not be subject to judicial review. ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  410 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 37  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title  1411. Effect of failure to issue regulations  In any proceeding under section 1405, 1406, 1407, or 1408 of this title, except a proceeding to enforce section 1351 of this title section 1351(e)(2) of this title ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  411 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 37  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title  1412. Expedited review of certain appeals (a) In general An appeal may be taken directly to the Supreme Court of the United States from any interlocutory or final judgment, decree, or order of a court upon the constitutionality of any provision of this chapter. (b) Jurisdiction The Supreme Court shall, if it has not previously ruled on the question, accept jurisdiction over the appeal referred to in subsection (a), advance the appeal on the docket, and expedite the appeal to the greatest extent possible. ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  412 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 38  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (a), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title  1413. Privileges and immunities  The authorization to bring judicial proceedings under sections 1405(f)(3), 1407, and 1408 of this title shall not constitute a waiver of sovereign immunity for any other purpose, or of the privileges of any Senator or Member of the House of Representatives under article I, section 6, clause 1, of the Constitution, or a waiver of any power of either the Senate or the House of Representatives under the Constitution, including under article I, section 5, clause 3, or under the rules of either House relating to records and information within its jurisdiction. ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  413 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 38  1414. Settlement  Any settlement entered into by the parties to a process described in section 1331, 1341, 1351, or 1401 of this title shall be in writing and not become effective unless it is approved by the Executive Director. Nothing in this chapter shall affect the power of the Senate and the House of Representatives, respectively, to establish rules governing the process by which a settlement may be entered into by such House or by any employing office of such House. ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  414 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 38 Pub. L. 115397, title I,  103(f) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5305  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Amendments 2018 Pub. L. 115397 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title  1415. Payments (a) Awards and settlements Except as provided in subsection (c), only funds which are appropriated to an account of the Office in the Treasury of the United States for the payment of awards and settlements may be used for the payment of awards and settlements under this chapter. There are appropriated for such account such sums as may be necessary to pay such awards and settlements. Funds in the account are not available for awards and settlements involving the Government Accountability Office or the Government Publishing Office. (b) Compliance Except as provided in subsection (c), there are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary for administrative, personnel, and similar expenses of employing offices which are needed to comply with this chapter. (c) OSHA, accommodation, and access requirements Funds to correct violations of section 1311(a)(3), 1331, or 1341 of this title may be paid only from funds appropriated to the employing office or entity responsible for correcting such violations. There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary for such funds. (d) Reimbursement by Members of Congress of amounts paid as settlements and awards (1) Reimbursement required for certain violations (A) In general Subject to subparagraphs (B) and (D), if a payment is made from the account described in subsection (a) for an award or settlement in connection with a claim alleging a violation described in subparagraph (C) committed personally by an individual who, at the time of committing the violation, was a Member of the House of Representatives (including a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress) or a Senator, the individual shall reimburse the account for the amount of the award or settlement for the claim involved. (B) Conditions In the case of an award made pursuant to a decision of a hearing officer under section 1405 of this title section 1981a(b)(3) of title 42 section 1416(d)(3) of this title section 1416(d)(3) of this title (C) Violations described A violation described in this subparagraph is (i) harassment that is unlawful under section 1311(a) or 1316(a) of this title; or (ii) intimidation, reprisal, or discrimination that is unlawful under section 1317 of this title (D) Multiple claims If an award or settlement is made for multiple claims, some of which do not require reimbursement under this subsection, the individual described in subparagraph (A) shall only be required to reimburse for the amount (referred to in this chapter as the reimbursable portion) that is (i) described in subparagraph (A), subject to subparagraph (B); and (ii) included in the portion of the award or settlement attributable to a claim requiring reimbursement. (2) Withholding amounts from compensation (A) Establishment of timetable and procedures by committees For purposes of carrying out subparagraph (B), the applicable Committee shall establish a timetable and procedures for the withholding of amounts from the compensation of an individual who is a Member of the House of Representatives or a Senator. (B) Deadline The payroll administrator shall withhold from an individuals compensation and transfer to the account described in subsection (a) (after making any deposit required under section 8432(f) of title 5 (C) Applicable Committee defined In this paragraph, the term applicable Committee means (i) the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, in the case of an individual who, at the time of the withholding, is a Member of the House; or (ii) the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, in the case of an individual who, at the time of the withholding, is a Senator. (3) Use of amounts in Thrift Savings Fund as source of reimbursement (A) In general If, by the expiration of the 180-day period that begins on the date a payment is made from the account described in subsection (a) for an award or settlement described in paragraph (1), an individual who is subject to a reimbursement requirement of this subsection has not reimbursed the account for the entire reimbursable portion as required under paragraph (1), withholding and transfers of amounts shall continue under paragraph (2) if the individual remains employed in the same position, and the Executive Director of the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board shall make a transfer described in subparagraph (B). (B) Transfers The transfer by such Executive Director is a transfer, from the account of the individual in the Thrift Savings Fund to the account described in subsection (a), of an amount equal to the amount of that reimbursable portion of the award or settlement, reduced by (i) any amount the individual has reimbursed, taking into account any amounts withheld under paragraph (2); and (ii) if the individual remains employed in the same position, any amount that the individual is scheduled to reimburse, taking into account any amounts to be withheld under the individuals timetable under paragraph (2). (C) Initiation of transfer Notwithstanding section 8435 of title 5 (D) Coordination between payroll administrator and the Executive Director The payroll administrator and the Executive Director described in subparagraph (A) shall carry out this paragraph in a manner that ensures the coordination of the withholding and transferring of amounts under this paragraph, in accordance with regulations promulgated by the Board under section 1383 of this title (4) Administrative wage garnishment or other collection of wages from a subsequent position (A) Individual subject to garnishment or other collection Subparagraph (B) shall apply to an individual who is subject to a reimbursement requirement of this subsection if, at any time after the expiration of the 270-day period that begins on the date a payment is made from the account described in subsection (a) for an award or settlement described in paragraph (1), the individual (i) has not reimbursed the account for the entire reimbursable portion as required under paragraph (1), through withholdings or transfers under paragraphs (2) and (3); (ii) is not serving in a position as a Member of the House of Representatives or a Senator; and (iii) is employed in a subsequent non-Federal position. (B) Garnishment or other collection of wages On the expiration of that 270-day period, the amount of the reimbursable portion of an award or settlement described in paragraph (1) (reduced by any amount the individual has reimbursed, taking into account any amounts withheld or transferred under paragraph (2) or (3)) shall be treated as a claim of the United States and transferred to the Secretary of the Treasury for collection. Upon that transfer, the Secretary of the Treasury shall collect the claim, in accordance with section 3711 of title 31 (5) Notification to Office of Personnel Management and Secretary of the Treasury (A) Individual subject to annuity or social security withholding Subparagraph (B) shall apply to an individual subject to a reimbursement requirement of this subsection if, at any time after the expiration of the 270-day period described in paragraph (4)(A), the individual (i) has not served in a position as a Member of the House of Representatives or a Senator during the preceding 90 days; and (ii) is not employed in a subsequent non-Federal position. (B) Annuity or social security withholding If, at any time after the 270-day period described in paragraph (4)(A), the individual described in subparagraph (A) has not reimbursed the account described in subsection (a) for the entire reimbursable portion of the award or settlement described in paragraph (1) (as determined by the Secretary of the Treasury), through withholdings, transfers, or collections under paragraphs (2) through (4), the Secretary of the Treasury (after consultation with the payroll administrator) (i) shall notify the Director of the Office of Personnel Management, who shall take such actions as the Director considers appropriate to withhold from any annuity payable to the individual under chapter 83 or chapter 84 of title 5 and transfer to the account described in subsection (a), such amounts as may be necessary to reimburse the account for the remainder of the reimbursable portion of an award or settlement described in paragraph (1); and (ii) shall (if necessary), notwithstanding section 207 of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 407 42 U.S.C. 401 (6) Coordination between OPM and Treasury The Director of the Office of Personnel Management and the Secretary of the Treasury shall carry out paragraph (5) in a manner that ensures the coordination of the withholding and transferring of amounts under such paragraph, in accordance with regulations promulgated by the Director and the Secretary. (7) Certification Once the Executive Director determines that an individual who is subject to a reimbursement requirement of this subsection has reimbursed the account described in subsection (a) for the entire reimbursable portion, the Executive Director shall prepare a certification that the individual has completed that reimbursement, and submit the certification to (A) the Committees on House Administration and Ethics of the House of Representatives, in the case of an individual who, at the time of committing the act involved, was a Member of the House of Representatives (including a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress); and (B) the Select Committee on Ethics of the Senate, in the case of an individual who, at the time of committing the act involved, was a Senator. (8) Right to intervene An individual who is subject to a reimbursement requirement of this subsection shall have the unconditional right to intervene in any mediation, hearing, or civil action under this subchapter to protect the interests of the individual in the determination of whether an award or settlement described in paragraph (1) should be made, and the amount of any such award or settlement, except that nothing in this paragraph may be construed to require the covered employee who filed the claim to be deposed by counsel for the individual in a deposition that is separate from any other deposition taken from the employee in connection with the hearing or civil action. (9) Definitions In this subsection: (A) Non-Federal position The term non-Federal position means a position other than the position of an employee, as defined in section 2105(a) of title 5 (B) Payroll administrator The term payroll administrator means (i) in the case of an individual who is a Member of the House of Representatives, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, or an employee of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer who is designated by the Chief Administrative Officer to carry out this subsection; or (ii) in the case of an individual who is a Senator, the Secretary of the Senate, or an employee of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate who is designated by the Secretary to carry out this subsection. (e) Reimbursement by employing offices (1) Notification of payments made from account As soon as practicable after the Executive Director is made aware that a payment of an award or settlement under this chapter has been made from the account described in subsection (a) in connection with a claim alleging a violation of section 1311(a) or 1316(a) of this title by an employing office (other than an employing office of the House of Representatives or an employing office of the Senate), the Executive Director shall notify the head of the employing office that the payment has been made, and shall include in the notification a statement of the amount of the payment. (2) Reimbursement by office Not later than 180 days after receiving a notification from the Executive Director under paragraph (1), the head of the employing office involved shall transfer to the account described in subsection (a), out of any funds available for operating expenses of the office, a payment equal to the amount specified in the notification. (3) Timetable and procedures for reimbursement The head of an employing office shall transfer a payment under paragraph (2) in accordance with such timetable and procedures as may be established under regulations promulgated by the Office. ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  415 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 38 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  1101(a) Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 425 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(b) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  153(a)(2)(E) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 786 Pub. L. 115397, title I Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5306  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (a), (b), (d)(1)(D), and (e)(1), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title The Social Security Act, referred to in subsec. (d)(5)(B)(ii), is act Aug. 14, 1935, ch. 531 49 Stat. 620 section 1305 of Title 42 Amendments 2018Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 115141 Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 115397,  111(a) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 115397,  115(a) 2014Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11376 2004Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 108271 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Government Publishing Office substituted for Government Printing Office in subsec. (a) on authority of section 1301(b) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44 Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Pub. L. 115397, title I,  111(c) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5311 The amendments made by subsections (a) and (b) [amending this section and section 8437 of Title 5 Dec. 21, 2018 Pub. L. 115397, title I,  115(b) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5314 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to payments made under section 415 of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1415 Dec. 21, 2018 Effective Date of 2014 Amendment Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  1101(b) Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 425 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2014 and each succeeding fiscal year.  1416. Confidentiality (a) Mediation All information discussed or disclosed in the course of any mediation shall be strictly confidential, and the Executive Director shall notify each person participating in the mediation of the confidentiality requirement and of the sanctions applicable to any person who violates the confidentiality requirement. (b) Hearings and deliberations Except as provided in subsections (c), (d), and (e), all proceedings and deliberations of hearing officers and the Board, including any related records, shall be confidential. This subsection shall not apply to proceedings under section 1341 of this title (c) Release of records for judicial action The records of hearing officers and the Board may be made public if required for the purpose of judicial review under section 1407 of this title (d) Automatic referral to Congressional Ethics Committee of dispositions of claims involving Members of Congress and senior staff (1) Referral Upon the final disposition under this subchapter (as described in paragraph (6)) of a claim alleging a violation described in section 1415(d)(1)(C) of this title (A) the Committee on Ethics of the House of Representatives, in the case of a Member or senior staff of the House; or (B) the Select Committee on Ethics of the Senate, in the case of a Senator or senior staff of the Senate. (2) Access to records and information If the Executive Director refers a claim to a Committee under paragraph (1), the Executive Director shall provide the Committee with access to the records of any preliminary reviews, hearings, or decisions of the hearing officers and the Board under this chapter, and any information relating to an award or settlement paid, in response to such claim. (3) Review by Senate ethics committee of settlements of certain claims After the receipt of a settlement agreement for a claim that includes an allegation of a violation described in section 1415(d)(1)(C) of this title (A) not later than 90 days after that receipt, review the settlement agreement; (B) determine whether an investigation of the claim is warranted; and (C) if the Select Committee determines, after the investigation, that the claim that resulted in the settlement involved an actual violation described in section 1415(d)(1)(C) of this title section 1415(d) of this title l (4) Protection of personally identifiable information If a Committee to which a claim is referred under paragraph (1) issues a report with respect to the claim, the Committee shall ensure that the report does not directly disclose the identity or position of the individual who filed the claim. (5) Committee authority to protect identity of a claimant (A) Authority If a Committee to which a claim is referred under paragraph (1) issues a report as described in paragraph (4) concerning a Member of the House of Representatives (including a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress) or a Senator, or a senior staff of the House of Representatives or Senate, the Committee may make an appropriate redaction to the information or data included in the report if the Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Committee reach agreement (i) that including the information or data considered for redaction may lead to the unintentional disclosure of the identity or position of a claimant; and (ii) on the precise information or data to be redacted. (B) Notation and statement The report including any such redaction shall note each redaction and include a statement that the redaction was made solely for the purpose of avoiding such an unintentional disclosure of the identity or position of a claimant. (C) Retention of reports The Committee making a redaction in accordance with this paragraph shall retain a copy of the report, without a redaction. (6) Final disposition described In this subsection, the final disposition of a claim means any of the following: (A) An order or agreement to pay an award or settlement, including an agreement reached pursuant to mediation under section 1403 of this title (B) A final decision of a hearing officer under section 1405(g) of this title section 1406 of this title (C) A final decision of the Board under section 1406(e) of this title section 1407 of this title (D) A final decision in a civil action under section 1408 of this title (7) Senior staff defined In this subsection, the term senior staff means any individual who, at the time a violation occurred, was required to file a report under title I of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App. 101 et seq.). 1 1 (e) Final decisions A final decision entered under section 1405(g) or 1406(e) of this title shall be made public if it is in favor of the complaining covered employee, or in favor of the charging party under section 1331 of this title (f) Claims Nothing in this section may be construed to prohibit a covered employee from disclosing the factual allegations underlying the covered employees claim, or to prohibit an employing office from disclosing the factual allegations underlying the employing offices defense to the claim, in the course of any proceeding under this subchapter. ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  416 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 38 Pub. L. 1146,  2(c) Mar. 20, 2015 129 Stat. 81 Pub. L. 115397, title I Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5311  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (d)(2), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title The Ethics in Government Act of 1978, referred to in subsec. (d)(7), is Pub. L. 95521 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1824 Pub. L. 117286 Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4266 section 101 of Title 5 Amendments 2018Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 115397,  114(b)(1) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 115397,  114(b)(2) Pub. L. 115397,  114(a) Subsecs. (c), (d). Pub. L. 115397,  114(b)(2) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 115397,  114(b)(2) Pub. L. 115397,  112 Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 115397,  114(b)(4) 2015Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 1146,  2(c)(1) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 1146,  2(c)(2) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title Effective Date of 2015 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 1146 Mar. 20, 2015 section 2(d) of Pub. L. 1146 section 1403 of this title  1417. Option to request remote work assignment or paid leave of absence during pendency of procedures (a) Options for employees (1) Remote work assignment At the request of a covered employee who files a claim alleging a violation of part A of subchapter II by the covered employees employing office, during the pendency of any of the procedures available under this subchapter for consideration of the claim, the employing office may permit the covered employee to carry out the employees responsibilities from a remote location (referred to in this section as permitting a remote work assignment) where such relocation would have the effect of materially reducing interactions between the covered employee and any person alleged to have committed the violation, instead of from a location of the employing office. (2) Exception for work assignments required to be carried out onsite If, in the determination of the covered employees employing office, a covered employee who makes a request under this subsection cannot carry out the employees responsibilities from a remote location or such relocation would not have the effect described in paragraph (1), the employing office may during the pendency of the procedures described in paragraph (1) (A) grant a paid leave of absence to the covered employee; (B) permit a remote work assignment and grant a paid leave of absence to the covered employee; or (C) make another workplace adjustment, or permit a remote work assignment, that would have the effect of reducing interactions between the covered employee and any person alleged to have committed the violation described in paragraph (1). (3) Ensuring no retaliation An employing office may not grant a covered employees request under this subsection in a manner which would constitute a violation of section 1317 of this title (4) No impact on vacation or personal leave In granting leave for a paid leave of absence under this section, an employing office shall not require the covered employee to substitute, for that leave, any of the accrued paid vacation or personal leave of the covered employee. (b) Exception for arrangements subject to collective bargaining agreements Subsection (a) does not apply to the extent that it is inconsistent with the terms and conditions of any collective bargaining agreement which is in effect with respect to an employing office. ( Pub. L. 1041, title IV,  417 Pub. L. 115397, title I,  113(a) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5313  Editorial Notes  References in Text Part A of subchapter II, referred to in subsec. (a)(1), was in the original part A of title II, meaning part A ( 201207) of title II of Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 7 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective upon expiration of the 180-day period beginning on Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title SUBCHAPTER V MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS  1431. Exercise of rulemaking powers The provisions of sections 1302(b)(3), section 1 1 l (1) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the House of Representatives and the Senate, respectively, and as such they shall be considered as part of the rules of such House, respectively, and such rules shall supersede other rules only to the extent that they are inconsistent therewith; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of either House to change such rules (so far as relating to such House) at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of each House. ( Pub. L. 1041, title V,  501 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 39 Pub. L. 115397, title II,  201(c) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5317  Editorial Notes Amendments 2018 Pub. L. 115397 l Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title  1432. Political affiliation and place of residence (a) In general It shall not be a violation of any provision of section 1311 of this title (1) party affiliation; (2) domicile; or (3) political compatibility with the employing office; of an employee referred to in subsection (b) with respect to employment decisions. (b) Employee defined For purposes of subsection (a), the term employee means (1) an employee on the staff of the leadership of the House of Representatives or the leadership of the Senate; (2) an employee on the staff of a committee or subcommittee of (A) the House of Representatives; (B) the Senate; or (C) a joint committee of the Congress; (3) an employee on the staff of a Member of the House of Representatives or on the staff of a Senator; (4) an officer of the House of Representatives or the Senate or a congressional employee who is elected by the House of Representatives or Senate or is appointed by a Member of the House of Representatives or by a Senator (in addition an employee described in paragraph (1), (2), or (3)); or (5) an applicant for a position that is to be occupied by an individual described in any of paragraphs (1) through (4). ( Pub. L. 1041, title V,  502 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 39  1433. Nondiscrimination rules of House and Senate  The Select Committee on Ethics of the Senate and the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct of the House of Representatives retain full power, in accordance with the authority provided to them by the Senate and the House, with respect to the discipline of Members, officers, and employees for violating rules of the Senate and the House on nondiscrimination in employment. ( Pub. L. 1041, title V,  503 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 40  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on Standards of Official Conduct of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Ethics of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, Jan. 5, 2011  1434. Judicial branch coverage study The Judicial Conference of the United States shall prepare a report for submission by the Chief Justice of the United States to the Congress on the application to the judicial branch of the Federal Government of (1) the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 ( 29 U.S.C. 201 (2) title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000e (3) the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( 42 U.S.C. 12101 (4) the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 ( 29 U.S.C. 621 (5) the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 ( 29 U.S.C. 2611 (6) the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 ( 29 U.S.C. 651 (7) chapter 71 (relating to Federal service labor-management relations) of title 5; (8) the Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988 ( 29 U.S.C. 2001 (9) the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act ( 29 U.S.C. 2101 (10) the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ( 29 U.S.C. 701 (11) chapter 43 (relating to veterans employment and reemployment) of title 38. The report shall be submitted to Congress not later than December 31, 1996 ( Pub. L. 1041, title V,  505 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, referred to in par. (1), is act June 25, 1938, ch. 676 52 Stat. 1060 section 201 of Title 29 The Civil Rights Act of 1964, referred to in par. (2), is Pub. L. 88352 July 2, 1964 78 Stat. 252 section 2000a of Title 42 The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, referred to in par. (3), is Pub. L. 101336 July 26, 1990 104 Stat. 327 section 12101 of Title 42 The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, referred to in par. (4), is Pub. L. 90202 Dec. 15, 1967 81 Stat. 602 section 621 of Title 29 The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, referred to in par. (5), is Pub. L. 1033 Feb. 5, 1993 107 Stat. 6 section 2105 of Title 5 section 2601 of Title 29 section 2601 of Title 29 The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, referred to in par. (6), is Pub. L. 91596 Dec. 29, 1970 84 Stat. 1590 section 651 of Title 29 The Employee Polygraph Protection Act of 1988, referred to in par. (8), is Pub. L. 100347 June 27, 1988 102 Stat. 646 section 2001 of Title 29 The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, referred to in par. (9), is Pub. L. 100379 Aug. 4, 1988 102 Stat. 890 section 2101 of Title 29 The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, referred to in par. (10), is Pub. L. 93112 Sept. 26, 1973 87 Stat. 355 section 701 of Title 29 Subchapter II of this chapter, referred to in text, was in the original a reference to title II of this Act, meaning title II of Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 7  1435. Savings provisions (a) Transition provisions for employees of House of Representatives and of Senate (1) Claims arising before effective date If, as of the date on which section 1311 of this title 1 1 (2) Claims arising between effective date and opening of Office If a claim by an employee of the Senate or House of Representatives arises under section 1311 or 1312 of this title after the effective date of such sections, but before the opening of the Office for receipt of requests for counseling or mediation under sections 1402 and 1403 of this title, the provisions of the Government Employees Rights Act of 1991 and Rule LI of the House of Representatives relating to counseling and mediation shall remain in effect, and the employee may complete under that Act or Rule the requirements for counseling and mediation under sections 1402 and 1403 of this title. If, after counseling and mediation is completed, the Office has not yet opened for the filing of a timely complaint under section 1405 of this title (A) to file a complaint under section 307 of the Government Employees Rights Act of 1991 1 (B) to commence a civil action under section 1408 of this title (3)  Section 1207a of this title With respect to payments of awards and settlements relating to Senate employees under paragraph (1) of this subsection, section 1207a 1 (b) Transition provisions for employees of Architect of Capitol (1) Claims arising before effective date If, as of the date on which section 1311 of this title 1 1 (2) Claims arising between effective date and opening of Office If a claim by an employee of the Architect of the Capitol arises under section 1311 or 1312 of this title after the effective date of those provisions, but before the opening of the Office for receipt of requests for counseling or mediation under sections 1402 and 1403 of this title, the employee may satisfy the requirements for counseling and mediation by exhausting the requirements prescribed by the Architect of the Capitol in accordance with section 1831(e)(3) 1 section 1405 of this title (A) to file a charge with the General Accounting Office Personnel Appeals Board 2 2 1 1 (B) to commence a civil action under section 1408 of this title (c) Transition provision relating to matters other than employment under section 12209 of title 42 With respect to matters other than employment under section 12209 1 1 section 1331 of this title 1 ( Pub. L. 1041, title V,  506 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 42  Editorial Notes  References in Text For the effective dates of sections 1311, 1312, and 1331 of this title, referred to in text, see sections 1311(e), 1312(f), and 1331(i), respectively, of this title. Rule LI of the Rules of the House of Representatives, referred to in subsec. (a)(1), (2), was repealed by H. Res. No. 5,  23(a), One Hundred Fifth Congress, Jan. 7, 1997 The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, referred to in subsec. (a)(1), is Pub. L. 1033 Feb. 5, 1993 107 Stat. 6 Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(b) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41 section 2601 of Title 29 The Government Employees Rights Act of 1991, referred to in subsec. (a)(1), (2), probably means the Government Employee Rights Act of 1991, which is title III of Pub. L. 102166 Nov. 21, 1991 105 Stat. 1088 Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(a)(2) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41 section 2000e16a(a) of Title 42 Section 1207a of this title Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(a)(5) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41 Section 1831(e) of this title Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(c)(1) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41 Section 12209 of title 42 Pub. L. 110325,  6(a)(2) Sept. 25, 2008 122 Stat. 3558 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name General Accounting Office redesignated Government Accountability Office. See section 8 of Pub. L. 108271 section 702 of Title 31  1436. Repealed. Pub. L. 10657, title III,  313 Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 428   Section, Pub. L. 1041, title V,  507 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 43 Pub. L. 105275, title I,  12 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2436  1437. Sense of Senate regarding adoption of simplified and streamlined acquisition procedures for Senate acquisitions  It is the sense of the Senate that the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate should review the rules applicable to purchases by Senate offices to determine whether they are consistent with the acquisition simplification and streamlining laws enacted in the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act of 1994 ( Public Law 103355 ( Pub. L. 1041, title V,  508 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 44  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act of 1994, referred to in text, is Pub. L. 103355 Oct. 13, 1994 108 Stat. 3243 section 101 of Title 41  1437a. Training and education programs of employing offices (a) Requiring offices to develop and implement programs Each employing office shall develop and implement a program to train and educate covered employees of the office in the rights and protections provided under this chapter, including the procedures available under subchapter IV to consider alleged violations of this chapter. (b) Report to committees (1) In general Not later than 45 days after the beginning of each Congress (beginning with the One Hundred Seventeenth Congress), each employing office shall submit a report to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate on the implementation of the program required under subsection (a). (2) Special rule for first report Not later than 180 days after December 21, 2018 (c) Exception for offices of Congress This section does not apply to an employing office of the House of Representatives or an employing office of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 1041, title V,  509 Pub. L. 115397, title III,  306(a)(2) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5324  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (a), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 509 of Pub. L. 1041 section 1438 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective upon expiration of the 180-day period beginning on Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title  1437b. Support for out-of-area covered employees (a) In general All covered employees whose location of employment is outside of the Washington, DC area (referred to in this section as out-of-area covered employees) shall have equitable access to the resources and services provided by the Office and under this chapter as is provided to covered employees who work in the Washington, DC area. (b) Office of Congressional Workplace Rights The Office shall (1) establish a method by which out-of-area covered employees may communicate securely with the Office, which shall include an option for real-time audiovisual communication; and (2) provide guidance to employing offices regarding how each office can facilitate equitable access to the resources and services provided under this chapter for its out-of-area covered employees, including information regarding the communication methods described in paragraph (1). (c) Employing offices It is the sense of Congress that each employing office with out-of-area covered employees should use its best efforts to facilitate equitable access to the resources and services provided under this chapter for those employees. ( Pub. L. 1041, title V,  510 Pub. L. 115397, title III,  307(a)(2) Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5325  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Prior Provisions A prior section 510 of Pub. L. 1041 section 1438 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective upon expiration of the 180-day period beginning on Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title  1438. Severability  If any provision of this chapter or the application of such provision to any person or circumstance is held to be invalid, the remainder of this chapter and the application of the provisions of the remainder to any person or circumstance shall not be affected thereby. ( Pub. L. 1041, title V,  511 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 44 Pub. L. 115397, title III Dec. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 5324  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 115397 Dec. 21, 2018 section 401 of Pub. L. 115397 section 1301 of this title CHAPTER 25 UNFUNDED MANDATES REFORM    Sec.  1501. Purposes.  1502. Definitions.  1503. Exclusions.  1504. Agency assistance.  SUBCHAPTER ILEGISLATIVE ACCOUNTABILITY AND REFORM  1511. Cost of regulations.  1512. Consideration for Federal funding.  1513. Impact on local governments.  1514. Enforcement in House of Representatives.  1515. Exercise of rulemaking powers.  1516. Authorization of appropriations.  SUBCHAPTER IIREGULATORY ACCOUNTABILITY AND REFORM  1531. Regulatory process.  1532. Statements to accompany significant regulatory actions.  1533. Small government agency plan.  1534. State, local, and tribal government input.  1535. Least burdensome option or explanation required.  1536. Assistance to Congressional Budget Office.  1537. Pilot program on small government flexibility.  1538. Annual statements to Congress on agency compliance.  SUBCHAPTER IIIREVIEW OF FEDERAL MANDATES  1551. Baseline study of costs and benefits.  1552. Report on Federal mandates by Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations.  1553. Special authorities of Advisory Commission.  1554. Annual report to Congress regarding Federal court rulings.  1555. Federal mandate defined.  1556. Authorization of appropriations.  SUBCHAPTER IVJUDICIAL REVIEW  1571. Judicial review.  1501. Purposes The purposes of this chapter are (1) to strengthen the partnership between the Federal Government and State, local, and tribal governments; (2) to end the imposition, in the absence of full consideration by Congress, of Federal mandates on State, local, and tribal governments without adequate Federal funding, in a manner that may displace other essential State, local, and tribal governmental priorities; (3) to assist Congress in its consideration of proposed legislation establishing or revising Federal programs containing Federal mandates affecting State, local, and tribal governments, and the private sector by (A) providing for the development of information about the nature and size of mandates in proposed legislation; and (B) establishing a mechanism to bring such information to the attention of the Senate and the House of Representatives before the Senate and the House of Representatives vote on proposed legislation; (4) to promote informed and deliberate decisions by Congress on the appropriateness of Federal mandates in any particular instance; (5) to require that Congress consider whether to provide funding to assist State, local, and tribal governments in complying with Federal mandates, to require analyses of the impact of private sector mandates, and through the dissemination of that information provide informed and deliberate decisions by Congress and Federal agencies and retain competitive balance between the public and private sectors; (6) to establish a point-of-order vote on the consideration in the Senate and House of Representatives of legislation containing significant Federal intergovernmental mandates without providing adequate funding to comply with such mandates; (7) to assist Federal agencies in their consideration of proposed regulations affecting State, local, and tribal governments, by (A) requiring that Federal agencies develop a process to enable the elected and other officials of State, local, and tribal governments to provide input when Federal agencies are developing regulations; and (B) requiring that Federal agencies prepare and consider estimates of the budgetary impact of regulations containing Federal mandates upon State, local, and tribal governments and the private sector before adopting such regulations, and ensuring that small governments are given special consideration in that process; and (8) to begin consideration of the effect of previously imposed Federal mandates, including the impact on State, local, and tribal governments of Federal court interpretations of Federal statutes and regulations that impose Federal intergovernmental mandates. ( Pub. L. 1044,  2 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 48  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1044 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 48 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Short Title Pub. L. 1044,  1 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 48 This Act [enacting this chapter and sections 658 to 658g of this title, amending sections 602, 632, and 653 of this title, and enacting provisions set out as notes under sections 1511 and 1531 of this title] may be cited as the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995.  1502. Definitions For purposes of this chapter (1) except as provided in section 1555 of this title section 658 of this title (2) the term Director means the Director of the Congressional Budget Office. ( Pub. L. 1044,  3 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 49  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1044 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 48 section 1501 of this title  1503. Exclusions This chapter shall not apply to any provision in a bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report before Congress and any provision in a proposed or final Federal regulation that (1) enforces constitutional rights of individuals; (2) establishes or enforces any statutory rights that prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, or disability; (3) requires compliance with accounting and auditing procedures with respect to grants or other money or property provided by the Federal Government; (4) provides for emergency assistance or relief at the request of any State, local, or tribal government or any official of a State, local, or tribal government; (5) is necessary for the national security or the ratification or implementation of international treaty obligations; (6) the President designates as emergency legislation and that the Congress so designates in statute; or (7) relates to the old-age, survivors, and disability insurance program under title II of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 401 ( Pub. L. 1044,  4 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 49  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1044 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 48 section 1501 of this title The Social Security Act, referred to in par. (7), is act Aug. 14, 1935, ch. 531 49 Stat. 620 section 1305 of Title 42  1504. Agency assistance  Each agency shall provide to the Director such information and assistance as the Director may reasonably request to assist the Director in carrying out this chapter. ( Pub. L. 1044,  5 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 50  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1044 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 48 section 1501 of this title SUBCHAPTER I LEGISLATIVE ACCOUNTABILITY AND REFORM  1511. Cost of regulations (a) Sense of Congress It is the sense of the Congress that Federal agencies should review and evaluate planned regulations to ensure that the cost estimates provided by the Congressional Budget Office will be carefully considered as regulations are promulgated. (b) Statement of cost At the request of a committee chairman or ranking minority member, the Director shall, to the extent practicable, prepare a comparison between (1) an estimate by the relevant agency, prepared under section 1532 of this title (2) the cost estimate prepared by the Congressional Budget Office for such Act when it was enacted by the Congress. (c) Cooperation of Office of Management and Budget At the request of the Director of the Congressional Budget Office, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget shall provide data and cost estimates for regulations implementing an Act containing a Federal mandate covered by part B of title IV of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 [ 2 U.S.C. 658 ( Pub. L. 1044, title I,  103 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 62  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974, referred to in subsec. (c), is Pub. L. 93344 July 12, 1974 88 Stat. 297 section 621 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 1044, title I,  110 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 64 This title [enacting this subchapter and sections 658 to 658g of this title and amending sections 602, 632, and 653 of this title] shall take effect on January 1, 1996 2 U.S.C. 1516  1512. Consideration for Federal funding  Nothing in this chapter shall preclude a State, local, or tribal government that already complies with all or part of the Federal intergovernmental mandates included in the bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report from consideration for Federal funding under section 658d(a)(2) of this title ( Pub. L. 1044, title I,  105 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 62  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1044 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 48 section 1501 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title  1513. Impact on local governments (a) Findings The Senate finds that (1) the Congress should be concerned about shifting costs from Federal to State and local authorities and should be equally concerned about the growing tendency of States to shift costs to local governments; (2) cost shifting from States to local governments has, in many instances, forced local governments to raise property taxes or curtail sometimes essential services; and (3) increases in local property taxes and cuts in essential services threaten the ability of many citizens to attain and maintain the American dream of owning a home in a safe, secure community. (b) Sense of Senate It is the sense of the Senate that (1) the Federal Government should not shift certain costs to the State, and States should end the practice of shifting costs to local governments, which forces many local governments to increase property taxes; (2) States should end the imposition, in the absence of full consideration by their legislatures, of State issued mandates on local governments without adequate State funding, in a manner that may displace other essential government priorities; and (3) one primary objective of this chapter and other efforts to change the relationship among Federal, State, and local governments should be to reduce taxes and spending at all levels and to end the practice of shifting costs from one level of government to another with little or no benefit to taxpayers. ( Pub. L. 1044, title I,  106 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 63  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (b)(3), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1044 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 48 section 1501 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title  1514. Enforcement in House of Representatives (a) Omitted (b) Committee on Rules reports on waived points of order The Committee on Rules shall include in the report required by clause 1(d) 1 1 ( Pub. L. 1044, title I,  107 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 63  Editorial Notes  References in Text Clause 1(d) of Rule XI of the Rules of the House of Representatives, referred to in subsec. (b), was amended generally by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, Jan. 5, 2011 Codification Section is comprised of section 107 of Pub. L. 1044 section 107 of Pub. L. 1044 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title  1515. Exercise of rulemaking powers The provisions of sections 658 to 658g and 1514 of this title are enacted by Congress (1) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the Senate and the House of Representatives, respectively, and as such they shall be considered as part of the rules of such House, respectively, and such rules shall supersede other rules only to the extent that they are inconsistent therewith; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of either House to change such rules (so far as relating to such House) at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of each House. ( Pub. L. 1044, title I,  108 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 63  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 1516 of this title section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title  1516. Authorization of appropriations  There are authorized to be appropriated to the Congressional Budget Office $4,500,000 for each of the fiscal years 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, and 2002 to carry out the provisions of this subchapter. ( Pub. L. 1044, title I,  109 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 64  Editorial Notes  References in Text This subchapter, referred to in text, was in the original this title, meaning title I of Pub. L. 1044 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 50 section 1511 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 110 of Pub. L. 1044 section 1511 of this title SUBCHAPTER II REGULATORY ACCOUNTABILITY AND REFORM  1531. Regulatory process  Each agency shall, unless otherwise prohibited by law, assess the effects of Federal regulatory actions on State, local, and tribal governments, and the private sector (other than to the extent that such regulations incorporate requirements specifically set forth in law). ( Pub. L. 1044, title II,  201 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 64  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 1044, title II,  209 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 67 This title [enacting this subchapter] and the amendments made by this title shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Mar. 22, 1995 Executive Documents Regulatory Planning and Review For provisions stating regulatory philosophy and principles and setting forth regulatory organization, procedures, and guidelines for centralized review of new and existing regulations to make the regulatory process more efficient, see Ex. Ord. No. 12866, Sept. 30, 1993 section 601 of Title 5  1532. Statements to accompany significant regulatory actions (a) In general Unless otherwise prohibited by law, before promulgating any general notice of proposed rulemaking that is likely to result in promulgation of any rule that includes any Federal mandate that may result in the expenditure by State, local, and tribal governments, in the aggregate, or by the private sector, of $100,000,000 or more (adjusted annually for inflation) in any 1 year, and before promulgating any final rule for which a general notice of proposed rulemaking was published, the agency shall prepare a written statement containing (1) an identification of the provision of Federal law under which the rule is being promulgated; (2) a qualitative and quantitative assessment of the anticipated costs and benefits of the Federal mandate, including the costs and benefits to State, local, and tribal governments or the private sector, as well as the effect of the Federal mandate on health, safety, and the natural environment and such an assessment shall include (A) an analysis of the extent to which such costs to State, local, and tribal governments may be paid with Federal financial assistance (or otherwise paid for by the Federal Government); and (B) the extent to which there are available Federal resources to carry out the intergovernmental mandate; (3) estimates by the agency, if and to the extent that the agency determines that accurate estimates are reasonably feasible, of (A) the future compliance costs of the Federal mandate; and (B) any disproportionate budgetary effects of the Federal mandate upon any particular regions of the nation or particular State, local, or tribal governments, urban or rural or other types of communities, or particular segments of the private sector; (4) estimates by the agency of the effect on the national economy, such as the effect on productivity, economic growth, full employment, creation of productive jobs, and international competitiveness of United States goods and services, if and to the extent that the agency in its sole discretion determines that accurate estimates are reasonably feasible and that such effect is relevant and material; and (5) (A) a description of the extent of the agencys prior consultation with elected representatives (under section 1534 of this title (B) a summary of the comments and concerns that were presented by State, local, or tribal governments either orally or in writing to the agency; and (C) a summary of the agencys evaluation of those comments and concerns. (b) Promulgation In promulgating a general notice of proposed rulemaking or a final rule for which a statement under subsection (a) is required, the agency shall include in the promulgation a summary of the information contained in the statement. (c) Preparation in conjunction with other statement Any agency may prepare any statement required under subsection (a) in conjunction with or as a part of any other statement or analysis, provided that the statement or analysis satisfies the provisions of subsection (a). ( Pub. L. 1044, title II,  202 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 64  1533. Small government agency plan (a) Effects on small governments Before establishing any regulatory requirements that might significantly or uniquely affect small governments, agencies shall have developed a plan under which the agency shall (1) provide notice of the requirements to potentially affected small governments, if any; (2) enable officials of affected small governments to provide meaningful and timely input in the development of regulatory proposals containing significant Federal intergovernmental mandates; and (3) inform, educate, and advise small governments on compliance with the requirements. (b) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to each agency to carry out the provisions of this section and for no other purpose, such sums as are necessary. ( Pub. L. 1044, title II,  203 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 65  1534. State, local, and tribal government input (a) In general Each agency shall, to the extent permitted in law, develop an effective process to permit elected officers of State, local, and tribal governments (or their designated employees with authority to act on their behalf) to provide meaningful and timely input in the development of regulatory proposals containing significant Federal intergovernmental mandates. (b) Meetings between State, local, tribal and Federal officers Chapter 10 of title 5 shall not apply to actions in support of intergovernmental communications where (1) meetings are held exclusively between Federal officials and elected officers of State, local, and tribal governments (or their designated employees with authority to act on their behalf) acting in their official capacities; and (2) such meetings are solely for the purposes of exchanging views, information, or advice relating to the management or implementation of Federal programs established pursuant to public law that explicitly or inherently share intergovernmental responsibilities or administration. (c) Implementing guidelines No later than 6 months after March 22, 1995 ( Pub. L. 1044, title II,  204 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 65 Pub. L. 117286,  4(a)(1) Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4305  Editorial Notes Amendments 2022Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 117286 Executive Documents  Delegation of Authority To Issue Guidelines and Instructions Memorandum of President of the United States, Aug. 25, 1995 Memorandum for the Director of the Office of Management and Budget By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws of the United States, including section 204(c) of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 ( Public Law 1044 2 U.S.C. 1534(c) section 301 of title 3 You are authorized and directed to publish this memorandum in the Federal Register.  William J. Clinton.  1535. Least burdensome option or explanation required (a) In general Except as provided in subsection (b), before promulgating any rule for which a written statement is required under section 1532 of this title (1) State, local, and tribal governments, in the case of a rule containing a Federal intergovernmental mandate; and (2) the private sector, in the case of a rule containing a Federal private sector mandate. (b) Exception The provisions of subsection (a) shall apply unless (1) the head of the affected agency publishes with the final rule an explanation of why the least costly, most cost-effective or least burdensome method of achieving the objectives of the rule was not adopted; or (2) the provisions are inconsistent with law. (c) OMB certification No later than 1 year after March 22, 1995 ( Pub. L. 1044, title II,  205 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 66  1536. Assistance to Congressional Budget Office The Director of the Office of Management and Budget shall (1) collect from agencies the statements prepared under section 1532 of this title (2) periodically forward copies of such statements to the Director of the Congressional Budget Office on a reasonably timely basis after promulgation of the general notice of proposed rulemaking or of the final rule for which the statement was prepared. ( Pub. L. 1044, title II,  206 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 66  1537. Pilot program on small government flexibility (a) In general The Director of the Office of Management and Budget, in consultation with Federal agencies, shall establish pilot programs in at least 2 agencies to test innovative, and more flexible regulatory approaches that (1) reduce reporting and compliance burdens on small governments; and (2) meet overall statutory goals and objectives. (b) Program focus The pilot programs shall focus on rules in effect or proposed rules, or a combination thereof. ( Pub. L. 1044, title II,  207 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 67  1538. Annual statements to Congress on agency compliance  No later than 1 year after March 22, 1995 ( Pub. L. 1044, title II,  208 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 67  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on Governmental Affairs of Senate changed to Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of Senate, effective Jan. 4, 2005 Oct. 9, 2004 Committee on Government Reform and Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Government Reform of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Jan. 5, 2007 Jan. 9, 2019 Jan. 9, 2023 SUBCHAPTER III REVIEW OF FEDERAL MANDATES  1551. Baseline study of costs and benefits (a) In general No later than 18 months after March 22, 1995 (b) Considerations The study required by this section shall consider (1) the feasibility of measuring indirect costs and benefits as well as direct costs and benefits of the Federal, State, local, and tribal relationship; and (2) how to measure both the direct and indirect benefits of Federal financial assistance and tax benefits to State, local, and tribal governments. ( Pub. L. 1044, title III,  301 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 67  1552. Report on Federal mandates by Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations (a) In general The Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations shall in accordance with this section (1) investigate and review the role of Federal mandates in intergovernmental relations and their impact on State, local, tribal, and Federal government objectives and responsibilities, and their impact on the competitive balance between State, local, and tribal governments, and the private sector and consider views of and the impact on working men and women on those same matters; (2) investigate and review the role of unfunded State mandates imposed on local governments; (3) make recommendations to the President and the Congress regarding (A) allowing flexibility for State, local, and tribal governments in complying with specific Federal mandates for which terms of compliance are unnecessarily rigid or complex; (B) reconciling any 2 or more Federal mandates which impose contradictory or inconsistent requirements; (C) terminating Federal mandates which are duplicative, obsolete, or lacking in practical utility; (D) suspending, on a temporary basis, Federal mandates which are not vital to public health and safety and which compound the fiscal difficulties of State, local, and tribal governments, including recommendations for triggering such suspension; (E) consolidating or simplifying Federal mandates, or the planning or reporting requirements of such mandates, in order to reduce duplication and facilitate compliance by State, local, and tribal governments with those mandates; (F) establishing common Federal definitions or standards to be used by State, local, and tribal governments in complying with Federal mandates that use different definitions or standards for the same terms or principles; and (G) (i) the mitigation of negative impacts on the private sector that may result from relieving State, local, and tribal governments from Federal mandates (if and to the extent that such negative impacts exist on the private sector); and (ii) the feasibility of applying relief from Federal mandates in the same manner and to the same extent to private sector entities as such relief is applied to State, local, and tribal governments; and (4) identify and consider in each recommendation made under paragraph (3), to the extent practicable (A) the specific Federal mandates to which the recommendation applies, including requirements of the departments, agencies, and other entities of the Federal Government that State, local, and tribal governments utilize metric systems of measurement; and (B) any negative impact on the private sector that may result from implementation of the recommendation. (b) Criteria (1) In general The Commission shall establish criteria for making recommendations under subsection (a). (2) Issuance of proposed criteria The Commission shall issue proposed criteria under this subsection no later than 60 days after March 22, 1995 (3) Final criteria No later than 45 days after the date of issuance of proposed criteria, the Commission shall (A) consider comments on the proposed criteria received under paragraph (2); (B) adopt and incorporate in final criteria any recommendations submitted in those comments that the Commission determines will aid the Commission in carrying out its duties under this section; and (C) issue final criteria under this subsection. (c) Preliminary report (1) In general No later than 9 months after March 22, 1995 (A) prepare and publish a preliminary report on its activities under this subchapter, including preliminary recommendations pursuant to subsection (a); (B) publish in the Federal Register a notice of availability of the preliminary report; and (C) provide copies of the preliminary report to the public upon request. (2) Public hearings The Commission shall hold public hearings on the preliminary recommendations contained in the preliminary report of the Commission under this subsection. (d) Final report No later than 3 months after the date of the publication of the preliminary report under subsection (c), the Commission shall submit to the Congress, including the Committee on Government Reform and Oversight of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Governmental Affairs of the Senate, the Committee on the Budget of the Senate, and the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives, and to the President a final report on the findings, conclusions, and recommendations of the Commission under this section. (e) Priority to mandates that are subject of judicial proceedings In carrying out this section, the Advisory Commission shall give the highest priority to immediately investigating, reviewing, and making recommendations regarding Federal mandates that are the subject of judicial proceedings between the United States and a State, local, or tribal government. (f) State mandate defined For purposes of this section the term State mandate means any provision in a State statute or regulation that imposes an enforceable duty on local governments, the private sector, or individuals, including a condition of State assistance or a duty arising from participation in a voluntary State program. ( Pub. L. 1044, title III,  302 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 67  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on Governmental Affairs of Senate changed to Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of Senate, effective Jan. 4, 2005 Oct. 9, 2004 Committee on Government Reform and Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Government Reform of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Jan. 5, 2007 Jan. 9, 2019 Jan. 9, 2023  1553. Special authorities of Advisory Commission (a) Experts and consultants For purposes of carrying out this subchapter, the Advisory Commission may procure temporary and intermittent services of experts or consultants under section 3109(b) of title 5 (b) Detail of staff of Federal agencies Upon request of the Executive Director of the Advisory Commission, the head of any Federal department or agency may detail, on a reimbursable basis, any of the personnel of that department or agency to the Advisory Commission to assist it in carrying out this subchapter. (c) Administrative support services Upon the request of the Advisory Commission, the Administrator of General Services shall provide to the Advisory Commission, on a reimbursable basis, the administrative support services necessary for the Advisory Commission to carry out its duties under this subchapter. (d) Contract authority The Advisory Commission may, subject to appropriations, contract with and compensate government and private persons (including agencies) for property and services used to carry out its duties under this subchapter. ( Pub. L. 1044, title III,  303 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 69  1554. Annual report to Congress regarding Federal court rulings  No later than 4 months after March 22, 1995 ( Pub. L. 1044, title III,  304 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 70  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on Governmental Affairs of Senate changed to Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of Senate, effective Jan. 4, 2005 Oct. 9, 2004 Committee on Government Reform and Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Government Reform of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Jan. 5, 2007 Jan. 9, 2019 Jan. 9, 2023  1555. Federal mandate defined  Notwithstanding section 1502 of this title ( Pub. L. 1044, title III,  305 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 70  1556. Authorization of appropriations  There are authorized to be appropriated to the Advisory Commission to carry out section 1551 of this title section 1552 of this title ( Pub. L. 1044, title III,  306 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 70 SUBCHAPTER IV JUDICIAL REVIEW  1571. Judicial review (a) Agency statements on significant regulatory actions (1) In general Compliance or noncompliance by any agency with the provisions of sections 1532 and 1533(a)(1) and (2) of this title shall be subject to judicial review only in accordance with this section. (2) Limited review of agency compliance or noncompliance (A) Agency compliance or noncompliance with the provisions of sections 1532 and 1533(a)(1) and (2) of this title shall be subject to judicial review only under section 706(1) of title 5 (B) If an agency fails to prepare the written statement (including the preparation of the estimates, analyses, statements, or descriptions) under section 1532 of this title (3) Review of agency rules In any judicial review under any other Federal law of an agency rule for which a written statement or plan is required under sections 1532 and 1533(a)(1) and (2) of this title, the inadequacy or failure to prepare such statement (including the inadequacy or failure to prepare any estimate, analysis, statement or description) or written plan shall not be used as a basis for staying, enjoining, invalidating or otherwise affecting such agency rule. (4) Certain information as part of record Any information generated under sections 1532 and 1533(a)(1) and (2) of this title that is part of the rulemaking record for judicial review under the provisions of any other Federal law may be considered as part of the record for judicial review conducted under such other provisions of Federal law. (5) Application of other Federal law For any petition under paragraph (2) the provisions of such other Federal law shall control all other matters, such as exhaustion of administrative remedies, the time for and manner of seeking review and venue, except that if such other Federal law does not provide a limitation on the time for filing a petition for judicial review that is less than 180 days, such limitation shall be 180 days after a final rule is promulgated by the appropriate agency. (6) Effective date This subsection shall take effect on October 1, 1995 (b) Judicial review and rule of construction Except as provided in subsection (a) (1) any estimate, analysis, statement, description or report prepared under this chapter, and any compliance or noncompliance with the provisions of this chapter, and any determination concerning the applicability of the provisions of this chapter shall not be subject to judicial review; and (2) no provision of this chapter shall be construed to create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable by any person in any administrative or judicial action. ( Pub. L. 1044, title IV,  401 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 70  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (b), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 1044 Mar. 22, 1995 109 Stat. 48 section 1501 of this title CHAPTER 26 DISCLOSURE OF LOBBYING ACTIVITIES    Sec.  1601. Findings.  1602. Definitions.  1603. Registration of lobbyists.  1604. Reports by registered lobbyists.  1605. Disclosure and enforcement.  1606. Penalties.  1607. Rules of construction.  1608. Severability.  1609. Identification of clients and covered officials.  1610. Estimates based on tax reporting system.  1611. Exempt organizations.  1612. Sense of Senate that lobbying expenses should remain nondeductible.  1613. Prohibition on provision of gifts or travel by registered lobbyists to Members of Congress and to congressional employees.  1614. Annual audits and reports by Comptroller General.  1601. Findings The Congress finds that (1) responsible representative Government requires public awareness of the efforts of paid lobbyists to influence the public decisionmaking process in both the legislative and executive branches of the Federal Government; (2) existing lobbying disclosure statutes have been ineffective because of unclear statutory language, weak administrative and enforcement provisions, and an absence of clear guidance as to who is required to register and what they are required to disclose; and (3) the effective public disclosure of the identity and extent of the efforts of paid lobbyists to influence Federal officials in the conduct of Government actions will increase public confidence in the integrity of Government. ( Pub. L. 10465,  2 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 691  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 10465,  24 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 705  (a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, this Act [see Short Title note below] and the amendments made by this Act shall take effect on January 1, 1996 (b) The repeals and amendments made under sections 9, 10, 11, and 12 [amending section 4804 of Title 15 section 219 of Title 18 section 1352 of Title 31 section 1490p of Title 42 section 3537b of Title 42 section 261 of this title (1) shall not affect any proceeding or suit commenced before the effective date under subsection (a), and in all such proceedings or suits, proceedings shall be had, appeals taken, and judgments rendered in the same manner and with the same effect as if this Act had not been enacted; and (2) shall not affect the requirements of Federal agencies to compile, publish, and retain information filed or received before the effective date of such repeals and amendments. Short Title of 2019 Amendment Pub. L. 115418,  1 Jan. 3, 2019 132 Stat. 5440 This Act [amending sections 1603 and 1604 of this title] may be cited as the Justice Against Corruption on K Street Act of 2018 or the JACK Act. Short Title of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 11081,  1(a) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 735 This Act [see Tables for classification] may be cited as the Honest Leadership and Open Government Act of 2007. Short Title of 1998 Amendment Pub. L. 105166,  1(a) Apr. 6, 1998 112 Stat. 38 This Act [amending sections 1602, 1604, and 1610 of this title and section 613 of Title 22 Short Title Pub. L. 10465,  1 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 691 This Act [enacting this chapter, amending sections 3304 of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees, section 102 of Pub. L. 95521 section 4804 of Title 15 section 2171 of Title 19 section 1352 of Title 31 section 1490p of Title 42 section 3537b of Title 42 section 3304 of Title 5 section 102 of Pub. L. 95521 section 207 of Title 18 section 261 of this title Construction of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 11081, title VII,  703 Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 776 Nothing in this Act [see Tables for classification] or the amendments made by this Act shall be construed to prohibit any expressive conduct protected from legal prohibition by, or any activities protected by the free speech, free exercise, or free association clauses of, the First Amendment to the Constitution.  1602. Definitions As used in this chapter: (1) Agency The term agency has the meaning given that term in section 551(1) of title 5 (2) Client The term client means any person or entity that employs or retains another person for financial or other compensation to conduct lobbying activities on behalf of that person or entity. A person or entity whose employees act as lobbyists on its own behalf is both a client and an employer of such employees. In the case of a coalition or association that employs or retains other persons to conduct lobbying activities, the client is the coalition or association and not its individual members. (3) Covered executive branch official The term covered executive branch official means (A) the President; (B) the Vice President; (C) any officer or employee, or any other individual functioning in the capacity of such an officer or employee, in the Executive Office of the President; (D) any officer or employee serving in a position in level I, II, III, IV, or V of the Executive Schedule, as designated by statute or Executive order; (E) any member of the uniformed services whose pay grade is at or above O7 under section 201 of title 37 (F) any officer or employee serving in a position of a confidential, policy-determining, policy-making, or policy-advocating character described in section 7511(b)(2)(B) of title 5 (4) Covered legislative branch official The term covered legislative branch official means (A) a Member of Congress; (B) an elected officer of either House of Congress; (C) any employee of, or any other individual functioning in the capacity of an employee of (i) a Member of Congress; (ii) a committee of either House of Congress; (iii) the leadership staff of the House of Representatives or the leadership staff of the Senate; (iv) a joint committee of Congress; and (v) a working group or caucus organized to provide legislative services or other assistance to Members of Congress; and (D) any other legislative branch employee serving in a position described under section 13101(13) of title 5 (5) Employee The term employee means any individual who is an officer, employee, partner, director, or proprietor of a person or entity, but does not include (A) independent contractors; or (B) volunteers who receive no financial or other compensation from the person or entity for their services. (6) Foreign entity The term foreign entity means a foreign principal (as defined in section 1(b) of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938 ( 22 U.S.C. 611(b) (7) Lobbying activities The term lobbying activities means lobbying contacts and efforts in support of such contacts, including preparation and planning activities, research and other background work that is intended, at the time it is performed, for use in contacts, and coordination with the lobbying activities of others. (8) Lobbying contact (A) Definition The term lobbying contact means any oral or written communication (including an electronic communication) to a covered executive branch official or a covered legislative branch official that is made on behalf of a client with regard to (i) the formulation, modification, or adoption of Federal legislation (including legislative proposals); (ii) the formulation, modification, or adoption of a Federal rule, regulation, Executive order, or any other program, policy, or position of the United States Government; (iii) the administration or execution of a Federal program or policy (including the negotiation, award, or administration of a Federal contract, grant, loan, permit, or license); or (iv) the nomination or confirmation of a person for a position subject to confirmation by the Senate. (B) Exceptions The term lobbying contact does not include a communication that is (i) made by a public official acting in the public officials official capacity; (ii) made by a representative of a media organization if the purpose of the communication is gathering and disseminating news and information to the public; (iii) made in a speech, article, publication or other material that is distributed and made available to the public, or through radio, television, cable television, or other medium of mass communication; (iv) made on behalf of a government of a foreign country or a foreign political party and disclosed under the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938 ( 22 U.S.C. 611 (v) a request for a meeting, a request for the status of an action, or any other similar administrative request, if the request does not include an attempt to influence a covered executive branch official or a covered legislative branch official; (vi) made in the course of participation in an advisory committee subject to chapter 10 of title 5; (vii) testimony given before a committee, subcommittee, or task force of the Congress, or submitted for inclusion in the public record of a hearing conducted by such committee, subcommittee, or task force; (viii) information provided in writing in response to an oral or written request by a covered executive branch official or a covered legislative branch official for specific information; (ix) required by subpoena, civil investigative demand, or otherwise compelled by statute, regulation, or other action of the Congress or an agency, including any communication compelled by a Federal contract, grant, loan, permit, or license; (x) made in response to a notice in the Federal Register, Commerce Business Daily, or other similar publication soliciting communications from the public and directed to the agency official specifically designated in the notice to receive such communications; (xi) not possible to report without disclosing information, the unauthorized disclosure of which is prohibited by law; (xii) made to an official in an agency with regard to (I) a judicial proceeding or a criminal or civil law enforcement inquiry, investigation, or proceeding; or (II) a filing or proceeding that the Government is specifically required by statute or regulation to maintain or conduct on a confidential basis, if that agency is charged with responsibility for such proceeding, inquiry, investigation, or filing; (xiii) made in compliance with written agency procedures regarding an adjudication conducted by the agency under section 554 of title 5 (xiv) a written comment filed in the course of a public proceeding or any other communication that is made on the record in a public proceeding; (xv) a petition for agency action made in writing and required to be a matter of public record pursuant to established agency procedures; (xvi) made on behalf of an individual with regard to that individuals benefits, employment, or other personal matters involving only that individual, except that this clause does not apply to any communication with (I) a covered executive branch official, or (II) a covered legislative branch official (other than the individuals elected Members of Congress or employees who work under such Members direct supervision), with respect to the formulation, modification, or adoption of private legislation for the relief of that individual; (xvii) a disclosure by an individual that is protected under the amendments made by the Whistleblower Protection Act of 1989, under chapter 4 of title 5, or under another provision of law; (xviii) made by (I) a church, its integrated auxiliary, or a convention or association of churches that is exempt from filing a Federal income tax return under paragraph 2(A)(i) of section 6033(a) of title 26 (II) a religious order that is exempt from filing a Federal income tax return under paragraph (2)(A)(iii) of such section 6033(a); and (xix) between (I) officials of a self-regulatory organization (as defined in section 3(a)(26) of the Securities Exchange Act [ 15 U.S.C. 78c(a)(26) 15 U.S.C. 78a 7 U.S.C. 1 (II) the Securities and Exchange Commission or the Commodities Future Trading Commission, respectively; relating to the regulatory responsibilities of such organization under that Act. (9) Lobbying firm The term lobbying firm means a person or entity that has 1 or more employees who are lobbyists on behalf of a client other than that person or entity. The term also includes a self-employed individual who is a lobbyist. (10) Lobbyist The term lobbyist means any individual who is employed or retained by a client for financial or other compensation for services that include more than one lobbying contact, other than an individual whose lobbying activities constitute less than 20 percent of the time engaged in the services provided by such individual to that client over a 3-month period. (11) Media organization The term media organization means a person or entity engaged in disseminating information to the general public through a newspaper, magazine, other publication, radio, television, cable television, or other medium of mass communication. (12) Member of Congress The term Member of Congress means a Senator or a Representative in, or Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress. (13) Organization The term organization means a person or entity other than an individual. (14) Person or entity The term person or entity means any individual, corporation, company, foundation, association, labor organization, firm, partnership, society, joint stock company, group of organizations, or State or local government. (15) Public official The term public official means any elected official, appointed official, or employee of (A) a Federal, State, or local unit of government in the United States other than (i) a college or university; (ii) a government-sponsored enterprise (as defined in section 622(8) of this title (iii) a public utility that provides gas, electricity, water, or communications; (iv) a guaranty agency (as defined in section 1085(j) of title 20 (v) an agency of any State functioning as a student loan secondary market pursuant to section 1085(d)(1)(F) of title 20 (B) a Government corporation (as defined in section 9101 of title 31 (C) an organization of State or local elected or appointed officials other than officials of an entity described in clause (i), (ii), (iii), (iv), or (v) of subparagraph (A); (D) an Indian tribe (as defined in section 5304(e) of title 25 1 1 (E) a national or State political party or any organizational unit thereof; or (F) a national, regional, or local unit of any foreign government, or a group of governments acting together as an international organization. (16) State The term State means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, and any commonwealth, territory, or possession of the United States. ( Pub. L. 10465,  3 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 691 Pub. L. 105166 Apr. 6, 1998 112 Stat. 38 Pub. L. 11081, title II,  201(b)(1) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 742 Pub. L. 117286,  4(a)(2) Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4305  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act meaning Pub. L. 10465 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 691 section 1601 of this title Levels I, II, III, IV, and V of the Executive Schedule, referred to in par. (3)(D), are set out in sections 5312, 5313, 5314, 5315, and 5316, respectively, of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees. The Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, referred to in par. (8)(B)(iv), is act June 8, 1938, ch. 327 52 Stat. 631 section 611 of Title 22 The Whistleblower Protection Act of 1989, referred to in par. (8)(B)(xvii), is Pub. L. 10112 Apr. 10, 1989 103 Stat. 16 5 U.S.C. 1211 5 U.S.C. 1221 section 3352 of Title 5 section 4139 of Title 22 section 1201 of Title 5 The Securities Exchange Act, referred to in par. (8)(B)(xix), probably means the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, act June 6, 1934, ch. 404 48 Stat. 881 section 78a of Title 15 The Commodity Exchange Act, referred to in par. (8)(B)(xix), is act Sept. 21, 1922, ch. 369 42 Stat. 998 section 1 of Title 7 Amendments 2022Par. (4)(D). Pub. L. 117286,  4(c)(3) section 13101(13) of title 5 Par. (8)(B)(vi). Pub. L. 117286,  4(a)(2) Par. (8)(B)(xvii). Pub. L. 117286,  4(b)(2) 2007Par. (10). Pub. L. 11081 1998Par. (3)(F). Pub. L. 105166,  2 Par. (8)(B)(ix). Pub. L. 105166,  3(a) Par. (15)(F). Pub. L. 105166,  3(b) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Except as otherwise provided, amendment by Pub. L. 11081 Jan. 1, 2008 Jan. 1, 2008 section 215 of Pub. L. 11081 section 30104 of Title 52 Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 24 of Pub. L. 10465 section 1601 of this title  1603. Registration of lobbyists (a) Registration (1) General rule No later than 45 days after a lobbyist first makes a lobbying contact or is employed or retained to make a lobbying contact, whichever is earlier, or on the first business day after such 45th day if the 45th day is not a business day, such lobbyist (or, as provided under paragraph (2), the organization employing such lobbyist), shall register with the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House of Representatives. (2) Employer filing Any organization that has 1 or more employees who are lobbyists shall file a single registration under this section on behalf of such employees for each client on whose behalf the employees act as lobbyists. (3) Exemption (A) General rule Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) and (2), a person or entity whose (i) total income for matters related to lobbying activities on behalf of a particular client (in the case of a lobbying firm) does not exceed and is not expected to exceed $2,500; or (ii) total expenses in connection with lobbying activities (in the case of an organization whose employees engage in lobbying activities on its own behalf) do not exceed or are not expected to exceed $10,000, (as estimated under section 1604 of this title section 1604(a) of this title (B) Adjustment The dollar amounts in subparagraph (A) shall be adjusted (i) on January 1, 1997 December 19, 1995 (ii) on January 1 of each fourth year occurring after January 1, 1997 rounded to the nearest $500. (b) Contents of registration Each registration under this section shall contain (1) the name, address, business telephone number, and principal place of business of the registrant, and a general description of its business or activities; (2) the name, address, and principal place of business of the registrants client, and a general description of its business or activities (if different from paragraph (1)); (3) the name, address, and principal place of business of any organization, other than the client, that (A) contributes more than $5,000 to the registrant or the client in the quarterly period to fund the lobbying activities of the registrant; and (B) actively participates in the planning, supervision, or control of such lobbying activities; (4) the name, address, principal place of business, amount of any contribution of more than $5,000 to the lobbying activities of the registrant, and approximate percentage of equitable ownership in the client (if any) of any foreign entity that (A) holds at least 20 percent equitable ownership in the client or any organization identified under paragraph (3); (B) directly or indirectly, in whole or in major part, plans, supervises, controls, directs, finances, or subsidizes the activities of the client or any organization identified under paragraph (3); or (C) is an affiliate of the client or any organization identified under paragraph (3) and has a direct interest in the outcome of the lobbying activity; (5) a statement of (A) the general issue areas in which the registrant expects to engage in lobbying activities on behalf of the client; and (B) to the extent practicable, specific issues that have (as of the date of the registration) already been addressed or are likely to be addressed in lobbying activities; (6) the name of each employee of the registrant who has acted or whom the registrant expects to act as a lobbyist on behalf of the client and, if any such employee has served as a covered executive branch official or a covered legislative branch official in the 20 years before the date on which the employee first acted as a lobbyist on behalf of the client, the position in which such employee served; and (7) for any listed lobbyist who was convicted in a Federal or State court of an offense involving bribery, extortion, embezzlement, an illegal kickback, tax evasion, fraud, a conflict of interest, making a false statement, perjury, or money laundering, the date of the conviction and a description of the offense. No disclosure is required under paragraph (3)(B) if the organization that would be identified as affiliated with the client is listed on the clients publicly accessible Internet website as being a member of or contributor to the client, unless the organization in whole or in major part plans, supervises, or controls such lobbying activities. If a registrant relies upon the preceding sentence, the registrant must disclose the specific Internet address of the web page containing the information relied upon. Nothing in paragraph (3)(B) shall be construed to require the disclosure of any information about individuals who are members of, or donors to, an entity treated as a client by this chapter or an organization identified under that paragraph. (c) Guidelines for registration (1) Multiple clients In the case of a registrant making lobbying contacts on behalf of more than 1 client, a separate registration under this section shall be filed for each such client. (2) Multiple contacts A registrant who makes more than 1 lobbying contact for the same client shall file a single registration covering all such lobbying contacts. (d) Termination of registration A registrant who after registration (1) is no longer employed or retained by a client to conduct lobbying activities, and (2) does not anticipate any additional lobbying activities for such client, may so notify the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House of Representatives and terminate its registration. ( Pub. L. 10465,  4 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 696 Pub. L. 11081, title II Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 742 Pub. L. 115418,  2(a) Jan. 3, 2019 132 Stat. 5440  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (b), was in the original this Act meaning Pub. L. 10465 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 691 section 1601 of this title Amendments 2019Subsec. (b)(7). Pub. L. 115418 2007Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 11081,  201(b)(2)(A) Subsec. (a)(3)(A). Pub. L. 11081,  201(b)(2)(B) Subsec. (a)(3)(A)(i). Pub. L. 11081,  201(b)(5)(A) Subsec. (a)(3)(A)(ii). Pub. L. 11081,  201(b)(5)(B) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 11081,  207(b) Subsec. (b)(3)(A). Pub. L. 11081,  207(a)(1)(A) section 1604(a) of this title Pub. L. 11081,  201(b)(5)(C) Subsec. (b)(3)(B). Pub. L. 11081,  207(a)(1)(B) Subsec. (b)(4). Pub. L. 11081,  201(b)(5)(D) Subsec. (b)(6). Pub. L. 11081,  208 December 19, 1995 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Except as otherwise provided, amendment by Pub. L. 11081 Jan. 1, 2008 Jan. 1, 2008 section 215 of Pub. L. 11081 section 30104 of Title 52 Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 24 of Pub. L. 10465 section 1601 of this title  1604. Reports by registered lobbyists (a) Quarterly report No later than 20 days after the end of the quarterly period beginning on the first day of January, April, July, and October of each year in which a registrant is registered under section 1603 of this title (b) Contents of report Each quarterly report filed under subsection (a) shall contain (1) the name of the registrant, the name of the client, and any changes or updates to the information provided in the initial registration, including information under section 1603(b)(3) of this title (2) for each general issue area in which the registrant engaged in lobbying activities on behalf of the client during the quarterly period (A) a list of the specific issues upon which a lobbyist employed by the registrant engaged in lobbying activities, including, to the maximum extent practicable, a list of bill numbers and references to specific executive branch actions; (B) a statement of the Houses of Congress and the Federal agencies contacted by lobbyists employed by the registrant on behalf of the client; (C) a list of the employees of the registrant who acted as lobbyists on behalf of the client; and (D) a description of the interest, if any, of any foreign entity identified under section 1603(b)(4) of this title (3) in the case of a lobbying firm, a good faith estimate of the total amount of all income from the client (including any payments to the registrant by any other person for lobbying activities on behalf of the client) during the quarterly period, other than income for matters that are unrelated to lobbying activities; (4) in the case of a registrant engaged in lobbying activities on its own behalf, a good faith estimate of the total expenses that the registrant and its employees incurred in connection with lobbying activities during the quarterly period; (5) for each client, immediately after listing the client, an identification of whether the client is a State or local government or a department, agency, special purpose district, or other instrumentality controlled by one or more State or local governments; and (6) for any listed lobbyist who was convicted in a Federal or State court of an offense involving bribery, extortion, embezzlement, an illegal kickback, tax evasion, fraud, a conflict of interest, making a false statement, perjury, or money laundering, the date of the conviction and a description of the offense. (c) Estimates of income or expenses For purposes of this section, estimates of income or expenses shall be made as follows: (1) Estimates of amounts in excess of $5,000 shall be rounded to the nearest $10,000. (2) In the event income or expenses do not exceed $5,000, the registrant shall include a statement that income or expenses totaled less than $5,000 for the reporting period. (d) Semiannual reports on certain contributions (1) In general Not later than 30 days after the end of the semiannual period beginning on the first day of January and July of each year, or on the first business day after such 30th day if the 30th day is not a business day, each person or organization who is registered or is required to register under paragraph (1) or (2) of section 1603(a) of this title section 1603(b)(6) of this title (A) the name of the person or organization; (B) in the case of an employee, his or her employer; (C) the names of all political committees established or controlled by the person or organization; (D) the name of each Federal candidate or officeholder, leadership PAC, or political party committee, to whom aggregate contributions equal to or exceeding $200 were made by the person or organization, or a political committee established or controlled by the person or organization within the semiannual period, and the date and amount of each such contribution made within the semiannual period; (E) the date, recipient, and amount of funds contributed or disbursed during the semiannual period by the person or organization or a political committee established or controlled by the person or organization (i) to pay the cost of an event to honor or recognize a covered legislative branch official or covered executive branch official; (ii) to an entity that is named for a covered legislative branch official, or to a person or entity in recognition of such official; (iii) to an entity established, financed, maintained, or controlled by a covered legislative branch official or covered executive branch official, or an entity designated by such official; or (iv) to pay the costs of a meeting, retreat, conference, or other similar event held by, or in the name of, 1 or more covered legislative branch officials or covered executive branch officials, except that this subparagraph shall not apply if the funds are provided to a person who is required to report the receipt of the funds under section 30104 of title 52 (F) the name of each Presidential library foundation, and each Presidential inaugural committee, to whom contributions equal to or exceeding $200 were made by the person or organization, or a political committee established or controlled by the person or organization, within the semiannual period, and the date and amount of each such contribution within the semiannual period; and (G) a certification by the person or organization filing the report that the person or organization (i) has read and is familiar with those provisions of the Standing Rules of the Senate and the Rules of the House of Representatives relating to the provision of gifts and travel; and (ii) has not provided, requested, or directed a gift, including travel, to a Member of Congress or an officer or employee of either House of Congress with knowledge that receipt of the gift would violate rule XXXV of the Standing Rules of the Senate or rule XXV of the Rules of the House of Representatives. (2) Definition In this subsection, the term leadership PAC has the meaning given such term in section 30104(i)(8)(B) of title 52 (e) Electronic filing required A report required to be filed under this section shall be filed in electronic form, in addition to any other form that the Secretary of the Senate or the Clerk of the House of Representatives may require or allow. The Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House of Representatives shall use the same electronic software for receipt and recording of filings under this chapter. ( Pub. L. 10465,  5 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 697 Pub. L. 105166,  4(c) Apr. 6, 1998 112 Stat. 39 Pub. L. 11081, title II Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 741 Pub. L. 115418,  2(b) Jan. 3, 2019 132 Stat. 5440  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsec. (e), was in the original this Act meaning Pub. L. 10465 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 691 section 1601 of this title Amendments 2019Subsec. (b)(6). Pub. L. 115418 2007Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11081,  201(a)(1) section 1603 of this title section 1603 of this title Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 11081,  201(a)(2)(A) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 11081,  207(a)(2) section 1603(b)(3) of this title Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 11081,  201(a)(2)(B) Subsec. (b)(3). Pub. L. 11081,  201(a)(2)(C) Subsec. (b)(4). Pub. L. 11081,  201(a)(2)(D) Subsec. (b)(5). Pub. L. 11081,  202 Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 11081,  201(b)(6)(A) Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 11081,  201(b)(6)(B) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 11081,  203(a) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 11081,  205 1998Subsec. (c)(3). Pub. L. 105166 section 6033(b)(8) of title 26 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 11081, title II,  203(b) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 744 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to the first semiannual period described in section 5(d)(1) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 [ 2 U.S.C. 1604(d)(1) Sept. 14, 2007 Except as otherwise provided, amendment by Pub. L. 11081 Jan. 1, 2008 Jan. 1, 2008 section 215 of Pub. L. 11081 section 30104 of Title 52 Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 24 of Pub. L. 10465 section 1601 of this title  1605. Disclosure and enforcement (a) In general The Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House of Representatives shall (1) provide guidance and assistance on the registration and reporting requirements of this chapter and develop common standards, rules, and procedures for compliance with this chapter; (2) review, and, where necessary, verify and inquire to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of registration and reports; (3) develop filing, coding, and cross-indexing systems to carry out the purpose of this chapter, including (A) a publicly available list of all registered lobbyists, lobbying firms, and their clients; and (B) computerized systems designed to minimize the burden of filing and maximize public access to materials filed under this chapter; (4) make available for public inspection and copying at reasonable times the registrations and reports filed under this chapter and, in the case of a report filed in electronic form under section 1604(e) of this title (5) retain registrations for a period of at least 6 years after they are terminated and reports for a period of at least 6 years after they are filed; (6) compile and summarize, with respect to each quarterly period, the information contained in registrations and reports filed with respect to such period in a clear and complete manner; (7) notify any lobbyist or lobbying firm in writing that may be in noncompliance with this chapter; (8) notify the United States Attorney for the District of Columbia that a lobbyist or lobbying firm may be in noncompliance with this chapter, if the registrant has been notified in writing and has failed to provide an appropriate response within 60 days after notice was given under paragraph (7); (9) maintain all registrations and reports filed under this chapter, and make them available to the public over the Internet, without a fee or other access charge, in a searchable, sortable, and downloadable manner, to the extent technically practicable, that (A) includes the information contained in the registrations and reports; (B) is searchable and sortable to the maximum extent practicable, including searchable and sortable by each of the categories of information described in section 1603(b) or 1604(b) of this title; and (C) provides electronic links or other appropriate mechanisms to allow users to obtain relevant information in the database of the Federal Election Commission; (10) retain the information contained in a registration or report filed under this chapter for a period of 6 years after the registration or report (as the case may be) is filed; and (11) make publicly available, on a semiannual basis, the aggregate number of registrants referred to the United States Attorney for the District of Columbia for noncompliance as required by paragraph (8). (b) Enforcement report (1) Report The Attorney General shall report to the congressional committees referred to in paragraph (2), after the end of each semiannual period beginning on January 1 and July 1, the aggregate number of enforcement actions taken by the Department of Justice under this chapter during that semiannual period and, by case, any sentences imposed, except that such report shall not include the names of individuals, or personally identifiable information, that is not already a matter of public record. (2) Committees The congressional committees referred to in paragraph (1) are the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate and the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives. ( Pub. L. 10465,  6 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 698 Pub. L. 11081, title II Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 742  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act meaning Pub. L. 10465 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 691 section 1601 of this title Amendments 2007 Pub. L. 11081,  210 Par. (4). Pub. L. 11081,  209(b) section 1604(e) of this title Par. (6). Pub. L. 11081,  201(b)(3) Pars. (9), (10). Pub. L. 11081,  209(a) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Except as otherwise provided, amendment by Pub. L. 11081 Jan. 1, 2008 Jan. 1, 2008 section 215 of Pub. L. 11081 section 30104 of Title 52 Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 24 of Pub. L. 10465 section 1601 of this title  1606. Penalties (a) Civil penalty Whoever knowingly fails to (1) remedy a defective filing within 60 days after notice of such a defect by the Secretary of the Senate or the Clerk of the House of Representatives; or (2) comply with any other provision of this chapter; shall, upon proof of such knowing violation by a preponderance of the evidence, be subject to a civil fine of not more than $200,000, depending on the extent and gravity of the violation. (b) Criminal penalty Whoever knowingly and corruptly fails to comply with any provision of this chapter shall be imprisoned for not more than 5 years or fined under title 18, or both. ( Pub. L. 10465,  7 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 699 Pub. L. 11081, title II,  211(a) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 749  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act meaning Pub. L. 10465 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 691 section 1601 of this title Amendments 2007 Pub. L. 11081 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 11081, title II,  211(b) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 749 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply to any violation committed on or after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Sept. 14, 2007 Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 24 of Pub. L. 10465 section 1601 of this title  1607. Rules of construction (a) Constitutional rights Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit or interfere with (1) the right to petition the Government for the redress of grievances; (2) the right to express a personal opinion; or (3) the right of association, protected by the first amendment to the Constitution. (b) Prohibition of activities Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit, or to authorize any court to prohibit, lobbying activities or lobbying contacts by any person or entity, regardless of whether such person or entity is in compliance with the requirements of this chapter. (c) Audit and investigations Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to grant general audit or investigative authority to the Secretary of the Senate or the Clerk of the House of Representatives. ( Pub. L. 10465,  8 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 699  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act meaning Pub. L. 10465 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 691 section 1601 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 24 of Pub. L. 10465 section 1601 of this title  1608. Severability  If any provision of this chapter, or the application thereof, is held invalid, the validity of the remainder of this chapter and the application of such provision to other persons and circumstances shall not be affected thereby. ( Pub. L. 10465,  13 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 701  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act meaning Pub. L. 10465 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 691 section 1601 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 24 of Pub. L. 10465 section 1601 of this title  1609. Identification of clients and covered officials (a) Oral lobbying contacts Any person or entity that makes an oral lobbying contact with a covered legislative branch official or a covered executive branch official shall, on the request of the official at the time of the lobbying contact (1) state whether the person or entity is registered under this chapter and identify the client on whose behalf the lobbying contact is made; and (2) state whether such client is a foreign entity and identify any foreign entity required to be disclosed under section 1603(b)(4) of this title (b) Written lobbying contacts Any person or entity registered under this chapter that makes a written lobbying contact (including an electronic communication) with a covered legislative branch official or a covered executive branch official shall (1) if the client on whose behalf the lobbying contact was made is a foreign entity, identify such client, state that the client is considered a foreign entity under this chapter, and state whether the person making the lobbying contact is registered on behalf of that client under section 1603 of this title (2) identify any other foreign entity identified pursuant to section 1603(b)(4) of this title (c) Identification as covered official Upon request by a person or entity making a lobbying contact, the individual who is contacted or the office employing that individual shall indicate whether or not the individual is a covered legislative branch official or a covered executive branch official. ( Pub. L. 10465,  14 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 702  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (a)(1) and (b), was in the original this Act meaning Pub. L. 10465 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 691 section 1601 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 24 of Pub. L. 10465 section 1601 of this title  1610. Estimates based on tax reporting system (a) Entities covered by section 6033(b) of title 26 A person, other than a lobbying firm, that is required to report and does report lobbying expenditures pursuant to section 6033(b)(8) of title 26 (1) make a good faith estimate (by category of dollar value) of applicable amounts that would be required to be disclosed under such section for the appropriate quarterly period to meet the requirements of sections 1603(a)(3) and 1604(b)(4) of this title; and (2) for all other purposes consider as lobbying contacts and lobbying activities only (A) lobbying contacts with covered legislative branch officials (as defined in section 1602(4) of this title (B) lobbying of Federal executive branch officials to the extent that such activities are influencing legislation as defined in section 4911(d) of title 26 (b) Entities covered by section 162(e) of title 26 A person, other than a lobbying firm, who is required to account and does account for lobbying expenditures pursuant to section 162(e) of title 26 (1) make a good faith estimate (by category of dollar value) of applicable amounts that would not be deductible pursuant to such section for the appropriate quarterly period to meet the requirements of sections 1603(a)(3) and 1604(b)(4) of this title; and (2) for all other purposes consider as lobbying contacts and lobbying activities only (A) lobbying contacts with covered legislative branch officials (as defined in section 1602(4) of this title (B) lobbying of Federal executive branch officials to the extent that amounts paid or costs incurred in connection with such activities are not deductible pursuant to section 162(e) of title 26 (c) Disclosure of estimate Any registrant that elects to make estimates required by this chapter under the procedures authorized by subsection (a) or (b) for reporting or threshold purposes shall (1) inform the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House of Representatives that the registrant has elected to make its estimates under such procedures; and (2) make all such estimates, in a given calendar year, under such procedures. (d) Study Not later than March 31, 1997 (1) the differences between the definition of lobbying activities in section 1602(7) of this title (2) the impact that any such differences may have on filing and reporting under this chapter pursuant to this subsection; and (3) any changes to this chapter or to the appropriate sections of title 26 that the Comptroller General may recommend to harmonize the definitions. ( Pub. L. 10465,  15 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 702 Pub. L. 105166,  4(a) Apr. 6, 1998 112 Stat. 38 Pub. L. 11081, title II,  201(b)(4) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 742  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (c) and (d)(2), (3), was in the original this Act meaning Pub. L. 10465 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 691 section 1601 of this title Amendments 2007Subsecs. (a)(1), (b)(1). Pub. L. 11081 1998Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 105166,  4(a)(1) Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 105166,  4(a)(2) section 1602(7) of this title section 4911(d) of title 26 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 105166,  4(b)(1) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 105166,  4(b)(2) section 1602(7) of this title section 162(e) of title 26 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Except as otherwise provided, amendment by Pub. L. 11081 Jan. 1, 2008 Jan. 1, 2008 section 215 of Pub. L. 11081 section 30104 of Title 52 Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 24 of Pub. L. 10465 section 1601 of this title  1611. Exempt organizations  An organization described in section 501(c)(4) of title 26 ( Pub. L. 10465,  18 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 703 Pub. L. 10499, title I,  129(a) Jan. 26, 1996 110 Stat. 34  Editorial Notes Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 10499 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1996 Amendment Pub. L. 10499, title I,  129(b) Jan. 26, 1996 110 Stat. 34 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect as if included in the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 [ Pub. L. 10465 Dec. 19, 1995 [For provision that notwithstanding section 106 of Pub. L. 10499 110 Stat. 27 section 129 of Pub. L. 10499 Pub. L. 104134 section 21103 of Pub. L. 104134 section 2001 of this title Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 24 of Pub. L. 10465 section 1601 of this title  1612. Sense of Senate that lobbying expenses should remain nondeductible (a) Findings The Senate finds that ordinary Americans generally are not allowed to deduct the costs of communicating with their elected representatives. (b) Sense of Senate It is the sense of the Senate that lobbying expenses should not be tax deductible. ( Pub. L. 10465,  23 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 705  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 1, 1996 section 24 of Pub. L. 10465 section 1601 of this title  1613. Prohibition on provision of gifts or travel by registered lobbyists to Members of Congress and to congressional employees (a) Prohibition Any person described in subsection (b) may not make a gift or provide travel to a covered legislative branch official if the person has knowledge that the gift or travel may not be accepted by that covered legislative branch official under the Rules of the House of Representatives or the Standing Rules of the Senate (as the case may be). (b) Persons subject to prohibition The persons subject to the prohibition under subsection (a) are any lobbyist that is registered or is required to register under section 1603(a)(1) of this title section 1603(a)(2) of this title ( Pub. L. 10465,  25 Pub. L. 11081, title II,  206(a) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 747  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 11081, title II,  206(b) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 747 The amendment made by this section [enacting this section] shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Sept. 14, 2007  1614. Annual audits and reports by Comptroller General (a) Audit On an annual basis, the Comptroller General shall audit the extent of compliance or noncompliance with the requirements of this chapter by lobbyists, lobbying firms, and registrants through a random sampling of publicly available lobbying registrations and reports filed under this chapter during each calendar year. (b) Reports to Congress (1) Annual reports Not later than April 1 of each year, the Comptroller General shall submit to the Congress a report on the review required by subsection (a) for the preceding calendar year. The report shall include the Comptroller Generals assessment of the matters required to be emphasized by that subsection and any recommendations of the Comptroller General to (A) improve the compliance by lobbyists, lobbying firms, and registrants with the requirements of this chapter; and (B) provide the Department of Justice with the resources and authorities needed for the effective enforcement of this chapter. (2) Assessment of compliance The annual report under paragraph (1) shall include an assessment of compliance by registrants with the requirements of section 1603(b)(3) of this title (c) Access to information The Comptroller General may, in carrying out this section, request information from and access to any relevant documents from any person registered under paragraph (1) or (2) of section 1603(a) of this title section 1603(b)(6) of this title section 1604(b)(2)(C) of this title ( Pub. L. 10465,  26 Pub. L. 11081, title II,  213(a) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 750  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (a) and (b)(1), was in the original this Act meaning Pub. L. 10465 Dec. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 691 section 1601 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 11081, title II,  213(b) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 750 The initial audit under subsection (a) of section 26 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 [ 2 U.S.C. 1614(a) CHAPTER 27 SOUND RECORDING PRESERVATION BY THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS    SUBCHAPTER INATIONAL RECORDING REGISTRY  Sec.  1701. National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress.  1702. Duties of Librarian of Congress.  1703. Seal of the National Recording Registry.  1704. National Recording Registry Collection of the Library of Congress.  SUBCHAPTER IINATIONAL SOUND RECORDING PRESERVATION PROGRAM  1711. Establishment of program by Librarian of Congress.  1712. Promoting accessibility and public awareness of sound recordings.  SUBCHAPTER IIINATIONAL RECORDING PRESERVATION BOARD  1721. Establishment.  1722. Appointment of members.  1723. Service of members; meetings.  1724. Responsibilities of Board.  1725. General powers of Board.  SUBCHAPTER IVGENERAL PROVISIONS  1741. Definitions.  1742. Staff; experts and consultants.  1743. Authorization of appropriations. SUBCHAPTER I NATIONAL RECORDING REGISTRY  1701. National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress  The Librarian of Congress shall establish the National Recording Registry for the purpose of maintaining and preserving sound recordings that are culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant. ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  101 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2085  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Short Title Pub. L. 106474,  1 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2085 This Act [enacting this chapter and chapter 1524 of Title 36, Patriotic and National Observances, Ceremonies, and Organizations] may be cited as the National Recording Preservation Act of 2000.  1702. Duties of Librarian of Congress (a) Establishment of criteria and procedures For purposes of carrying out this subchapter, the Librarian shall (1) establish criteria and procedures under which sound recordings may be included in the National Recording Registry, except that no sound recording shall be eligible for inclusion in the National Recording Registry until 10 years after the recordings creation; (2) establish procedures under which the general public may make recommendations to the National Recording Preservation Board established under subchapter III regarding the inclusion of sound recordings in the National Recording Registry; and (3) determine which sound recordings satisfy the criteria established under paragraph (1) and select such recordings for inclusion in the National Recording Registry. (b) Publication of sound recordings in the Registry The Librarian shall publish in the Federal Register the name of each sound recording that is selected for inclusion in the National Recording Registry. ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  102 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2085  1703. Seal of the National Recording Registry (a) In general The Librarian shall provide a seal to indicate that a sound recording has been included in the National Recording Registry and is the Registry version of that recording. (b) Use of seal The Librarian shall establish guidelines for approval of the use of the seal provided under subsection (a), and shall include in the guidelines the following: (1) The seal may only be used on recording copies of the Registry version of a sound recording. (2) The seal may be used only after the Librarian has given approval to those persons seeking to apply the seal in accordance with the guidelines. (3) In the case of copyrighted mass distributed, broadcast, or published works, only the copyright legal owner or an authorized licensee of that copyright owner may place or authorize the placement of the seal on any recording copy of the Registry version of any sound recording that is maintained in the National Recording Registry Collection in the Library of Congress. (4) Anyone authorized to place the seal on any recording copy of any Registry version of a sound recording may accompany such seal with the following language: This sound recording is selected for inclusion in the National Recording Registry by the Librarian of Congress in consultation with the National Recording Preservation Board of the Library of Congress because of its cultural, historical, or aesthetic significance.. (c) Effective date of the seal The use of the seal provided under subsection (a) with respect to a sound recording shall be effective beginning on the date the Librarian publishes in the Federal Register (in accordance with section 1702(b) of this title (d) Prohibited uses of the seal (1) Prohibition on distribution and exhibition No person may knowingly distribute or exhibit to the public a version of a sound recording or any copy of a sound recording which bears the seal described in subsection (a) if such recording (A) is not included in the National Recording Registry; or (B) is included in the National Recording Registry but has not been approved for use of the seal by the Librarian pursuant to the guidelines established under subsection (b). (2) Prohibition on promotion No person may knowingly use the seal described in subsection (a) to promote any version of a sound recording or recording copy other than a Registry version. (e) Remedies for violations (1) Jurisdiction The several district courts of the United States shall have jurisdiction, for cause shown, to prevent and restrain violations of subsection (d). (2) Relief (A) Removal of seal Except as provided in subparagraph (B), relief for violation of subsection (d) shall be limited to the removal of the seal from the sound recording involved in the violation. (B) Fine and injunctive relief In the case of a pattern or practice of the willful violation of subsection (d), the court may order a civil fine of not more than $10,000 and appropriate injunctive relief. (3) Limitation of remedies The remedies provided in this subsection shall be the exclusive remedies under this chapter, or any other Federal or State law, regarding the use of the seal described in subsection (a). ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  103 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2086  1704. National Recording Registry Collection of the Library of Congress (a) In general All copies of sound recordings on the National Recording Registry that are received by the Librarian under subsection (b) shall be maintained in the Library of Congress and be known as the National Recording Registry Collection of the Library of Congress. The Librarian shall by regulation and in accordance with title 17 provide for reasonable access to the sound recordings and other materials in such collection for scholarly and research purposes. (b) Acquisition of quality copies (1) In general The Librarian shall seek to obtain, by gift from the owner, a quality copy of the Registry version of each sound recording included in the National Recording Registry. (2) Limit on number of copies Not more than one copy of the same version or take of any sound recording may be preserved in the National Recording Registry. Nothing in the preceding sentence may be construed to prohibit the Librarian from making or distributing copies of sound recordings included in the Registry for purposes of carrying out this Act. (c) Property of United States All copies of sound recordings on the National Recording Registry that are received by the Librarian under subsection (b) shall become the property of the United States Government, subject to the provisions of title 17. ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  104 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2087  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in subsec. (b)(2), is Pub. L. 106474 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2085 section 1701 of this title SUBCHAPTER II NATIONAL SOUND RECORDING PRESERVATION PROGRAM  1711. Establishment of program by Librarian of Congress (a) In general The Librarian shall, after consultation with the National Recording Preservation Board established under subchapter III, implement a comprehensive national sound recording preservation program, in conjunction with other sound recording archivists, educators and historians, copyright owners, recording industry representatives, and others involved in activities related to sound recording preservation, and taking into account studies conducted by the Board. (b) Contents of program specified The program established under subsection (a) shall (1) coordinate activities to assure that efforts of archivists and copyright owners, and others in the public and private sector, are effective and complementary; (2) generate public awareness of and support for these activities; (3) increase accessibility of sound recordings for educational purposes; (4) undertake studies and investigations of sound recording preservation activities as needed, including the efficacy of new technologies, and recommend solutions to improve these practices; and (5) utilize the audiovisual conservation center of the Library of Congress at Culpeper, Virginia, to ensure that preserved sound recordings included in the National Recording Registry are stored in a proper manner and disseminated to researchers, scholars, and the public as may be appropriate in accordance with title 17 and the terms of any agreements between the Librarian and persons who hold copyrights to such recordings. ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  111 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2087  1712. Promoting accessibility and public awareness of sound recordings  The Librarian shall carry out activities to make sound recordings included in the National Recording Registry more broadly accessible for research and educational purposes and to generate public awareness and support of the Registry and the comprehensive national sound recording preservation program established under this subchapter. ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  112 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2088 SUBCHAPTER III NATIONAL RECORDING PRESERVATION BOARD  1721. Establishment  The Librarian shall establish in the Library of Congress a National Recording Preservation Board whose members shall be selected in accordance with the procedures described in section 1722 of this title ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  121 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2088  1722. Appointment of members (a) Selections from lists submitted by organizations (1) In general The Librarian shall request each organization described in paragraph (2) to submit a list of three candidates qualified to serve as a member of the Board. The Librarian shall appoint one member from each such list, and shall designate from that list an alternate who may attend at Board expense those meetings which the individual appointed to the Board cannot attend. (2) Organizations described The organizations described in this paragraph are as follows: (A) National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS). (B) Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). (C) Association for Recorded Sound Collections (ARSC). (D) American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP). (E) Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI). (F) Songwriters Association (SESAC). (G) American Federation of Musicians (AF of M). (H) Music Library Association. (I) American Musicological Society. (J) National Archives and Record Administration. (K) National Association of Recording Merchandisers (NARM). (L) Society for Ethnomusicology. (M) American Folklore Society. (N) Country Music Foundation. (O) Audio Engineering Society (AES). (P) National Academy of Popular Music. (Q) Digital Media Association (DiMA). (b) Other members In addition to the members appointed under subsection (a), the Librarian may appoint not more than five members-at-large. The Librarian shall select an alternate for each member-at-large, who may attend at Board expense those meetings that the member-at-large cannot attend. (c) Chair The Librarian shall appoint one member of the Board to serve as Chair. (d) Term of office (1) Terms The term of each member of the Board shall be 4 years, except that there shall be no limit to the number of terms that any individual member may serve. (2) Removal of members The Librarian shall have the authority to remove any member of the Board if the member fails, after receiving proper notification, to attend (or send a designated alternate to attend) a regularly scheduled Board meeting, or if the member is determined by the Librarian to have substantially failed to fulfill the members responsibilities as a member of the Board. (3) Vacancies A vacancy in the Board shall be filled in the manner in which the original appointment was made under subsection (a), except that the Librarian may fill the vacancy from a list of candidates previously submitted by the organization or organizations involved. Any member appointed to fill a vacancy shall be appointed for the remainder of the term of the members predecessor. ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  122 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2088 Pub. L. 110336,  2(a)(2) Oct. 2, 2008 122 Stat. 3726  Editorial Notes Amendments 2008Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 110336  1723. Service of members; meetings (a) Reimbursement of expenses Members of the Board shall serve without pay, but may receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with sections 5702 and 5703 of title 5. (b) Conflict of interest The Librarian shall establish rules and procedures to address any potential conflict of interest between a member of the Board and responsibilities of the Board. (c) Meetings The Board shall meet at least once each fiscal year. Meetings shall be at the call of the Librarian. (d) Quorum Eleven members of the Board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  123 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2089  1724. Responsibilities of Board (a) Review and recommendation of nominations for National Recording Registry (1) In general The Board shall review nominations of sound recordings submitted to it for inclusion in the National Recording Registry and advise the Librarian, as provided in subchapter I, with respect to the inclusion of such recordings in the Registry and the preservation of these and other sound recordings that are culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant. (2) Source of nominations The Board shall consider for inclusion in the National Recording Registry nominations submitted by the general public as well as representatives of sound recording archives and the sound recording industry (such as the guilds and societies representing sound recording artists) and other creative artists. (b) Study and report on sound recording preservation and restoration The Board shall conduct a study and issue a report on the following issues: (1) The current state of sound recording archiving, preservation and restoration activities. (2) Taking into account the research and other activities carried out by or on behalf of the National Audio-Visual Conservation Center at Culpeper, Virginia (A) the methodology and standards needed to make the transition from analog open reel preservation of sound recordings to digital preservation of sound recordings; and (B) standards for access to preserved sound recordings by researchers, educators, and other interested parties. (3) The establishment of clear standards for copying old sound recordings (including equipment specifications and equalization guidelines). (4) Current laws and restrictions regarding the use of archives of sound recordings, including recommendations for changes in such laws and restrictions to enable the Library of Congress and other nonprofit institutions in the field of sound recording preservation to make their collections available to researchers in a digital format. (5) Copyright and other laws applicable to the preservation of sound recordings. ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  124 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2089  1725. General powers of Board (a) In general The Board may, for the purpose of carrying out its duties, hold such hearings, sit and act at such times and places, take such testimony, and receive such evidence, as the Librarian and the Board consider appropriate. (b) Service on Foundation Two sitting members of the Board shall be appointed by the Librarian and shall serve as members of the board of directors of the National Recording Preservation Foundation, in accordance with section 152403 of title 36 ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  125 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2090 SUBCHAPTER IV GENERAL PROVISIONS  1741. Definitions As used in this chapter: (1) The term Librarian means the Librarian of Congress. (2) The term Board means the National Recording Preservation Board. (3) The term sound recording has the meaning given such term in section 101 of title 17 (4) The term publication has the meaning given such term in section 101 of title 17 (5) The term Registry version means, with respect to a sound recording, the version of a recording first published or offered for mass distribution whether as a publication or a broadcast, or as complete a version as bona fide preservation and restoration activities by the Librarian, an archivist other than the Librarian, or the copyright legal owner can compile in those cases where the original material has been irretrievably lost or the recording is unpublished. ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  131 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2090  1742. Staff; experts and consultants (a) Staff The Librarian may appoint and fix the pay of such personnel as the Librarian considers appropriate to carry out this chapter. (b) Experts and consultants The Librarian may, in carrying out this chapter, procure temporary and intermittent services under section 3109(b) of title 5 ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  132 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2091  Editorial Notes  References in Text The General Schedule, referred to in subsec. (b), is set out under section 5332 of Title 5  1743. Authorization of appropriations  There are authorized to be appropriated to the Librarian for the first fiscal year beginning on or after November 9, 2000 ( Pub. L. 106474, title I,  133 Nov. 9, 2000 114 Stat. 2091 Pub. L. 110336,  2(a)(1)(A) Oct. 2, 2008 122 Stat. 3726 Pub. L. 114217,  2(a) July 29, 2016 130 Stat. 840  Editorial Notes Amendments 2016 Pub. L. 114217 2008 Pub. L. 110336 November 9, 2000 November 9, 2000 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2008 Amendment Pub. L. 110336,  2(a)(1)(B) Oct. 2, 2008 122 Stat. 3726 The amendment made by subparagraph (A) [amending this section] shall take effect as if included in the enactment of the National Recording Preservation Act of 2000 [ Pub. L. 106474 CHAPTER 28 ARCHITECT OF THE CAPITOL    SUBCHAPTER IGENERAL  Sec.  1801. Appointment.  1802. Compensation.  1803. Delegation of authority.  1804. Deputy Architect of the Capitol to act in case of absence, disability, or vacancy.  1805. Deputy Architect of the Capitol.  1806 1807. Repealed.  1808. Inspector General of the Architect of the Capitol.  SUBCHAPTER IIGENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES  1811. Powers and duties.  1812. Care and superintendence of Capitol.  1813. Exterior of Capitol.  1814. Repairs of Capitol.  1815. Repealed.  1816. Construction contracts.  1816a. Design-build contracts.  1817. Transfer of discontinued apparatus to other branches.  1817a. Disposition of surplus or obsolete personal property.  1818. Rental or lease of storage space.  1819. Computer backup facilities for legislative offices.  1820. Acquisition of real property for Capitol Police.  1821. Small purchase contracting authority.  1822. Leasing of space.  1823. Acquisition of real property for Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.  1823a. Acquisition of real property for Library of Congress.  1824. Energy and environmental measures in Capitol Complex Master Plan.  1824a. Recyclable materials.  1825. Repealed.  1826. Easements for rights-of-way.  1827. Support and maintenance during emergencies.  SUBCHAPTER IIIPERSONNEL  Part AGeneral  1831. Human resources program.  1832. Assignment and reassignment of personnel.  1833. Lighting, heating, and ventilating House of Representatives.  1834. Heating and ventilating Senate wing.  1835. Interagency details.  Part BCompensation  1841. Single per annum gross rates of pay.  1842. Conversion of existing pay rates.  1843. Obsolete references.  1844. Savings provisions.  1845. Effect on existing law.  1846. Exemptions.  1847. Authorization to fix basic rate of compensation for certain positions.  1848. Compensation of certain positions in Office of Architect of the Capitol.  1849. Compensation of certain positions under jurisdiction of Architect of the Capitol.  1850. Compensation of registered nurses.  1851. Gratuities for survivors of deceased employees.  1852. Withholding and remittance of State income tax.  1853. Exemption of officers and employees of Architect of Capitol from certain Federal pay provisions.  1854. Overtime compensation for certain employees of Architect of Capitol.  SUBCHAPTER IVAPPROPRIATIONS AND EXPENDITURES  1861. Appropriations under control of Architect of the Capitol.  1862. Transfer of funds.  1862a. Use of construction project funds to reimburse Capitol Police for related overtime costs.  1862b. Transfer of amounts appropriated for Architect of the Capitol under House Office Buildings.  1863. Funds out of Contingent Expenses, Architect of the Capitol Appropriation.  1864. Funds out of Capitol Buildings, Architect of the Capitol Appropriation.  1865. Capitol Police Buildings and Grounds Account.  1866. Certification of vouchers.  1867. Advancement and reimbursement of expenses for flying American flags and providing certification services therefor.  1868. Semiannual compilation and report of expenditures.  1868a. Semiannual report of disbursements.  1869. Advance payments.  1870. House Historic Buildings Revitalization Trust Fund.  1871. Expired appropriations available for deposit into Employees Compensation Fund.  1872. Use of expired funds for unemployment compensation payments.  1873. Acceptance of travel expenses from non-Federal sources.  SUBCHAPTER VCAPITOL-FLOWN FLAGS FOR FAMILIES OF FALLEN HEROES  1881. Definitions.  1881a. Providing Capitol-flown flags for families of fallen heroes.  1881b. Regulations and procedures.  1881c. Authorization of appropriations.  1881d. Effective date. SUBCHAPTER I GENERAL  1801. Appointment (a) (1) The Architect of the Capitol shall be appointed by the President by and with the advice and consent of the Senate for a term of 10 years. (2) There is established a commission to recommend individuals to the President for appointment to the office of Architect of the Capitol. The commission shall be composed of (A) the Speaker of the House of Representatives, (B) the President pro tempore of the Senate, (C) the majority and minority leaders of the House of Representatives and the Senate, and (D) the chairmen and the ranking minority members of the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate. The commission shall recommend at least three individuals for appointment to such office. (3) An individual appointed Architect of the Capitol under paragraph (1) shall be eligible for reappointment to such office. (b) Subsection (a) shall be effective in the case of appointments made to fill vacancies in the office of Architect of the Capitol which occur on or after November 21, 1989 November 21, 1989 ( Pub. L. 101163, title III,  319 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1068 Pub. L. 10419, title I,  701 July 27, 1995 109 Stat. 220  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 1621 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Prior Provisions Act Aug. 15, 1876, ch. 287 19 Stat. 147 Act Mar. 2, 1867, ch. 167,  2 14 Stat. 466 section 1811 of this title Act Sept. 30, 1850, ch. 90,  1 9 Stat. 538 Act Mar. 3, 1829, ch. 51,  2 4 Stat. 363 Act May 2, 1828, ch. 45,  3 4 Stat. 266 act April 29, 1816, ch. 150,  2 3 Stat. 324 Amendments 1995Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 10419,  701(1) Subsec. (a)(2)(D). Pub. L. 10419,  701(3) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10419,  701(1) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 The name of Superintendent of the Capitol Building and Grounds was changed to Architect of the Capitol by Act Mar. 3, 1921, ch. 124 41 Stat. 1291 Mar. 3, 1921 The name of Architect of the Capitol was changed to Superintendent of the Capitol Building and Grounds, by act Feb. 14, 1902, ch. 17 32 Stat. 20 Short Title of 2016 Amendment Pub. L. 114156,  1 May 16, 2016 130 Stat. 391 This Act [enacting subchapter V of this chapter] may be cited as the Fallen Heroes Flag Act of 2016. Comprehensive Management Study and Response Pub. L. 10768, title I,  129(d) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 580  (1)  Study by comptroller general Not later than November 1, 2002 (2)  Plan by architect in response After the Comptroller General submits the study conducted under paragraph (1) to the Committees referred to in such paragraph, the Architect of the Capitol shall develop and submit to such Committees a management improvement plan which addresses the study and which indicates how the personnel for whom the Architect fixes the rate of basic pay under the amendment made by subsection (c)(1) [amending section 1849 of this title Accounting and Financial Management System Pub. L. 10768, title I,  132 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 581  1802. Compensation  The compensation of the Architect of the Capitol shall be at an annual rate which is equal to the annual rate of basic pay for level II of the Executive Schedule under section 5313 of title 5 ( Pub. L. 96146,  1 Dec. 14, 1979 93 Stat. 1086 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  129(a) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 579 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(D) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775 Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title II,  212(a) Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 526  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 162a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Prior Provisions Prior provisions prescribing the annual rate of compensation of the Architect of the Capitol were contained in the following prior sections 162a of former Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works: Pub. L. 88426, title II,  203(c) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 415 Pub. L. 90206, title II,  219(2) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 639 Pub. L. 9482, title II,  204(b) Aug. 9, 1975 89 Stat. 421 Pub. L. 96146,  1(1) Acts Oct. 15, 1949, ch. 695,  5(a) 63 Stat. 880 Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568,  101 69 Stat. 515 Pub. L. 89554,  8(a) Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 655 Amendments 2022 Pub. L. 117103 section 5313 of title 5 section 4575(f) of this title 2019 Pub. L. 11694 2001 Pub. L. 10768 40 U.S.C. 162a section 5314 of title 5 section 1(1) of Pub. L. 96146 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2022 Amendment Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title II,  212(c) Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 527 This section [amending this section and section 1902 of this title Mar. 15, 2022 Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date of 2001 Amendment Pub. L. 10768, title I,  129(e) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 580 Except as provided in subsections (c)(2) and (d) [enacting provisions set out as notes under sections 1801 and 1849 of this title], this section [amending this section and section 1849 of this title October 1, 2001 Effective Date Pub. L. 96146,  2 Dec. 14, 1979 93 Stat. 1086 The provisions of this Act [enacting this section and section 166b of former Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works] shall take effect on the first day of the first applicable pay period commencing on or after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Dec. 14, 1979 Salary Increases 1987Salary of Architect increased to $82,500 per annum, on recommendation of the President of the United States, see note set out under section 358 of this title 1977Salary of Architect increased to $50,000 per annum, on recommendation of the President of the United States, see note set out under section 358 of this title 1969Salary of Architect increased to $38,000 per annum, on recommendation of the President of the United States, see note set out under section 358 of this title  1803. Delegation of authority  The Architect of the Capitol may delegate the duties and authorities of the Architect to officers and employees of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, as the Architect determines appropriate. ( Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 515 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1205 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 375 Pub. L. 116260, div. O, title VII,  701(a) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 2154  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 163b of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1956. Amendments 2020 Pub. L. 116260 2003 Pub. L. 1087 August 5, 1955  1804. Deputy Architect of the Capitol to act in case of absence, disability, or vacancy  On and after August 18, 1970 ( Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 817 Pub. L. 101163, title I,  106(d) Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1057 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1204 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 374  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 164a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is from Pub. L. 91382 Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation acts: Pub. L. 87730 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 688 Pub. L. 87130 Aug. 10, 1961 75 Stat. 329 Pub. L. 86628 July 12, 1960 74 Stat. 455 Pub. L. 86176 Aug. 21, 1959 73 Stat. 407 Pub. L. 85570 July 31, 1958 72 Stat. 448 Pub. L. 8575 July 1, 1957 71 Stat. 251 June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 365 Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 515 July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 405 Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 327 July 9, 1952, ch. 598 66 Stat. 472 Oct. 11, 1951, ch. 485 65 Stat. 396 Sept. 6, 1950, ch. 896 64 Stat. 602 June 22, 1949, ch. 235 63 Stat. 224 June 14, 1948, ch. 467 62 Stat. 430 July 17, 1947, ch. 262 61 Stat. 369 July 1, 1946, ch. 530 60 Stat. 400 May 18, 1946, ch. 263 60 Stat. 185 June 13, 1945, ch. 189 59 Stat. 251 June 26, 1944, ch. 277 58 Stat. 346 June 28, 1943, ch. 173 57 Stat. 232 June 8, 1942, ch. 396 56 Stat. 341 July 1, 1941, ch. 268 55 Stat. 457 June 18, 1940, ch. 396 54 Stat. 472 June 16, 1939, ch. 208 53 Stat. 831 May 17, 1938, ch. 236 52 Stat. 390 May 18, 1937, ch. 223 50 Stat. 179 Apr. 17, 1936, ch. 233 49 Stat. 1224 July 8, 1935, ch. 374 49 Stat. 469 May 30, 1934, ch. 372 48 Stat. 826 Feb. 28, 1933, ch. 134 47 Stat. 1360 June 30, 1932, ch. 314 47 Stat. 391 Feb. 20, 1931, ch. 234 46 Stat. 1183 June 6, 1930, ch. 407 46 Stat. 513 Amendments 2003 Pub. L. 1087 1989 Pub. L. 101163  1805. Deputy Architect of the Capitol (a) Establishment of Deputy Architect of the Capitol The Architect of the Capitol shall appoint a suitable individual to be the Deputy Architect of the Capitol. The Architect may delegate to the Deputy Architect such duties as the Architect determines are necessary or appropriate. (b) Compensation The Deputy Architect of the Capitol shall be paid at an annual rate of pay to be determined by the Architect but not to exceed $1,500 less than the annual rate of pay for the Architect of the Capitol. ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1203 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 373 Pub. L. 10811, title II,  2601(a) Apr. 16, 2003 117 Stat. 599 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 111316,  1(b) Dec. 18, 2010 124 Stat. 3452 Pub. L. 116260, div. O, title VII,  701(b) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 2154  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of Pub. L. 1087 Amendments 2020 Pub. L. 116260,  701(b)(1) Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 116260,  701(b)(2) February 20, 2003 Subsecs. (b) to (h). Pub. L. 116260,  701(b)(3) Subsecs. (i), (j). Pub. L. 116260,  702(b)(5) Oct. 1, 2006 2010Subsec. (e)(3). Pub. L. 111316 section 1849(a) of this title 2004Subsecs. (f), (j). Pub. L. 108271 2003Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10811 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Pub. L. 111316,  1(c) Dec. 18, 2010 124 Stat. 3452 The amendments made by this section [amending this section and section 1849 of this title Dec. 18, 2010 Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 10811, title II,  2601(b) Apr. 16, 2003 117 Stat. 599 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect as if included in the enactment of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003 [ Pub. L. 1087, div. H  1806. Repealed. Pub. L. 110437, title II,  202(e)(2) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4987   Section, Pub. L. 11028, title VI,  6701 May 25, 2007 121 Stat. 182  1807. Repealed. Pub. L. 110437, title II,  204(b)(2) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4988   Section, Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1309 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2244  1808. Inspector General of the Architect of the Capitol (a) Short title This section may be cited as the Architect of the Capitol Inspector General Act of 2007. (b) Office of Inspector General There is an Office of Inspector General within the Office of the Architect of the Capitol which is an independent objective office to (1) conduct and supervise audits and investigations relating to the Architect of the Capitol; (2) provide leadership and coordination and recommend policies to promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness; and (3) provide a means of keeping the Architect of the Capitol and the Congress fully and currently informed about problems and deficiencies relating to the administration of programs and operations of the Architect of the Capitol. (c) Appointment of Inspector General; supervision; removal; pay; limits on bonuses; counsel (1) Appointment and supervision (A) In general There shall be at the head of the Office of Inspector General, an Inspector General who shall be appointed by the Architect of the Capitol, in consultation with the Inspectors General of the Library of Congress, Government Publishing Office, Government Accountability Office, and United States Capitol Police. The appointment shall be made without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of integrity and demonstrated ability in accounting, auditing, financial analysis, law, management analysis, public administration, or investigations. The Inspector General shall report to, and be under the general supervision of, the Architect of the Capitol. (B) Audits, investigations, reports, and other duties and responsibilities The Architect of the Capitol shall have no authority to prevent or prohibit the Inspector General from (i) initiating, carrying out, or completing any audit or investigation; (ii) issuing any subpoena during the course of any audit or investigation; (iii) issuing any report; or (iv) carrying out any other duty or responsibility of the Inspector General under this section. (2) Removal or transfer (A) In general The Inspector General may be removed from office, or transferred to another position within, or another location of, the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, by the Architect of the Capitol. (B) Notice Not later than 30 days before the Architect of the Capitol removes or transfers the Inspector General under subparagraph (A), the Architect of the Capitol shall communicate in writing the reason for the removal or transfer to (i) the Committee on House Administration and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives; and (ii) the Committee on Rules and Administration and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate. (C) Applicability Nothing in this paragraph shall prohibit a personnel action (except for removal or transfer) that is otherwise authorized by law. (3) Compensation The Inspector General shall be paid at an annual rate of pay equal to $1,500 less than the annual rate of pay of the Architect of the Capitol. (4) No bonuses The Inspector General may not receive any cash award or cash bonus, including a cash award under chapter 45 of title 5. (5) Counsel The Inspector General shall, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations governing selections, appointments, and employment at the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, obtain legal advice from a counsel reporting directly to the Inspector General or another Inspector General. (d) Duties, responsibilities, authority, and reports (1) In general Sections 404, 405 (other than subsections (b)(13) and (f)(1)(B) thereof), 406 (other than subsection (a)(7) and (8) thereof), and 407 of title 5 shall apply to the Inspector General of the Architect of the Capitol and the Office of such Inspector General and such sections shall be applied to the Office of the Architect of the Capitol and the Architect of the Capitol by substituting (A) Office of the Architect of the Capitol for establishment; and (B) Architect of the Capitol for head of the establishment. (2) Employees (A) In general The Inspector General, in carrying out this section, is authorized, without the supervision or approval of any other employee, office, or other entity within the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, to select, appoint, and employ such officers and employees (including consultants) as may be necessary for carrying out the functions, powers, and duties of the Office of Inspector General subject to the provisions of law governing selections, appointments, and employment in the Office of the Architect of the Capitol. (B) Security and suitability Appointments under the authority under subparagraph (A) shall be made consistent with personnel security and suitability requirements. (C) Consultants Any appointment of a consultant under the authority under subparagraph (A) shall be made consistent with section 6(a)(8) of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.). 1 1 (3) Law enforcement authority (A) In general Subject to subparagraph (B), any supervisory special agent under the Inspector General and any special agent supervised by such a supervisory special agent is authorized to (i) make an arrest without a warrant while engaged in official duties as authorized under this section or any other statute for any offense against the United States committed in the presence of such supervisory special agent or special agent, or for any felony cognizable under the laws of the United States if such supervisory special agent or special agent has reasonable grounds to believe that the person to be arrested has committed or is committing such felony; (ii) seek and execute warrants for arrest, search of a premises, or seizure of evidence issued under the authority of the United States upon probable cause to believe that a violation has been committed; and (iii) carry a firearm while engaged in official duties as authorized under this section or any other statute. (B) Requirements to exercise authority (i) Required certification (I) In general In order to exercise the authority under subparagraph (A), a supervisory special agent or a special agent supervised by such a supervisory special agent shall certify that he or she (aa) is a citizen of the United States; (bb) has successfully completed a basic law enforcement training program or military or other equivalent; and (cc) is not prohibited from receiving a firearm under Federal law, including under section 922(g)(9) of title 18 (II) Additional requirements After providing notice to the appropriate committees of Congress, the Inspector General may add requirements to the certification required under subclause (I), as determined appropriate by the Inspector General. (ii) Maintenance of requirements The Inspector General shall maintain firearms-related requirements (including quarterly firearms qualifications) and use of force training requirements that, except to the extent the Inspector General determines necessary to effectively carry out the duties of the Office of the Inspector General, are in accordance with the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency use of force policies, which incorporate Department of Justice guidelines. (iii) Eligibility determination (I) In general The Inspector General shall (aa) determine whether an individual meets the requirements under this paragraph; and (bb) revoke any authority granted to an individual under subparagraph (A) if the individual is not in compliance with the requirements of this paragraph. (II) Reauthorization The Inspector General may reauthorize an individual to exercise the authority granted under subparagraph (A) if the Inspector General determines the individual has achieved compliance with the requirements under this paragraph. (III) Limitation on appeal A revocation of the authority granted under subparagraph (A) shall not be subject to administrative, judicial, or other review, unless the revocation results in an adverse action. Such an adverse action may, at the election of the applicable individual, be reviewed in accordance with the otherwise applicable procedures. (C) Semiannual certification of program (i) In general Before the first grant of authority under subparagraph (A), and semiannually thereafter as part of the report under section 5 of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.), 1 (ii) Suspension of authority The authority granted under this paragraph (including any grant of authority to an individual under subparagraph (A), without regard to whether the individual is in compliance with subparagraph (B)) may be suspended by the Inspector General if the Office of Inspector General fails to comply with the reporting and review requirements under clause (i) of this subparagraph or subparagraph (D). Any suspension of authority under this clause shall be reported to the appropriate committees of Congress. (D) Peer review To ensure the proper exercise of the law enforcement powers authorized under this paragraph, the Office of Inspector General shall submit to and participate in the external review process established by the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency for ensuring that adequate internal safeguards and management procedures continue to exist. Under the review process, the exercise of the law enforcement powers by the Office of Inspector General shall be reviewed periodically by another Office of Inspector General or by a committee of Inspectors General. The results of each review shall be communicated in writing to the Inspector General, the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency, and the appropriate committees of Congress. (E) Alleged misconduct Any allegation of misconduct by an individual granted authority under subparagraph (A) may be reviewed by the Integrity Committee of the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency. (F) Appropriate committees of Congress In this paragraph, the term appropriate committees of Congress means (i) the Committee on Rules and Administration and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and (ii) the Committee on House Administration and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (4) Budget independence The Architect of the Capitol shall include the annual budget request of the Inspector General in the budget of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol without change. (e) Transfers All functions, personnel, and budget resources of the Office of the Inspector General of the Architect of the Capitol as in effect before the effective date of this section are transferred to the Office of Inspector General described under subsection (b). (f) References References in any other Federal law, Executive order, rule, regulation, or delegation of authority, or any document of or relating to the Inspector General of the Architect of the Capitol shall be deemed to refer to the Inspector General as set forth under this section. (g) First appointment By the date occurring 180 days after December 26, 2007 (h) Effective date (1) In general Except as provided under paragraph (2), this section shall take effect 180 days after December 26, 2007 (2) First appointment Subsection (g) shall take effect on December 26, 2007 December 26, 2007 ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1301 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2240 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(b) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537 Pub. L. 11694, div. P, title XVI Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 3210 Pub. L. 117286,  4(b)(3) Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4342  Editorial Notes  References in Text Sections 5 and 6(a)(8) of the Inspector General Act of 1978, referred to in subsec. (d)(2)(C), (3)(C)(i), are sections 5 and 6(a)(8) of Pub. L. 95452 Pub. L. 117286 Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4212 Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2008, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008. Amendments 2022Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 117286 2019Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 11694,  1602(b)(1) Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 11694,  1602(b)(2) Subsec. (c)(4), (5). Pub. L. 11694,  1602(b)(3) Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 11694,  1605(b) Subsec. (d)(3). Pub. L. 11694,  1603(b) Subsec. (d)(4). Pub. L. 11694,  1604(b) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Government Publishing Office substituted for Government Printing Office in subsec. (c)(1)(A) on authority of section 1301(b) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44 SUBCHAPTER II GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES  1811. Powers and duties  The Architect of the Capitol shall perform all the duties relative to the Capitol Building performed prior to August 15, 1876 Provided ( Aug. 15, 1876, ch. 287 19 Stat. 147 Feb. 14, 1902, ch. 17 32 Stat. 20 Mar. 3, 1921, ch. 124 41 Stat. 1291  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 162 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is a composite of the acts of Aug. 15, 1876 Feb. 14, 1902 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Change of name of Architect of the Capitol, functions abolished, transferred, etc., by prior acts, see Prior Provisions and Change of Name notes set out under section 1801 of this title Transfer to Architect of the Capitol Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  1202 Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1129  (a)  Transfer To the extent that the Director of the National Park Service has jurisdiction and control over any portion of the area described in subsection (b) and any monument or other facility which is located within such area, such jurisdiction and control is hereby transferred to the Architect of the Capitol as of the date of the enactment of this Act [ Dec. 23, 2011 (b)  Area Described The area described in this subsection is the property which is bounded on the north by Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, on the east by First Street Northwest and First Street Southwest, on the south by Maryland Avenue Southwest, and on the west by Third Street Southwest and Third Street Northwest. Acquisition of Property by Architect of the Capitol Pub. L. 10768, title I,  128 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 579 Notwithstanding any other provision of law and subject to the availability of appropriations, the Architect of the Capitol is authorized to secure, through multi-year rental, lease, or other appropriate agreement, the property located at 67 K Street, S.W., Washington, D.C., for use of Legislative Branch agencies, and to incur any necessary incidental expenses including maintenance, alterations, and repairs in connection therewith: Provided  1812. Care and superintendence of Capitol  The Architect of the Capitol shall on and after March 3, 1977 ( Aug. 15, 1876, ch. 287 19 Stat. 147 Mar. 3, 1877, ch. 102 19 Stat. 298 Oct. 31, 1951, ch. 654,  3(14) 65 Stat. 708  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 163 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 The first sentence of this section is from act Mar. 3, 1877 Aug. 15, 1876 Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those comprising the first sentence of this section were contained in act Aug. 15, 1876, ch. 287 19 Stat. 147 Amendments 1951Act Oct. 31, 1951 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Change of name of Architect of the Capitol, functions abolished, transferred, etc., by prior acts, see Prior Provisions and Change of Name notes set out under section 1801 of this title  1813. Exterior of Capitol  On and after July 7, 1884 ( July 7, 1884, ch. 332 23 Stat. 209  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Architect, referred to in text, means the Architect of the Capitol. Codification Section was classified to section 163a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is from the Sundry Civil Appropriation Act July 7, 1884  1814. Repairs of Capitol  All improvements, alterations, additions, and repairs of the Capitol Building shall be made by the direction and under the supervision of the Architect of the Capitol. (R.S.  1816; Feb. 14, 1902, ch. 17 32 Stat. 20 Mar. 3, 1921, ch. 124 41 Stat. 1291 Oct. 31, 1951, ch. 654,  3(15) 65 Stat. 708  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 R.S.  1816 derived from Res. Apr. 16, 1862 12 Stat. 617 Mar. 30, 1867, ch. 24,  2 15 Stat. 13 July 20, 1868, ch. 177,  1 15 Stat. 115 Mar. 3, 1869, ch. 121,  1 15 Stat. 283 Mar. 3, 1871, ch. 114,  1 16 Stat. 500 Aug. 15, 1876, ch. 287 19 Stat. 147 Provision of R.S.  1816 relating to purchase of furniture or carpets for House or Senate is classified to section 2184 of this title Amendments 1951Act Oct. 31, 1951 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Change of name of Architect of the Capitol, functions abolished, transferred, etc., by prior acts, see Prior Provisions and Change of Name notes set out under section 1801 of this title Conditions for Use of Certain Telecommunications Systems and Services by Agency of Legislative Branch Pub. L. 101520, title III,  306 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2277 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(b) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537  (a) Hereafter, notwithstanding any other provision of law, any agency of the legislative branch is authorized to use telecommunications systems and services provided by the Architect of the Capitol or the House of Representatives or the Senate under the approved plan required by section 305 of Public Law 100202 101 Stat. 1329308 (1) have been acquired competitively; and (2) in the case of long distance service, have been determined by the Architect of the Capitol to be at least equal in quality to, and not greater in cost than, the systems and services available under the procurement conducted by the Administrator of General Services known as FTS2000. (b) As used in this section, the term agency of the legislative branch means the office of the Architect of the Capitol, the Botanic Garden, the Government Accountability Office, the Government Publishing Office, the Library of Congress, the Office of Technology Assessment, and the Congressional Budget Office. Similar provisions were contained in the following prior appropriations acts: Pub. L. 101163, title III,  306 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1064 Pub. L. 100458, title III,  307B Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2183 Development of Overall Plan for Satisfying Telecommunications Requirements of Agencies of Legislative Branch Pub. L. 102392, title III,  305 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1721 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(b) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537  (a) The Architect of the Capitol, in consultation with the heads of the agencies of the legislative branch, shall develop an overall plan for satisfying the telecommunications requirements of such agencies, using a common system architecture for maximum interconnection capability and engineering compatibility. The plan shall be subject to joint approval by the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, and, upon approval, shall be communicated to the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate. No part of any appropriation in this Act or any other Act shall be used for acquisition of any new or expanded telecommunications system for an agency of the legislative branch, unless, as determined by the Architect of the Capitol, the acquisition is in conformance with the plan, as approved. (b) As used in this section (1) the term agency of the legislative branch means the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, the Botanic Garden, the Government Accountability Office, the Government Publishing Office, the Library of Congress, the Office of Technology Assessment, and the Congressional Budget Office; and (2) the term telecommunications system means an electronic system for voice, data, or image communication, including any associated cable and switching equipment. (c) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal years beginning after September 30, 1992 Similar provisions were contained in the following prior appropriations acts: Pub. L. 10290, title III,  305 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 466 Pub. L. 101520, title III,  305 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2276 Pub. L. 101163, title III,  305 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1063 Pub. L. 100458, title III,  305 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2182 Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title III,  305] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Pub. L. 99500,  101(j) [H.R. 5203, title III,  305] Oct. 18, 1986 100 Stat. 1783287 Pub. L. 99591,  101(j) [H.R. 5203, title III,  305] Oct. 30, 1986 100 Stat. 3341287  1815. Repealed. Pub. L. 10958, title I,  101(c) Aug. 8, 2005 119 Stat. 606   Section, Pub. L. 105275, title III,  310 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2456 Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166i of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1816. Construction contracts (a) Liquidated damages The Architect of the Capitol may not enter into or administer any construction contract with a value greater than $50,000 unless the contract includes a provision requiring the payment of liquidated damages in the amount determined under subsection (b) in the event that completion of the project is delayed because of the contractor. (b) Amount of payment The amount of payment required under a liquidated damages provision described in subsection (a) shall be equal to the product of (1) the daily liquidated damage payment rate; and (2) the number of days by which the completion of the project is delayed. (c) Daily liquidated damage payment rate (1) In general In subsection (b), the daily liquidated damage payment rate means (A) $140, in the case of a contract with a value greater than $50,000 and less than $100,000; (B) $200, in the case of a contract with a value equal to or greater than $100,000 and equal to or less than $500,000; and (C) the sum of $200 plus $50 for each $100,000 increment by which the value of the contract exceeds $500,000, in the case of a contract with a value greater than $500,000. (2) Adjustment in rate permitted Notwithstanding paragraph (1), the daily liquidated damage payment rate may be adjusted by the contracting officer involved to a rate greater or lesser than the rate described in such paragraph if the contracting officer makes a written determination that the rate described does not accurately reflect the anticipated damages which will be suffered by the United States as a result of the delay in the completion of the contract. (d) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to contracts entered into during fiscal year 2002 or any succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  130 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 580  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166j of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1816a. Design-build contracts (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Architect of the Capitol may use the two-phase selection procedures authorized in section 3309 of title 41 (b) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2008 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1308 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2244  Editorial Notes Codification In subsec. (a),  section 3309 of title 41 41 U.S.C. 253m Pub. L. 111350,  6(c) Jan. 4, 2011 124 Stat. 3854 Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2008, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008.  1816b. Architect of the Capitol, authority for personal services contracts with legal entities  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Architect of the Capitol is authorized to contract for personal services with any firm, partnership, corporation, association, or other legal entity in the same manner as he is authorized to contract for personal services with individuals under the provisions of section 6101 of title 41 ( Pub. L. 96558 Dec. 19, 1980 94 Stat. 3263  Editorial Notes Codification In text,  section 6101 of title 41 41 U.S.C. 5 Pub. L. 111350,  6(c) Jan. 4, 2011 124 Stat. 3854 Section was classified to section 6a2 of former Title 41, prior to the enactment of Title 41, Public Contracts, by Pub. L. 111350,  3 Jan. 4, 2011 124 Stat. 3677 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Authorizing Payments Under Service Contracts During the Coronavirus Emergency Pub. L. 116136, div. B, title IX,  19005 Mar. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 578 Pub. L. 116159, div. A,  159(3) Oct. 1, 2020 134 Stat. 722  (a)  Authorizing Payments Notwithstanding section 3324(a) of title 31 42 U.S.C. 247d (b)  Availability of Appropriations The authority of the Architect of the Capitol to make payments under the authority of subsection (a) is subject to the availability of appropriations to make such payments. (c)  Regulations The Architect of the Capitol shall promulgate such regulations as may be necessary to carry out this section. [For definition of coronavirus as used in section 19005 of Pub. L. 116136 section 23005 of Pub. L. 116136 section 162b of this title  1817. Transfer of discontinued apparatus to other branches  The Architect of the Capitol may transfer apparatus, appliances, equipments, and supplies of any kind, discontinued or permanently out of service, to other branches of the service of the United States, or District of Columbia, whenever, in his judgment the interests of the Government service may require it. ( June 26, 1912, ch. 182,  11 37 Stat. 184 Mar. 3, 1921, ch. 124 41 Stat. 1291 May 29, 1928, ch. 901,  1(120) 45 Stat. 995 Oct. 31, 1951, ch. 654,  3(17) 65 Stat. 708  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 171 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on section 11 of act June 26, 1912 June 26, 1912 Prior Provisions Act Mar. 2, 1911, ch. 192,  9 36 Stat. 1011 Amendments 1951Act Oct. 31, 1951 1928Act May 29, 1928 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Change of name of Architect of the Capitol, functions abolished, transferred, etc., by prior acts, see Prior Provisions and Change of Name notes set out under section 1801 of this title  1817a. Disposition of surplus or obsolete personal property (a) In general The Architect of the Capitol shall have the authority, within the limits of available appropriations, to dispose of surplus or obsolete personal property by inter-agency transfer, donation, sale, trade-in, or discarding. Amounts received for the sale or trade-in of personal property shall be credited to funds available for the operations of the Architect of the Capitol and be available for the costs of acquiring the same or similar property. Such funds shall be available for such purposes during the fiscal year received and the following fiscal year. (b) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2010, and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  1301 Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2034  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2010, which is div. A of Pub. L. 11168  1818. Rental or lease of storage space  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Architect of the Capitol, with the approval of the House Office Building Commission and Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, is authorized to secure, through rental, lease, or other appropriate agreement, storage space in areas within the District of Columbia and its environs beyond the boundaries of the United States Capitol Grounds for use of the United States Senate, the United States House of Representatives, and the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, under such terms and conditions as such Commission and committee may authorize, and to incur any necessary incidental expenses in connection therewith. ( Pub. L. 93180,  1 Dec. 13, 1973 87 Stat. 704  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166d of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1819. Computer backup facilities for legislative offices (a) Acquisition of buildings and facilities The Architect of the Capitol is authorized, subject to the availability of appropriations, to acquire (through purchase, lease, or otherwise) buildings and facilities for use as computer backup facilities (and related uses) for offices in the legislative branch. (b) Acquisition subject to approval The acquisition of a building or facility under subsection (a) shall be subject to the approval of (1) the House Office Building Commission, in the case of a building or facility acquired for the use of an office of the House of Representatives; (2) the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, in the case of a building or facility acquired for the use of an office of the Senate; or (3) the House Office Building Commission in the case of a building or facility acquired for the use of any other office in the legislative branch as part of a joint facility with (1) above, or the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, in the case of a building or facility acquired for the use of any other office in the legislative branch as part of a joint facility with (2) above. (c) United States Capitol grounds provisions applicable Any building or facility acquired by the Architect of the Capitol pursuant to subsection (a) shall be a part of the United States Capitol Grounds and shall be subject to the provisions of sections 1922, 1961, 1966, 1967, and 1969 of this title and sections 5101 to 5107 and 5109 of title 40. (d) Lease of buildings and facilities In the case of a building or facility acquired through purchase pursuant to subsection (a), the Architect of the Capitol may enter into or assume a lease with another person for the use of any portion of the building or facility that the Architect of the Capitol determines is not required to be used to carry out the purposes of this section, subject to the approval of the entity which approved the acquisition of such building or facility under subsection (b). (e) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 107206, title I,  905 Aug. 2, 2002 116 Stat. 877 Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1202(a) Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 579  Editorial Notes  References in Text Sections 1922, 1961, 1966, 1967, and 1969 of this title and sections 5101 to 5107 and 5109 of title 40, referred to in subsec. (c), was in the original a reference to the Act entitled An Act to define the area of the United States Capitol Grounds, to regulate the use thereof, and for other purposes, approved July 31, 1946 act July 31, 1946, ch. 707 60 Stat. 718 section 1961 of this title Pub. L. 107217 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section 5(c) of Pub. L. 107217 section 101 of Title 40 section 1 of Pub. L. 107217 Pub. L. 107217 July 31, 1946 Codification Section was classified to section 166k of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2005Subsecs. (d), (e). Pub. L. 10955 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2005 Amendment Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1202(b) Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 579 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to leases entered into on or after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Aug. 2, 2005  1820. Acquisition of real property for Capitol Police (a) Authority for acquisition Subject to the approval of the House Office Building Commission and the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, the Architect of the Capitol is authorized to acquire (through purchase, lease, transfer from another Federal entity, or otherwise) real property, subject to the availability of appropriations and upon approval of an obligation plan by the Committees on Appropriations of the House and Senate, for the use of the United States Capitol Police. (b) United States Capitol grounds provisions applicable Any real property acquired by the Architect of the Capitol pursuant to subsection (a) shall be a part of the United States Capitol Grounds and shall be subject to the provisions of sections 1922, 1961, 1966, 1967, and 1969 of this title and sections 5101 to 5107 and 5109 of title 40. (c) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 107206, title I,  907 Aug. 2, 2002 116 Stat. 877  Editorial Notes  References in Text Sections 1922, 1961, 1966, 1967, and 1969 of this title and sections 5101 to 5107 and 5109 of title 40, referred to in subsec. (b), was in the original a reference to the Act entitled An Act to define the area of the United States Capitol Grounds, to regulate the use thereof, and for other purposes, approved July 31, 1946 act July 31, 1946, ch. 707 60 Stat. 718 section 1961 of this title Pub. L. 107217 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section 5(c) of Pub. L. 107217 section 101 of Title 40 section 1 of Pub. L. 107217 Pub. L. 107217 July 31, 1946 Codification Section was classified to section 166m of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Acquisition of Property by Architect of the Capitol Pub. L. 108199, div. H,  152 Jan. 23, 2004 118 Stat. 448  (a) Notwithstanding section 907(a) of Public Law 107206 116 Stat. 977 2 U.S.C. 1820(a) 2 U.S.C. 1822(b) Jan. 23, 2004 (b) Any real property acquired by the Architect of the Capitol pursuant to subsection (a) shall be subject to the provisions of the Act entitled An Act to define the area of the United States Capitol Grounds, to regulate the use thereof, and for other purposes, approved July 31, 1946 2 U.S.C. 1922  1821. Small purchase contracting authority (a) In general To promote efficiency and economy in contracting and to avoid unnecessary burdens, the Architect of the Capitol is granted authority to utilize special simplified procedures for purchases of property and services the aggregate amount of which does not exceed $250,000. Notwithstanding any other provision of law (1)  section 6101 of title 41 (2) the Architect may procure services, equipment, and construction for security related projects in the most efficient manner he determines appropriate. (b) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2003 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1201 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 372 Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  133(a) Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2936  Editorial Notes Codification In subsec. (a)(1),  section 6101 of title 41 41 U.S.C. 5 Pub. L. 111350,  6(c) Jan. 4, 2011 124 Stat. 3854 Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of Pub. L. 1087 Prior Provisions Prior similar provisions were contained in Pub. L. 10768, title I,  131 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 581 Amendments 2018Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 115244 2 U.S.C. 1821 section 1201 of Pub. L. 1087 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  133(b) Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2936 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2019 and each succeeding fiscal year.  1822. Leasing of space (a) In general Funds appropriated to the Architect of the Capitol shall be available (1) for the leasing of space in areas within the District of Columbia and its environs beyond the boundaries of the United States Capitol Grounds to meet space requirements of the United States Senate, United States House of Representatives, United States Capitol Police, and the Architect of the Capitol under such terms and conditions as the Committee or Commission referred to under subsection (b) may authorize; and (2) to incur any necessary expense in connection with any leasing of space under paragraph (1). (b) Conditions to lease space The Architect of the Capitol may lease space under subsection (a) upon submission of written notice of intent to lease such space to, and approved by (1) the Committees on Appropriations and Rules and Administration of the Senate for space to be leased for the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the House Office Building Commission for space to be leased for the House of Representatives; and (3) the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and House of Representatives, for space to be leased for any other entity under subsection (a). (c) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2004, and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 10883, title I,  1102 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1027 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1306(a) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2243  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2004. Amendments 2007Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 110161,  1306(a)(1) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 110161,  1306(a)(2) Subsec. (b)(3). Pub. L. 110161,  1306(a)(3) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1306(b) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2243 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect as if included in the enactment of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2004 [ Pub. L. 10883  1823. Acquisition of real property for Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate (1) The Architect of the Capitol may acquire (through purchase, lease, transfer from another Federal entity, or otherwise) real property, for the use of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to support the operations of the Senate (A) subject to the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate; and (B) subject to the availability of appropriations and upon approval of an obligation plan by the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate. (2) Subject to the approval of the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, the Secretary of the Senate may transfer funds for the acquisition or maintenance of any property under paragraph (1) from the account under the heading Senate, Contingent Expenses of the Senate, Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to the account under the heading Architect of the Capitol, Senate Office Buildings. (3) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2007 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 109289, div. B, title II,  20701(b) Pub. L. 1105,  2 Feb. 15, 2007 121 Stat. 37  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007.  1823a. Acquisition of real property for Library of Congress (a) Permitting leasing of space Subject to the availability of funds, the Architect of the Capitol may acquire real property by lease for the use of the Library of Congress in any State or the District of Columbia if (1) the Architect of the Capitol and the Librarian of Congress submit a joint request for the Architect to lease the property to the Joint Committee on the Library and to the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate; and (2) the Joint Committee on the Library and the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate each approve the request. (b) Transfer of funds Subject to the approval of the Joint Committee on the Library and the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the Senate, the Architect of the Capitol and the Librarian of Congress may transfer between themselves appropriations or other available funds to pay the costs incurred in acquiring real property pursuant to the authority of this section and the costs of necessary expenses incurred in connection with the acquisition of the property. (c) Limit on obligations No obligation entered into pursuant to the authority of this section shall be in advance of, or in excess of, available appropriations. (d) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2009 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  1102 Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 823  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2009, which is div. G of the Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009.  1824. Energy and environmental measures in Capitol Complex Master Plan (a) In general To the maximum extent practicable, the Architect of the Capitol shall include energy efficiency and conservation measures, greenhouse gas emission reduction measures, and other appropriate environmental measures in the Capitol Complex Master Plan. (b) Report Not later than 6 months after December 19, 2007 ( Pub. L. 110140, title V,  503 Dec. 19, 2007 121 Stat. 1655  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 110140, title XVI,  1601 Dec. 19, 2007 121 Stat. 1801 This Act [see Tables for classification] and the amendments made by this Act take effect on the date that is 1 day after the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 19, 2007  1824a. Recyclable materials (a) Collection and sale of recyclable materials (1) Establishment of program The Architect of the Capitol shall establish a program for the collection and sale of recyclable materials collected from or on the Capitol buildings and grounds, in accordance with the procedures applicable under subchapter III of chapter 5 of subtitle I of title 40, to the sale of surplus property by an executive agency. (2) Exclusion of materials subject to other programs The program established under this section shall not apply with respect to any materials which are subject to collection and sale under (A)  section 6516 of this title (B)  section 5540 of this title (C)  section 2026 of this title (D) any other authorized program for the collection and sale of recyclable materials. (b) Revolving fund (1) In general There is established in the Treasury a revolving fund for the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, which shall consist of (A) proceeds from the sale of recyclable materials under the program established under this section; and (B) such amounts as may be appropriated under law. (2) Use of fund Amounts in the revolving fund established under paragraph (1) shall be available without fiscal year limitation to the Architect of the Capitol, subject to the Architect providing prior notice to the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate (A) to carry out the program established under this section; (B) to carry out authorized programs and activities of the Architect to improve the environment; and (C) to carry out authorized programs and activities of the Architect to promote energy savings. (c) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2009 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  1101 Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 822 Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  1303 Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 429  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified as a note under section 1811 of this title Amendments 2014Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 11376  1825. Repealed. Pub. L. 110437, title V,  501(b)(2) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4997   Section, Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1305 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2242  1826. Easements for rights-of-way (a) In general The Architect of the Capitol may grant, upon such terms as the Architect of the Capitol considers advisable, including monetary consideration, easements for rights-of-way over, in, and upon the Capitol Grounds and any other public lands under the jurisdiction and control of the Architect of the Capitol. (b) Limitation No easement granted under this section may include more land than is necessary for the easement. (c) Easement account There is established in the Treasury an easement account for the Architect of the Capitol. The Architect of the Capitol shall deposit in the account all proceeds received relating to the granting of easements under this section. The proceeds deposited in that account shall be available to the Architect, in such amounts and for such purposes provided in appropriations acts. (d) In-kind consideration Subject to subsection (f), the Architect may accept in-kind consideration instead of, or in addition to, any monetary consideration, for any easement granted under this section. (e) Termination of easement The Architect of the Capitol may terminate all or part of any easement granted under this section for (1) failure to comply with the terms of the grant; (2) nonuse for a 2-year period; or (3) abandonment. (f) Approval The Architect of the Capitol may grant an easement for rights-of-way under subsection (a) upon submission of written notice of intent to grant that easement and the amount or type of consideration to be received, and approval by (1) the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate for easements granted on property under Senate jurisdiction; (2) the House Office Building Commission for property under House of Representatives jurisdiction; and (3) the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the House Office Building Commission for easements granted on any other property. (g) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2008 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1307 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2243  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2008, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008.  1827. Support and maintenance during emergencies (a) During an emergency involving the safety of human life or the protection of property, as determined or declared by the Capitol Police Board, the Architect of the Capitol (1) may accept contributions of comfort and other incidental items and services to support employees of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol while such employees are on duty in response to the emergency; and (2) may incur obligations and make expenditures out of available appropriations for meals, refreshments, and other support and maintenance for the Office of the Architect of the Capitol if, in the judgment of the Architect, such obligations and expenditures are necessary to respond to the emergency. (b) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2010 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  1305 Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2035  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2010, which is div. A of Pub. L. 11168 SUBCHAPTER III PERSONNEL Part A General  1831. Human resources program (a) Short title This section may be cited as the Architect of the Capitol Human Resources Act. (b) Finding and purpose (1) Finding The Congress finds that the Office of the Architect of the Capitol should develop human resources management programs that are consistent with the practices common among other Federal and private sector organizations. (2) Purpose It is the purpose of this section to require the Architect of the Capitol to establish and maintain a personnel management system that incorporates fundamental principles that exist in other modern personnel systems. (c) Personnel management system (1) Establishment The Architect of the Capitol shall establish and maintain a personnel management system. (2) Requirements The personnel management system shall at a minimum include the following: (A) A system which ensures that applicants for employment and employees of the Architect of the Capitol are appointed, promoted, and assigned on the basis of merit and fitness after fair and equitable consideration of all applicants and employees through open competition. (B) An equal employment opportunity program which includes an affirmative employment program for employees and applicants for employment, and procedures for monitoring progress by the Architect of the Capitol in ensuring a workforce reflective of the diverse labor force. (C) A system for the classification of positions which takes into account the difficulty, responsibility, and qualification requirements of the work performed, and which conforms to the principle of equal pay for substantially equal work. (D) A program for the training of Architect of the Capitol employees which has among its goals improved employee performance and opportunities for employee advancement. (E) A formal performance appraisal system which will permit the accurate evaluation of job performance on the basis of objective criteria for all Architect of the Capitol employees. (F) A fair and equitable system to address unacceptable conduct and performance by Architect of the Capitol employees, including a general statement of violations, sanctions, and procedures which shall be made known to all employees, and a formal grievance procedure. (G) A program to provide services to deal with mental health, alcohol abuse, drug abuse, and other employee problems, and which ensures employee confidentiality. (H) A formal policy statement regarding the use and accrual of sick and annual leave which shall be made known to all employees, and which is consistent with the other requirements of this section. (d) Implementation of personnel management system (1) Development of plan The Architect of the Capitol shall (A) develop a plan for the establishment and maintenance of a personnel management system designed to achieve the requirements of subsection (c); (B) submit the plan to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the House Office Building Commission, the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, the Joint Committee on the Library, and the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives not later than 12 months after July 22, 1994 (C) implement the plan not later than 90 days after the plan is submitted to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the House Office Building Commission, the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, the Joint Committee on the Library, and the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives, as specified in subparagraph (B). (2) Evaluation and reporting The Architect of the Capitol shall develop a system of oversight and evaluation to ensure that the personnel management system of the Architect of the Capitol achieves the requirements of subsection (c) and complies with all other relevant laws, rules and regulations. The Architect of the Capitol shall report to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the House Office Building Commission, the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, and the Joint Committee on the Library on an annual basis the results of its evaluation under this subsection. (3) Application of laws Nothing in this section shall be construed to alter or supersede any other provision of law otherwise applicable to the Architect of the Capitol or its employees, unless expressly provided in this section. ( Pub. L. 103283, title III,  312 July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1443 Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(c)(1) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166b7 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is comprised of section 312 of Pub. L. 103283 section 312 of Pub. L. 103283 Amendments 1995Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 1041 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Savings Provision Pub. L. 1041, title V,  504(c)(1) Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 41 section 1435 of this title Flexible Work Schedules Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1302 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2242 Pub. L. 110437,  505(a) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4998 Sept. 30, 2010 Temporary Employees; Benefits Pub. L. 10883, title I,  1101(b) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1027  (b) Any individual who exercised an option offered by the Architect of the Capitol under section 133(a)(2) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2002 [ Pub. L. 10768 Sept. 30, 2003 (c) The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending Pub. L. 10768,  133(a) (d) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon enactment of this Act the Architect of the Capitol shall take all steps which may be required to carry out section 133(a) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2002 [ Pub. L. 10768 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  133(a) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 581 Pub. L. 10883, title I,  1101(a) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1027  (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), none of the funds provided by this Act or any other Act may be used by the Architect of the Capitol after the expiration of the 90-day period which begins on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Nov. 12, 2001 (2) Paragraph (1) shall not apply with respect to any of the following individuals: (A) An individual who is employed under the Architect of the Capitol Summer Employment Program. (B) An individual who is hired for a total of 120 days or less during any 5-year period (excluding any days in which the individual is employed under the Architect of the Capitol Summer Employment Program). (C) An individual employed by the Architect of the Capitol as a temporary employee as of the date of the enactment of this Act [ Nov. 12, 2001 (D) An individual who becomes employed by the Architect of the Capitol after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Nov. 12, 2001 (E) An individual who is covered by a collective bargaining agreement entered into by the Architect of the Capitol establishing terms and conditions of employment which include eligibility for life insurance, health insurance, retirement, and other benefits. (3) Nothing in this subsection may be construed to require the Architect of the Capitol to provide duplicative benefits for any employee. (4) The Architect of the Capitol shall make employer contributions for benefits for employees of the Architect (including temporary employees) directly to any third party designated to receive such contributions on behalf of the employees under a collective bargaining agreement, participation agreement, or any other arrangement entered into by the Architect which provides for such contributions. Treatment of Separated Employees of Architect of Capitol Pub. L. 10555, title III,  310 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1199 Pub. L. 105275, title III,  308(b) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2452 Pub. L. 10657, title III,  308 Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 427  1832. Assignment and reassignment of personnel  Notwithstanding any other provisions of law, in order to improve the economic use of the personal services of his employees, the Architect of the Capitol is authorized on and after October 12, 1979 ( Pub. L. 9686,  101(c) Oct. 12, 1979 93 Stat. 657 Pub. L. 100202,  106 Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329433  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166b6 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on section 102 of title I of H.R. 4390 (Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1980), as incorporated by reference by section 101(c) of Pub. L. 9686 section 106 of Pub. L. 100202 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 100202,  106 Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329433 Oct. 12, 1979 Pub. L. 9686  1833. Lighting, heating, and ventilating House of Representatives  The electrician, together with everything pertaining to the electrical machinery and apparatus, and the ventilation and heating of the House of Representatives, and all laborers and others connected with the lighting, heating, and ventilating thereof, shall be subject exclusively to the orders, and in all respects under the direction, of the Architect of the Capitol, subject to the control of the Speaker; and no removal or appointment shall be made except with his approval. And all engineers and others who are engaged in heating and ventilating the House shall be subject to the orders, and in all respects under the direction, of the Architect of the Capitol, subject to the control of the Speaker; and no removal or appointment shall be made except with his approval. ( Mar. 3, 1877, ch. 105 19 Stat. 348 Mar. 3, 1881, ch. 130,  1 21 Stat. 388  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 167 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section, except the words and the ventilation and heating of the House of Representatives, is based on act Mar. 3, 1881 Mar. 3, 1877 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Change of name of Architect of the Capitol, functions abolished, transferred, etc., by prior acts, see Prior Provisions and Change of Name notes set out under section 1801 of this title  1834. Heating and ventilating Senate wing  All engineers and others who are engaged in heating and ventilating the Senate wing of the Capitol shall be subject to the orders and in all respects under the direction of the Architect of the Capitol, subject to the approval of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration. ( July 11, 1888, ch. 615 25 Stat. 258 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 814  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 168 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on act July 11, 1888 July 11, 1888 Amendments 1946Act Aug. 2, 1946 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1946 Amendment Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  142 60 Stat. 834 Jan. 2, 1947 60 Stat. 839 Jan. 3, 1947  1835. Interagency details (a) Authorizing details of employees under joint agency agreements In addition to any other authority relating to the detail of employees, the Architect of the Capitol and the head of any other department, agency, or instrumentality of the United States Government may enter into a joint agency agreement under which (1) employees of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol (including employees of the United States Botanic Garden) may be detailed to such department, agency, or instrumentality on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis; and (2) employees of such department, agency, or instrumentality may be detailed to the Office of the Architect of the Capitol on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis. (b) Duration The detail of an employee under a joint agency agreement under this section shall be for such duration as may be provided in the agreement, except that in the case of a detail made on a non-reimbursable basis, the duration of the detail may not exceed one year unless the Architect of the Capitol and the head of the department, agency, or instrumentality involved each determine that an extension of the detail of the employee is in the public interest. (c) No effect on appropriations of recipient of non-reimbursable detail For purposes of any law, rule, or regulation, the detail of an employee on a non-reimbursable basis under a joint agency agreement under this section for a fiscal year shall not be treated as an increase or modification of the appropriation for the fiscal year of the office to whom the employee is detailed. (d) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2019 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  134 Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2936 Part B Compensation  1841. Single per annum gross rates of pay Whenever the rate of pay of (1) an employee of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol; or (2) an employee of the House Restaurant, or of the Senate Restaurant, under the supervision of the Architect of the Capitol as an agent of the House or Senate, respectively, as the case may be; is fixed or adjusted on or after the effective date of this section, that rate, as so fixed and adjusted, shall be a single per annum gross rate. ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  481 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1196  Editorial Notes  References in Text The effective date of this section, referred to in text, means immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title Codification Section was classified to section 166b1a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1842. Conversion of existing pay rates  The Architect of the Capitol shall convert, as of the effective date of this section, to a single per annum gross rate, the rate of pay of each employee described in subparagraph (1) or subparagraph (2) of section 1841 of this title ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  482 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1196  Editorial Notes  References in Text The effective date of this section, referred to in text, means immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title Codification Section was classified to section 166b1b of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1843. Obsolete references In any case in which (1) the rate of pay of, or any maximum or minimum rate of pay with respect to (A) any employee described in subparagraph (1) or subparagraph (2) of section 1841 of this title (B) the position of such employee, or (C) any class or group of such employees or positions, is referred to in or provided by statute or other authority; and (2) the rate so referred to or provided is a basic rate with respect to which additional pay is provided by law; such statutory provision or authority shall be deemed to refer, in lieu of such basic rate, to the per annum gross rate which an employee receiving such basic rate immediately prior to the effective date of this section would receive, without regard to such statutory provision or authority, under section 1842 of this title ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  483 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1196  Editorial Notes  References in Text The effective date of this section, referred to in text, means immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title Codification Section was classified to section 166b1c of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1844. Savings provisions The provisions of sections 1841 to 1846 of this title shall not be construed to (1) limit or otherwise affect any authority for the making of any appointment to, or for fixing or adjusting the pay for, the position of any employee described in subparagraph (1) or subparagraph (2) of section 1841 of this title (2) affect the continuity of employment of, or reduce the pay of, any employee holding any position referred to in subparagraph (1) of this section; or (3) modify, change, supersede, or otherwise affect the provisions of sections 5504 and 6101(a)(5) of title 5, insofar as such sections relate to the Office of the Architect of the Capitol. ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  484 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1197  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166b1d of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  1845. Effect on existing law (a) All provisions of law inconsistent with sections 1841 to 1846 of this title are hereby superseded to the extent of the inconsistency. (b) Sections 5504 and 6101(a)(5) of title 5 shall apply to employees of the House and Senate Restaurants who are paid at per annum rates of pay as long as such employees are under the supervision of the Architect of the Capitol as an agent of the House or Senate, respectively, as the case may be. ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  485 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1197  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166b1e of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  1846. Exemptions Notwithstanding any other provision of sections 1841 to 1846 of this title, the foregoing provisions of such sections do not apply to any employee described in section 1841 of this title (1) in accordance with chapter 51, and subchapter III of chapter 53, of title 5, relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates; (2) in accordance with subchapter IV of chapter 53 of title 5, relating to prevailing rate pay systems; (3) at per hour or per diem rates in accordance with section 3 of the Legislative Pay Act of 1929, as amended ( 46 Stat. 38 55 Stat. 615 (4) in accordance with prevailing rates under authority of sections 2042 to 2047 of this title, or section 208 of the First Supplemental Civil Functions Appropriation Act, 1941 ( 54 Stat. 1056 ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  486 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1197  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 3 of the Legislative Pay Act of 1929, referred to in par. (3), amended section 2 of the Classification Act of 1923, which was classified to section 662 of former Title 5, Executive Departments and Government Officers and Employees. The Classification Act of 1923 was repealed and superseded by the Classification Act of 1949, Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 782 63 Stat. 954 Aug. 1, 1941 55 Stat. 615 63 Stat. 973 Section 208 of the First Supplemental Civil Functions Appropriation Act, 1941, referred to in par. (4), means section 208 of act Oct. 9, 1940, ch. 780, title II 54 Stat. 1056 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(3)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1748 Codification Section was classified to section 166b1f of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  1847. Authorization to fix basic rate of compensation for certain positions  On and after August 21, 1959 Provided On and after August 21, 1959 ( Pub. L. 86176 Aug. 21, 1959 73 Stat. 407 Pub. L. 89309 Oct. 31, 1965 79 Stat. 1147 Pub. L. 90206, title II,  214(p) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 638 Pub. L. 90239 Jan. 2, 1968 81 Stat. 775 Pub. L. 94157, title I Dec. 18, 1975 89 Stat. 835 Pub. L. 101163, title I,  106(c) Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1056  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166b3 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5 substituted for the Classification Act of 1949, as amended in text on authority of Pub. L. 89554,  7(b) Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 631 Amendments 1989 Pub. L. 101163 1975 Pub. L. 94157 1968 Pub. L. 90239 1967 Pub. L. 90206 1965 Pub. L. 89309 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1967 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 90206 Oct. 1, 1967 section 220(a)(2) of Pub. L. 90206 section 5332 of Title 5  1848. Compensation of certain positions in Office of Architect of the Capitol (a) Amount of compensation to be that specified in appropriations Acts Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the pay for positions described in subsection (b) shall be the amounts specified for such positions in appropriations Acts. (b) Positions covered The positions referred to in subsection (a) are (1) the position of assistant referred to in the proviso in the first undesignated paragraph under the center subheadings  Office of the Architect of the Capitol salaries 2 U.S.C. 1804 (2) the eight positions provided for in the third and fourth undesignated paragraphs under the center subheadings  Office of the Architect of the Capitol salaries 2 U.S.C. 1847 (c) Calculation of amounts The pay for each position described in subsection (b) shall be the pay payable for such position with respect to the last pay period before this section takes effect, subject to any applicable adjustment during fiscal year 1988 under, or by reference to any applicable adjustment during fiscal year 1988 under, subchapter I of chapter 53 of title 5. (d) Effective date This section shall apply in fiscal years beginning after September 30, 1987 December 22, 1987 ( Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title III,  308] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Pub. L. 101163, title I,  106(e) Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1057  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166b3a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1989Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 101163 Office of the Architect of the Capitol Salaries 40 U.S.C. 164a Office of the Architect of the Capitol Salaries 40 U.S.C. 166b3 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Compensation of Assistant Architect of the Capitol Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1206 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 375 Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the compensation of the Assistant Architect who is incumbent in that position when the position of Assistant Architect is abolished shall not be reduced so long as the former Assistant Architect is employed at the Office of the Architect of the Capitol. Whenever the Architect of the Capitol receives a pay adjustment after the date of enactment of this section [ Feb. 20, 2003 2 U.S.C. 1849 2 U.S.C. 1805(e)(3) Pub. L. 10768, title I,  129(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 580 Pursuant to the authority described in section 308(a) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1988 ( 40 U.S.C. 166b3a(a) 2 U.S.C. 1848(a) 40 U.S.C. 164a 2 U.S.C. 1804  1849. Compensation of certain positions under jurisdiction of Architect of the Capitol  The Architect of the Capitol may fix the rate of basic pay for not more than 32 positions at a rate not to exceed the highest total rate of pay for the Senior Executive Service under subchapter VIII of chapter 53 of title 5 for the locality involved. ( Pub. L. 101520, title I,  108 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2268 Pub. L. 10290, title I,  104 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 459 Pub. L. 10555, title III,  311(a) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1201 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  129(c)(1) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 580 Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  914(a) Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2324 Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1201(a) Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 579 Pub. L. 111316,  1(a) Dec. 18, 2010 124 Stat. 3452  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166b3b of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2010 Pub. L. 111316 2005Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10955 2002Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 107117 2001Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10768,  129(c)(1)(A) November 5, 1990 Subsecs. (b), (c). Pub. L. 10768,  129(c)(1) (1) Effective beginning with any pay period beginning on or after November 5, 1990 (A) for not more than one of the positions under paragraph (2) at a rate not to exceed 90 percent of the highest total rate of pay for the Senior Executive Service under chapter 53 of title 5 for the locality involved; and (B) for any other position under paragraph (2), at such rate as the Architect considers appropriate for such position, not to exceed 85 percent of the highest total rate of pay for the Senior Executive Service under chapter 53 of title 5 for the locality involved. (2) Authority under paragraph (1) may be exercised with respect to any of the following positions under the jurisdiction of the Architect of the Capitol: (A) The Senior Landscape Architect. (B) The Administrative Assistant. (C) The Executive Officer. (D) The Budget Officer. (E) The General Counsel. (F) The Superintendent of the Senate Office Buildings. (G) The Superintendent of the House Office Buildings. (H) The Supervising Engineer of the United States Capitol. 1997Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10555,  311(a) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 10555,  311(b)(1) section 5382(b) of title 5 Subsec. (b)(1)(A), (B). Pub. L. 10555,  311(b)(2) 1991Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 10290,  104(a)(3) Subsec. (b)(1)(A). Pub. L. 10290,  104(a)(1) Subsec. (b)(1)(B). Pub. L. 10290,  104(a)(2) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10290,  104(b) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 111316 Dec. 18, 2010 section 1(c) of Pub. L. 111316 section 1805 of this title Effective Date of 2005 Amendment Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1201(b) Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 579 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to pay periods beginning on or after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Aug. 2, 2005 Effective Date of 2002 Amendment Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  914(b) Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2324 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to pay periods beginning on or after October 1, 2001 Effective Date of 2001 Amendment Pub. L. 10768, title I,  129(c)(2) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 580 The amendment made by paragraph (1) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to pay periods beginning on or after the expiration of the 21-day period which begins on the date the Architect of the Capitol submits to the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate a list containing the 12 positions for which the Architect will fix the rate of basic pay under the amendment, the rate of basic pay for each such position, and the job description for each such position. Effective Date of 1997 Amendment Pub. L. 10555, title III,  311(c) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1202 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to pay periods beginning on or after January 1, 1998  1850. Compensation of registered nurses  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, effective on the first day of the first applicable pay period which begins on or after December 27, 1974 Notwithstanding any other provision of law, effective January 1, 1975 Provided ( Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777 Pub. L. 101520, title I,  109 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2269 Pub. L. 103283, title I,  103 July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1435  Editorial Notes  References in Text The General Schedule, referred to in text, is set out under section 5332 of Title 5 Codification Section was classified to section 166b2 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1994 Pub. L. 103283 1990 Pub. L. 101520  1851. Gratuities for survivors of deceased employees  Until otherwise provided by law, there is authorized to be paid out of the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives, on vouchers signed by the chairman of the Committee on House Oversight, a gratuity to the widow, widower, or heirs-at-law, of each deceased employee under the jurisdiction of the Architect of the Capitol who was assigned to duty in the House of Representatives at the time of his death. The payment of each such gratuity shall be in accordance with uniform rules and regulations adopted by the Committee on House Oversight except that no such gratuity shall be in excess of that payable to the widow, widower, or heirs-at-law of any deceased employee under the jurisdiction of the Architect of the Capitol having a comparable length of service, who was assigned to similar duties in the Senate at the time of his death. ( Pub. L. 88454,  103 Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 550 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(1) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1748  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166b4 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on House Resolution No. 291, June 18, 1963 Pub. L. 88454 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  1852. Withholding and remittance of State income tax (a) Agreement by Architect with appropriate State official; covered individuals Whenever (1) the law of any State provides for the collection of an income tax by imposing upon employers generally the duty of withholding sums from the compensation of employees and remitting such sums to the authorities of such State; and (2) such duty to withhold is imposed generally with respect to the compensation of employees who are residents of such State; then the Architect of the Capitol is authorized, in accordance with the provisions of this section, to enter into an agreement with the appropriate official of that State to provide for the withholding and remittance of sums for individuals (A) employed by the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, the United States Botanic Garden, or the Senate Restaurant; and (B) who request the Architect to make such withholdings for remittance to that State. (b) Number of remittances authorized Any agreement entered into under subsection (a) of this section shall not require the Architect to remit such sums more often than once each calendar quarter. (c) Requests for withholding and remittance; amount of withholding; number and effective date of requests; change of designated State; revocation of request; rules and regulations (1) An individual employed by the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, the United States Botanic Garden, or the Senate Restaurant may request the Architect to withhold sums from his pay for remittance to the appropriate authorities of the State that he designates. Amounts of withholdings shall be made in accordance with those provisions of the law of that State which apply generally to withholding by employers. (2) An individual may have in effect at any time only one request for withholdings, and he may not have more than two such requests in effect with respect to different States during any one calendar year. The request for withholdings is effective on the first day of the first pay period commencing on or after the day on which the request is received in the Office of the Architect, the Botanic Garden Office, or the Senate Restaurant Accounting Office except that (A) when the Architect first enters into an agreement with a State, a request for withholdings shall be effective on such date as the Architect may determine; and (B) when an individual first receives an appointment, the request shall be effective on the day of appointment, if the individual makes the request at the time of appointment. (3) An individual may change the State designated by him for the purposes of having withholdings made and request that the withholdings be remitted in accordance with such change, and he may also revoke his request for withholdings. Any change in the State designated or revocation is effective on the first day of the first pay period commencing on or after the day on which the request for change or the revocation is received in the appropriate office. (4) The Architect is authorized to issue rules and regulations he considers appropriate in carrying out this subsection. (d) Time or times of agreements by Architect The Architect may enter into agreements under subsection (a) of this section at such time or times as he considers appropriate. (e) Provisions as not imposing duty, burden, requirement or penalty upon United States or any officer or employee of United States This section imposes no duty, burden, or requirement upon the United States, or any officer or employee of the United States, except as specifically provided in this section. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to consent to the application of any provision of law which has the effect of subjecting the United States, or any officer or employee of the United States to any penalty or liability by reason of the provisions of this section. (f) State defined For the purposes of this section, State means any of the States of the United States. ( Pub. L. 9459, title V,  501 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 290  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166b5 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1853. Exemption of officers and employees of Architect of Capitol from certain Federal pay provisions  The classes of employees whose compensation is authorized by section 3 of the Legislative Pay Act of 1929, as amended ( 46 Stat. 38 55 Stat. 615 ( Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 782 63 Stat. 957  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 3 of the Legislative Pay Act of 1929, as amended ( 40 Stat. 38 55 Stat. 615 Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 782 63 Stat. 972 The Classification Act of 1923, referred to in text, is act Mar. 4, 1923, ch. 265 42 Stat. 1488 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60e2a of this title Section is comprised of section 204(a) of act Oct. 28, 1949 Pub. L. 89554,  8 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 655 Section was classified to section 1084(a) of Title 5 Pub. L. 89554,  1 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 378 Chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5 substituted in text for this Act, referring to the Classification Act of 1949, on authority of section 7(b) of Pub. L. 89554 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 631  1854. Overtime compensation for certain employees of Architect of Capitol  For overtime pay purposes, per diem and per hour employees under the Office of the Architect of the Capitol not subject to chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5, shall be regarded as subject to the provisions of sections 5544(a) and 6102 of title 5, and sections 60e3 and 60e4 of this title shall not be applicable to such employees. ( June 30, 1945, ch. 212 59 Stat. 301 Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 782 63 Stat. 972  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 6102 of title 5 Pub. L. 92392,  7(a) Aug. 19, 1972 86 Stat. 573 section 6101(a)(1) of Title 5 Sections 60e3 and 60e4 of this title, referred to in text, were omitted from the Code. Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60e2b of this title Section was classified to section 933 of Title 5 Pub. L. 89554,  1 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 378 Chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of title 5 substituted in text for the Classification Act of 1949, as amended, and sections 5544(a) and 6102 of title 5 substituted for  section 23 of the Act of March 28, 1934 section 7(b) of Pub. L. 89554 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 631 Amendments 1949Act Oct. 28, 1949 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Repeals Act Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 782 Pub. L. 89554 Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 632 SUBCHAPTER IV APPROPRIATIONS AND EXPENDITURES  1861. Appropriations under control of Architect of the Capitol  Appropriations under the control of the Architect of the Capitol shall be available for expenses of advertising and personal and other services. ( Feb. 28, 1929, ch. 367 45 Stat. 1395 June 6, 1930, ch. 407 46 Stat. 513  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 689 of former Title 31, prior to the enactment of Title 31, Money and Finance, by Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section consolidates provisions from the Legislative Branch Appropriation Acts for fiscal years 1930 and 1931.  1862. Transfer of funds During fiscal year 1997 and fiscal years thereafter, amounts appropriated to the Architect of the Capitol (including amounts relating to the Botanic Garden) may be transferred among accounts available to the Architect of the Capitol upon the approval of (1) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives, in the case of amounts transferred from the appropriation for Capitol buildings and grounds under the heading  house office buildings (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, in the case of amounts transferred from the appropriation for Capitol buildings and grounds under the heading  senate office buildings (3) the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives, in the case of amounts transferred from any other appropriation. ( Pub. L. 104197, title III,  306 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2413  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166h of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1862a. Use of construction project funds to reimburse Capitol Police for related overtime costs (a) Payment of overtime costs The Architect of the Capitol shall transfer amounts made available for construction projects during a fiscal year to the applicable appropriations accounts of the United States Capitol Police in order to reimburse the Capitol Police for overtime costs incurred in connection with such projects. (b) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2013 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  1201 Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1128  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2012, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012.  1862b. Transfer of amounts appropriated for Architect of the Capitol under House Office Buildings (a) During fiscal year 2019 and each succeeding fiscal year, amounts appropriated or otherwise made available for the Architect of the Capitol under the heading House Office Buildings may be transferred to the House of Representatives and merged with and made available under the heading Allowances and Expenses, subject to the approval of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (b) The period of availability of any amounts transferred to the House of Representatives under this section shall be the same period of availability applicable to such amounts as appropriated for the Architect of the Capitol. (c) The aggregate amount transferred under this section in any fiscal year may not exceed $30,000,000. ( Pub. L. 1166, div. H, title II,  204 Feb. 15, 2019 133 Stat. 476  1863. Funds out of Contingent Expenses, Architect of the Capitol Appropriation  Any expenditures required to implement the provisions of section 1818 of this title ( Pub. L. 93180,  2 Dec. 13, 1973 87 Stat. 705  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166e of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1864. Funds out of Capitol Buildings, Architect of the Capitol Appropriation  On and after October 18, 1986 section 1818 of this title ( Pub. L. 99500,  101(j) Oct. 18, 1986 100 Stat. 1783287 Pub. L. 99591,  101(j) Oct. 30, 1986 100 Stat. 3341287 Pub. L. 10071, title I July 11, 1987 101 Stat. 425  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166f of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on the words to hereafter incur expenses authorized by the Act of December 13, 1973 87 Stat. 704 Aug. 15, 1986 section 101(j) of Pub. L. 99500 Pub. L. 99591 Pub. L. 10071  1865. Capitol Police Buildings and Grounds Account (a) Establishment There is hereby established in the Treasury of the United States an account for the Architect of the Capitol to be known as Capitol Police Buildings and Grounds (hereinafter in this section referred to as the account). (b) Use of funds Funds in the account shall be used by the Architect of the Capitol for all necessary expenses for (1) resilience and security programs of the Architect of the Capitol; and (2) the maintenance, care, and operation of buildings, grounds, and security enhancements for facilities of the United States Capitol Police and for other facilities associated with such resilience and security programs at any location. (c) Approval of transfers of appropriations from Legislative Branch agencies (1) For carrying out the purposes of the account, the Architect of the Capitol may receive transfers of appropriations from any agency of the Legislative Branch upon the approval of (A) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives, in the case of a transfer from an office of the House of Representatives; (B) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, in the case of a transfer from an office of the Senate; or (C) the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the Senate, in the case of a transfer from any other office of the Government. (2) Amounts transferred under this subsection shall be merged with the account and made available under this section. (3) This subsection shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2019 and each succeeding fiscal year. (d) Effective date; transfer of funds This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year. Any amounts provided to the Architect of the Capitol prior to August 2, 2002 ( Pub. L. 107206, title I,  906 Aug. 2, 2002 116 Stat. 877 Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  132 Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2936  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166 l Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2018Subsecs. (b) to (d). Pub. L. 115244  1866. Certification of vouchers  It shall not be a duty of the Architect of the Capitol to certify any pay roll or other voucher covering any expenditure from any appropriation for the Senate Office Building, or for any other building or activity, unless the obligation involved was incurred by him or under his direction. ( June 8, 1942, ch. 396 56 Stat. 343  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 174e of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1867. Advancement and reimbursement of expenses for flying American flags and providing certification services therefor  On and after November 19, 1995 ( Pub. L. 10453, title I Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 528  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 166g of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Flag Office Revolving Fund Pub. L. 11531, div. I, title I,  1203 May 5, 2017 131 Stat. 581  (a)  Establishment There is established in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund to be known as the Flag Office Revolving Fund (in this section referred to as the Fund) for services provided by the Flag Office of the Architect of the Capitol (in this section referred to as the Flag Office). (b)  Deposit of Fees The Architect of the Capitol shall deposit any fees charged for services described in subsection (a) into the Fund. (c)  Contents of Fund The Fund shall consist of the following amounts: (1) Amounts deposited by the Architect of the Capitol under subsection (b). (2) Any other amounts received by the Architect of the Capitol which are attributable to services provided by the Flag Office. (3) Such other amounts as may be appropriated under law. (d)  Use of Amounts in Fund Amounts in the Fund shall be available for disbursement by the Architect of the Capitol, without fiscal year limitation, for expenses in connection with the services provided by the Flag Office, including (1) supplies, inventories, equipment, and other expenses; (2) the reimbursement of any applicable appropriations account for amounts used from such appropriations account to pay the salaries of employees of the Flag Office; and (3) amounts necessary to carry out the authorized levels in the Fallen Heroes Flag Act of 2016 [ 2 U.S.C. 1881  1868. Semiannual compilation and report of expenditures (1) Commencing with the semiannual period beginning January 1, 1965 (2) The report by the Architect of the Capitol under paragraph (1) for the semiannual period beginning on January 1, 1976 July 1, 1976 September 30, 1976 September 30, 1976 ( Pub. L. 88454,  105(b) Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 551 Pub. L. 94303, title I,  118(c) June 1, 1976 90 Stat. 616  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 162b of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1976 Pub. L. 94303 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Termination of Reporting Requirements For termination, effective May 15, 2000 section 3003 of Pub. L. 10466 section 1113 of Title 31  1868a. Semiannual report of disbursements (a) Reports required Not later than 60 days after the last day of each semiannual period, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit to Congress, with respect to that period, a detailed, itemized report of the disbursements for the operations of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol. (b) Contents The report required by subsection (a) shall include (1) the name of each person who receives a payment from the Office of the Architect of the Capitol; (2) the quantity and price of any item furnished to the Office of the Architect of the Capitol; (3) a description of any service rendered to the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, together with a statement of the time required for the service, and the name, title, and amount paid to each person who renders the service; (4) a statement of all amounts appropriated to, or received or expended by, the Office of the Architect of the Capitol and any unexpended balances of such amounts; (5) the information submitted to the Comptroller General under section 3523(b) of title 31 (6) such additional information as may be required by regulation of the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives or the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. (c) Printing Each report under this section shall be printed as a House document. (d) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to the semiannual periods of January 1 through June 30 and July 1 through December 31 of each year, beginning with the semiannual period in which this section is enacted. ( Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  1301 Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 428  1869. Advance payments  During fiscal year 2008 and each succeeding fiscal year, following notification of the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the Senate, the Architect of the Capitol may make payments in advance for obligations of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol for subscription services if the Architect determines it to be more prompt, efficient, or economical to do so. ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1304 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2242  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2008, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008.  1870. House Historic Buildings Revitalization Trust Fund (a) Establishment There is hereby established in the Treasury of the United States, as an account for the Architect of the Capitol, the House Historic Buildings Revitalization Trust Fund (hereafter in this section referred to as the Fund). (b) Use of amounts Amounts in the Fund shall be used by the Architect of the Capitol for the revitalization of the major historical buildings and assets of the House of Representatives which the Architect is responsible for maintaining and preserving, except that the Architect may not obligate any amounts in the Fund without the approval of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (c) Continuing availability of funds Any amounts transferred to and merged with, or otherwise deposited into, the Fund shall remain available until expended. (d) Omitted (e) Effective date This section and the amendment made by this section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2010 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  1304 Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2035  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of section 1304 of Pub. L. 11168 section 1304 of Pub. L. 11168 section 5507 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2010, which is div. A of Pub. L. 11168  1871. Expired appropriations available for deposit into Employees Compensation Fund (a) In general Notwithstanding section 1101, available balances of expired Architect of the Capitol appropriations shall be available to the Architect of the Capitol to make the deposit to the credit of the Employees Compensation Fund required by section 8147(b) of title 5 (b) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to appropriations for fiscal year 2013 and each year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 1136, div. F, title VI,  1606 Mar. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 426  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 1101, referred to in subsec. (a), is section 1101 of title I of div. F of Pub. L. 1136, Mar. 26, 2013 127 Stat. 412  1872. Use of expired funds for unemployment compensation payments (a) Available balances of expired Architect of the Capitol appropriations shall be available to the Architect of the Capitol for reimbursing the Federal Employees Compensation Account (as established by section 1109 of title 42 (b) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2017 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 11531, div. I, title I,  1204 May 5, 2017 131 Stat. 581  1873. Acceptance of travel expenses from non-Federal sources (a) Permitting acceptance of expenses Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Architect of the Capitol may accept payment or authorize an employee of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol to accept payment on the Offices behalf from non-Federal sources for travel, subsistence, and related expenses with respect to attendance of the employee (or the spouse of such employee) at any meeting or similar function relating to the employees official duties. Any cash payment so accepted shall be credited to the appropriation applicable to such expenses. In the case of a payment in kind so accepted, a pro rata reduction shall be made in any entitlement of the employee to payment from the Government for such expenses. (b) Prohibiting acceptance from other sources Except as provided in this section or section 7342 of title 5 (1) may be required, in addition to any penalty provided by law, to repay, for deposit in the general fund of the Treasury, an amount equal to the amount of the payment so accepted; and (2) in the case of a repayment under paragraph (1), shall not be entitled to any payment from the Government for such expenses. (c) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2019 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  135 Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2937 SUBCHAPTER V CAPITOL-FLOWN FLAGS FOR FAMILIES OF FALLEN HEROES  1881. Definitions In this subchapter (1) the term Capitol-flown flag means a flag of the United States flown over the Capitol in honor of the deceased individual for whom the flag is requested; (2) the terms chaplain, firefighter, law enforcement officer, member of a rescue squad or ambulance crew, and public agency have the meanings given such terms in section 10284 of title 34 (3) the term immediate family member, with respect to an individual, means (A) the spouse, parent, brother, sister, or child of the individual or a person to whom the individual stands in loco parentis; or (B) any other person related to the individual by blood or marriage; (4) the term public safety officer means an individual serving a public agency in an official capacity, with or without compensation, as a law enforcement officer, as a firefighter, or as a chaplain; and (5) the term Representative includes a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress. ( Pub. L. 114156,  2 May 16, 2016 130 Stat. 391  1881a. Providing Capitol-flown flags for families of fallen heroes (a) In general At the request of an immediate family member of a firefighter, law enforcement officer, member of a rescue squad or ambulance crew, or public safety officer who died in the line of duty, the Representative or Senator of the family may provide to the family a Capitol-flown flag, together with the certificate described in subsection (c). (b) No cost to family A Capitol-flown flag provided under this section shall be provided at no cost to the family. (c) Certificate The certificate described in this subsection is a certificate which is signed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Representative, or the President pro tempore of the Senate and the Senator, providing the Capitol-flown flag, as applicable, and which contains an expression of sympathy for the family involved from the House of Representatives or the Senate, as applicable. ( Pub. L. 114156,  3 May 16, 2016 130 Stat. 391  1881b. Regulations and procedures (a) In general Not later than 30 days after May 16, 2016 (b) Review The regulations issued under subsection (a) shall take effect upon approval by the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 114156,  4 May 16, 2016 130 Stat. 392  1881c. Authorization of appropriations  There are authorized to be appropriated for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2028 such sums as may be necessary to carry out this subchapter, to be derived from amounts appropriated in each such fiscal year for the operation of the Architect of the Capitol, except that the aggregate amount appropriated to carry out this subchapter for all such fiscal years may not exceed $40,000. ( Pub. L. 114156,  5 May 16, 2016 130 Stat. 392 Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  131 Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4929  Editorial Notes Amendments 2022 Pub. L. 117328  1881d. Effective date  This subchapter shall take effect on May 16, 2016 section 1881a of this title section 1881b(a) of this title section 1881b(b) of this title ( Pub. L. 114156,  6 May 16, 2016 130 Stat. 392 CHAPTER 29 CAPITOL POLICE    SUBCHAPTER IORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION  Part AGeneral  Sec.  1901. Establishment; officer appointments.  1901a. Capitol Police Board.  1901b. Joint oversight hearings.  1902. Compensation of Chief.  1903. Chief Administrative Officer.  1904. Certifying officers.  1905. Deposit and use of reimbursements for law enforcement assistance.  1905a. Reimbursement for salaries paid for service at Federal Law Enforcement Training Center.  1905b. Notification of obligation.  1906. Disposal of surplus property.  1907. Transfer of disbursing function.  1907a. Authority to transfer amounts between salaries and general expenses.  1907b. Funds available for workers compensation payments.  1908. Legal representation authority.  1909. Inspector General for the United States Capitol Police.  1910. Report of disbursements.  1911. General Counsel to the Chief of Police and the United States Capitol Police.  1912. Volunteer chaplain services.  Part BCompensation and Other Personnel Matters  1921. Repealed.  1921a. Sole and exclusive authority of Board and Chief to determine rates of pay.  1922. Unified payroll administration.  1923. Unified schedules of rates of basic pay and leave system.  1924 1925. Repealed.  1926. Educational assistance program for employees.  1927. Bonuses, retention allowances, and additional compensation.  1928 1929. Repealed.  1930. Applicable pay rate upon appointment.  1931. Additional compensation for employees with specialty assignments and proficiencies.  1932. Application of premium pay limits on annualized basis.  1933. Clarification of authorities regarding certain personnel benefits.  1934. Waiver by Chief of Capitol Police of claims arising out of erroneous payments to officers and employees.  Part CUniform and Arms  1941. Uniform.  1942. Uniform to display United States flag or colors.  1943. Repealed.  1944. Wearing uniform on duty.  Part DUnited States Capitol Police Memorial Fund  1951. Establishment of United States Capitol Police Memorial Fund.  1952. Payments from Fund for families of Detective Gibson and Private First Class Chestnut and certain other United States Capitol Police employees.  1953. Tax treatment of Fund.  1954. Administration by Capitol Police Board.  SUBCHAPTER IIPOWERS AND DUTIES  1961. Policing of Capitol Buildings and Grounds.  1962. Detail of police.  1963. Protection of grounds.  1964. Security systems for Capitol buildings and grounds.  1965. Maintenance of security systems for Capitol buildings and grounds.  1965a. Prohibition on use of funds for installation of permanent fencing on Capitol Grounds.  1966. Protection of Members of Congress, officers of Congress, and members of their families.  1966a. Protection of former Speakers of the House of Representatives.  1967. Law enforcement authority.  1968. Citation release.  1969. Regulation of traffic by Capitol Police Board.  1970. Assistance by Executive departments and agencies.  1971. Contributions of meals and refreshments during emergency duty.  1972. Contributions of comfort and other incidental items and services during emergency duty.  1973. Support and maintenance expenditures during emergency duty.  1974. Capitol Police special officers.  1975. Overseas travel.  1975a. Overseas travel to accompany members of House leadership.  1976. Acceptance of donations of animals.  1977. Settlement and payment of tort claims.  1978. Deployment outside of jurisdiction.  1979. Release of security information.  1980. Mounted horse unit.  1981. Advance payments.  1982. Acceptance of surplus or obsolete property. SUBCHAPTER I ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION Part A General  1901. Establishment; officer appointments  There shall be a Capitol police. There shall be a captain of the Capitol police and such other members with such rates of compensation, respectively, as may be appropriated for by Congress from year to year. The Capitol Police shall be headed by a Chief who shall be appointed by the Capitol Police Board and shall serve at the pleasure of the Board. (R.S.  1821; Apr. 28, 1902, ch. 594 32 Stat. 124 June 28, 1943, ch. 173 57 Stat. 230 Pub. L. 96152,  1(a) Dec. 20, 1979 93 Stat. 1099 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1018(h)(1) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 368 Pub. L. 111145,  6(e)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 206 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section was a composite of provisions of R.S.  1821, act Apr. 28, 1902 June 28, 1943 Apr. 28, 1902 June 28, 1943 Pub. L. 111145,  6(e)(1) R.S.  1821 derived from acts Mar. 2, 1867, ch. 167,  2 14 Stat. 466 Mar. 3, 1873, ch. 226 17 Stat. 488 Amendments 2010 Pub. L. 111145,  6(e)(3) Pub. L. 111145,  6(e)(2) Pub. L. 1087,  1018(h)(1) Pub. L. 111145,  6(e)(1) 2003 Pub. L. 1087,  1018(h)(1) Pub. L. 111145,  6(e)(2) 1979 Pub. L. 96152 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Pub. L. 111145,  6(d) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54  (1)  Repeal of duplicate provisions Effective as if included in the enactment of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2008 ( Public Law 110161 (2)  No effect on other act Nothing in paragraph (1) may be construed to prevent the enactment or implementation of any provision of the U.S. Capitol Police and Library of Congress Police Merger Implementation Act of 2007 ( Public Law 110178 Pub. L. 111145,  6(e)(4) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 55 The amendments made by this subsection [amending this section] shall take effect as if included in the enactment of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003 [ Pub. L. 1087, div. H Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 1087 Feb. 20, 2003 section 1907(i) of this title Effective Date of 1979 Amendment Pub. L. 96152,  7 Dec. 20, 1979 93 Stat. 1100 This Act [enacting section 1902 of this title Short Title of 2021 Amendment Pub. L. 11777,  1 Dec. 22, 2021 135 Stat. 1522 This Act [enacting section 1901b of this title section 1970 of this title Short Title of 2017 Amendment Pub. L. 11545,  1 Aug. 4, 2017 131 Stat. 956 This Act [amending sections 1951, 1952, and 1954 of this title] may be cited as the Wounded Officers Recovery Act of 2017. Short Title of 2010 Amendment Pub. L. 111145,  1 Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 49 This Act [see Tables for classification] may be cited as the United States Capitol Police Administrative Technical Corrections Act of 2009. Short Title of 2008 Amendment Pub. L. 110178,  1 Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2546 This Act [enacting sections 141b and 143c of this title, amending sections 167i, 167j, 182b, 185, and 1961 of this title and sections 5101, 5102, and 5104 of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, repealing sections 167 to 167h of this title, enacting provisions set out as notes under this section and sections 167 and 182b of this title, and repealing provisions set out as notes under this section] may be cited as the U.S. Capitol Police and Library of Congress Police Merger Implementation Act of 2007. Short Title of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(a) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2227 section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54 Designation of Capitol Police Wellness Program Pub. L. 11731, title III,  301 July 30, 2021 135 Stat. 313  (a)  Application of Law The wellness program of the United States Capitol Police shall be known and designated as the Howard C. Liebengood Center for Wellness. (b)  Effective Date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2021 and each succeeding fiscal year. Capitol Police Board Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1014 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 361 section 1901a of this title Transfer of Library of Congress Police to Capitol Police Pub. L. 110178 Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2546  SEC. 2. TRANSFER OF PERSONNEL. (a)  Transfers. (1)  Library of congress police employees Effective on the employees transfer date, each Library of Congress Police employee shall be transferred to the United States Capitol Police and shall become either a member or civilian employee of the Capitol Police, as determined by the Chief of the Capitol Police under subsection (b). (2)  Library of congress police civilian employees Effective on the employees transfer date, each Library of Congress Police civilian employee shall be transferred to the United States Capitol Police and shall become a civilian employee of the Capitol Police. (b)  Treatment of Library of Congress Police Employees. (1)  Determination of status within capitol police. (A)  Eligibility to serve as members of the capitol police A Library of Congress Police employee shall become a member of the Capitol Police on the employees transfer date if the Chief of the Capitol Police determines and issues a written certification that the employee meets each of the following requirements: (i) Based on the assumption that such employee would perform a period of continuous Federal service after the transfer date, the employee would be entitled to an annuity for immediate retirement under section 8336(b) or 8412(b) of title 5, United States Code (as determined by taking into account paragraph (3)(A)), on the date such employee becomes 60 years of age. (ii) During the transition period, the employee successfully completes training, as determined by the Chief of the Capitol Police. (iii) The employee meets the qualifications required to be a member of the Capitol Police, as determined by the Chief of the Capitol Police. (B)  Service as civilian employee of capitol police If the Chief of the Capitol Police determines that a Library of Congress Police employee does not meet the eligibility requirements, the employee shall become a civilian employee of the Capitol Police on the employees transfer date. (C)  Finality of determinations Any determination of the Chief of the Capitol Police under this paragraph shall not be appealable or reviewable in any manner. (D)  Deadline for determinations The Chief of the Capitol Police shall complete the determinations required under this paragraph for all Library of Congress Police employees not later than September 30, 2009 (2)  Exemption from mandatory separation Section 8335(c) or 8425(c) of title 5, United States Code, shall not apply to any Library of Congress Police employee who becomes a member of the Capitol Police under this subsection, until the earlier of (A) the date on which the individual is entitled to an annuity for immediate retirement under section 8336(b) or 8412(b) of title 5, United States Code; or (B) the date on which the individual (i) is 57 years of age or older; and (ii) is entitled to an annuity for immediate retirement under section 8336(m) or 8412(d) of title 5, United States Code, (as determined by taking into account paragraph (3)(A)). (3)  Treatment of prior creditable service for retirement purposes. (A)  Prior service for purposes of eligibility for immediate retirement as member of capitol police Any Library of Congress Police employee who becomes a member of the Capitol Police under this subsection shall be entitled to have any creditable service under section 8332 or 8411 of title 5, United States Code, that was accrued prior to becoming a member of the Capitol Police included in calculating the employees service as a member of the Capitol Police for purposes of section 8336(m) or 8412(d) of title 5, United States Code. (B)  Prior service for purposes of computation of annuity Any creditable service under section 8332 or 8411 of title 5, United States Code, of an individual who becomes a member of the Capitol Police under this subsection that was accrued prior to becoming a member of the Capitol Police (i) shall be treated and computed as employee service under section 8339 or section 8415 of such title; but (ii) shall not be treated as service as a member of the Capitol Police or service as a congressional employee for purposes of applying any formula under section 8339(b), 8339(q), 8415(c), or 8415(d) of such title under which a percentage of the individuals average pay is multiplied by the years (or other period) of such service. (c)  Duties of Employees Transferred to Civilian Positions. (1)  Duties The duties of any individual who becomes a civilian employee of the Capitol Police under this section, including a Library of Congress Police civilian employee under subsection (a)(2) and a Library of Congress Police employee who becomes a civilian employee of the Capitol Police under subsection (b)(1)(B), shall be determined solely by the Chief of the Capitol Police, except that a Library of Congress Police civilian employee under subsection (a)(2) shall continue to support Library of Congress police operations until all Library of Congress Police employees are transferred to the United States Capitol Police under this section. (2)  Finality of determinations Any determination of the Chief of the Capitol Police under this subsection shall not be appealable or reviewable in any manner. (d)  Protecting Status of Transferred Employees. (1)  Nonreduction in pay, rank, or grade The transfer of any individual under this section shall not cause that individual to be separated or reduced in basic pay, rank or grade. (2)  Leave and compensatory time Any annual leave, sick leave, or other leave, or compensatory time, to the credit of an individual transferred under this section shall be transferred to the credit of that individual as a member or an employee of the Capitol Police (as the case may be). The treatment of leave or compensatory time transferred under this section shall be governed by regulations of the Capitol Police Board. (3)  Prohibiting imposition of probationary period The Chief of the Capitol Police may not impose a period of probation with respect to the transfer of any individual who is transferred under this section. (e)  Rules of Construction Relating to Employee Representation. (1)  Employee representation Nothing in this Act [see Short Title of 2008 Amendment note set out above] shall be construed to authorize any labor organization that represented an individual who was a Library of Congress police employee or a Library of Congress police civilian employee before the individuals transfer date to represent that individual as a member of the Capitol Police or an employee of the Capitol Police after the individuals transfer date. (2)  Agreements not applicable Nothing in this Act shall be construed to authorize any collective bargaining agreement (or any related court order, stipulated agreement, or agreement to the terms or conditions of employment) applicable to Library of Congress police employees or to Library of Congress police civilian employees to apply to members of the Capitol Police or to civilian employees of the Capitol Police. (f)  Rule of Construction Relating to Personnel Authority of the Chief of the Capitol Police Nothing in this Act shall be construed to affect the authority of the Chief of the Capitol Police to (1) terminate the employment of a member of the Capitol Police or a civilian employee of the Capitol Police; or (2) transfer any individual serving as a member of the Capitol Police or a civilian employee of the Capitol Police to another position with the Capitol Police. (g)  Transfer Date Defined In this Act, the term transfer date means, with respect to an employee (1) in the case of a Library of Congress Police employee who becomes a member of the Capitol Police, the first day of the first pay period applicable to members of the United States Capitol Police which begins after the date on which the Chief of the Capitol Police issues the written certification for the employee under subsection (b)(1); (2) in the case of a Library of Congress Police employee who becomes a civilian employee of the Capitol Police, the first day of the first pay period applicable to employees of the United States Capitol Police which begins after September 30, 2009 (3) in the case of a Library of Congress Police civilian employee, the first day of the first pay period applicable to employees of the United States Capitol Police which begins after September 30, 2008 (h)  Cancellation in Portion of Unobligated Balance of FEDLINK Revolving Fund Amounts available for obligation by the Librarian of Congress as of the date of the enactment of this Act [ Jan. 7, 2008 2 U.S.C. 182c SEC. 3. TRANSITION PROVISIONS. (a)  Transfer and Allocations of Property and Appropriations. (1)  In general Effective on the transfer date of any Library of Congress Police employee and Library of Congress Police civilian employee who is transferred under this Act [see Short Title of 2008 Amendment note set out above] (A) the assets, liabilities, contracts, property, and records associated with the employee shall be transferred to the Capitol Police; and (B) the unexpended balances of appropriations, authorizations, allocations, and other funds employed, used, held, arising from, available to, or to be made available in connection with the employee shall be transferred to and made available under the appropriations accounts for the Capitol Police for Salaries and General Expenses, as applicable. (2)  Joint review During the transition period, the Chief of the Capitol Police and the Librarian of Congress shall conduct a joint review of the assets, liabilities, contracts, property records, and unexpended balances of appropriations, authorizations, allocations, and other funds employed, used, held, arising from, available to, or to be made available in connection with the transfer under this Act. (b)  Treatment of Alleged Violations of Certain Employment Laws With Respect to Transferred Individuals. (1)  In general Notwithstanding any other provision of law and except as provided in paragraph (3), in the case of an alleged violation of any covered law (as defined in paragraph (4)) which is alleged to have occurred prior to the transfer date with respect to an individual who is transferred under this Act, and for which the individual has not exhausted all of the remedies available for the consideration of the alleged violation which are provided for employees of the Library of Congress under the covered law prior to the transfer date, the following shall apply: (A) The individual may not initiate any procedure which is available for the consideration of the alleged violation of the covered law which is provided for employees of the Library of Congress under the covered law. (B) To the extent that the individual has initiated any such procedure prior to the transfer date, the procedure shall terminate and have no legal effect. (C) Subject to paragraph (2), the individual may initiate and participate in any procedure which is available for the resolution of grievances of officers and employees of the Capitol Police under the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1301 (2)  Special rules for applying congressional accountability act of 1995 In applying paragraph (1)(C) with respect to an individual to whom this subsection applies, for purposes of the consideration of the alleged violation under the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 (A) the date of the alleged violation shall be the individuals transfer date; (B) notwithstanding the third sentence of section 402(a) of such Act ( 2 U.S.C. 1402(a) (C) the employing office of the individual at the time of the alleged violation shall be the Capitol Police Board. (3)  Exception for alleged violations subject to hearing prior to transfer Paragraph (1) does not apply with respect to an alleged violation for which a hearing has commenced in accordance with the covered law on or before the transfer date. (4)  Covered law defined In this subsection, a covered law is any law for which the remedy for an alleged violation is provided for officers and employees of the Capitol Police under the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1301 (c)  Availability of Detailees During Transition Period During the transition period, the Chief of the Capitol Police may detail additional members of the Capitol Police to the Library of Congress, without reimbursement. (d)  Effect on Existing Memorandum of Understanding The Memorandum of Understanding between the Library of Congress and the Capitol Police entered into on December 12, 2004 (1) the provisions of this Act; and (2) such modifications as may be made in accordance with the modification and dispute resolution provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding, consistent with the provisions of this Act. (e)  Rule of Construction Relating to Personnel Authority of the Librarian of Congress Nothing in this Act shall be construed to affect the authority of the Librarian of Congress to (1) terminate the employment of a Library of Congress Police employee or Library of Congress Police civilian employee; or (2) transfer any individual serving in a Library of Congress Police employee position or Library of Congress Police civilian employee position to another position at the Library of Congress. SEC. 8. DEFINITIONS. In this Act [see Short Title of 2008 Amendment note set out above] (1) the term Act of August 4, 1950 2 U.S.C. 167 (2) the term Library of Congress Police employee means an employee of the Library of Congress designated as police under the first section of the Act of August 4, 1950 2 U.S.C. 167 (3) the term Library of Congress Police civilian employee means an employee of the Library of Congress Office of Security and Emergency Preparedness who provides direct administrative support to, and is supervised by, the Library of Congress Police, but shall not include an employee of the Library of Congress who performs emergency preparedness or collections control and preservation functions; and (4) the term transition period means the period the first day of which is the date of the enactment of this Act [ Jan. 7, 2008 September 30, 2009 Similar provisions were contained in Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(b) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2227 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54 Pub. L. 10883, title I,  1006 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1023 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  1002 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3179 Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1006(a) Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 576 section 1015 of Pub. L. 1087 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(g) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2236 Pub. L. 110178,  7 Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2554 Oct. 1, 2009 Pub. L. 110161,  1004 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1015 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 362 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(g) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2236 Pub. L. 110178,  7 Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2554 Oct. 1, 2009 Pub. L. 110161,  1004 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54 Long Term Strategic Plan Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1019 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 369  (a)  Long Term Strategic Plan. (1)  In general The Chief of the United States Capitol Police, in consultation with the Comptroller General, shall develop a long term strategic plan which outlines the goals and objectives of the Capitol Police. (2)  Annual update During the period in which the strategic plan developed under this subsection is in effect, the Chief shall annually update the plan. (3)  Period covered by plan The strategic plan under this subsection shall cover the first 5 fiscal years which begin after the plan is developed. (b)  Annual Performance Plan. (1)  In general With respect to each year which is covered by the strategic plan developed under subsection (a), the Chief of the Capitol Police, in consultation with the Comptroller General, shall develop an annual performance plan for implementing the goals and objectives of the strategic plan during the year. (2)  Contents The annual performance plan developed under this subsection for a year shall include performance goals for each of the goals and objectives of the strategic plan which apply during the year, and shall include (to the extent practicable) quantifiable performance measures for determining the success of the Capitol Police in meeting each such performance goal. (3)  Evaluation by comptroller general The Comptroller General shall annually evaluate the implementation of the plan and the extent to which the Capitol Police have met the performance goals of the plan, and shall provide the results of the evaluation to the Capitol Police Board, the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate, the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. (c)  Initial Action Plan Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Feb. 20, 2003 Compensation of Assistant Chief of Capitol Police Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  907(b) Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2319 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1013(b) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 361 The annual rate of pay for the Assistant Chief of the Capitol Police shall be the amount equal to $1,000 less than the annual rate of pay in effect for the Chief of the Capitol Police. Selection of Privates Similar provisions as to the selection of privates were contained in the following acts: June 8, 1942, ch. 396 56 Stat. 340 July 1, 1941, ch. 268 55 Stat. 456 June 18, 1940, ch. 396 54 Stat. 471 June 16, 1939, ch. 208 53 Stat. 831 May 17, 1938, ch. 236 52 Stat. 389 May 18, 1937, ch. 223 50 Stat. 178 Apr. 17, 1936, ch. 233 49 Stat. 1223 July 8, 1935, ch. 374 49 Stat. 468 May 30, 1934, ch. 372 48 Stat. 826 Feb. 28, 1933, ch. 134 47 Stat. 1359 June 30, 1932, ch. 314 47 Stat. 390 Feb. 20, 1931, ch. 234 46 Stat. 1182 June 6, 1930, ch. 407 46 Stat. 512 Feb. 28, 1929, ch. 367 45 Stat. 1394 May 14, 1928, ch. 551 45 Stat. 524 Feb. 23, 1927, ch. 168 44 Stat. 1154 May 13, 1926, ch. 294 44 Stat. 545 Mar. 4, 1925, ch. 549 43 Stat. 1294 June 7, 1924, ch. 303 43 Stat. 586 Feb. 20, 1923, ch. 98 42 Stat. 1272 Mar. 20, 1922, ch. 103 42 Stat. 429 Capitol Police Civilian Support Positions With Respect to the House of Representatives House Resolution No. 199, One Hundred Second Congress, Aug. 1, 1991 Pub. L. 102392, title I,  102 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1710 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(9)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1749 Director of Employment Practices Under Capitol Police Board House Resolution No. 420, One Hundred First Congress, June 26, 1990 Pub. L. 101520, title I,  105 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2262 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(9)(C) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1749 General Counsel to Chief of Capitol Police House Resolution No. 661, Ninety-fifth Congress, July 29, 1977 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 777 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(9)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1749 Pub. L. 111145,  3(a)(4) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 52  1901a. Capitol Police Board (a) Capitol Police Board; composition; redefining mission (1) Purpose The purpose of the Capitol Police Board is to oversee and support the Capitol Police in its mission and to advance coordination between the Capitol Police and the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives and the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, in their law enforcement capacities, and the Congress. Consistent with this purpose, the Capitol Police Board shall establish general goals and objectives covering its major functions and operations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of its operations. (2) Composition The Capitol Police Board shall consist of the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, the Chief of the Capitol Police, and the Architect of the Capitol. The Chief of Capitol Police shall serve in an ex-officio capacity and be a non-voting member of the Board. (b) Initial review and report Not later than 180 days after February 20, 2003 (1) examine the mission of the Capitol Police Board and, based on that analysis, redefine the Capitol Police Boards mission, mission-related processes, and administrative processes; (2) conduct an assessment of the effectiveness and usefulness of its statutory functions in contributing to the Capitol Police Boards ability to carry out its mission and meet its goals, including an explanation of the reasons for any determination that the statutory functions are appropriate and advisable in terms of its purpose, mission, and long-term goals; and (3) submit to the Speaker and minority leader of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore and minority leader of the Senate a report on the results of its examination and assessment, including recommendations for any legislation that the Capitol Police Board considers appropriate and necessary. (c) Executive Assistant (1) Establishment There shall be established in the Capitol Police an Executive Assistant for the Capitol Police Board to act as a central point for communication and enhance the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the Capitol Police Boards administrative activities. (2) Appointment The Executive Assistant shall be appointed by the Chief of the Capitol Police in consultation with the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives and the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. (3) Duties The Executive Assistant shall be assigned to, and report to, the Chairman of the Board. The Executive Assistant shall assist the Capitol Police Board in developing, documenting, and implementing a clearly defined process for additional tasks assigned to the Capitol Police Board under this section, and shall perform any additional duties assigned by the Capitol Police Board. (d) Documentation (1) Functions and processes The Capitol Police Board shall document its functions and processes, including its mission statement, policies, directives, and operating procedures established or revised under subsection (a)(1) or (b), and make such documentation available for examination to the Speaker and minority leader of the House of Representatives, the President pro tempore and minority leader of the Senate, the Chief of the Capitol Police, and the Comptroller General. (2) Meetings The Capitol Police Board shall document Board meetings and make the documentation available for distribution to the Speaker and minority leader of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore and minority leader of the Senate. (e) Assistance of Comptroller General Upon request, the Comptroller General shall provide assistance to the Capitol Police Board in carrying out its responsibilities under this subsection. 1 1 (f) References in law; effect on other laws (1) Any reference in any law or resolution in effect as of February 20, 2003 (2) Nothing in this section shall be construed to affect the jurisdiction, powers, or prerogatives of the Capitol Police Board or its individual members unless specifically provided herein. ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1014 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 361  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly set out as a note under section 1901 of this title  1901b. Joint oversight hearings (a) In General The Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives (referred to in this section as the Committees) are authorized to jointly conduct oversight hearings regarding the Capitol Police Board and may request the attendance of all members of the Capitol Police Board at any such hearing. Members of the Capitol Police Board shall attend a joint hearing under this section, as requested and under such rules or procedures as may be adopted by the Committees. (b) Timing The Committees may conduct oversight hearings under this section as determined appropriate by the Committees, but shall conduct not less than one oversight hearing under this section during each Congress. ( Pub. L. 11777,  3 Dec. 22, 2021 135 Stat. 1523  1902. Compensation of Chief  The annual rate of pay for the Chief of the Capitol Police shall be the amount equal to the annual rate of basic pay for level II of the Executive Schedule under section 5313 of title 5 ( Pub. L. 96152,  1(c) Dec. 20, 1979 93 Stat. 1099 Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  109(a)] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  907(a) Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2319 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1013(a) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 361 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(E) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775 Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title II,  212(b) Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 526  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 2061 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2022Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 117103 section 5313 of title 5 section 4575(f) of this title 2019 Pub. L. 11694 section 4575(f) of this title 2003 Pub. L. 1087 2002 Pub. L. 107117 2000 Pub. L. 106554 section 5315 of title 5 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2022 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 117103 Mar. 15, 2022 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 117103 section 1802 of this title Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1013(d) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 361 The amendments made by this section [amending this section, section 1903 of this title section 1901 of this title Feb. 20, 2003 Effective Date of 2002 Amendment Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  907(c) Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2319 This section [amending this section and enacting provisions set out as a note under section 1901 of this title Jan. 10, 2002 Effective Date of 2000 Amendment Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  109(b)] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to pay periods beginning on or after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Dec. 21, 2000 Effective Date Section effective Feb. 1, 1980 section 7 of Pub. L. 96152 section 1901 of this title  1903. Chief Administrative Officer (a) Chief Administrative Officer (1) Establishment There shall be within the United States Capitol Police an Office of Administration, to be headed by the Chief Administrative Officer, who shall report to and serve at the pleasure of the Chief of the Capitol Police. (2) Appointment The Chief Administrative Officer shall be appointed by the Chief of the United States Capitol Police, after consultation with the Capitol Police Board, without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the position. (3) Compensation The annual rate of pay for the Chief Administrative Officer shall be the amount equal to $1,000 less than the annual rate of pay in effect for the Chief of the Capitol Police. (b) Responsibilities The Chief Administrative Officer shall have the following areas of responsibility: (1) Budgeting The Chief Administrative Officer shall (A) prepare and submit to the Capitol Police Board an annual budget for the Capitol Police; and (B) execute the budget and monitor through periodic examinations the execution of the Capitol Police budget in relation to actual obligations and expenditures. (2) Financial management The Chief Administrative Officer shall (A) oversee all financial management activities relating to the programs and operations of the Capitol Police; (B) develop and maintain an integrated accounting and financial system for the Capitol Police, including financial reporting and internal controls, which (i) complies with applicable accounting principles, standards, and requirements, and internal control standards; (ii) complies with any other requirements applicable to such systems; and (iii) provides for (I) complete, reliable, consistent, and timely information which is prepared on a uniform basis and which is responsive to financial information needs of the Capitol Police; (II) the development and reporting of cost information; (III) the integration of accounting and budgeting information; and (IV) the systematic measurement of performance; (C) direct, manage, and provide policy guidance and oversight of Capitol Police financial management personnel, activities, and operations, including (i) the recruitment, selection, and training of personnel to carry out Capitol Police financial management functions; and (ii) the implementation of Capitol Police asset management systems, including systems for cash management, debt collection, and property and inventory management and control; and (D) Prepare 1 1 (3) Information technology The Chief Administrative Officer shall (A) direct, coordinate, and oversee the acquisition, use, and management of information technology by the Capitol Police; (B) promote and oversee the use of information technology to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of programs of the Capitol Police; and (C) establish and enforce information technology principles, guidelines, and objectives, including developing and maintaining an information technology architecture for the Capitol Police. (4) Human resources The Chief Administrative Officer shall (A) direct, coordinate, and oversee human resources management activities of the Capitol Police; (B) develop and monitor payroll and time and attendance systems and employee services; and (C) develop and monitor processes for recruiting, selecting, appraising, and promoting employees. ( Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  108] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 106346,  101(a) [title V,  507(a)] Oct. 23, 2000 114 Stat. 1356 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  122(a) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 576 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1013(c) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 361 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1004(g) Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 575 Pub. L. 111145 Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 49  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 206a9 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2010Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 111145,  2(a)(1) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 111145,  2(a)(2) Subsecs. (d) to (g). Pub. L. 111145,  6(a) 2005Subsec. (b)(2)(D). Pub. L. 10955 2004Subsec. (a)(5). Pub. L. 108271 2003Subsec. (a)(4). Pub. L. 1087 2001Subsec. (a)(4). Pub. L. 10768 2000 Pub. L. 106346 Oct. 1, 2002 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2005 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 10955 Aug. 2, 2005 section 1909(f) of this title Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 1087 Feb. 20, 2003 section 1013(d) of Pub. L. 1087 section 1902 of this title Effective Date of 2001 Amendment Pub. L. 10768, title I,  122(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 576 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to pay periods beginning on or after October 1, 2001 Effective Date of 2000 Amendment Pub. L. 106346,  101(a) [title V,  507(b)] Oct. 23, 2000 114 Stat. 1356 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect as if included in the enactment of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2001 [H.R. 5657, as enacted by section 1(a)(2) of Pub. L. 106554 Construction of 2010 Amendment Pub. L. 111145,  2(a)(6) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 50 Nothing in the amendments made by this subsection [amending this section and sections 1301, 1904, and 1907 of this title and repealing sections 1928 and 1929 of this title] may be construed to affect the status of any individual serving as an officer or employee of the United States Capitol Police as of the date of the enactment of this Act [ Mar. 4, 2010  1904. Certifying officers (a) Appointment of certifying officers of the Capitol Police The Chief Administrative Officer of the United States Capitol Police, or when there is not a Chief Administrative Officer, the Chief of the Capitol Police, shall appoint certifying officers to certify all vouchers for payment from funds made available to the United States Capitol Police. (b) Responsibility and accountability of certifying officers (1) In general Each officer or employee of the Capitol Police who has been duly authorized in writing by the Chief Administrative Officer, or the Chief of the Capitol Police if there is not a Chief Administrative Officer, to certify vouchers pursuant to subsection (a) shall (A) be held responsible for the existence and correctness of the facts recited in the certificate or otherwise stated on the voucher or its supporting papers and for the legality of the proposed payment under the appropriation or fund involved; (B) be held responsible and accountable for the correctness of the computations of certified vouchers; and (C) be held accountable for and required to make good to the United States the amount of any illegal, improper, or incorrect payment resulting from any false, inaccurate, or misleading certificate made by such officer or employee, as well as for any payment prohibited by law or which did not represent a legal obligation under the appropriation or fund involved. (2) Relief by Comptroller General The Comptroller General may, at the Comptroller Generals discretion, relieve such certifying officer or employee of liability for any payment otherwise proper if the Comptroller General finds (A) that the certification was based on official records and that the certifying officer or employee did not know, and by reasonable diligence and inquiry could not have ascertained, the actual facts; or (B) that the obligation was incurred in good faith, that the payment was not contrary to any statutory provision specifically prohibiting payments of the character involved, and the United States has received value for such payment. (c) Enforcement of liability The liability of the certifying officers of the United States Capitol Police shall be enforced in the same manner and to the same extent as currently provided with respect to the enforcement of the liability of disbursing and other accountable officers, and such officers shall have the right to apply for and obtain a decision by the Comptroller General on any question of law involved in a payment on any vouchers presented to them for certification. ( Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  107] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 111145,  2(a)(3) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 49  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 207d of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2010Subsecs. (a), (b)(1). Pub. L. 111145  1905. Deposit and use of reimbursements for law enforcement assistance (a) (1) Any funds received by the Capitol Police as reimbursement for law enforcement assistance from any Federal, State, or local government agency (including any agency of the District of Columbia), and from any other source in the case of assistance provided in connection with an activity that was not sponsored by Congress shall be deposited in the United States Treasury for credit to the appropriation for general expenses under the heading United States Capitol Police, or security enhancements under the heading United States Capitol Police. (2) Funds deposited under this subsection may be expended by the Chief of the United States Capitol Police for any authorized purpose, including overtime pay expenditures relating to any law enforcement assistance for which reimbursement described in paragraph (1) is made, and shall remain available until expended. (b) This section shall take effect on July 24, 2001 ( Pub. L. 10720, title II,  2802 July 24, 2001 115 Stat. 184 Pub. L. 111145,  2(b)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 51 Pub. L. 114113, div. I, title I,  1001(a) Dec. 18, 2015 129 Stat. 2663  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 207e of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2001. Amendments 2015Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 114113,  1001(a) Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 114113,  1001(b) 2010Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 111145,  2(b)(1)(A) Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 111145,  2(b)(1)(B) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2015 Amendment Pub. L. 114113, div. I, title I,  1001(c) Dec. 18, 2015 129 Stat. 2663 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall only apply with respect to any reimbursement received before, on, or after the date of the enactment of the Act [ Dec. 18, 2015 Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Pub. L. 111145,  2(b)(2) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 51 The amendments made by paragraph (1) [amending this section] shall take effect as if included in the enactment of the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2001 [ Pub. L. 10720  1905a. Reimbursement for salaries paid for service at Federal Law Enforcement Training Center  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Chief of the Capitol Police is authorized to receive moneys from the Department of the Treasury as reimbursements for salaries paid by the Capitol Police in connection with certain officers and members of the United States Capitol Police serving as instructors at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. Moneys so received shall be deposited in the Treasury of the United States as miscellaneous receipts. ( Pub. L. 9526, title I,  111 May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 87 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1018(h)(3) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 369  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 643 of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1977. Amendments 2003 Pub. L. 1087 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 1087 Feb. 20, 2003 section 1907(i) of this title  Transfer of Functions For transfer of functions, personnel, assets, and liabilities of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center of the Department of the Treasury to the Secretary of Homeland Security, and for treatment of related references, see sections 203(4), 551(d), 552(d), and 557 of Title 6, Domestic Security, and the Department of Homeland Security Reorganization Plan of November 25, 2002 section 542 of Title 6  1905b. Notification of obligation (a) Beginning on March 15, 2022 section 1905(a)(2) of this title (b) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2022 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  120 Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 513  1906. Disposal of surplus property (a) In general Within the limits of available appropriations, the Capitol Police may dispose of surplus or obsolete property of the Capitol Police, and property which is in the possession of the Capitol Police because it has been disposed, forfeited, voluntarily abandoned, or unclaimed, by interagency transfer, donation, sale, trade-in, or other appropriate method. (b) Amounts received Any amounts received by the Capitol Police from the disposition of property under subsection (a) shall be credited to the account established for the general expenses of the Capitol Police, and shall be available to carry out the purposes of such account during the fiscal year in which the amounts are received and the following fiscal year. (c) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2003 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1003 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 357 Pub. L. 11531, div. I, title I,  1001(a) May 5, 2017 131 Stat. 578  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of Pub. L. 1087 Amendments 2017Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11531 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2017 Amendment Pub. L. 11531, div. I, title I,  1001(c) May 5, 2017 131 Stat. 578 This section [enacting section 1982 of this title  1907. Transfer of disbursing function (a) In general (1) Disbursing officer The Chief of the Capitol Police shall be the disbursing officer for the Capitol Police. Any reference in any law or resolution before February 20, 2003 (2) Transfer Any statutory function, duty, or authority of the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives or the Secretary of the Senate as disbursing officers for the Capitol Police shall transfer to the Chief of the Capitol Police as the single disbursing officer for the Capitol Police. (3) Continuity of function during transition Until such time as the Chief notifies the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and the Secretary of the Senate that systems are in place for discharging the disbursing functions under this subsection, the House of Representatives and the Senate shall continue to serve as the disbursing authority on behalf of the Capitol Police. (b) Treasury accounts (1) Salaries (A) In general There is established in the Treasury of the United States a separate account for the Capitol Police, into which shall be deposited appropriations received by the Chief of the Capitol Police and available for the salaries of the Capitol Police. (B) Transfer authority during transition Until such time as the Chief notifies the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and the Secretary of the Senate that systems are in place for discharging the disbursing functions under subsection (a), the Chief shall have the authority to transfer amounts in the account to the House of Representatives and the Senate to the extent necessary to enable the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and the Secretary of the Senate to continue to serve as the disbursing authority on behalf of the Capitol Police pursuant to subsection (a)(3). (2) General expenses There is established in the Treasury of the United States a separate account for the Capitol Police, into which shall be deposited appropriations received by the Chief of the Capitol Police and available for the general expenses of the Capitol Police. (c) Transfer of funds, assets, accounts, records, and authority (1) In general The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and the Secretary of the Senate are authorized and directed to transfer to the Chief of the Capitol Police all funds, assets, accounts, and copies of original records of the Capitol Police that are in the possession or under the control of the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives or the Secretary of the Senate in order that all such items may be available for the unified operation of the Capitol Police. Any funds so transferred shall be deposited in the Treasury accounts established under subsection (b) and be available to the Chief of the Capitol Police for the same purposes as, and in like manner and subject to the same conditions as, the funds prior to the transfer. (2) Existing transfer authority Any transfer authority existing before February 20, 2003 (d) Unexpended balances Except as may otherwise be provided in law, the unexpended balances of appropriations for the fiscal year 2003 and succeeding fiscal years that are subject to disbursement by the Chief of the Capitol Police shall be withdrawn as of September 30 of the fifth fiscal year following the period or year for which provided. Unpaid obligations chargeable to any of the balances so withdrawn or appropriations for prior years shall be liquidated from any appropriations for the same general purpose, which, at the time of payment, are available for disbursement. (e) Hiring authority; eligibility for same benefits as House employees (1) Authority (A) In general The Chief of the Capitol Police, in carrying out the duties of office, is authorized to appoint, hire, suspend with or without pay, discipline, discharge, and set the terms, conditions, and privileges of employment of employees of the Capitol Police, subject to and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. (B) Special rule for terminations The Chief may terminate an officer, member, or employee only after the Chief has provided notice of the termination to the Capitol Police Board (in such manner as the Board may from time to time require) and the Board has approved the termination, except that if the Board has not disapproved the termination prior to the expiration of the 30-day period which begins on the date the Board receives the notice, the Board shall be deemed to have approved the termination. (C) Notice or approval The Chief of the Capitol Police shall provide notice or receive approval, as required by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, as each Committee determines appropriate for (i) the exercise of any authority under subparagraph (A); or (ii) the establishment of any new position for officers, members, or employees of the Capitol Police, for reclassification of existing positions, for reorganization plans, or for hiring, termination, or promotion for officers, members, or employees of the Capitol Police. (2) Benefits Employees of the Capitol Police who are appointed by the Chief under the authority of this subsection shall be subject to the same type of benefits (including the payment of death gratuities, the withholding of debt, and health, retirement, Social Security, and other applicable employee benefits) as are provided to employees of the House of Representatives, and any such individuals serving as employees of the Capitol Police as of February 20, 2003 (f) Repealed. Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  1002(b) Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 424 (g) Effect on existing law (1) In general The provisions of this section shall not be construed to reduce the pay or benefits of any employee of the Capitol Police whose pay was disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives or the Secretary of the Senate before February 20, 2003 (2) Superseding provisions All provisions of law inconsistent with this section are hereby superseded to the extent of the inconsistency. (h) Omitted (i) Effective date This section and the amendments made by this section shall take effect on February 20, 2003 ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1018 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 366 Pub. L. 111145,  2(a)(4)(A) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 49 Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  1002(b) Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 424  Editorial Notes  References in Text For the amendments made by this section, referred to in subsec. (i), see Codification note below. Codification Section is comprised of section 1018 of div. H of Pub. L. 1087 section 1018 of Pub. L. 1087 section 1921 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of Pub. L. 1087 Amendments 2014 Pub. L. 11376 2010Subsec. (e)(1). Pub. L. 111145 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2014 Amendment Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  1002(c) Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 424 This section [enacting section 1907b of this title  1907a. Authority to transfer amounts between salaries and general expenses  During fiscal year 2014 and any succeeding fiscal year, the Capitol Police may transfer amounts appropriated for the fiscal year between the category for salaries and the category for general expenses, upon the approval of the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate. ( Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  1001 Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 424  1907b. Funds available for workers compensation payments  Available balances of expired United States Capitol Police appropriations shall be available to the Capitol Police to make the deposit to the credit of the Employees Compensation Fund required by section 8147(b) of title 5 ( Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  1002(a) Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 424  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to appropriations for fiscal year 2014 and each fiscal year thereafter, see section 1002(c) of Pub. L. 11376 section 1907 of this title  1908. Legal representation authority (a) In general (1) Authorization of representation Any counsel described under paragraph (2) may for the purposes of providing legal assistance and representation to the United States Capitol Police Board or the United States Capitol Police enter an appearance in any proceeding before any court of the United States or of any State or political subdivision thereof, without compliance with any requirement for admission to practice before such court. (2) Counsel Paragraph (1) refers to (A) the General Counsel to the Chief of Police and the United States Capitol Police; (B) the Employment Counsel to the Chief of Police and the United States Capitol Police; (C) any attorney employed in the Office of the General Counsel for the United States Capitol Police or the Office of Employment Counsel for the United States Capitol Police; (D) the counsel for, or any attorney employed by, any successor office of either office described under subparagraph (C); and (E) any attorney retained by contract with either office described under subparagraph (C). (b) Limitations (1) Direction for appearance Entrance of appearance authorized under subsection (a) shall be subject to the direction of the Capitol Police Board. (2) United States Supreme Court The authority under subsection (a) shall not apply with respect to the admission of any person to practice before the United States Supreme Court. (c) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2004, and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 10883, title I,  1002 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1020 Pub. L. 111145 Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 52  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2004. Amendments 2010Subsec. (a)(2)(A). Pub. L. 111145,  3(b)(1) Subsec. (a)(2)(B). Pub. L. 111145,  4(a)(1) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Construction of 2010 Amendment Pub. L. 111145,  3(b)(2) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 52 Nothing in the amendment made by paragraph (1) [amending this section] may be construed to affect the authority of any individual to enter an appearance in any proceeding before any court of the United States or of any State or political subdivision thereof which is initiated prior to the date of the enactment of this Act [ Mar. 4, 2010 Pub. L. 111145,  4(a)(2) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 52 Nothing in the amendment made by paragraph (1) [amending this section] may be construed to affect the authority of any individual to enter an appearance in any proceeding before any court of the United States or of any State or political subdivision thereof which is initiated prior to the date of the enactment of this Act [ Mar. 4, 2010 Pub. L. 111145,  4(b) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 52 Nothing in this section [amending this section and enacting provisions set out as a note above] or the amendments made by this section may be construed to affect the status of the individual serving as the Employment Counsel to the Chief of Police and the United States Capitol Police as of the date of the enactment of this Act [ Mar. 4, 2010  1909. Inspector General for the United States Capitol Police (a) Establishment of Office There is established in the United States Capitol Police the Office of the Inspector General (hereafter in this section referred to as the Office), headed by the Inspector General of the United States Capitol Police (hereafter in this section referred to as the Inspector General). (b) Inspector General (1) Appointment The Inspector General shall be appointed by, and under the general supervision of, the Capitol Police Board. The appointment shall be made in consultation with the Inspectors General of the Library of Congress, Government Publishing Office, and the Government Accountability Office. The Capitol Police Board shall appoint the Inspector General without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of integrity and demonstrated ability in accounting, auditing, financial analysis, law, management analysis, public administration, or investigations. (2) Term of service The Inspector General shall serve for a term of 5 years, and an individual serving as Inspector General may be reappointed for not more than 2 additional terms. (3) Removal The Inspector General may be removed from office prior to the expiration of his term only by the unanimous vote of all of the voting members of the Capitol Police Board, and the Board shall communicate the reasons for any such removal to the Committee on House Administration, the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration and the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and of the Senate. (4) Salary The Inspector General shall be paid at an annual rate equal to $1,000 less than the annual rate of pay in effect for the Chief of the Capitol Police. (5) Deadline The Capitol Police Board shall appoint the first Inspector General under this section not later than 180 days after August 2, 2005 (c) Duties (1) Applicability of duties of Inspector General of executive branch establishment The Inspector General shall carry out the same duties and responsibilities with respect to the United States Capitol Police as an Inspector General of an establishment carries out with respect to an establishment under section 404 of title 5 (2) Semiannual reports The Inspector General shall prepare and submit semiannual reports summarizing the activities of the Office in the same manner, and in accordance with the same deadlines, terms, and conditions, as an Inspector General of an establishment under section 405 (other than subsection (b)(13) thereof) of title 5. For purposes of applying section 405 of such title to the Inspector General, the Chief of the Capitol Police shall be considered the head of the establishment. The Chief shall, within 30 days of receipt of a report, report to the Capitol Police Board, the Committee on House Administration, the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, and the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and of the Senate consistent with section 405(c) of such title. (3) Investigations of complaints of employees and members (A) Authority The Inspector General may receive and investigate complaints or information from an employee or member of the Capitol Police concerning the possible existence of an activity constituting a violation of law, rules, or regulations, or mismanagement, gross waste of funds, abuse of authority, or a substantial and specific danger to the public health and safety, including complaints or information the investigation of which is under the jurisdiction of the Internal Affairs Division of the Capitol Police as of August 2, 2005 (B) Nondisclosure The Inspector General shall not, after receipt of a complaint or information from an employee or member, disclose the identity of the employee or member without the consent of the employee or member, unless required by law or the Inspector General determines such disclosure is otherwise unavoidable during the course of the investigation. (C) Prohibiting retaliation An employee or member of the Capitol Police who has authority to take, direct others to take, recommend, or approve any personnel action, shall not, with respect to such authority, take or threaten to take any action against any employee or member as a reprisal for making a complaint or disclosing information to the Inspector General, unless the complaint was made or the information disclosed with the knowledge that it was false or with willful disregard for its truth or falsity. (4) Independence in carrying out duties Neither the Capitol Police Board, the Chief of the Capitol Police, nor any other member or employee of the Capitol Police may prevent or prohibit the Inspector General from carrying out any of the duties or responsibilities assigned to the Inspector General under this section. (d) Powers (1) In general The Inspector General may exercise the same authorities with respect to the United States Capitol Police as an Inspector General of an establishment may exercise with respect to an establishment under section 406(a) of title 5 (2) Staff (A) In general The Inspector General may appoint and fix the pay of such personnel as the Inspector General considers appropriate. Such personnel may be appointed without regard to the provisions of title 5 regarding appointments in the competitive service, and may be paid without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of such title relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates, except that no personnel of the Office (other than the Inspector General) may be paid at an annual rate greater than $500 less than the annual rate of pay of the Inspector General under subsection (b)(4). (B) Experts and consultants The Inspector General may procure temporary and intermittent services under section 3109 of title 5 (C) Independence in appointing staff No individual may carry out any of the duties or responsibilities of the Office unless the individual is appointed by the Inspector General, or provides services procured by the Inspector General, pursuant to this paragraph. Nothing in this subparagraph may be construed to prohibit the Inspector General from entering into a contract or other arrangement for the provision of services under this section. (D) Applicability of Capitol Police personnel rules None of the regulations governing the appointment and pay of employees of the Capitol Police shall apply with respect to the appointment and compensation of the personnel of the Office, except to the extent agreed to by the Inspector General. Nothing in the previous sentence may be construed to affect subparagraphs (A) through (C). (3) Equipment and supplies The Chief of the Capitol Police shall provide the Office with appropriate and adequate office space, together with such equipment, supplies, and communications facilities and services as determined by the Inspector General to be necessary for the operation of the Office, and shall provide necessary maintenance services for such office space and the equipment and facilities located therein. (e) Transfer of functions (1) Transfer To the extent that any office or entity in the Capitol Police prior to the appointment of the first Inspector General under this section carried out any of the duties and responsibilities assigned to the Inspector General under this section, the functions of such office or entity shall be transferred to the Office upon the appointment of the first Inspector General under this section. (2) No reduction in pay or benefits The transfer of the functions of an office or entity to the Office under paragraph (1) may not result in a reduction in the pay or benefits of any employee of the office or entity, except to the extent required under subsection (d)(2)(A). (f) Effective date This section shall be effective on August 2, 2005 ( Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1004 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 572 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(b) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537 Pub. L. 117286,  4(b)(4) Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4342  Editorial Notes  References in Text The provisions of title 5 regarding appointments in the competitive service, referred to in subsec. (d)(2)(A), are classified generally to section 3301 et seq. of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees. Codification Section is comprised of section 1004 of Pub. L. 10955 section 1004 of Pub. L. 10955 section 1903 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2006. Amendments 2022Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 117286,  4(b)(4)(A) section 404 of title 5 Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 117286,  4(b)(4)(B) Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 117286,  4(b)(4)(C) section 406(a) of title 5 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Government Publishing Office substituted for Government Printing Office in subsec. (b)(1) on authority of section 1301(b) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44  1910. Report of disbursements (a) In general Not later than 60 days after the last day of each semiannual period, the Chief of the Capitol Police shall submit to Congress, with respect to that period, a detailed, itemized report of the disbursements for the operations of the United States Capitol Police. (b) Contents The report required by subsection (a) shall include (1) the name of each person or entity who receives a payment from the Capitol Police and the amount thereof; (2) a description of any service rendered to the Capitol Police, together with service dates; (3) a statement of all amounts appropriated to, or received or expended by, the Capitol Police and any unexpended balances of such amounts for any open fiscal year; and (4) such additional information as may be required by regulation of the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives or the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. (c) Printing Each report under this section shall be printed as a House document. (d) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to the semiannual periods of October 1 through March 31 and April 1 through September 30 of each year, beginning with the semiannual period in which this section is enacted. ( Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1005 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 575  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2006.  1911. General Counsel to the Chief of Police and the United States Capitol Police (1) In general There shall be within the United States Capitol Police the General Counsel to the Chief of Police and the United States Capitol Police (in this subsection referred to as the General Counsel), who shall report to and serve at the pleasure of the Chief of the United States Capitol Police. (2) Appointment The General Counsel shall be appointed by the Chief of the Capitol Police in accordance with section 1907(e)(1) of this title 1 1 (3) Compensation (A) In general Subject to subparagraph (B), the annual rate of pay for the General Counsel shall be fixed by the Chief of the Capitol Police. (B) Limitation The annual rate of pay for the General Counsel may not exceed an annual rate equal to $1,000 less than the annual rate of pay in effect for the Chief of the Capitol Police. (4) Omitted (5) No effect on current General Counsel Nothing in this section or the amendments made by this section may be construed to affect the status of the individual serving as the General Counsel to the Chief of Police and the United States Capitol Police as of March 4, 2010 ( Pub. L. 111145,  3(a) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 51  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 2(a)(4), referred to in par. (2), means section 2(a)(4) of Pub. L. 111145 For the amendments made by this section, referred to in par. (5), see Codification note below. Codification Section is comprised of subsec. (a) of section 3 of Pub. L. 111145 section 3 of Pub. L. 111145 section 842 of this title section 5521 of this title section 1901 of this title  1912. Volunteer chaplain services (a) The Chief of the Capitol Police shall have authority to accept unpaid religious chaplain services, whereby volunteers from multiple faiths, authorized by their respective religious endorsing agency or organization, may advise, administer, and perform spiritual care and religious guidance for Capitol Police employees. (b) Chaplains shall not be required to perform any rite, ritual, or ceremony, and employees shall not be required to receive such rite, ritual, or ceremony, if doing so would compromise the conscience, moral principles, or religious beliefs of such chaplain or employees or the chaplains endorsing agency or organization. (c)  Effective Date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2023 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  120 Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4926 Part B Compensation and Other Personnel Matters  1921. Repealed. Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1018(h)(2) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 369   Section, R.S.  1822, provided that Capitol Police would be paid on the order of the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate or the House. Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 207 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective Feb. 20, 2003 section 1907(i) of this title  1921a. Sole and exclusive authority of Board and Chief to determine rates of pay (a) In general The Capitol Police Board and the Chief of the Capitol Police shall have the sole and exclusive authority to determine the rates and amounts for each of the following for members of the Capitol Police: (1) The rate of basic pay (including the rate of basic pay upon appointment), premium pay, specialty assignment and proficiency pay, and merit pay. (2) The rate of cost-of-living adjustments, comparability adjustments, and locality adjustments. (3) The amount for recruitment and relocation bonuses. (4) The amount for retention allowances. (5) The amount for educational assistance payments. (b) No review or appeal permitted The determination of a rate or amount described in subsection (a) may not be subject to review or appeal in any manner. (c) Rule of construction Nothing in this section may be construed to affect (1) any authority provided under law for a committee of the House of Representatives or Senate, or any other entity of the legislative branch, to review or approve any determination of a rate or amount described in subsection (a); (2) any rate or amount described in subsection (a) which is established under law; or (3) the terms of any collective bargaining agreement. (d) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2005 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  1004 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3180  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005.  1922. Unified payroll administration  Payroll administration for the Capitol Police and civilian support personnel of the Capitol Police shall be carried out on a unified basis by a single disbursing authority. The Capitol Police Board, with the approval of the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, acting jointly, shall, by contract or otherwise, provide for such unified payroll administration. ( July 31, 1946, ch. 707,  9C Pub. L. 102397, title I,  102 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1950 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(12) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1750  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 207a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date Pub. L. 102397, title I,  104 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1950 Pub. L. 102392, title III,  321 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1726 The unified payroll administration under the amendment made by section 102 [enacting this section] shall apply with respect to pay periods beginning after September 30, 1993 [ Pub. L. 102392, title III,  321 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1726 section 104 of Pub. L. 102397 Oct. 6, 1992  1923. Unified schedules of rates of basic pay and leave system (a) Rates of basic pay (1) The Capitol Police Board shall establish and maintain unified schedules of rates of basic pay for members and civilian employees of the Capitol Police which shall apply to both members and employees whose appointing authority is an officer of the Senate and members and employees whose appointing authority is an officer of the House of Representatives. (2) The Capitol Police Board may, from time to time, adjust any schedule established under paragraph (1) to the extent that the Board determines appropriate to reflect changes in the cost of living and to maintain pay comparability. (3) A schedule established or revised under paragraph (1) or (2) shall take effect only upon approval by the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. (4) A schedule approved under paragraph (3) shall have the force and effect of law. (b) Leave system (1) The Capitol Police Board shall prescribe, by regulation, a unified leave system for members and civilian employees of the Capitol Police which shall apply to both members and employees whose appointing authority is an officer of the Senate and members and employees whose appointing authority is an officer of the House of Representatives. The leave system shall include provisions for (A) annual leave, based on years of service; (B) sick leave; (C) administrative leave; (D) leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 ( 29 U.S.C. 2601 (E) leave without pay and leave with reduced pay, including provisions relating to contributions for benefits for any period of such leave; (F) approval of all leave by the Chief or the designee of the Chief; (G) the order in which categories of leave shall be used; (H) use, accrual, and carryover rules and limitations, including rules and limitations for any period of active duty in the Armed Forces; (I) advance of annual leave or sick leave after a member or civilian employee has used all such accrued leave; (J) buy back of annual leave or sick leave used during an extended recovery period in the case of an injury in the performance of duty; (K) the use of accrued leave before termination of the employment as a member or civilian employee of the Capitol Police, with provision for lump sum payment for unused annual leave; and (L) a leave-sharing program. (2) The leave system under this section may not provide for the accrual of either annual or sick leave for any period of leave without pay or leave with reduced pay. (3) All provisions of the leave system established under this subsection shall be subject to the approval of the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. All regulations approved under this subsection shall have the force and effect of law. (c) Lump sum payments (1) Upon the approval of the Capitol Police Board, a member or civilian employee of the Capitol Police who is separated from service may be paid a lump sum payment for the accrued annual leave of the member or civilian employee. (2) The lump sum payment under paragraph (1) (A) shall equal the pay the member or civilian employee would have received had such member or employee remained in the service until the expiration of the period of annual leave; (B) shall be paid from amounts appropriated to the Capitol Police; (C) shall be based on the rate of basic pay in effect with respect to the member or civilian employee on the last day of service of the member or civilian employee; (D) shall not be calculated on the basis of extending the period of leave described under subparagraph (A) by any holiday occurring after the date of separation from service; (E) shall be considered pay for taxation purposes only; and (F) shall be paid only after the Chairman of the Capitol Police Board certifies the applicable period of leave to the Secretary of the Senate or the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, as appropriate. (3) A member or civilian employee of the Capitol Police who enters active duty in the Armed Forces may (A) receive a lump sum payment for accrued annual leave in accordance with this subsection, in addition to any pay or allowance payable from the Armed Forces; or (B) elect to have the leave remain to the credit of such member or civilian employee until such member or civilian employee returns from active duty. (4) The Capitol Police Board may prescribe regulations to carry out this subsection. No lump sum payment may be paid under this subsection until such regulations are approved by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives. All regulations approved under this subsection shall have the force and effect of law. (d) Effect on appointment authority Nothing in this section shall be construed to affect the appointing authority of any officer of the Senate or the House of Representatives. ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  111 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1186  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, referred to in subsec. (b)(1)(D), is Pub. L. 1033 Feb. 5, 1993 107 Stat. 6 section 2105 of Title 5 section 2601 of Title 29 section 2601 of Title 29 Codification Section was classified to section 207b of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  1924. Repealed. Pub. L. 111145,  5(a)(2)(A) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 53   Section, Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 636 Pub. L. 93245 Jan. 3, 1974 87 Stat. 1079 Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(10) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1750 Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 206b of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Subsecs. (a) to (f) of this section were based on section 3 of H. Res. No. 449, Ninety-second Congress, June 2, 1971 Pub. L. 92184 June 4, 1973 Jan. 3, 1974 Pub. L. 93245 Oct. 10, 1974 Dec. 27, 1974 Pub. L. 93554 Subsec. (g) of this section was based on section 3 of H. Res. No. 1309, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 10, 1974 Dec. 27, 1974 Pub. L. 93554 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(11)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1750 As originally codified, this section consisted of two undesignated pars. based on sections 3 and 5 of H. Res. No. 449, Ninety-second Congress, June 2, 1971 Pub. L. 92184 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(11)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1750  1925. Repealed. Pub. L. 111145,  5(a)(2)(B) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 53   Section, Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 130 Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 532 Pub. L. 93371,  5 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 430 Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 206c of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1926. Educational assistance program for employees (a) Establishment In order to recruit or retain qualified personnel, the Chief of the Capitol Police may establish an educational assistance program for employees of the Capitol Police under which the Capitol Police may agree (1) to repay (by direct payments on behalf of the participating employee) all or any portion of a student loan previously taken out by the employee; (2) to make direct payments to an educational institution on behalf of a participating employee or to reimburse a participating employee for all or any portion of any tuition or related educational expenses paid by the employee. (b) Special rules for student loan repayments (1) Application of regulations under executive branch program In carrying out subsection (a)(1), the Chief of the Capitol Police may, by regulation, make applicable such provisions of section 5379 of title 5 (2) Restrictions on prior reimbursements The Capitol Police may not reimburse any individual under subsection (a)(1) for any repayments made by the individual prior to entering into an agreement with the Capitol Police to participate in the program under this section. (3) Use of recovered amounts Any amount repaid by, or recovered from, an individual under subsection (a)(1) and its implementing regulations shall be credited to the appropriation account available for salaries or general expenses of the Capitol Police at the time of repayment or recovery. Such credited amount may be used for any authorized purpose of the account and shall remain available until expended. (c) Limit on amount of payments The total amount paid by the Capitol Police with respect to any individual under the program under this section may not exceed $80,000. (d) No review of determinations Any determination made under the program under this section shall not be reviewable or appealable in any manner. (e) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2003 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  908 Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2319 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1007 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 358 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title I,  120 Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  120 Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1643  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 207b1 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2020Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 116260 2019Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 11694 2003 Pub. L. 1087 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Deadline for Regulations Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1020 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 370 Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Feb. 20, 2003 section 1931 of this title section 1927 of this title  1927. Bonuses, retention allowances, and additional compensation (a) Recruitment and relocation bonuses (1) Authorization of payment The Capitol Police Board (hereafter in this section referred to as the Board) may authorize the Chief of the United States Capitol Police (hereafter in this section referred to as the Chief) to pay a bonus to an individual who is newly appointed to a position as an officer or employee of the Capitol Police, and to pay an additional bonus to an individual who must relocate to accept a position as an officer or employee of the Capitol Police, if the Chief, in the Chiefs sole discretion, determines that such a bonus will assist the Capitol Police in recruitment efforts. (2) Amount of payment The amount of a bonus under this subsection shall be determined by regulations of the Board, but the amount of any bonus paid to an individual under this subsection may not exceed 25 percent of the annual rate of basic pay of the position to which the individual is being appointed. (3) Minimum period of service required Payment of a bonus under this subsection shall be contingent upon the individual entering into an agreement with the Capitol Police to complete a period of employment with the Capitol Police, with the required period determined pursuant to regulations of the Board. If the individual voluntarily fails to complete such period of service or is separated from the service before completion of such period of service for cause on charges of misconduct or delinquency, the individual shall repay the bonus on a pro rata basis. (4) Bonus not considered part of basic pay A bonus under this subsection shall be paid as a lump sum, and may not be considered to be part of the basic pay of the officer or employee. (5) Payment permitted prior to commencement of duty Under regulations of the Board, a bonus under this subsection may be paid to a newly-hired officer or employee before the officer or employee enters on duty. (6) Determination not appealable or reviewable Any determination of the Chief under this subsection shall not be appealable or reviewable in any manner. (b) Retention allowances (1) Authorization of payment The Board may authorize the Chief to pay an allowance to an officer or employee of the United States Capitol Police if the Chief, in the Chiefs sole discretion, determines that such a bonus will assist the Capitol Police in retention efforts. (2) Amount of payment A retention allowance, which shall be stated as a percentage of the rate of basic pay of the officer or employee, may not exceed 25 percent of such rate of basic pay. (3) Payment not considered part of basic pay A retention allowance may not be considered to be part of the basic pay of an officer or employee, and any determination of the Chief under this subsection, or the reduction or elimination of a retention allowance, shall not be appealable or reviewable in any manner. The preceding sentence shall not be construed to extinguish or lessen any right or remedy under any of the laws made applicable to the Capitol Police pursuant to section 1302 of this title (4) Time and manner of payment A retention allowance under this subsection shall be paid at the same time and in the same manner as the officers or employees basic pay is paid. (c) Lump sum incentive and merit bonus payments (1) In general The Board may pay an incentive or merit bonus to an officer or employee of the United States Capitol Police who meets such criteria for receiving the bonus as the Board may establish. (2) Bonus not considered part of basic pay A bonus under this subsection shall be paid as a lump sum, and may not be considered to be part of the basic pay of the officer or employee. (d) Service step increases for meritorious service for officers Upon the approval of the Chief (1) an officer of the United States Capitol Police in a service step who has demonstrated meritorious service (in accordance with criteria established by the Chief or the Chiefs designee) may be advanced in compensation to the next higher service step, effective with the first pay period which begins after the date of the Chiefs approval; and (2) an officer of the United States Capitol Police in a service step who has demonstrated extraordinary performance (in accordance with criteria established by the Chief or the Chiefs designee) may be advanced in compensation to the second next higher service step, effective with the first pay period which begins after the date of the Chiefs approval. (e) Regulations (1) In general The payment of bonuses, allowances, step increases, compensation, and other payments pursuant to this section shall be carried out in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Board. (2) Repealed. Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1004(2) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 358 (f) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  909 Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2320 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 358  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 207b2 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2003Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 1087,  1004(1)(A) Subsec. (a)(6). Pub. L. 1087,  1004(1)(B) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 1087,  1006(1) (A) the unusually high or unique qualifications of the officer or employee or a special need of the Capitol Police for the officers or employees services makes it essential to retain the officer or employee; and (B) the Chief determines that the officer or employee would be likely to leave in the absence of a retention allowance. Subsec. (b)(3). Pub. L. 1087,  1006(2) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 1087,  1004(2) Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 1087,  1004(3) Subsec. (f)(2). Pub. L. 1087,  1004(2) Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 1087,  1004(3) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Capitol Police Longevity Compensation Pub. L. 88454,  104(c) Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 550 Any member of the Capitol Police who by reason of the provision repealed by subsection (b) [subsec. (c) of section 4507 of this title Sept. 1, 1964 Pub. L. 85570 72 Stat. 453 2 U.S.C. 4507(b) [ Section 4507 of this title Oct. 1, 1983 Oct. 1, 1983 section 4509 of this title [ Pub. L. 88454,  104(d) Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 550 This section [amending section 4507 of this title Aug. 20, 1964  1928. Repealed. Pub. L. 111145,  2(a)(4)(B)(i) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 50   Section, R.S.  1823; Mar. 3, 1921, ch. 124,  1 41 Stat. 1291 Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 208 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 R.S.  1823 derived from acts Mar. 3, 1873, ch. 226 17 Stat. 488 June 20, 1874, ch. 328 18 Stat. 86 Mar. 3, 1875, ch. 129 18 Stat. 345  1929. Repealed. Pub. L. 111145,  2(a)(4)(B)(ii) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 50   Section, Mar. 3, 1875, ch. 129 18 Stat. 345 Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 209 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section was based on a proviso in act Mar. 3, 1875  1930. Applicable pay rate upon appointment (a) In general Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the rate of basic pay payable to an individual upon appointment to a position with the Capitol Police shall be at a rate within the minimum and maximum pay rates applicable to the position. (b) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2003 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1008 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 359  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of Pub. L. 1087  1931. Additional compensation for employees with specialty assignments and proficiencies (a) Establishment of positions The Chief of the Capitol Police may establish and determine, from time to time, positions in salary classes of employees of the Capitol Police to be designated as employees with specialty assignments or proficiencies, based on the experience, education, training, or other appropriate factors required to carry out the duties of such employees. (b) Additional compensation In addition to the regularly scheduled rate of basic pay, each employee holding a position designated under this section shall receive an amount determined by the Chief, except that (1) such amount may not exceed 25 percent of the employees annual rate of basic pay; and (2) such amount may not be paid in a calendar year to the extent that, when added to the total basic pay paid or payable to such employee for service performed in the year, such amount would cause the total to exceed the annual rate of basic pay payable for level II of the Executive Schedule, as of the end of such year. (c) Manner of payment The additional compensation authorized by this subsection shall be paid to an employee in a manner determined by the Chief or his designee except when the employee ceases to be assigned to the specialty assignment or ceases to maintain the required proficiency. The loss of such additional compensation shall not constitute an adverse action for any purpose. (d) Determination not appealable or reviewable Any determination under section 1 1 ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1011 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 360  Editorial Notes  References in Text Level II of the Executive Schedule, referred to in subsec. (b)(2), is set out in section 5313 of Title 5 Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of Pub. L. 1087  1932. Application of premium pay limits on annualized basis (a) In general Any limits on the amount of premium pay which may be earned by officers and members of the Capitol Police during emergencies (as determined by the Capitol Police Board) shall be applied by the Chief of the Capitol Police on an annual basis and not on a pay period basis. Any determination under this subsection shall not be reviewable or appealable in any manner. (b) Effective date Subsection (a) shall apply with respect to hours of duty occurring on or after September 11, 2001 ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1012 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 361  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of Pub. L. 1087  1933. Clarification of authorities regarding certain personnel benefits (a) No lump-sum payment permitted for unused compensatory time (1) In general No officer or employee of the United States Capitol Police whose service with the United States Capitol Police is terminated may receive any lump-sum payment with respect to accrued compensatory time off, except to the extent permitted under section 1313(c)(4) of this title (2) Omitted (b) Overtime compensation for officers and employees exempt from Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (1) Criteria under which compensation permitted The Chief of the Capitol Police may provide for the compensation of overtime work of exempt individuals which is performed on or after March 4, 2010 (A) the overtime work is carried out in connection with special circumstances, as determined by the Chief; (B) the Chief has established a monetary value for the overtime work performed by such individual; and (C) the sum of the total amount of the compensation paid to the individual for the overtime work (as determined on the basis of the monetary value established under subparagraph (B)) and the total regular compensation paid to the individual with respect to the pay period involved may not exceed an amount equal to the cap on the aggregate amount of annual compensation that may be paid to the individual under applicable law during the year in which the pay period occurs, as allocated on a per pay period basis consistent with premium pay regulations of the Capitol Police Board. (2) Exempt individuals defined In this subsection, an exempt individual is an officer or employee of the United States Capitol Police (A) who is classified under regulations issued pursuant to section 1313 of this title section 212(c) of title 29 (B) whose annual rate of pay is not established specifically under any law. (3) Conforming amendment (A) Omitted (B) Effective date The amendment made by subparagraph (A) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, except that the amendment shall not apply with respect to any overtime work performed prior to March 4, 2010 ( Pub. L. 111145,  5 Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 52  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, referred to in subsec. (b)(3)(B), is div. H of Pub. L. 1087 Feb. 20, 2003 Codification Section is comprised of section 5 of Pub. L. 111145 section 5 of Pub. L. 111145 section 5 of Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 1087, div. H 117 Stat. 359  1934. Waiver by Chief of Capitol Police of claims arising out of erroneous payments to officers and employees (a) Waiver of claim Subject to the joint approval of the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and the Secretary of the Senate, the Chief of the United States Capitol Police may waive in whole or in part a claim of the United States against a person arising out of an erroneous payment of any pay or allowances, other than travel and transportation expenses and allowances, to an officer, member, or employee of the United States Capitol Police, if the collection of the claim would be against equity and good conscience and not in the best interests of the United States. (b) Investigation of application; report The Chief shall investigate each application for the waiver of a claim under subsection (a) and shall submit a written report of the investigation, including a description of the facts and circumstances of the claim, to the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and the Secretary of the Senate, except that if the aggregate amount of the claim involved exceeds $1,500, the Comptroller General may also investigate the application and submit a written report of the investigation, including a description of the facts and circumstances of the claim, to the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and the Secretary of the Senate. (c) Prohibition of waiver under certain circumstances The Chief may not exercise the authority to waive a claim under subsection (a) if (1) in the Chiefs opinion, there exists in connection with the claim an indication of fraud, misrepresentation, fault, or lack of good faith on the part of the officer, member, or employee involved or of any other person having an interest in obtaining a waiver of the claim; or (2) the Chief receives the application for the waiver after the expiration of the 3-year period that begins on the date on which the erroneous payment of pay or allowances was discovered. (d) Credit for waiver In the audit and settlement of accounts of any accountable officer or official, full credit shall be given for any amounts with respect to which collection by the United States is waived under subsection (a). (e) Effect of waiver An erroneous payment, the collection of which is waived under subsection (a), is deemed a valid payment for all purposes. (f) Construction with other laws This section does not affect any authority under any other law to litigate, settle, compromise, or waive any claim of the United States. (g) Rules and regulations Subject to the approval of the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and the Secretary of the Senate, the Chief shall promulgate rules and regulations to carry out this section. (h) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to payments of pay and allowances made at any time after the Chief became the disbursing officer for the United States Capitol Police pursuant to section 1907(a) of this title ( Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  1102 Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1125  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2012, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012. Part C Uniform and Arms  1941. Uniform  The Capitol Police Board shall select and regulate the pattern for a uniform for the Capitol police and watchmen, and furnish each member of the force with the necessary belts and arms, payable from appropriations to the Capitol Police upon certification of payment by the Chief of the Capitol Police. Such arms so furnished or other arms as authorized by the Capitol Police Board shall be carried by each officer and member of the Capitol Police, while in the Capitol Buildings (as defined in section 5101 of title 40 section 5102 of title 40 (R.S.  1824; Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1508 Pub. L. 9526, title I,  112 May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 87 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  1003 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3180  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 210 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 R.S.  1824 derived from act Mar. 30, 1867, ch. 20,  1 15 Stat. 11 Amendments 2004 Pub. L. 108447 1977 Pub. L. 9526 1972 Pub. L. 92607  1942. Uniform to display United States flag or colors (a) The uniform of officers and members of the United States Park Police force, the United States Secret Service Uniformed Division, the Capitol Police, and the Metropolitan Police force of the District of Columbia shall bear a distinctive patch, pin, or other emblem depicting the flag of the United States or the colors thereof. (b) The Secretary of the Interior in the case of the United States Park Police force, the Secretary of the Treasury in the case of the United States Secret Service Uniformed Division, the Capitol Police Board in the case of the Capitol Police, and the Mayor of the District of Columbia in the case of the Metropolitan Police force shall prescribe such regulations as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this section. ( Pub. L. 91297, title II,  201(a) June 30, 1970 84 Stat. 357 Pub. L. 93198, title IV,  421 Dec. 24, 1973 87 Stat. 789 Pub. L. 95179 Nov. 15, 1977 91 Stat. 1371  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 210a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1977 Pub. L. 95179 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Transfer of Functions Office of Commissioner of District of Columbia, as established by Reorg. Plan No. 3 of 1967, abolished as of noon Jan. 2, 1975 Pub. L. 93198, title VII,  711 Dec. 24, 1973 87 Stat. 818 section 421 of Pub. L. 93198  1943. Repealed. Pub. L. 111145,  6(b) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54   Section, R.S.  1825, required members of the Capitol police to pay for their own uniforms. Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 211 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 R.S.  1825 derived from act July 20, 1868, ch. 176,  1 15 Stat. 94  1944. Wearing uniform on duty  The officers, privates, and watchmen of the Capitol police shall, when on duty, wear the regulation uniform. ( Mar. 18, 1904, ch. 716,  1 33 Stat. 89  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 212 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 The text of this section was taken from act Mar. 18, 1904 June 30, 1905 Feb. 25, 1903, ch. 755,  1 32 Stat. 857 Mar. 3, 1901, ch. 830,  1 31 Stat. 963 Part D United States Capitol Police Memorial Fund  1951. Establishment of United States Capitol Police Memorial Fund  There is hereby established in the Treasury of the United States the United States Capitol Police Memorial Fund (hereafter in this part referred to as the Fund). All amounts received by the Capitol Police Board which are designated for deposit into the Fund, including amounts received in response to the shooting incident at the practice for the Congressional Baseball Game for Charity on June 14, 2017 ( Pub. L. 105223,  1 Aug. 7, 1998 112 Stat. 1250 Pub. L. 11545,  2(c) Aug. 4, 2017 131 Stat. 957  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 207c of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2017 Pub. L. 11545 June 14, 2017  1952. Payments from Fund for families of Detective Gibson and Private First Class Chestnut and certain other United States Capitol Police employees (a) In general Except to the extent used or reserved for use under subsection (b) and subject to the regulations issued under section 1954 of this title (1) Fifty percent of such amounts shall be paid to the widow and children of Detective Gibson. (2) Fifty percent of such amounts shall be paid to the widow and children of Private First Class Chestnut. (b) Payments for employees killed in the line of duty or sustaining serious line-of-duty injuries In addition to the amounts paid under subsection (a), and in accordance with the regulations issued under section 1954(b) of this title (1) families of employees of the United States Capitol Police who were killed in the line of duty; or (2) employees of the United States Capitol Police who have sustained serious line-of-duty injuries. ( Pub. L. 105223,  2 Aug. 7, 1998 112 Stat. 1250 Pub. L. 11545,  2(a) Aug. 4, 2017 131 Stat. 956  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 207c1 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2017 Pub. L. 11545  1953. Tax treatment of Fund (a) Contributions to Fund For purposes of title 26, any contribution or gift to or for the use of the Fund shall be treated as a contribution or gift for exclusively public purposes to or for the use of an organization described in section 170(c)(1) of title 26 (b) Treatment of payments from Fund Any payment from the Fund shall not be subject to any Federal, State, or local income or gift tax. (c) Exemption For purposes of title 26, notwithstanding section 501(c)(1)(A) of title 26 section 501(c)(1) of title 26 section 501(a) of title 26 ( Pub. L. 105223,  3 Aug. 7, 1998 112 Stat. 1250  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 207c2 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1954. Administration by Capitol Police Board (a) In general The Capitol Police Board shall administer and manage the Fund (including establishing the timing and manner of making payments under section 1952 of this title August 7, 1998 section 1952 of this title (b) Regulations governing payments for employees killed in the line of duty or sustaining serious line-of-duty injuries In carrying out subsection (a), the Capitol Police Board shall issue specific regulations governing the use of the Fund for making payments to families of employees of the United States Capitol Police who were killed in the line of duty and employees of the United States Capitol Police who have sustained serious line-of-duty injuries (as authorized under section 1952(b) of this title (1) establishing the conditions under which the family of an employee or an employee is eligible to receive such a payment; (2) providing for the amount, timing, and manner of such payments; and (3) ensuring that any such payment is in addition to, and does not otherwise affect, any other form of compensation payable to the family of an employee or the employee, including benefits for workers compensation under chapter 81 of title 5. ( Pub. L. 105223,  4 Aug. 7, 1998 112 Stat. 1250 Pub. L. 11545,  2(b) Aug. 4, 2017 131 Stat. 956  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 207c3 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2017 Pub. L. 11545 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 SUBCHAPTER II POWERS AND DUTIES  1961. Policing of Capitol Buildings and Grounds (a) The Capitol Police shall police the United States Capitol Buildings and Grounds under the direction of the Capitol Police Board, consisting of the Sergeant at Arms of the United States Senate, the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives, and the Architect of the Capitol, and shall have the power to enforce the provisions of this section, sections 1922, 1966, 1967, and 1969 of this title 1 1 section 1969 of this title Provided section 16 of title 18 section 16 of title 18 Provided further (b) For purposes of this section, the United States Capitol Buildings and Grounds shall include any building or facility acquired by the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate for the use of the Senate for which the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate has entered into an agreement with the United States Capitol Police for the policing of the building or facility. (c) For purposes of this section, the United States Capitol Buildings and Grounds shall include any building or facility acquired by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives for the use of the House of Representatives for which the Chief Administrative Officer has entered into an agreement with the United States Capitol Police for the policing of the building or facility. (d) For purposes of this section, United States Capitol Buildings and Grounds shall include the Library of Congress buildings and grounds described under section 167j of this title ( July 31, 1946, ch. 707,  9 60 Stat. 719 Pub. L. 93198, title VII,  739(g)(4) Dec. 24, 1973 87 Stat. 829 Pub. L. 101520, title I,  106 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2264 Pub. L. 102392, title III,  310 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1723 Pub. L. 102397, title I,  103 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1950 Pub. L. 107117, div. B Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2316 Pub. L. 107206, title I Aug. 2, 2002 116 Stat. 876 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1016(c) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 365 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1004(d)(1)(A) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2233 Pub. L. 110178,  4(a)(1) Jan. 7, 2008 121 Stat. 2551 Pub. L. 111145,  6(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54  Editorial Notes  References in Text This section and sections 1922, 1966, 1967, and 1969 of this title, referred to in subsec. (a), was in the original a reference to the act of July 31, 1946 act July 31, 1946, ch. 707 60 Stat. 718 July 31, 1946 This Act, referred to in subsec. (a), probably means Pub. L. 101520 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2254 Codification Section was classified to section 212a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2010Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 110161,  1004(d)(1)(A) 2008Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 110178 2007Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 110161,  1004(d)(1)(A) Pub. L. 110178 Pub. L. 111145 2003Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 1087 section 1969 of this title section 212b of this title 2002Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 107117 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 107206 Pub. L. 107117,  903(c)(2)(B) Pub. L. 107117,  901(c)(2)(B) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 107206 1992 Pub. L. 102392 Pub. L. 102397 Pub. L. 101520 1990 Pub. L. 101520 Pub. L. 102392 Pub. L. 102397 section 212b of this title Provided 1973 Pub. L. 93198 section 193a of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Repeal of section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 111145 Pub. L. 110161 section 1004 of Pub. L. 110161 Pub. L. 110178 section 6(d) of Pub. L. 111145 section 1901 of this title Effective Date of 2008 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 110178 Oct. 1, 2009 section 4(d) of Pub. L. 110178 section 167 of this title Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1016(d) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 365 The amendments made by this subsection [probably means this section, amending this section and sections 5101 and 5102 of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works] shall apply to fiscal year 2003 and each fiscal year thereafter. Effective Date of 2002 Amendments Amendment by section 902(b) of Pub. L. 107206 Pub. L. 107117, div. B section 902(c) of Pub. L. 107206 section 2022 of this title Amendment by section 903(b) of Pub. L. 107206 Pub. L. 107117, div. B section 903(c) of Pub. L. 107206 section 2002 of this title Amendment by section 901(c)(2) of Pub. L. 107117 section 2022(e) of this title Amendment by section 903(c)(2) of Pub. L. 107117 section 2002(e) of this title Effective Date of 1992 Amendments Pub. L. 102397, title I,  103 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1950 Nov. 5, 1990 Pub. L. 102392, title III,  310 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1723 Nov. 5, 1990 Effective Date of 1973 Amendment Pub. L. 93198, title VII,  771(d) Dec. 24, 1973 87 Stat. 836 Pub. L. 93198 Jan. 2, 1975 Pub. L. 93198 Dec. 24, 1973 87 Stat. 785 May 7, 1974 Construction Act July 31, 1946, ch. 707,  16(b) 60 Stat. 721 Nothing in this Act [ 2 U.S.C. 1922 40 U.S.C. 5101 section 1819 of this title 2 U.S.C. 2183 April 29, 1876 19 Stat. 41 2 U.S.C. 1963 2 U.S.C. 1961 July 29, 1892 27 Stat. 325 40 U.S.C. 8103 June 30, 1933 June 30, 1932 47 Stat. 382 2 U.S.C. 2025 July 8, 1943 57 Stat. 390 Jurisdiction of United States Capitol Police Over Temporary Parking Areas During Construction of Judiciary Annex Building Pub. L. 101302, title III,  313 May 25, 1990 104 Stat. 245  (a) The supervision and jurisdiction of the United States Capitol Police shall extend over any area with respect to which the Architect of the Capitol has contracted, or otherwise entered into an agreement, for parking space in the Union Station parking garage to accommodate personnel of the United States Senate whose parking privileges have been affected by the construction of the Judiciary Annex Building, and over any area and streets necessary to carry out such supervision and to travel between such parking area and the United States Capitol Grounds. (b) In carrying out such supervision, the United States Capitol Police shall have, within any such area or street, jurisdiction, concurrent with that of the Metropolitan Police of the District of Columbia, to provide security for such personnel and property of such personnel and of the United States Senate within such area or street, and to make arrests for the violation of the laws and regulations of the United States and the District of Columbia. (c) The provisions of subsections (a) and (b) shall be effective only during the period that there is in effect a contract or other agreement as referred to in subsection (a). Extension of United States Capitol Police Supervision Pub. L. 95175 Nov. 14, 1977 91 Stat. 1362 That the supervision of the United States Capitol Police shall extend over that part or parts of the premises located at 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Southeast, Washington, District of Columbia, leased by the Office of Technology Assessment. In carrying out such supervision, the United States Capitol Police shall have within such part or parts jurisdiction, concurrent with that of the Metropolitan Police of the District of Columbia, to provide security for the personnel and property of the Office of Technology Assessment within such leased premises, and to make arrest therein for the violation of the laws and regulations of the United States and the District of Columbia.  1962. Detail of police  The Capitol Police Board is authorized to detail police from the House Office, Senate Office, and Capitol Buildings for police duty on the Capitol Grounds and on the Library of Congress Grounds. ( Pub. L. 96432,  5 Oct. 10, 1980 94 Stat. 1853  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 212a1 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Provisions of this section were enacted as permanent law in Pub. L. 96432 Pub. L. 9851, title I,  112 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 271 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) [S. 2939, title I] Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 Pub. L. 9751,  101(c) [H.R. 4120, title I] Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 959 Pub. L. 96536,  101(c) [H.R. 7593, title I] Dec. 16, 1980 94 Stat. 3167 Pub. L. 95391, title I Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 780 Pub. L. 9594, title I Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 671 Pub. L. 94440, title III Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1451 Pub. L. 9459, title III July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 285 Pub. L. 93371 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 436 Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 539 Pub. L. 92342 July 10, 1972 86 Stat. 441 Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 136 Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 817 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 350 Pub. L. 90417 July 23, 1968 82 Stat. 406 Pub. L. 9057 July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 135 Pub. L. 89545 Aug. 27, 1966 80 Stat. 363 Pub. L. 8990 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 275 Pub. L. 88454 Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 544 Pub. L. 88248 Dec. 30, 1963 77 Stat. 811 Pub. L. 87730,  104 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 694 Pub. L. 87130,  104 Aug. 10, 1961 75 Stat. 334 Pub. L. 86628,  104 July 12, 1960 74 Stat. 460 Pub. L. 86176,  104 Aug. 21, 1959 73 Stat. 412 Pub. L. 85570,  104 July 31, 1958 72 Stat. 453 Pub. L. 8575,  104 July 1, 1957 71 Stat. 256 June 27, 1956, ch. 453,  104 70 Stat. 370 Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568,  104 69 Stat. 520 July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 409 Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 332 July 9, 1952, ch. 598,  106 66 Stat. 478 Oct. 11, 1951, ch. 485,  106 65 Stat. 403 Sept. 6, 1950, ch. 896,  106 64 Stat. 608 June 22, 1949, ch. 235,  106 63 Stat. 230 June 14, 1948, ch. 467,  106 62 Stat. 437 July 17, 1947, ch. 262,  106 61 Stat. 377 July 1, 1946, ch. 530,  106 60 Stat. 408 June 13, 1945, ch. 189,  106 59 Stat. 259 June 26, 1944, ch. 277 58 Stat. 354 June 28, 1943, ch. 173 57 Stat. 230 June 8, 1942, ch. 396 56 Stat. 340 July 1, 1941, ch. 268 55 Stat. 456 June 18, 1940, ch. 396 54 Stat. 471 June 16, 1939, ch. 208 53 Stat. 831 May 17, 1938, ch. 236 52 Stat. 390  1963. Protection of grounds  It shall be the duty of the Capitol police on and after April 29, 1876 ( Apr. 29, 1876, ch. 86 19 Stat. 41  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 214 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1964. Security systems for Capitol buildings and grounds (a) Design and installation (1) Effective October 1, 1995 (2) The unexpended balances referred to in paragraph (1) are (A) the unexpended balance of appropriations for security installations, as referred to in the paragraph under the heading  capitol buildings Capitol Buildings and Grounds 108 Stat. 1434 (B) the unexpended balance of the appropriation for an improved security plan, as transferred to the Architect of the Capitol by section 102 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1989 ( 102 Stat. 2165 (b) Transfer of responsibility to Capitol Police Board Effective October 1, 1995 section 6101 of title 41 October 1, 1995 (c) Transfer of positions to Capitol Police (1) Effective October 1, 1995 (2) The positions referred to in paragraph (1) are those positions which, immediately before October 1, 1995 (A) under the Architect of the Capitol; (B) within the Electronics Engineering Division of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol; and (C) related to the design or installation of security systems for the Capitol buildings and grounds. (3) All annual leave and sick leave standing to the credit of an individual immediately before such individual is transferred under paragraph (1) shall be credited to such individual, without adjustment, in the new position of the individual. ( Pub. L. 10453, title III,  308 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 537  Editorial Notes  References in Text The paragraph under the heading  capitol buildings Capitol Buildings and Grounds Pub. L. 103283, title I July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1423 This Act, referred to in subsec. (a)(2)(A), is Pub. L. 10453 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 514 109 Stat. 527 Section 102 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1989, referred to in subsec. (a)(2)(B), is section 102 of Pub. L. 100458 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2165 Codification In subsec. (b),  section 6101 of title 41 41 U.S.C. 5 Pub. L. 111350,  6(c) Jan. 4, 2011 124 Stat. 3854 Section was classified to section 212a4 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  1965. Maintenance of security systems for Capitol buildings and grounds (a) Effective October 1, 1996 October 1, 1996 (b) (1) Effective October 1, 1996 (2) The positions referred to in paragraph (1) are those positions which, immediately before October 1, 1996 (A) under the Architect of the Capitol; (B) within the Electronics Engineering Division of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol; and (C) related to the maintenance of security systems for the Capitol buildings and grounds. (3) All annual leave and sick leave standing to the credit of an individual immediately before such individual is transferred under paragraph (1) shall be credited to such individual, without adjustment, in the new position of the individual. ( Pub. L. 104197, title III,  308 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2413  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 212a4a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  1965a. Prohibition on use of funds for installation of permanent fencing on Capitol Grounds  None of the funds made available in this or any other Act in prior fiscal years, this fiscal year, or any fiscal year thereafter may be used to install permanent, above-ground fencing around the perimeter, or any portion thereof, of the United States Capitol Grounds, as described in section 5102 of title 40 ( Pub. L. 11731, title III,  310 July 30, 2021 135 Stat. 314  1966. Protection of Members of Congress, officers of Congress, and members of their families (a) Authority of the Capitol Police Subject to the direction of the Capitol Police Board, the United States Capitol Police is authorized to protect, in any area of the United States, the person of any Member of Congress, officer of the Congress, as defined in section 4101(b) of this title (b) Detail of police In carrying out its authority under this section, the Capitol Police Board, or its designee, is authorized, in accordance with regulations issued by the Board pursuant to this section, to detail, on a case-by-case basis, members of the United States Capitol Police to provide such protection as the Board may determine necessary under this section. (c) Arrest of suspects In the performance of their protective duties under this section, members of the United States Capitol Police are authorized (1) to make arrests without warrant for any offense against the United States committed in their presence, or for any felony cognizable under the laws of the United States if they have reasonable grounds to believe that the person to be arrested has committed or is committing such felony; and (2) to utilize equipment and property of the Capitol Police. (d) Fines and penalties Whoever knowingly and willfully obstructs, resists, or interferes with a member of the Capitol Police engaged in the performance of the protective functions authorized by this section, shall be fined not more than $300 or imprisoned not more than one year, or both. (e) Construction of provisions Nothing contained in this section shall be construed to imply that the authority, duty, and function conferred on the Capitol Police Board and the United States Capitol Police are in lieu of or intended to supersede any authority, duty, or function imposed on any Federal department, agency, bureau, or other entity, or the Metropolitan Police of the District of Columbia, involving the protection of any such Member, officer, or family member. (f) United States defined As used in this section, the term United States means each of the several States of the United States, the District of Columbia, and territories and possessions of the United States. ( July 31, 1946, ch. 707,  9A Pub. L. 97143,  1(a) Dec. 29, 1981 95 Stat. 1723  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 212a2 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1966a. Protection of former Speakers of the House of Representatives  Notwithstanding any other provision of law (except section 1341 of title 31 Provided Provided further Provided further ( Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  121 Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4926  1967. Law enforcement authority (a) Scope Subject to such regulations as may be prescribed by the Capitol Police Board and approved by the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, a member of the Capitol Police shall have authority to make arrests and otherwise enforce the laws of the United States, including the laws of the District of Columbia (1) within the District of Columbia, with respect to any crime of violence committed within the United States Capitol Grounds; (2) within the District of Columbia, with respect to any crime of violence committed in the presence of the member, if the member is in the performance of official duties when the crime is committed; (3) within the District of Columbia, to prevent imminent loss of life or injury to person or property, if the officer is in the performance of official duties when the authority is exercised; (4) within the area described under subsection (b)(1); and (5) within the area described under subsection (b)(2) (A) with respect to any crime of violence committed in the presence of the member, if the member is in the performance of official duties, as defined under such regulations, when the crime is committed; and (B) to prevent imminent loss of life or injury to person or property, if the officer is in the performance of official duties, as defined under such regulations, when the authority is exercised. (b) Area (1) The area referred to in subsection (a)(4) is that area bounded by the north curb of H Street from 3rd Street, N.W. to 7th Street, N.E., the east curb of 7th Street from H Street, N.E., to M Street, S.E., the south curb of M Street from 7th Street, S.E. to 1st Street, S.E., the east curb of 1st Street from M Street, S.E. to Potomac Avenue S.E., the southeast curb of Potomac Avenue from 1st Street, S.E. to South Capitol Street, S.W., the west curb of South Capitol Street from Potomac Avenue, S.W. to P Street, S.W., the north curb of P Street from South Capitol Street, S.W. to 3rd Street, S.W., and the west curb of 3rd Street from P Street, S.W. to H Street, N.W. (2) The area referred to under subsection (a)(5) is that area bounded by the north curb of Constitution Avenue from 14th Street, N.W., to 3rd Street, N.W., the east curb of 3rd Street from Constitution Avenue, N.W., to Independence Avenue, S.W., the south curb of Independence Avenue from 3rd Street, S.W., to 14th Street, S.W., and the west curb of 14th Street from Independence Avenue, S.W., to Constitution Avenue, N.W. (c) Authority of Metropolitan Police unaffected This section does not affect the authority of the Metropolitan Police force of the District of Columbia with respect to the area described in subsection (b). (d) Crime of violence defined As used in this section, the term crime of violence has the meaning given that term in section 16 of title 18 ( July 31, 1946, ch. 707,  9B Pub. L. 102397, title I,  101 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1949 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(13) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1750 Pub. L. 10883, title I,  1003(a) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1021  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 212a3 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2003Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 10883,  1003(a)(1)(A) Subsec. (a)(4). Pub. L. 10883,  1003(a)(1)(B) Subsec. (a)(5). Pub. L. 10883,  1003(a)(1)(C) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10883,  1003(a)(2) 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 10883, title I,  1003(c) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1022 This section [amending this section and enacting provisions set out as a note under this section] shall take effect on the date on which the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives approve regulations prescribed by the Capitol Police Board for the sole implementation, execution and maintenance of the truck interdiction program. Jan. 5, 2004 Dec. 18, 2003 Rule of Construction Pub. L. 10883, title I,  1003(b) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1022 Nothing in the amendments made by this section [amending this section] may be construed to limit the authority of the Capitol Police as in effect before the effective date of this section [see Effective Date of 2003 Amendment note set out above].  1968. Citation release (a) In general The Chief of the Capitol Police, with the approval of the Capitol Police Board, may designate a member of the Capitol Police to have responsibility for citation release. (b) Authority (1) In the same manner as provided for with respect to an official of the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia under section 231110(a) of the District of Columbia Code, the Superior Court of the District of Columbia shall have the authority to appoint the member of the Capitol Police designated under subsection (a) of this section to take bail or collateral from persons charged with offenses triable in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. Pursuant to that authority (A) the citation power described in subsection (b) of section 231110 of the District of Columbia Code shall be exercised by such member of the Capitol Police in the same manner as by an official of the Metropolitan Police Department; and (B) paragraph (4) of subsection (b) of section 231110 of the District of Columbia Code, relating to failure to appear, shall apply with respect to citations under subparagraph (A) of this paragraph. (2) The United States District Court for the District of Columbia shall have the power to authorize the member of the Capitol Police referred to in subsection (a) of this section to take bond from persons arrested upon writs and process from that court in criminal cases in the same manner as provided for with respect to an official of the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia under the third sentence of section 231110(a) of the District of Columbia Code. ( Pub. L. 104186, title I,  108 Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1723  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 212a5 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1969. Regulation of traffic by Capitol Police Board (a) Exclusive charge and control of all vehicular and other traffic The Capitol Police Board, consisting of the Sergeant at Arms of the United States Senate, the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives, and the Architect of the Capitol, shall have exclusive charge and control of the regulation and movement of all vehicular and other traffic, including the parking and impounding of vehicles and limiting the speed thereof, within the United States Capitol Grounds; and said Board is authorized and empowered to make and enforce all necessary regulations therefor and to prescribe penalties for violation of such regulations, such penalties not to exceed a fine of $300 or imprisonment for not more than ninety days. Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions of this section those provisions of the District of Columbia Traffic Act of 1925, as amended, for the violation of which specific penalties are provided in said Act, as amended, shall be applicable to the United States Capitol Grounds. Prosecutions for violation of such regulations shall be in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia, upon information by the Corporation Counsel of the District of Columbia or any of his assistants. (b) Promulgation of regulations Regulations authorized to be promulgated under this section shall be promulgated by the Capitol Police Board and such regulations may be amended from time to time by the Capitol Police Board whenever it shall deem it necessary: Provided (c) Printing of regulations and effective dates All regulations promulgated under the authority of this section shall, when adopted by the Capitol Police Board, be printed in one or more of the daily newspapers published in the District of Columbia, and shall not become effective until the expiration of ten days after the date of such publication, except that whenever the Capitol Police Board deems it advisable to make effective immediately any regulation relating to parking, diverting of vehicular traffic, or the closing of streets to such traffic, the regulation shall be effective immediately upon placing at the point where it is to be in force conspicuous signs containing a notice of the regulation. Any expenses incurred under this subsection shall be payable from the appropriation Uniforms and Equipment, Capitol Police. (d) Cooperation with Mayor of District of Columbia It shall be the duty of the Mayor of the District of Columbia, or any officer or employee of the government of the District of Columbia designated by said Mayor upon request of the Capitol Police Board, to cooperate with the Board in the preparation of the regulations authorized to be promulgated under this section, and any future amendments thereof. ( July 31, 1946, ch. 707,  14 60 Stat. 720 July 11, 1947, ch. 221 61 Stat. 308 Pub. L. 87873,  1 Oct. 23, 1962 76 Stat. 1171 Pub. L. 8860,  1 July 8, 1963 77 Stat. 77 Nov. 3, 1967 81 Stat. 951 Pub. L. 91358, title I,  155(a) July 29, 1970 84 Stat. 570 Pub. L. 93198, title IV,  421 Dec. 24, 1973 87 Stat. 789  Editorial Notes  References in Text The District of Columbia Traffic Act of 1925, referred to in subsec. (a), is act Mar. 3, 1925, ch. 443 43 Stat. 1119 Codification Section was classified to section 212b of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1973Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 93198,  739(g)(6) section 193a of this title 1947Subsec. (b). Act July 11, 1947 July 31, 1946 Subsec. (c). Act July 11, 1947 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name District of Columbia Court of General Sessions changed to Superior Court of the District of Columbia pursuant to Pub. L. 91358 July 29, 1970 Pub. L. 87873,  1 Oct. 23, 1962 76 Stat. 1171 Pub. L. 8860,  1 July 8, 1963 77 Stat. 77 Effective Date of 1973 Amendment Pub. L. 93198, title VII,  771(d) Dec. 24, 1973 87 Stat. 836 Pub. L. 93198 Jan. 2, 1975 Pub. L. 93198 Dec. 24, 1973 87 Stat. 785 May 7, 1974 Executive Documents  Transfer of Functions Except as otherwise provided in Reorg. Plan No. 3, of 1967, functions of Board of Commissioners of District of Columbia transferred to Commissioner of District of Columbia by section 401 of Reorg. Plan No. 3 of 1967. Office of Commissioner of District of Columbia, as established by Reorg. Plan No. 3 of 1967, abolished as of noon Jan. 2, 1975 Pub. L. 93198, title VII,  711 Dec. 24, 1973 87 Stat. 818 section 421 of Pub. L. 93198  1970. Assistance by Executive departments and agencies (a) Assistance (1) In general Executive departments and Executive agencies may assist the United States Capitol Police in the performance of its duties by providing services (including personnel), equipment, and facilities on a temporary and reimbursable basis when requested by the Capitol Police Board or in accordance with paragraph (4) and on a permanent and reimbursable basis upon advance written request of the Capitol Police Board; except that the Department of Defense and the Coast Guard may provide such assistance on a temporary basis without reimbursement when assisting the United States Capitol Police in its duties directly related to protection under sections 1922, 1961, 1966, 1967, and 1969 of this title and sections 5101 to 5107 and 5109 of title 40. 1 1 (2) Procurement No services (including personnel), equipment, or facilities may be ordered, purchased, leased, or otherwise procured for the purposes of carrying out the duties of the United States Capitol Police by persons other than officers or employees of the Federal Government duly authorized by the Chairman of the Capitol Police Board to make such orders, purchases, leases, or procurements. (3) Expenditures or obligation of funds No funds may be expended or obligated for the purpose of carrying out this section other than funds specifically appropriated to the Capitol Police Board or the United States Capitol Police for those purposes with the exception of (A) expenditures made by the Department of Defense or the Coast Guard from funds appropriated to the Department of Defense or the Coast Guard in providing assistance on a temporary basis to the United States Capitol Police in the performance of its duties directly related to protection under sections 1922, 1961, 1966, 1967, and 1969 of this title and sections 5101 to 5107 and 5109 of title 40; 1 (B) expenditures made by Executive departments and agencies, in providing assistance at the request of the United States Capitol Police in the performance of its duties, and which will be reimbursed by the United States Capitol Police under this section. (4) Provision of assistance Assistance under this section shall be provided (A) consistent with the authority of the Capitol Police under sections 1961 and 1966 of this title; (B) upon the written request of (i) the Capitol Police Board; or (ii) in an emergency (I) the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate in any matter relating to the Senate; (II) the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives in any matter relating to the House of Representatives; or (III) the Chief of the Capitol Police, if the Chief of the Capitol Police has determined that the provision of assistance is necessary to prevent the significant disruption of governmental function and public order within the United States Capitol Buildings and Grounds, as described in section 1961 1 (C) (i) on a temporary and reimbursable basis; (ii) on a permanent reimbursable basis upon advance written request of the Capitol Police Board; or (iii) on a temporary basis without reimbursement by the Department of Defense and the Coast Guard as described under paragraph (1). (5) Revocation The Capitol Police Board may revoke a request for assistance provided under paragraph (4)(B)(ii)(III) upon consultation with appropriate Members of the Senate and House of Representatives in leadership positions. (b) Reports (1) Submission With respect to any fiscal year in which an executive department or executive agency provides assistance under this section, the head of that department or agency shall submit a report not later than 90 days after the end of the fiscal year to the Chairman of the Capitol Police Board. (2) Content The report submitted under paragraph (1) shall contain a detailed account of all expenditures made by the Executive department or executive agency in providing assistance under this section during the applicable fiscal year. (3) Summary After receipt of all reports under paragraph (2) with respect to any fiscal year, the Chairman of the Capitol Police Board shall submit a summary of such reports to the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives. (c) Effective date This section shall take effect on January 10, 2002 ( Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  911 Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2322 Pub. L. 11777,  2(a) Dec. 22, 2021 135 Stat. 1522  Editorial Notes  References in Text Sections 1922, 1961, 1966, 1967, and 1969 of this title and sections 5101 to 5107 and 5109 of title 40, referred to in subsec. (a)(1), (3)(A), (4)(B)(ii)(III), was in the original a reference to the Act of July 31, 1946 40 U.S.C. 212a2 act July 31, 1946, ch. 707 60 Stat. 718 section 1961 of this title Pub. L. 107217 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section 5(c) of Pub. L. 107217 section 101 of Title 40 section 1 of Pub. L. 107217 Pub. L. 107217 July 31, 1946 Codification Section was classified to section 212c of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2021Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 11777,  2(a)(1) Subsec. (a)(4)(B). Pub. L. 11777,  2(a)(2)(A) Subsec. (a)(4)(B)(ii)(III). Pub. L. 11777,  2(a)(2)(B) Subsec. (a)(5). Pub. L. 11777,  2(a)(3) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2021 Amendment Pub. L. 11777,  4 Dec. 22, 2021 135 Stat. 1524 The amendments made by this Act [amending this section and section 1974 of this title October 1, 2021  1971. Contributions of meals and refreshments during emergency duty  At any time on or after November 12, 2001 ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  121 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 576  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 206d of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1972. Contributions of comfort and other incidental items and services during emergency duty  In addition to the authority provided under section 1971 of this title January 10, 2002 ( Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  910 Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2322  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 206d1 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1973. Support and maintenance expenditures during emergency duty  At any time on or after November 12, 2001 ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  124 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 576  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 206e of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  1974. Capitol Police special officers (a) In general In the event of an emergency, as determined by the Capitol Police Board or in a concurrent resolution of Congress, or as determined by the Chief of the Capitol Police in accordance with section 1970(a)(4)(B)(ii)(III) of this title (1) any law enforcement officer from any Federal agency or State or local government agency made available by that agency to serve as a special officer of the Capitol Police within the authorities of the Capitol Police in policing the Capitol buildings and grounds; and (2) any member of the uniformed services, including members of the National Guard, made available by the appropriate authority to serve as a special officer of the Capitol Police within the authorities of the Capitol Police in policing the Capitol buildings and grounds. An appointment under this section due to an emergency determined by the Chief of the Capitol Police under paragraph (4)(B)(ii)(III) of section 1970(a) of this title (b) Conditions of appointment An individual appointed as a special officer under this section shall (1) serve without pay for service performed as a special officer (other than pay received from the applicable employing agency or service); (2) serve as a special officer no longer than a period specified at the time of appointment; (3) not be a Federal employee by reason of service as a special officer, except as provided under paragraph (4); and (4) shall be an employee of the Government for purposes of chapter 171 of title 28 if that individual is acting within the scope of his office or employment in service as a special officer. (c) Reimbursement agreements Nothing in this section shall prohibit the Capitol Police from entering into an agreement for the reimbursement of services provided under this section with any Federal, State, or local agency. (d) Regulations Subject to approval by the Speaker of the House of Representatives (in consultation with the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives) and the Majority Leader of the Senate (in consultation with the Minority Leader of the Senate), acting jointly, the Capitol Police Board may prescribe regulations to carry out this section. (e) Effective date This section shall take effect on February 20, 2003 ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1017 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 365 Pub. L. 11777,  2(b) Dec. 22, 2021 135 Stat. 1523  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of Pub. L. 1087 Amendments 2021Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11777,  2(b)(1) section 1970(a)(4)(B)(ii)(III) of this title Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 11777,  2(b)(2) (1) qualification requirements as the Chief of the Capitol Police determines necessary; and (2) approval by the Capitol Police Board. Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 11777,  2(b)(3) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 11777,  2(b)(2) Subsecs. (f), (g). Pub. L. 11777,  2(b)(3) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2021 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11777 Oct. 1, 2021 section 4 of Pub. L. 11777 section 1970 of this title  1975. Overseas travel (a) Definition In this section, the term United States means each of the several States of the United States, the District of Columbia, and the territories and possessions of the United States. (b) In general A member of the Capitol Police may travel outside of the United States if (1) that travel is with, or in preparation for, travel of a Senator, including travel of a Senator as part of a congressional delegation; (2) the member of the Capitol Police is performing security advisory and liaison functions (including advance security liaison preparations) relating to the travel of that Senator; and (3) the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate gives prior approval to the travel of the member of the Capitol Police. (c) Law enforcement functions Subsection (b) shall not be construed to authorize the performance of law enforcement functions by a member of the Capitol Police in connection with the travel authorized under that subsection. (d) Reimbursement The Capitol Police shall be reimbursed for the overtime pay, travel, and related expenses of any member of the Capitol Police who travels under the authority of this section. Any reimbursement under this subsection shall be paid from the account under the heading  sergeant at arms and doorkeeper of the senate Contingent Expenses of the Senate (e) Amounts received Any amounts received by the Capitol Police for reimbursements under subsection (d) shall be credited to the accounts established for the general expenses or salaries of the Capitol Police, and shall be available to carry out the purposes of such accounts during the fiscal year in which the amounts are received and the following fiscal year. (f) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2005 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  12 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3171  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005.  1975a. Overseas travel to accompany members of House leadership (a) Travel authorized (1) In general A member of the Capitol Police may travel outside of the United States for official duty if (A) that travel is with, or in preparation for, travel of a Member of the House of Representatives who holds a position in a House Leadership Office, including travel of the Member as part of a congressional delegation; and (B) the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives gives prior approval to the travel of the member of the Capitol Police. (2) Definitions In this subsection (A) the term House Leadership office 1 1 (B) the term Member of the House of Representatives includes a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress; and (C) the term United States means each of the several States of the United States, the District of Columbia, and the territories and possessions of the United States. (b) Reimbursement from Sergeant at Arms (1) In general From amounts made available for salaries and expenses of the Office of the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives, the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives shall reimburse the Capitol Police for the overtime pay, travel, and related expenses of any member of the Capitol Police who travels under the authority of this section. (2) Use of amounts received Any amounts received by the Capitol Police for reimbursements under paragraph (1) shall be credited to the accounts established for the general expenses or salaries of the Capitol Police, and shall be available to carry out the purposes of such accounts during the fiscal year in which the amounts are received and the following fiscal year. (c) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2017 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 11531, div. I, title I,  110 May 5, 2017 131 Stat. 575  1976. Acceptance of donations of animals (a) In general The Capitol Police may accept the donation of animals to be used in the canine units of the Capitol Police. (b) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2005 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  1005 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3180  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005.  1977. Settlement and payment of tort claims (a) Federal Tort Claims Act (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), the Chief of the Capitol Police, in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Attorney General and any regulations as the Capitol Police Board may prescribe, may consider, ascertain, determine, compromise, adjust, and settle, in accordance with the provisions of chapter 171 of title 28, any claim for money damages against the United States for injury or loss of property or personal injury or death caused by the negligent or wrongful act or omission of any employee of the Capitol Police while acting within the scope of his office or employment, under circumstances where the United States, if a private person, would be liable to the claimant in accordance with the law of the place where the act or omission occurred. (2) Special rule for claims made by Members of Congress and congressional employees (A) In general With respect to any claim described in paragraph (1) which is made by a Member of Congress or any officer or employee of Congress, the Chief of the Capitol Police shall (i) not later than 14 days after the receipt of such a claim, notify the Chairman of the applicable Committee of the receipt of the claim; and (ii) not later than 90 days after the receipt of such a claim, submit a proposal for the resolution of such claim which shall be subject to the approval of the Chairman of the applicable Committee. (B) Extension The 90-day period in subparagraph (A)(ii) may be extended for an additional period (not to exceed 90 days) for good cause by the Chairman of the applicable Committee, upon the request of the Chief of the Capitol Police. (C) Approval consistent with Federal Tort Claims Act Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to permit the Chairman of an applicable Committee to approve a proposal for the resolution of a claim described in paragraph (1) which is not consistent with the terms and conditions applicable under chapter 171 of title 28 to the resolution of claims for money damages against the United States. (D) Applicable Committee defined In this paragraph, the term applicable Committee means (i) the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, in the case of a claim of a Senator or an officer or employee whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate; or (ii) the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, in the case of a Member of the House of Representatives (including a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress) or an officer or employee whose pay is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives. (3) Head of agency For purposes of section 2672 of title 28 (4) Regulations The Capitol Police Board may prescribe regulations to carry out this subsection. (b) Claims of employees of Capitol Police (1) In general The Capitol Police Board may prescribe regulations to apply the provisions of section 3721 of title 31 (2) Limitation No settlement and payment of a claim under regulations prescribed under this subsection may exceed the limits applicable to the settlement and payment of claims under section 3721 of title 31 (c) Rule of construction Nothing in this section may be construed to affect (1) any payment under section 1304 of title 31 (2) any authority for any (A) settlement under section 1414 of this title (B) payment under section 1415 of this title (d) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2005 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  1006 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3180  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005.  1978. Deployment outside of jurisdiction (a) Requirements for prior notice and approval The Chief of the Capitol Police may not deploy any officer outside of the areas established by law for the jurisdiction of the Capitol Police unless (1) the Chief provides prior notification to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, and the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate of the costs anticipated to be incurred with respect to the deployment; and (2) the Capitol Police Board gives prior approval to the deployment. (b) Exception for certain services Subsection (a) does not apply with respect to the deployment of any officer for any of the following purposes: (1) Responding to an imminent threat or emergency. (2) Intelligence gathering. (3) Providing protective services. (c) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2005 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  1007 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3182 Pub. L. 111145,  2(c) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 51  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005. Amendments 2010Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 111145  1979. Release of security information (a) Definition In this section, the term security information means information that (1) is sensitive with respect to the policing, protection, physical security, intelligence, counterterrorism actions, or emergency preparedness and response relating to Congress, any statutory protectee of the Capitol Police, and the Capitol buildings and grounds; and (2) is obtained by, on behalf of, or concerning the Capitol Police Board, the Capitol Police, or any incident command relating to emergency response. (b) Authority of Board to determine conditions of release Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any security information in the possession of the Capitol Police may be released by the Capitol Police to another entity, including an individual, only if the Capitol Police Board determines in consultation with other appropriate law enforcement officials, experts in security preparedness, and appropriate committees of Congress, that the release of the security information will not compromise the security and safety of the Capitol buildings and grounds or any individual whose protection and safety is under the jurisdiction of the Capitol Police. (c) Rule of construction Nothing in this section may be construed to affect the ability of the Senate and the House of Representatives (including any Member, officer, or committee of either House of Congress) to obtain information from the Capitol Police regarding the operations and activities of the Capitol Police that affect the Senate and House of Representatives. (d) Regulations The Capitol Police Board may promulgate regulations to carry out this section, with the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives. (e) Effective date This section shall take effect on December 8, 2004 (1) any remaining portion of fiscal year 2004, if this Act is enacted before October 1, 2004 (2) fiscal year 2005 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  1009 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3182  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in subsec. (e)(1), is div. G of Pub. L. 108447 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3166 Dec. 8, 2004 Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005.  1980. Mounted horse unit (a) The United States Capitol Police may not operate a mounted horse unit during fiscal year 2006 or any succeeding fiscal year. (b) Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Chief of the Capitol Police shall transfer to the Chief of the United States Park Police the horses, equipment, and supplies of the Capitol Police mounted horse unit which remain in the possession of the Capitol Police as of such date. ( Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1002 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 572  Editorial Notes  References in Text The date of the enactment of this Act, referred to in subsec. (b), is the date of the enactment of Pub. L. 10955 Aug. 2, 2005 Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2006.  1981. Advance payments  During fiscal year 2008 and each succeeding fiscal year, following notification of the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the Senate, the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate 1 1 ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1002 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2227 Pub. L. 111145,  2(d)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 51  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2008, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008. Amendments 2010 Pub. L. 111145 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Pub. L. 111145,  2(d)(2) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 51 The amendment made by this subsection [amending this section] shall take effect 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act [ Mar. 4, 2010  1982. Acceptance of surplus or obsolete property  Upon notifying the Committees of Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate, the United States Capitol Police may accept surplus or obsolete property offered by another Federal department, agency, or office. ( Pub. L. 11531, div. I, title I,  1001(b) May 5, 2017 131 Stat. 578  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2017, which is div. I of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2017. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section applicable with respect to fiscal year 2017 and each succeeding fiscal year, see section 1001(c) of Pub. L. 11531 section 1906 of this title CHAPTER 30 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF CAPITOL COMPLEX    SUBCHAPTER IHOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES  Sec.  2001. House Office Building; control, supervision, and care.  2002. Acquisition of buildings and facilities for use in emergency situation.  2003. Speaker as member of House Office Building commission.  2004. Assignment of rooms in House Office Building.  2005. Vacant rooms; assignment to Representatives.  2006. Withdrawal by Representative of request for vacant rooms.  2007. Exchange of rooms.  2008. Record of assignment of rooms.  2009. Assignment of rooms to Commissioner from Puerto Rico.  2010. Assignment of rooms; control of by House.  2011. Assignment of unoccupied space.  2012. Furniture for House of Representatives.  2013. Revolving fund for House gymnasium; deposit of receipts; availability for expenditure.  SUBCHAPTER IISENATE  2021. Additional Senate office building.  2022. Acquisition of buildings and facilities for use in emergency situation.  2023. Control, care, and supervision of Senate Office Building.  2024. Assignment of space in Senate Office Building.  2025. Senate Garage.  2026. Senate Staff Health and Fitness Facility Revolving Fund.  SUBCHAPTER IIIRESTAURANTS  2041. House of Representatives restaurant, cafeteria, and food services.  2042. Senate Restaurants; management by Architect of the Capitol.  2043. Authorization and direction to effectuate purposes of sections 2042 to 2047 of this title.  2044. Special deposit account.  2045. Deposits and disbursements under special deposit account.  2046. Bond of Architect, Assistant Architect, and other employees.  2047. Supersedure of prior provisions for maintenance and operation of Senate Restaurants.  2048. Repealed.  2049. Loans for Senate Restaurants.  2050. Transfer of appropriations for management personnel and miscellaneous restaurant expenses to special deposit account.  2051. Continued benefits for certain Senate Restaurants employees.  2052. Senate restaurant deficit fund; deposit of proceeds from surcharge on orders.  SUBCHAPTER IVCHILD CARE  2061. Designation of play areas on Capitol grounds for children attending day care center.  2062. House of Representatives Child Care Center.  2063. Senate Employee Child Care Center.  2064. Senate Employee Child Care Center employee benefits.  2065. Reimbursement of Senate day care center employees.  SUBCHAPTER VHISTORICAL PRESERVATION AND FINE ARTS  Part AUnited States Capitol Preservation Commission  2081. United States Capitol Preservation Commission.  2082. Authority of Commission to accept gifts and conduct other transactions relating to works of fine art and other property.  2083. Capitol Preservation Fund.  2084. Audits by the Comptroller General.  2085. Advisory boards.  2086. Definition.  Part BSenate Commission on Art  2101. Senate Commission on Art.  2102. Duties of Commission.  2103. Supervision and maintenance of Old Senate Chamber.  2104. Publication of list of works of art, historical objects, and exhibits.  2105. Authorization of appropriations.  2106. Repealed.  2107. Conservation, restoration, replication, or replacement of items in United States Senate Collection.  2108. Provisions relating to Senate Commission on Art.  Part CHouse of Representatives Fine Arts Board  2121. House of Representatives Fine Arts Board.  2122. Acceptance of gifts on behalf of the House of Representatives.  Part DMiscellaneous  2131. National Statuary Hall.  2131a. Eligibility for placement of statues in National Statuary Hall.  2132. Replacement of statue in Statuary Hall.  2133. Acceptance and supervision of works of fine arts.  2134. Art exhibits.  2135. Private studios and works of art.  SUBCHAPTER VIBOTANIC GARDEN AND NATIONAL GARDEN  2141. Supervision of Botanic Garden.  2142. Superintendent of Botanic Garden and greenhouses.  2143. Utilization of personnel by Architect of the Capitol for maintenance and operation of Botanic Garden.  2144. Disbursement of appropriations for Botanic Garden.  2145. Restriction on use of appropriation for Botanic Garden.  2146. National Garden.  2147. Plant material exchanges.  2148. Administration of educational outreach and services.  SUBCHAPTER VIIOTHER ENTITIES AND SERVICES  2161. Transferred.  2162. Capitol Power Plant.  2162a. Promoting maximum efficiency in operation of Capitol Power Plant.  2163. Capitol Grounds shuttle service.  2164. Transportation of House Pages by Capitol Grounds shuttle service.  2165 2166. Repealed.  2167. Congressional Award Youth Park.  2168. Memorandum of understanding for provision of services of the United States Capitol telephone exchange for the House.  2169. Capitol complex E85 refueling station.  2170. Battery recharging stations for privately owned vehicles in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the Senate at no net cost to the Federal Government.  2171. Battery recharging stations for privately owned vehicles in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the House of Representatives at no net cost to the Federal Government.  2171a. Battery recharging stations for privately owned vehicles in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the Librarian of Congress at no net cost to the Federal Government.  2172. Office of Congressional Accessibility Services.  SUBCHAPTER VIIIMISCELLANEOUS  2181. Assignment of space for meetings of joint committees, conference committees, etc.  2182. Use of space formerly occupied by Library of Congress.  2183. Protection of buildings and property.  2184. Purchase of furniture or carpets for House or Senate.  2185. Estimates for improvements in grounds.  2186. Square 580 landscape maintenance. SUBCHAPTER I HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES  2001. House Office Building; control, supervision, and care  The House of Representatives Office Building, which shall hereafter be designated as the House Office Building and the employment of all service, other than the United States Capitol Police, that may be appropriated for by Congress, necessary for its protection, care, and occupancy, shall be under the control and supervision of the Architect of the Capitol, subject to the approval and direction of a commission consisting of the Speaker of the House of Representatives and two Representatives in Congress, to be appointed by the Speaker. Vacancies occurring by resignation, termination of service as Representatives in Congress, or otherwise in the membership of said commission shall be filled by the Speaker, and any two members of said commission shall constitute a quorum to do business. The Architect of the Capitol shall submit annually to Congress estimates in detail for all services, other than the United States Capitol Police, and for all other expenses in connection with said office building and necessary for its protection, care, and occupancy; and said commission herein referred to shall from time to time prescribe rules and regulations to govern said architect in making all such employments, together with rules and regulations governing the use and occupancy of all rooms and space in said building. ( Mar. 4, 1907, ch. 2918 34 Stat. 1365 May 28, 1908 35 Stat. 578 Mar. 3, 1921, ch. 124 41 Stat. 1291 Pub. L. 111145,  6(c)(1) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 175 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on act Mar. 4, 1907 Amendments 2010 Pub. L. 111145 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Change of name of Architect of the Capitol, functions abolished, transferred, etc., by prior acts, see Prior Provisions and Change of Name notes set out under section 1801 of this title Short Title of 2012 Amendment Pub. L. 112234,  1 Dec. 28, 2012 126 Stat. 1624 This Act [amending sections 2084 and 2108 of this title, section 2703a of Title 19 section 1708a of Title 21 section 376 of Title 28 section 2103 of Title 36 section 4301 of Title 38 section 416 of Title 39 section 416 of Title 39 Acquisition of Site Act Mar. 3, 1903, ch. 1007 32 Stat. 1113 Joint Resolution May 28, 1908 House Public Address Sound System Activities; Transfer of Employees and Funding Pub. L. 104197, title III,  307 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2413  (a) Upon approval of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives, and in accordance with conditions determined by the Committee on House Oversight [now Committee on House Administration], positions in connection with House public address sound system activities and related funding shall be transferred from the appropriation for the Architect of the Capitol for Capitol buildings and grounds under the heading  capitol buildings salaries, officers and employees (b) For purposes of section 8339(m) of title 5 o (c) In the case of days of annual leave to the credit of any such employee as of the date such employee is transferred under subsection (a), the Architect of the Capitol is authorized to make a lump sum payment to each such employee for that annual leave. No such payment shall be considered a payment or compensation within the meaning of any law relating to dual compensation. Transfer of ONeill Building to House of Representatives Pub. L. 114223, div. C,  176 Pub. L. 114254, div. A,  101(3) Dec. 10, 2016 130 Stat. 1012  (a)  Transfer Effective upon the expiration of the 180-day period that begins on the date of the enactment of this section [ Dec. 10, 2016 (1) the building described in subsection (e) shall become an office building of the House of Representatives; (2) the Administrator of General Services shall transfer custody, control, and administrative jurisdiction over the building to the Architect of the Capitol; and (3) the Architect of the Capitol shall exercise custody, control, and administrative jurisdiction over the building subject to the direction of the House Office Building Commission. (b)  Treatment as House Office Building and Part of Capitol Grounds Upon the transfer of custody, control, and administrative jurisdiction under subsection (a), the building and grounds described in subsection (e) shall be treated as a House Office Building and as part of the United States Capitol Grounds for purposes of all laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the House Office Buildings and the Capitol Grounds, including (1) chapter 51 of title 40, United States Code (relating to the administration of the United States Capitol Buildings and Grounds); and (2) section 9 of the Act entitled An Act to define the area of the United States Capitol Grounds, to regulate the use thereof, and for other purposes, approved July 31, 1946 2 U.S.C. 1961 (c)  Authority of Architect of the Capitol to Enter Into Leases and Other Agreements With Federal Departments and Agencies for Use of Building. (1)  Authority described The Architect of the Capitol is authorized to enter into leases and other agreements with departments and agencies of the Federal Government for the use of the building described in subsection (e) (or portions thereof), subject to the approval of the House Office Building Commission. (2)  Collection of payments Pursuant to a lease or other agreement entered into between the Architect of the Capitol and a department or agency of the Federal Government under the authority described in paragraph (1), the Architect of the Capitol is authorized to collect payments from such department or agency and such department or agency is authorized to make payments to the Architect of the Capitol, including payments of commercially-equivalent rent. (3)  Treatment of payments Any payments received by the Architect of the Capitol pursuant to any lease or other agreement entered into under this subsection shall be deposited to the appropriation available to the Architect of the Capitol from the House Office Buildings Fund established under subsection (d) and shall be subject to future appropriation. (d)  House Office Buildings Fund. (1)  Establishment There is established in the Treasury of the United States a fund to be known as the House Office Buildings Fund (hereafter in this section referred to as the Fund). (2)  Contents of fund The Fund shall consist of the following amounts: (A) Amounts transferred by the Architect of the Capitol under paragraph (3) of subsection (c). (B) Interest earned on the balance of the Fund. (C) Such other amounts as may be appropriated by law. (3)  Use of fund Amounts in the Fund shall be available to the Architect of the Capitol for the maintenance, care, and operation of the House office buildings, and may be used to reimburse the United States Capitol Police, the House of Representatives, or any other office of the legislative branch which provides goods or services for the maintenance, care, and operation of the building and grounds described in subsection (e), in such amounts as may be appropriated under law. (4)  Notification to committee on appropriations Upon making any obligation or expenditure of any amount in the Fund, the Architect of the Capitol shall notify the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives of the amount and purpose of the obligation or expenditure. (5)  Continuing availability of funds Amounts in the Fund are available without regard to fiscal year limitation. (e)  Description of Building and Grounds. (1)  Description The building and grounds described in this subsection is the Federal building located in the District of Columbia which is commonly known as the Thomas P. ONeill Jr. Federal Building, and which is more particularly described as follows: Square 579, Lot 827, at 200 C Street Southwest, bounded by C Street Southwest on the north, by 2nd Street Southwest on the east, by D Street Southwest on the south, and by 3rd Street Southwest on the west, and by all that area contiguous to and surrounding Square 579 from the property line thereof to the west curb of 3rd Street Southwest, the north curb of C Street Southwest, the east curb of 2nd Street Southwest, and the south curb of D Street Southwest. (2)  Retention of responsibilities of district of columbia The Mayor of the District of Columbia will retain responsibility for the maintenance and improvement of those portions of the streets which are situated between the curb lines of the streets referenced in paragraph (1). 501 First Street SE., District of Columbia; Disposal of Real Property Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  1302 Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 429  (a)  Use of Building In exercising its authority under the item Architect of the Capitol, Capitol Buildings and Grounds, House Office Buildings in the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1985 ( Public Law 98367 2 U.S.C. 2001 (b)  Effective Date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2014 and each succeeding fiscal year. Pub. L. 10499, title I,  121 Jan. 26, 1996 110 Stat. 30 Pub. L. 105275, title I,  110 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2440  (a)  Disposal of Real Property. (1)  In general The Architect of the Capitol shall dispose of by sale at fair market value all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to the parcel of real property described in paragraph (9), including all improvements to such real property. Such disposal shall be made by quitclaim deed. (2)  House office building commission The Architect of the Capitol shall carry out this section under the direction of the House Office Building Commission. (3)  Procedures Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the disposal under paragraph (1) shall be made in accordance with such procedures as the Architect of the Capitol determines appropriate. (4)  Sense of congress It is the sense of Congress that the child care center of the House of Representatives should remain in operation during the implementation of this section. (5)  Terms and conditions The deed of conveyance for the property to be disposed of under paragraph (1) shall contain such terms and conditions as the Architect of the Capitol determines are necessary to protect the interests of the United States. (6)  Deposit of proceeds All proceeds from the disposal under paragraph (1) shall be deposited in the account established by subsection (b). (7)  Advertising and marketing The Architect of the Capitol shall begin advertising and marketing the property to be disposed of under paragraph (1) not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Jan. 26, 1996 (8)  Local zoning and occupancy requirements Until such date as the purchaser of the property to be disposed of under paragraph (1) takes full occupancy of such property, such property and the tenants of such property shall be deemed to be in compliance with all applicable zoning and occupancy requirements of the District of Columbia. (9)  Property description The parcel of real property referred to in paragraph (1) is the approximately 31,725 square feet of land located at 501 First Street, SE., on square 736 S, Lot 801 (formerly part of Reservation 17) in the District of Columbia. Such parcel is bounded by E Street, SE., to the north, First Street, SE., to the east, New Jersey Avenue, SE., to the west, and Garfield Park to the south. (b)  Separate Account in the Treasury. (1)  Establishment There is established in the Treasury of the United States a separate account which shall consist of amounts deposited into the account by the Architect of the Capitol under subsection (a). (2)  Availability of funds Funds in the account established by paragraph (1) shall be available, in such amounts as are specified in appropriations Acts, to the Architect of the Capitol for (A) payment of expenses associated with relocating the tenants of the property to be disposed of under subsection (a)(1); (B) payment of expenses associated with renovating facilities under the jurisdiction of the Architect for the purpose of accommodating such tenants; (C) reimbursement of expenses incurred for advertising and marketing activities related to the disposal under subsection (a)(1) in a total amount of not to exceed $75,000; and (D) reimbursement of expenses incurred by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives to cover the costs of furnishings and furniture to accommodate the needs of the House of Representatives Child Care Center. Funds made available under this paragraph shall not be subject to any fiscal year limitation. (3)  Reporting of transactions Receipts, obligations, and expenditures of funds in the account established by paragraph (1) shall be reported in annual estimates submitted to Congress by the Architect of the Capitol for the operation and maintenance of the Capitol Buildings and Grounds. (4)  Termination of account Not later than 2 years after the date of settlement on the property to be disposed of under subsection (a)(1), the Architect of the Capitol shall terminate the account established by paragraph (1) and all amounts remaining in the account shall be deposited into the general fund of the Treasury of the United States and credited as miscellaneous receipts. (c)  Authority To Furnish Steam and Chilled Water. (1)  In general The Architect of the Capitol is authorized to furnish steam and chilled water from the Capitol Power Plant to the owner of the property to be disposed of under subsection (a)(1) if the owner agrees to pay for such steam and chilled water at market rates, as determined by the Architect of the Capitol. (2)  Authority limited to existing facilities The Architect of the Capitol may furnish steam and chilled water under paragraph (1) only with respect to facilities which, on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Jan. 26, 1996 (3)  Proceeds All proceeds from the sale of steam and chilled water under paragraph (1) shall be deposited into the general fund of the Treasury of the United States and credited as miscellaneous receipts. [ Pub. L. 104134, title II,  21103 Apr. 26, 1996 110 Stat. 1321335 Notwithstanding section 106 of Public Law 10499 110 Stat. 27 110 Stat. 30 section 1611 of this title section 1611 of this title Public Law 10499 Pub. L. 98367, title I July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 483 That notwithstanding any other provision of law, the House Office Building Commission is authorized to use, to such extent as it may deem necessary, for the purposes of providing office and other accommodations for the House of Representatives, the building located at 501 First Street, S.E., on a portion of Reservation 17 in the District of Columbia when such building is acquired by the Architect of the Capitol at the direction of the House Office Building Commission under authority of the Additional House Office Building Act of 1955 [ act Apr. 22, 1955, ch. 26 69 Stat. 41 Provided further House Parking Activities; Transfer of Employees and Funding Pub. L. 10453, title III,  306 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 536  (a) Upon approval of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives, and in accordance with conditions determined by the Committee on House Oversight [now Committee on House Administration], positions in connection with House parking activities and related funding shall be transferred from the appropriation Architect of the Capitol, Capitol buildings and grounds, House office buildings to the appropriation House of Representatives, salaries, officers and employees, Office of the Sergeant at Arms: Provided (b) For purposes of section 8339(m) of title 5 o (c) In the case of days of annual leave to the credit of any such employee as of the date such employee is transferred under subsection (a) the Architect of the Capitol is authorized to make a lump sum payment to each such employee for that annual leave. No such payment shall be considered a payment or compensation within the meaning of any law relating to dual compensation. Designation of House Office Buildings House Resolution No. 402, One Hundred First Congress, Sept. 10, 1990 SECTION 1. DESIGNATIONS. (a) Thomas P. ONeill, Jr. House of Representatives Office Building (b) Gerald R. Ford House of Representatives Office Building SEC. 2. REFERENCES. Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to a building referred to in section 1 shall be deemed to be a reference to the building as designated in that section. SEC. 3. STATUES. The Speaker of the House of Representatives may purchase or accept as a gift to the House of Representatives, for permanent display in the appropriate building designated in section 1, a suitable statue or bust of the individual for whom the building is named. Such purchase or acceptance shall be carried out (1) in the case of the building referred to in section 1(a), in consultation with the majority leader of the House of Representatives; and (2) in the case of the building referred to in section 1(b), in consultation with the minority leader of the House of Representatives. Additional House Office Building Pub. L. 946 Feb. 28, 1975 89 Stat. 12 Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the House Office Building Commission is authorized (1) to use, to such extent as it may deem necessary, for the purposes of providing office and other accommodations for the House of Representatives, the building located on Square 581 in the District of Columbia when such Square, including the improvements thereon, is acquired by the Architect of the Capitol at the direction of the House Office Building Commission under authority of the Additional House Office Building Act of 1955 [ act Apr. 22, 1955, ch. 26 69 Stat. 41 June 30, 1975 Provided further Act Apr. 22, 1955, ch. 26 69 Stat. 41 Use of Congressional Hotel as House Office Building; Lease of Unused Space Pub. L. 92313,  8 June 16, 1972 86 Stat. 222  (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the House Office Building Commission is authorized (1) to use, to such extent as it may deem necessary, for the purpose of providing office and other accommodations for the House of Representatives, the building, known as the Congressional Hotel, acquired by the Government in 1957 as part of Lot 20 in Square 692 in the District of Columbia under authority of the Additional House Office Building Act of 1955 [ act Apr. 22, 1955, ch. 26 69 Stat. 41 (b) Any space in such building used for office and other accommodations for the House of Representatives shall be deemed to be a part of the House Office Buildings and, as such, shall be subject to the laws, rules, and regulations applicable to those buildings. Additional Parking Space for House Employees House Resolution No. 208, Ninety-fourth Congress, Feb. 24, 1975 Pub. L. 9459, title II,  201 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 282 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(4)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1749  That the chairman, Committee on House Oversight [now Committee on House Administration] of the House of Representatives is authorized: (1) to lease or to otherwise provide additional indoor and outdoor parking facilities for employees of the House of Representatives in an area or areas in the District of Columbia outside but adjacent to the limits of the United States Capitol Grounds; (2) to regulate and assign such additional parking facilities; (3) to utilize the United States Capitol Police with respect to such parking areas, and transit routes; and (4) to utilize the services of the Architect of the Capitol to prepare bids, leases, or otherwise assist in obtaining such additional parking facilities. Until otherwise provided by law, there shall be paid out of the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives such sums as may be necessary to carry out this authorization. Inclusion of Additional Areas and Buildings For inclusion of additional areas and buildings as part of the United States Capitol grounds, see order of the House Office Building Commission affecting the Capitol grounds and buildings, set out as a note under section 5102 of Title 40 Compensation of Superintendent of Garages of House Office Buildings Pub. L. 100458, title I Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2170 Pub. L. 10290, title I,  105 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 460 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(4)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1748 That upon enactment of this Act [ Oct. 1, 1988 section 5306(a)(1)(B) of title 5 Compensation of Personnel Assigned to House Garages in Connection With Parking Activities Pub. L. 93245 Jan. 3, 1974 87 Stat. 1079 Effective on the first day of the first applicable pay period which begins on or after the date of enactment of this Act [ Jan. 3, 1974 5 U.S.C. 5307  2002. Acquisition of buildings and facilities for use in emergency situation (a) Acquisition of buildings and facilities Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in order to respond to an emergency situation, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives may acquire buildings and facilities, subject to the availability of appropriations, for the use of the House of Representatives by lease, purchase, or such other arrangement as the Chief Administrative Officer considers appropriate (including a memorandum of understanding with the head of an executive agency, as defined in section 105 of title 5 (b) Agreements Notwithstanding any other provision of law, for purposes of carrying out subsection (a), the Chief Administrative Officer may carry out such activities and enter into such agreements related to the use of any building or facility acquired pursuant to such subsection as the Chief Administrative Officer considers appropriate, including (1) agreements with the United States Capitol Police or any other entity relating to the policing of such building or facility; and (2) agreements with the Architect of the Capitol or any other entity relating to the care and maintenance of such building or facility. (c) Authority of Capitol Police and Architect (1) Architect of the Capitol Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Architect of the Capitol may take any action necessary to carry out an agreement entered into with the Chief Administrative Officer pursuant to subsection (b). (2) Omitted (d) Transfer of certain funds Subject to the approval of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives, the Architect of the Capitol may transfer to the Chief Administrative Officer amounts made available to the Architect for necessary expenses for the maintenance, care and operation of the House office buildings during a fiscal year in order to cover any portion of the costs incurred by the Chief Administrative Officer during the year in acquiring a building or facility pursuant to subsection (a). (e) Effective date This section and the amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  903 Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2317 Pub. L. 107206, title I,  903(a)(1) Aug. 2, 2002 116 Stat. 876  Editorial Notes  References in Text For the amendments made by this section, referred to in subsec. (e), see Codification note below. Codification Section was classified to section 175a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is comprised of section 903 of Pub. L. 107117 section 903 of Pub. L. 107117 section 1961 of this title Amendments 2002Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 107206 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2002 Amendment Pub. L. 107206, title I,  903(c) Aug. 2, 2002 116 Stat. 876 The amendment made by this section [amending this section and section 1961 of this title Pub. L. 107117, div. B  2003. Speaker as member of House Office Building commission  The Speaker shall continue a member of the commission in control of said building until his successor as Speaker is elected or his term as a Representative in Congress shall have expired. ( Mar. 4, 1911, ch. 240 36 Stat. 1306  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 176 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on act Mar. 4, 1911  2004. Assignment of rooms in House Office Building  The assignment of rooms in the House Office Building, made prior to May 28, 1908 ( May 28, 1908 35 Stat. 578  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 177 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2005. Vacant rooms; assignment to Representatives  Any Member or Member-elect of the House of Representatives may file with the Architect of the Capitol a request in writing that any individual office room be assigned to him whenever it shall become vacant. If only one such request has been made for any room which shall at any time have become vacant, the room shall be assigned as requested. If two or more requests are made for the same vacant room, preference shall be given to the Representative making the request who has been longest in continuous service as a Member and Member-elect of the House of Representatives. If two or more Representatives with equal length of continuous service, or two or more Representatives-elect make request for the same room, preference shall be given to the one first preferring his request. ( May 28, 1908 35 Stat. 578 Mar. 3, 1921, ch. 124 41 Stat. 1291  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 178 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Change of name of Architect of the Capitol, functions abolished, transferred, etc., by prior acts, see Prior Provisions and Change of Name notes set out under section 1801 of this title  2006. Withdrawal by Representative of request for vacant rooms  A Representative or Representative-elect making request for the assignment of a vacant room may withdraw the same at any time and no one shall have pending at the same time more than one such request. The assignment of a new room to a Representative, upon his request, or the appointment of any Representative having an individual office room as chairman of a committee having a committee room, shall act as a relinquishment by him of the room previously assigned to him. ( May 28, 1908 35 Stat. 578  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 179 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2007. Exchange of rooms  Representatives having rooms assigned to them in the foregoing manner may exchange rooms one with another, but such exchange shall be valid only so long as both Members making the exchange shall remain continuously Members or Members-elect of the House of Representatives. ( May 28, 1908 35 Stat. 578  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 180 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2008. Record of assignment of rooms  The Architect of the Capitol shall keep a record of the assignment of rooms made, exchanges which may be made, requests for vacant rooms which may be filed, and the assignment thereof, which record shall be open for the inspection of Representatives or Representatives-elect of the House. ( May 28, 1908 35 Stat. 579 Mar. 3, 1921, ch. 124 41 Stat. 1291  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 181 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Change of name of Architect of the Capitol, functions abolished, transferred, etc., by prior acts, see Prior Provisions and Change of Name notes set out under section 1801 of this title  2009. Assignment of rooms to Commissioner from Puerto Rico  In the matter of the assignment of rooms under sections 2004 to 2011 of this title, Delegates in Congress and the Commissioner from Puerto Rico shall be treated the same as Representatives. ( May 28, 1908 35 Stat. 579 May 17, 1932, ch. 190 47 Stat. 158 July 4, 1946 60 Stat. 1352  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 182 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Words and the Philippine Islands after Puerto Rico were omitted pursuant to 1946 Proc. No. 2695, eff. July 4, 1946 60 Stat. 1352 July 4, 1946 act Mar. 24, 1934, ch. 84,  10 48 Stat. 463 section 1394 of Title 22 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Puerto Rico substituted in text for Porto Rico pursuant to act May 17, 1932 section 731a of Title 48 Commissioner From Puerto Rico as Resident Commissioner Section 2106 of Title 5  2010. Assignment of rooms; control of by House  The assignment and reassignment of the rooms and other space in the House Office Building shall be subject to the control of the House of Representatives by rule, resolution, order, or otherwise. Nothing in sections 2004 to 2011 of this title shall be construed to affect or repeal the provisions of section 2001 of this title ( May 28, 1908 35 Stat. 579 Mar. 3, 1921, ch. 124 41 Stat. 1291  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 183 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Change of name of Architect of the Capitol, functions abolished, transferred, etc., by prior acts, see Prior Provisions and Change of Name notes set out under section 1801 of this title  2011. Assignment of unoccupied space  Unoccupied space in said building shall be assigned by the Architect of the Capitol under the direction of the commission and subject to the control of the House of Representatives. ( May 28, 1908 35 Stat. 579 Mar. 3, 1921, ch. 124 41 Stat. 1291  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 184 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Change of name of Architect of the Capitol, functions abolished, transferred, etc., by prior acts, see Prior Provisions and Change of Name notes set out under section 1801 of this title  2012. Furniture for House of Representatives  The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall supervise and direct the care and repair of all furniture in the Hall, cloakrooms, lobby, committee rooms, and offices of the House, and all furniture required for the House of Representatives or for any of its committee rooms or offices shall be procured on designs and specifications made or approved by the Chief Administrative Officer. ( Apr. 28, 1902, ch. 594 32 Stat. 125 Pub. L. 111248,  3(a) Sept. 30, 2010 124 Stat. 2626  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 169 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on par. from act Apr. 28, 1902 Amendments 2010 Pub. L. 111248  2013. Revolving fund for House gymnasium; deposit of receipts; availability for expenditure  There is established in the Treasury a revolving fund for the House of Representatives gymnasium. The Architect of the Capitol shall deposit in the fund such amounts as the Architect may receive as gymnasium dues or assessments from Members of the House of Representatives and other authorized users of the gymnasium. The amounts so deposited shall be available for obligation by the Architect for expenses of the gymnasium. ( Pub. L. 102392, title I,  106 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1715  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117i of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1993, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1993. SUBCHAPTER II SENATE  2021. Additional Senate office building  Upon completion of the additional office building for the United States Senate, the building and the grounds and sidewalks surrounding the same shall be subject to the provisions of sections 1922, 1961, 1966, 1967, 1969, 2023, and 2024 of this title and sections 5101 to 5107 and 5109 of title 40, in the same manner and to the same extent as the present Senate Office Building and the grounds and sidewalks surrounding the same. ( June 25, 1948, ch. 658 62 Stat. 1029  Editorial Notes  References in Text Sections 1922, 1961, 1966, 1967, and 1969 of this title and sections 5101 to 5107 and 5109 of title 40, referred to in text, was in the original a reference to the Act of July 31, 1946, ch. 707 60 Stat. 718 section 1961 of this title Pub. L. 107217 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section 5(c) of Pub. L. 107217 section 101 of Title 40 section 1 of Pub. L. 107217 Pub. L. 107217 July 31, 1946 Sections 2023 and 2024 of this title, referred to in text, was in the original a reference to the Act of June 8, 1942 act of June 8, 1942, ch. 396 56 Stat. 330 Codification Section was classified to section 174b1 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Acquisition of Property for Use as Residential Facility for United States Senate Pages Pub. L. 102330,  1 Aug. 3, 1992 106 Stat. 849 Pub. L. 10350 July 2, 1993 107 Stat. 267  (a)  Acquisition of Property (1) The Architect of the Capitol, under the direction of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, may acquire, on behalf of the United States Government, by purchase, condemnation, transfer or otherwise, as an addition to the United States Capitol Grounds, such real property in the District of Columbia as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act [this note]. Real property acquired for purposes of this Act, may, in the discretion of the Architect of the Capitol, extend to the outer face of the curbs of such property so acquired, including alleys or parts of alleys and streets within the lot lines and curblines surrounding such real property, together with any or all improvements thereon. (2) Subject to the approval by the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, an amount necessary to enable the Architect of the Capitol to carry out the provisions of this section may be transferred from any appropriation under the heading  senate Salaries, Officers and Employees Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper Contingent Expenses of the Senate Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate architect of the capitol Capitol Buildings and Grounds Senate Office Buildings. (b)  United States Capitol Grounds and Buildings Immediately upon the acquisition by the Architect of the Capitol, on behalf of the United States, of the real property, and the improvements thereon, as provided under subsection (a), the real property acquired shall be a part of the United States Capitol Grounds, and the improvements on such real property shall be a part of the Senate Office Buildings. Such real property and improvements shall be subject to the Act of July 31, 1946 40 U.S.C. 193a 2 U.S.C. 1922 40 U.S.C. 5101 June 8, 1942 40 U.S.C. 174c 2 U.S.C. 2023 (c)  Building Codes The real property and improvements acquired in accordance with subsection (a) shall be repaired and altered, to the maximum extent feasible as determined by the Architect of the Capitol, in accordance with a nationally recognized model building code, and other applicable nationally recognized codes (including electrical codes, fire and life safety codes, and plumbing codes, as determined by the Architect of the Capitol), using the most current edition of the nationally recognized codes referred to in this subsection. (d)  Repairs; Expenditures The Architect of the Capitol is authorized, without regard to the provisions of section 3709 of the Revised Statutes of the United States [see 41 U.S.C. 6101 (e)  Authorization There is authorized to be appropriated to the account under the heading Architect of the Capitol and the subheadings Capitol Buildings and Grounds and Senate Office Buildings, $2,000,000 for carrying out the purposes of this Act. Moneys appropriated pursuant to this authorization may remain available until expended. (f)  Use of Property The real property, and improvements thereon, acquired in accordance with subsection (a) shall be available to the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate for use as a residential facility for United States Senate Pages, and for such other purposes as the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration may provide. Authorization of Architect of Capitol To Lease City Post Office Building for Use by Senate and for Other Purposes Pub. L. 111310,  1 Dec. 15, 2010 124 Stat. 3293  (a)  Designation The facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2 Massachusetts Avenue, NE, in Washington, D.C., shall be known and designated as the Dorothy I. Height Post Office. (b)  References Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the Dorothy I. Height Post Office. Pub. L. 101520, title I,  107 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2267  (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Architect of the Capitol, subject to the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration, is authorized to lease, for use by the United States Senate, and for such other purposes as such committee may approve, 150,000 square feet of space, more or less, in the property located at 2 Massachusetts Avenue, N.E., Washington, District of Columbia, known as the City Post Office Building: Provided Provided further (b) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, property leased under authority of subsection (a) shall be maintained by the Architect of the Capitol as part of the Senate Office Buildings subject to the laws, rules, and regulations governing such buildings, and the Architect is authorized to incur such expenses as may be necessary to provide for such occupancy. (c) There is hereby authorized to be appropriated to the Architect of the Capitol, Senate Office Buildings such sums as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of subsections (a) and (b). (d) There is authorized to be appropriated to the Sergeant at Arms of the United States Senate such sums as may be necessary to provide for the planning and relocation of offices and equipment to the property described in subsection (a), subject to direction by the Committee on Rules and Administration. (e) The authority under this section shall continue until otherwise provided by law. North Capitol Plaza Building; Continuation of Authority for Lease and Sublease of Property; Leased Property As Part of Senate Office Buildings; Rent Limitations; Necessity of Senate Resolution; Term of Lease; Purchase Option Pub. L. 94157, title I,  112 Dec. 18, 1975 89 Stat. 832 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814  (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate, subject to the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration, and the Committee on Appropriations, is authorized to lease, for use by the United States Senate, and for such other purposes as such committees may approve, all or any part of the property located at 400 North Capitol Street, Washington, District of Columbia, known as the North Capitol Plaza Building: Provided Provided further Provided further Provided further (b) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, property leased under authority of subsection (a) shall be maintained by the Architect of the Capitol as part of the Senate Office Buildings subject to the laws, rules, and regulations governing such buildings, and the Architect is authorized to incur such expenses as may be necessary to provide for such occupancy. (c) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate, subject to the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration and the Committee on Appropriations, is authorized to sublease any part of the property leased under authority of subsection (a) which is in excess of the requirements of the Senate. All rental payments under any such sublease shall be paid to the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate and such amounts shall thereupon be added to and merged with the appropriation Miscellaneous Items under the Contingent Fund of the Senate. (d) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration and the Committee on Appropriations, the Secretary of the Senate shall transfer by voucher or vouchers to the Architect of the Capitol from the Contingent Fund of the Senate such amounts as may be necessary for the Architect of the Capitol to carry out the provisions of subsection (b) and such amounts shall thereupon be added to and merged with the appropriation Senate Office Buildings. (e) The authority under this section shall continue until otherwise provided by law. Construction of Extension to New Senate Office Building Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1510 July 31, 1946 2 U.S.C. 1922 40 U.S.C. 5101 June 8, 1942 2 U.S.C. 2023 Acquisition of Property as Site for Parking Facilities for Senate Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1510 Pub. L. 93305, title I June 8, 1974 88 Stat. 206 Acquisition of Property To Extend Additional Senate Office Building Site Pub. L. 85429 May 29, 1958 72 Stat. 148 Pub. L. 85591 Aug. 6, 1958 72 Stat. 495 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 352 Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 819 Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 637 July 31, 1946 2 U.S.C. 1922 40 U.S.C. 5101  2022. Acquisition of buildings and facilities for use in emergency situation (a) Acquisition of buildings and facilities Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in order to respond to an emergency situation, the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate may acquire buildings and facilities, subject to the availability of appropriations, for the use of the Senate, as appropriate, by lease, purchase, or such other arrangement as the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate considers appropriate (including a memorandum of understanding with the head of an executive agency, as defined in section 105 of title 5 (b) Agreements Notwithstanding any other provision of law, for purposes of carrying out subsection (a), the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate may carry out such activities and enter into such agreements related to the use of any building or facility acquired pursuant to such subsection as the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate considers appropriate, including (1) agreements with the United States Capitol Police or any other entity relating to the policing of such building or facility; and (2) agreements with the Architect of the Capitol or any other entity relating to the care and maintenance of such building or facility. (c) Authority of Capitol Police and Architect (1) Architect of the Capitol Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Architect of the Capitol may take any action necessary to carry out an agreement entered into with the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate pursuant to subsection (b). (2) Omitted (d) Transfer of certain funds Subject to the approval of the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, the Architect of the Capitol may transfer to the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate amounts made available to the Architect for necessary expenses for the maintenance, care and operation of the Senate office buildings during a fiscal year in order to cover any portion of the costs incurred by the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate during the year in acquiring a building or facility pursuant to subsection (a). (e) Effective date This section and the amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  901 Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2315 Pub. L. 107206, title I,  902(a)(1) Aug. 2, 2002 116 Stat. 876  Editorial Notes  References in Text For the amendments made by this section, referred to in subsec. (e), see Codification note below. Codification Section was classified to section 174b2 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is comprised of section 901 of Pub. L. 107117 section 901 of Pub. L. 107117 section 1961 of this title Amendments 2002Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 107206 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2002 Amendment Pub. L. 107206, title I,  902(c) Aug. 2, 2002 116 Stat. 876 The amendment made by this section [amending this section and section 1961 of this title Pub. L. 107117, div. B  2023. Control, care, and supervision of Senate Office Building  On and after June 8, 1942 ( June 8, 1942, ch. 396 56 Stat. 343 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 111145,  6(c)(2) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 54  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 174c of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2010 Pub. L. 111145 1946Act Aug. 2, 1946 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1946 Amendment Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  142 60 Stat. 834 Jan. 2, 1947 60 Stat. 839 Jan. 3, 1947  2024. Assignment of space in Senate Office Building  On and after June 8, 1942 ( June 8, 1942, ch. 396 56 Stat. 343 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 814  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 174d of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1946Act Aug. 2, 1946 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1946 Amendment Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  142 60 Stat. 834 Jan. 2, 1947 60 Stat. 839 Jan. 3, 1947  2025. Senate Garage (a) The employees of the Senate garage engaged by the Architect of the Capitol for the primary purpose of servicing official motor vehicles, together with the functions performed by such employees, shall, on October 1, 1980 Provided further July 1, 1965 Provided further (b) As used in subsection (a), the term servicing includes, with respect to an official motor vehicle, the washing and fueling of such vehicle, the checking of its tires and battery, and checking and adding oil. ( June 30, 1932, ch. 314 47 Stat. 391 Pub. L. 88454 Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 545 Pub. L. 96444,  1(a)(1) Oct. 13, 1980 94 Stat. 1889  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 185a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1980Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 96444,  1(a)(1) October 1, 1980 July 1, 1932 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 96444,  1(b) 1964 Pub. L. 88454 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Availability of Appropriations for Expenses of Senate Garage Title I of S. 2939, Ninety-seventh Congress, 2d Session, as reported Sept. 22, 1982 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 That appropriations under this head [senate office buildings] June 30, 1933 June 30, 1933 40 U.S.C. 185a Public Law 96444 Appointment of Garage Attendants; Compensation; Longevity Compensation Pub. L. 96444,  2 Oct. 13, 1980 94 Stat. 1889  (a) Effective October 1, 1980 (b) If, and to the extent that, positions established by subsection (a) are first filled by individuals transferred under subsection (a)(1) of the first section [amending subsec. (a) of this section], the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is authorized to fix, in lieu of the compensation prescribed in subsection (a), the compensation (1) of not more than two of such positions so filled at not to exceed $16,560 per annum each; (2) of one of such positions so filled at not to exceed $15,485 per annum; and (3) of one of such positions so filled at not to exceed $14,390 per annum. Compensation fixed under this subsection for a position first filled by an individual transferred under subsection (a)(1) of the first section shall cease to be applicable with respect to such position on the date that such individual first ceases to occupy such position. (c) During any period with respect to which subsection (b) is applicable to a position occupied by an individual described in such subsection, such individual shall be credited, for purposes of longevity compensation, as authorized by section 106(a), (b), and (d) of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1963 ( 2 U.S.C. 60j 2 U.S.C. 4507  2026. Senate Staff Health and Fitness Facility Revolving Fund (a) Establishment There is established in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund to be known as the Senate Staff Health and Fitness Facility Revolving Fund (the revolving fund). (b) Deposit of receipts The Architect of the Capitol shall deposit in the revolving fund (1) any amounts received as dues or other assessments for use of the Senate Staff Health and Fitness Facility, and (2) any amounts received from the operation of the Senate waste recycling program. (c) Availability of funds Subject to the approval of the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, amounts in the revolving fund shall be available to the Architect of the Capitol, without fiscal year limitation, for payment of costs of the Senate Staff Health and Fitness Facility. (d) Withdrawal of excess amounts The Architect of the Capitol shall withdraw from the revolving fund and deposit in the Treasury of the United States as miscellaneous receipts all moneys in the revolving fund that the Architect determines are in excess of the current and reasonably foreseeable needs of the Senate Staff Health and Fitness Facility. (e) Regulations The Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate shall promulgate regulations pertaining to the operation and use of the Senate Staff Health and Fitness Facility. ( Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  4] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1207 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 375  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 121f of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 2001, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2001. Amendments 2003Subsecs. (a), (b)(1). Pub. L. 1087,  1207(1) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 1087,  1207(3) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 1087,  1207(4) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 1087,  1207(5) SUBCHAPTER III RESTAURANTS  2041. House of Representatives restaurant, cafeteria, and food services (a) Management and duties Notwithstanding any other authority with respect to the jurisdiction and control over the management of the House Restaurant and the cafeteria and other food service facilities of the House of Representatives, the jurisdiction over such restaurant and facilities and authority over the direction and supervision of the immediate management and operation thereof shall be vested in the Committee on House Oversight; and the immediate management and operation of such restaurant and facilities may be vested in such official or other authority, acting as the agent of the committee, as the committee may designate; and the official or authority so designated shall perform the duties vested in the Architect of the Capitol by section 208 of the First Supplemental Civil Functions Appropriation Act, 1941 ( 54 Stat. 1056 (b) Transfer of accounts, records, supplies, equipment, and assets The Architect of the Capitol is hereby authorized and directed to transfer, as the Committee on House Oversight directs, all accounts, records, supplies, equipment, and assets of the House Restaurant and the cafeteria and other food service facilities of the House which are in the possession or under the control of the Architect of the Capitol in order that all such items may be available for the maintenance and operation of the House Restaurant under the authority of, and as directed by, the Committee on House Oversight. (c) Special deposit account All authority, responsibility, and functions vested in or imposed upon the Architect of the Capitol in connection with the special deposit account established by section 208 of the First Supplemental Civil Functions Appropriation Act, 1941, shall be vested in or imposed upon such other official, authority, or authorities as the Committee on House Oversight may designate. (d) Effective date The provisions of this section shall become effective on the first day of the first calendar month beginning after the date of adoption of this resolution, until otherwise provided by law. ( Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 133 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(3)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1748  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 208 of the First Supplemental Civil Functions Appropriation Act, 1941, referred to in subsecs. (a) and (c), means section 208 of act Oct. 9, 1940, ch. 780, title II 54 Stat. 1056 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(3)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1748 The date of adoption of this resolution, referred to in subsec. (d), is Mar. 25, 1971 Codification Section was classified to section 174k of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on section 2 of House Resolution No. 317, Ninety-second Congress, Mar. 25, 1971 Pub. L. 9251 Amendments 1996Subsecs. (a) to (c). Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Special Deposit Account From Vending Operations Pub. L. 10453, title I,  107A Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 522 Pub. L. 104197, title I,  101(a) Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2400  (a) Subject to the direction of the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives, the amounts deposited in the account specified in subsection (b) from vending operations of the House of Representatives Restaurant System shall be available to pay the cost of goods sold for such operations. (b) The account referred to in subsection (a) is the special deposit account established for the House of Representatives Restaurant by section 208 of the First Supplemental Civil Functions Appropriation Act, 1941 ( 40 U.S.C. 174k 40 U.S.C. 174k [ Pub. L. 104197, title I,  101(b) Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2401 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending section 107A of Pub. L. 10453 September 30, 1996 Transfer of Food Service Operations; Election by Certain Affected Employees; Disability and Retirement Benefits; Promulgation of Regulations Pub. L. 99500,  111 Oct. 18, 1986 100 Stat. 1783348 Pub. L. 99591,  111 Oct. 30, 1986 100 Stat. 3341348  (a) Any individual who (1) on the day before the date on which food services operations for the House of Representatives are transferred by contract to a corporation or other person (A) is a congressional employee (as defined in section 2107 of title 5 (B) is subject to subchapter III of chapter 83 of title 5, United States Code, or chapter 84 of such title; (2) as a result of such contract, ceases to be an employee described in paragraph (1); and (3) becomes employed to provide such food services under contract, including a successor contract; may, for purposes of the provisions of law specified in subsection (b), elect to be treated, for so long as such individual continues to be employed (without a break in service) as described in paragraph (3), as if such individual had not ceased to be an employee described in paragraph (1). Such election shall be made on or before the day referred to in paragraph (1) and shall be available only to an individual whose transition from the employment described in paragraph (1) to the employment described in paragraph (3) takes place without a break in service. (b) The provisions of law referred to in subsection (a) are (1) subchapter III of chapter 83 of title 5, United States Code (including section 8339(m) of such title (which shall be applied, when an employee retires on an immediate annuity or dies, as if the employment at the time of retirement or death were under a formal leave system), with respect to unused sick leave to the credit of an employee on the day referred to in subsection (a)(1)); (2) chapter 84 of title 5, United States Code; and (3) title III of the Federal Employees Retirement System Act of 1986 [sections 301 to 312 of Pub. L. 99335 (c) (1) At the earliest practicable opportunity, the Director of the Office of Personnel Management shall, in consultation with the Architect of the Capitol, prescribe regulations to carry out this section with respect to matters within the jurisdiction of the Office, including regulations under which (A) an individual who makes an election under subsection (a) shall pay into the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund any employee contributions which would be required if such individual were a Congressional employee; and (B) the employer furnishing food services under a contract referred to in subsection (a) shall pay into the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund amounts equal to any agency contributions which would be required if the individual were a Congressional employee. (2) At the earliest practicable opportunity, the Executive Director of the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board shall, in consultation with the Architect of the Capitol, prescribe regulations to carry out this section with respect to matters within the jurisdiction of the Board.  2042. Senate Restaurants; management by Architect of the Capitol  Effective August 1, 1961 Provided section 5104(c) of title 40 ( Pub. L. 8782,  1 July 6, 1961 75 Stat. 199 Pub. L. 10657, title I,  5 Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 412  Editorial Notes Codification  Section 5104(c) of title 40 section 4 of the Act of July 31, 1946 40 U.S.C. 193d Pub. L. 107217,  5(c) Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1303 Section was classified to section 174j1 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1999 Pub. L. 10657 section 193d of this title  2043. Authorization and direction to effectuate purposes of sections 2042 to 2047 of this title  The Architect of the Capitol is authorized and directed to carry into effect for the United States Senate the provisions of sections 2042 to 2047 of this title and to exercise the authorities contained herein, and any resolution of the Senate amendatory hereof or supplementary hereto hereafter adopted. Such authority and direction shall continue until the United States Senate shall by resolution otherwise order, or until the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration shall by resolution order the restaurants to be returned to the committees jurisdiction. ( Pub. L. 8782,  3 July 6, 1961 75 Stat. 199  Editorial Notes  References in Text Herein, referred to in text, means Pub. L. 8782 July 6, 1961 75 Stat. 199 Codification Section was classified to section 174j3 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2044. Special deposit account  There is established with the Treasurer of the United States a special deposit account in the name of the Architect of the Capitol for the United States Senate Restaurants, into which shall be deposited all sums received pursuant to sections 2042 to 2047 of this title or any amendatory or supplementary resolutions hereafter adopted and from the operations thereunder and from which shall be disbursed the sums necessary in connection with the exercise of the duties required under sections 2042 to 2047 of this title or any amendatory or supplementary resolutions and the operations thereunder. Any amounts appropriated for fiscal year 1973 and thereafter from the Treasury of the United States, which shall be part of a Contingent Expenses of the Senate item for the particular fiscal year involved, shall be paid to the Architect of the Capitol by the Secretary of the Senate at such times and in such sums as the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration may approve. Any such payment shall be deposited by the Architect in full under such special deposit account. ( Pub. L. 8782,  4 July 6, 1961 75 Stat. 199 Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 129 Pub. L. 92342,  101 July 10, 1972 86 Stat. 435  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 174j4 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1972 Pub. L. 92342 1971 Pub. L. 9251  2045. Deposits and disbursements under special deposit account  Deposits and disbursements under such special deposit account (1) shall be made by the Architect, or, when directed by him, by such employees of the Architect as he may designate, and (2) shall be subject to audit by the Government Accountability Office at such times and in such manner as the Comptroller General may direct: Provided ( Pub. L. 8782,  5 July 6, 1961 75 Stat. 200 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 174j5 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2004 Pub. L. 108271  2046. Bond of Architect, Assistant Architect, and other employees  The Architect, Assistant Architect, and any employees of the Architect designated by the Architect under section 2045 of this title ( Pub. L. 8782,  6 July 6, 1961 75 Stat. 200  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 174j6 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2047. Supersedure of prior provisions for maintenance and operation of Senate Restaurants  Sections 2042 to 2047 of this title shall supersede any other Acts or resolutions heretofore approved for the maintenance and operation of the Senate Restaurants: Provided, however ( Pub. L. 8782,  7 July 6, 1961 75 Stat. 200  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 174j7 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2048. Repealed. Pub. L. 110279,  1(c)(4)(C) July 17, 2008 122 Stat. 2606   Section, Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 138 Pub. L. 9459, title V July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 289 Pub. L. 101509, title V,  529 [title I,  101(b)(5)] Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1427 Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 174j8 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective July 17, 2008 section 2051(i) of this title  2049. Loans for Senate Restaurants (a) Borrowing authority Subject to the approval of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, the Architect of the Capitol shall have authority to borrow (and be accountable for), from time to time, from the appropriation account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, for Miscellaneous Items, such amount as he may determine necessary to carry out the provisions of the joint resolution entitled Joint Resolution transferring the management of the Senate Restaurants to the Architect of the Capitol, and for other purposes, approved July 6, 1961 40 U.S.C. 174j1 2 U.S.C. 2042 1 1 (b) Amount and period of loan; voucher Any such loan authorized pursuant to subsection (a) of this section shall be for such amount and for such period as the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration shall prescribe, and shall be made by the Secretary of the Senate to the Architect of the Capitol upon a voucher approved by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration. (c) Deposit, credit, and future availability of proceeds from repayment All proceeds from the repayment of any such loan shall be deposited in the appropriation account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, for Miscellaneous Items, shall be credited to the fiscal year during which such loan was made, and shall thereafter be available for the same purposes for which the amount loaned was initially appropriated. ( Pub. L. 98396, title I Aug. 22, 1984 98 Stat. 1395  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Joint Resolution entitled Joint Resolution transferring the management of the Senate Restaurants to the Architect of the Capitol, and for other purposes, approved July 6, 1961 Pub. L. 8782 July 6, 1961 75 Stat. 199 Pub. L. 107217,  6(b) Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1304 Pub. L. 8782 section 2048 of this title Codification Section was classified to section 174j9 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2050. Transfer of appropriations for management personnel and miscellaneous restaurant expenses to special deposit account  Appropriations under this heading for management personnel and miscellaneous restaurant expenses on and after October 7, 1997 section 2044 of this title October 1, 1997 ( Pub. L. 10555, title I Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1189  Editorial Notes  References in Text Appropriations under this heading, referred to in text, probably means appropriations under the headings ARCHITECT OF THE CAPITOL,  Capital Buildings and Grounds senate office buildings Codification Section was classified to section 174j10 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1998, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1998.  2051. Continued benefits for certain Senate Restaurants employees (a) Definitions In this section: (1) Contractor The term contractor means the private business concern that enters into a food services contract with the Architect of the Capitol. (2) Covered individual The term covered individual means any individual who (A) is a Senate Restaurants employee who is an employee of the Architect of the Capitol on July 17, 2008 (i) a permanent, full-time or part-time employee; (ii) a temporary, full-time or part-time employee; and (iii) an employee in a position described under section 2048 1 1 (B) becomes an employee of the contractor under a food services contract on the transfer date; and (C) with respect to benefits under subsection (c)(2) or (3), files an election before the transfer date with the Office of Human Resources of the Architect of the Capitol to have 1 or more benefits continued in accordance with this section. (3) Food services contract The term food services contract means a contract under which food services operations of the Senate Restaurants are transferred to, and performed by, a private business concern. (4) Transfer date The term transfer date means the date on which a contractor begins the performance of food services operations under a food services contract. (b) Election of coverage (1) In general (A) Retirement coverage Not later than the day before the transfer date, an individual described under subsection (a)(2)(A) and (B) may file an election with the Office of Human Resources of the Architect of the Capitol to continue coverage under the retirement system under which that individual is covered on that day. (B) Life and health insurance coverage If the individual files an election under subparagraph (A) to continue retirement coverage, the individual may also file an election with the Office of Human Resources of the Architect of the Capitol to continue coverage of any other benefit under subsection (c)(2) or (3) for which that individual is covered on that day. Any election under this subparagraph shall be filed not later than the day before the transfer date. (2) Notification to the Office of Personnel Management The Office of Human Resources of the Architect of the Capitol shall provide timely notification to the Office of Personnel Management of any election filed under paragraph (1). (c) Continuity of benefits (1) Pay The rate of basic pay of a covered individual as an employee of a contractor, or successor contractor, during a period of continuous service may not be reduced to a rate less than the rate of basic pay paid to that individual as an employee of the Architect of the Capitol on the day before the transfer date, except for cause. (2) Retirement and life insurance benefits (A) In general (i) Treatment of service For purposes of chapters 83, 84, and 87 of title 5, any period of continuous service performed by a covered individual as an employee of a contractor, or successor contractor, shall be deemed to be a period of service as an employee of the Architect of the Capitol. (ii) Treatment of pay For purposes of chapter 87 of title 5, the rate of basic pay of a covered individual during the period described under clause (i) shall be deemed to be the rate of basic pay of that individual as an employee of the Architect of the Capitol on the date on which the Architect of the Capitol enters into the food services contract. (B) Treatment as Civil Service Retirement Offset employees In the case of a covered individual who on the day before the transfer date is subject to subchapter III of chapter 83 of title 5 but whose employment with the Architect of the Capitol is not employment for purposes of title II of the Social Security Act [ 42 U.S.C. 401 (i) the employment described under subparagraph (A)(i) shall, for purposes of subchapter III of chapter 83 of title 5, be deemed to be (I) employment of an individual described under section 8402(b)(2) of title 5 (II) Federal service as defined under section 8349(c) of title 5 (ii) the basic pay described under subparagraph (A)(ii) for employment described under subparagraph (A)(i) shall be deemed to be Federal wages as defined under section 8334(k)(2)(C)(i) of title 5 (3) Health insurance benefits For purposes of chapters 89, 89A, and 89B of title 5, any period of continuous service performed by a covered individual as an employee of a contractor, or successor contractor, shall be deemed to be a period of service as an employee of the Architect of the Capitol. (4) Leave (A) Credit of leave Subject to section 6304 of title 5 section 6308 of title 5 (B) Accrual rate During any period of continuous service performed by a covered individual as an employee of a contractor, or successor contractor, that individual shall continue to accrue annual and sick leave at rates not less than the rates applicable to that individual on the day before the transfer date. (C) Omitted (5) Transit subsidy For purposes of any benefit under section 7905 of title 5 (6) Employee pay; Government contributions; transit subsidy payments; and other benefits (A) Payment by contractor A contractor, or any successor to the contractor, shall pay (i) the pay of a covered individual as an employee of a contractor, or successor contractor, during a period of continuous service; (ii) Government contributions for the benefits of a covered individual under paragraph (2) or (3); (iii) any transit subsidy for a covered individual under paragraph (5); and (iv) any payment for any other benefit for a covered individual in accordance with a food services contract. (B) Reimbursements and payments by Architect of the Capitol From appropriations made available to the Architect of the Capitol under the heading  Senate Office Buildings (i) reimburse a contractor, or any successor contractor, for that portion of any payment under subparagraph (A) which the Architect of the Capitol agreed to pay under a food services contract; and (ii) pay a contractor, or any successor contractor, for any administrative fee (or portion of an administrative fee) which the Architect of the Capitol agreed to pay under a food services contract. (7) Regulations (A) Office of Personnel Management (i) In general After consultation with the Architect of the Capitol, the Director of the Office of Personnel Management shall prescribe regulations to provide for the continuity of benefits under paragraphs (2) and (3). (ii) Contents Regulations under this subparagraph shall (I) include regulations relating to employee deductions and employee and employer contributions and deposits in the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund, the Employees Life Insurance Fund, and the Employees Health Benefits Fund; and (II) provide for the Architect of the Capitol to perform employer administrative functions necessary to ensure administration of continued coverage of benefits under paragraphs (2) and (3), including receipt and transmission of the deductions, contributions, and deposits described under subclause (I), the collection and transmission of such information as necessary, and the performance of other administrative functions as may be required. (B) Thrift Savings Plan benefits After consultation with the Architect of the Capitol, the Executive Director appointed by the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board under section 8474(a) of title 5 (d) Covered individuals not entitled to severance pay (1) In general Except as provided under paragraph (2), a covered individual shall not be entitled to severance pay under section 5595 of title 5 (A) separation from service with the Architect of the Capitol and becoming an employee of a contractor under a food services contract; or (B) termination of employment with a contractor, or successor to a contractor. (2) Separation during 90-day period (A) In general (i) Covered individuals Except as provided under clause (ii), a covered individual shall be entitled to severance pay under section 5595 of title 5 (ii) Exception Clause (i) shall not apply to a covered individual who is terminated for cause. (B) Treatment For purposes of section 5595 of title 5 (i) any period of continuous service performed by a covered individual described under subparagraph (A) as an employee of a contractor shall be deemed to be a period of service as an employee of the Architect of the Capitol; and (ii) any termination of employment of a covered individual described under subparagraph (A) with a contractor shall be treated as a separation from service with the Architect of the Capitol. (e) Voluntary separation incentive payments (1) Submission of plan Not later than 30 days after July 17, 2008 section 4505 of this title (2) Plan (A) In general Notwithstanding section 4505(e) of this title (i) offer a voluntary separation incentive payment to any employee described under subsection (a)(2)(A) of this section in accordance with section 4505 of this title (ii) offer such a payment to any such employee who becomes a covered individual, if that individual accepts the offer during the 90-day period following the transfer date. (B) Treatment of covered individuals For purposes of the plan under this subsection (i) any period of continuous service performed by a covered individual as an employee of a contractor shall be deemed to be a period of service as an employee of the Architect of the Capitol; and (ii) any termination of employment of a covered individual with a contractor shall be treated as a separation from service with the Architect of the Capitol. (f) Early retirement treatment for certain separated employees (1) In general This subsection applies to (A) an employee of the Senate Restaurants of the Office of the Architect of the Capitol who (i) voluntarily separates from service on or after July 17, 2008 (ii) on such date of separation (I) has completed 25 years of service as defined under section 8331(12) or 8401(26) of title 5; or (II) has completed 20 years of such service and is at least 50 years of age; and (B) except as provided under paragraph (2), a covered individual (i) whose employment with a contractor is terminated as provided under a food services contract during the 90-day period following the transfer date; and (ii) on the date of such termination (I) has completed 25 years of service as defined under section 8331(12) or 8401(26) of title 5; or (II) has completed 20 years of such service and is at least 50 years of age. (2) Exception Paragraph (1)(B) shall not apply to a covered individual who is terminated for cause. (3) Treatment (A) Annuity Notwithstanding any provision of chapter 83 or 84 of title 5, an employee described under paragraph (1) is entitled to an annuity which shall be computed consistent with the provisions of law applicable to annuities under section 8336(d) or 8414(b) of title 5. (B) Separation during 90-day period For purposes of chapter 83 or 84 of title 5 (i) any period of continuous service performed by a covered individual described under paragraphs (1)(B) and (2) as an employee of a contractor shall be deemed to be a period of service as an employee of the Architect of the Capitol; and (ii) any termination of employment of a covered individual described under paragraphs (1)(B) and (2) with a contractor shall be treated as a separation from service with the Architect of the Capitol. (g) Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 (1) , (2) Omitted (3) Continuing application to certain acts and omissions For purposes of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1301 (h) Deposit of commissions (1) Senate Restaurants food services contract Any commissions paid by a contractor under a food services contract shall be deposited in the miscellaneous items account within the contingent fund of the Senate. (2) Use of funds Any funds deposited under paragraph (1) shall be available for expenditure in the same manner as funds appropriated into that account. (i) Effective date This section shall take effect on July 17, 2008 ( Pub. L. 110279,  1 July 17, 2008 122 Stat. 2604 Pub. L. 11621,  1(a) June 12, 2019 133 Stat. 903  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 2048 of this title Pub. L. 110279,  1(c)(4)(C) July 17, 2008 122 Stat. 2606 The Social Security Act, referred to in subsec. (c)(2)(B), is act Aug. 14, 1935, ch. 531 49 Stat. 620 section 1305 of Title 42 Appropriations made available to the Architect of the Capitol under the heading  Senate Office Buildings Senate Office Buildings The Congressional Accountability Act of 1995, referred to in subsec. (g)(3), is Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Codification Section is comprised of section 1 of Pub. L. 110279 section 1 of Pub. L. 110279 section 2048 of this title section 1 of Pub. L. 110279 Amendments 2019Subsec. (c)(2)(A). Pub. L. 11621,  1(a)(1) Subsec. (c)(2)(A)(i). Pub. L. 11621,  1(a)(1) Subsec. (c)(2)(A)(ii). Pub. L. 11621,  1(a)(3) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Pub. L. 11621,  1(c) June 12, 2019 133 Stat. 903  (1)  Definitions In this subsection, the terms contractor, covered individual, and food services contract have the meanings given those terms in section 1(a) of Public Law 110279 2 U.S.C. 2051(a) (2)  Applicability The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to (A) a covered individual who separates from service as an employee of a contractor performing services under the food services contract before, on, or after the date of enactment of this Act [ June 12, 2019 (B) each payment to a covered individual under chapter 83 or 84 of title 5, United States Code, made on or after the effective date of the regulations promulgated under subsection (b) [set out as a note below]. Regulations Pub. L. 11621,  1(b) June 12, 2019 133 Stat. 903  (1)  In general The Director of the Office of Personnel Management shall promulgate regulations to carry out this section [amending this section and enacting provisions set out as a note under this section]. (2)  Effective date The regulations promulgated under paragraph (1) shall take effect not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act [ June 12, 2019  2052. Senate restaurant deficit fund; deposit of proceeds from surcharge on orders  The Committee on Rules and Administration of the United States Senate is authorized and directed hereafter to add a minimum of 10 per centum to each order in excess of 10 cents served in the Senate restaurants and 20 per centum to all orders served outside of said restaurants, and the proceeds accruing therefrom shall be placed in a fund to be used in the payment of any deficit incurred in the management of such kitchens and restaurants. ( May 18, 1937, ch. 223,  1 50 Stat. 173 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 814  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 121 of this title Amendments 1946Act Aug. 2, 1946 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1946 Amendment Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  142 60 Stat. 834 Jan. 2, 1947 SUBCHAPTER IV CHILD CARE  2061. Designation of play areas on Capitol grounds for children attending day care center (a) Authority of Capitol Police Board Notwithstanding any other provision of law and subject to the provisions of paragraph (1) of subsection (b), the Capitol Police Board is authorized to designate certain portions of the Capitol grounds (other than a portion within the area bounded on the North by Constitution Avenue, on the South by Independence Avenue, on the East by First Street, and on the West by First Street) for use exclusively as play areas for the benefit of children attending a day care center which is established for the primary purpose of providing child care for the children of Members and employees of the Senate or the House of Representatives. (b) Required approval; fences; termination of authority (1) In the case of any such designation referred to in subsection (a) involving a day care center established for the benefit of children of Members and employees of the Senate, the designation shall be with the approval of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, and in the case of such a center established for the benefit of children of Members and employees of the House of Representatives, the designation shall be with the approval of the House Committee on House Oversight, with the concurrence of the House Office Building Commission. (2) The Architect of the Capitol shall enclose with a fence any area designated pursuant to subsection (a) as a play area. (3) The authority to use an area designated pursuant to subsection (a) as a play area may be terminated at any time by the Committee which approved such designation. (c) Playground equipment; required approval Nothing in this or any other Act shall be construed as prohibiting any day care center referred to in subsection (a) from placing playground equipment within an area designated pursuant to subsection (a) for use solely in connection with the operation of such center, subject to, in the case of a day care center established for the benefit of children of Members and employees of the Senate, the approval of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, and in the case of such a center established for the benefit of children of Members and employees of the House of Representatives, the approval of the House Committee on House Oversight, with the concurrence of the House Office Building Commission. (d) Day care center The day care center referred to in S. Res. 269, Ninety-eighth Congress, first session, is a day care center for which space may be designated under subsection (a) for use as a play area. ( Pub. L. 98392,  3 Aug. 21, 1984 98 Stat. 1362 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(14) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1750  Editorial Notes  References in Text S. Res. 269, Ninety-eighth Congress, first session, referred to in subsec. (d), is dated Nov. 14, 1983 Resolved January 1, 1984  Sec  Sec section 5 of title 41 41 U.S.C. 6101 Codification Section was classified to section 214b of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1996Subsecs. (b)(1), (c). Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  2062. House of Representatives Child Care Center (a) Maintenance and operation; admission of children (1) The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall maintain and operate a child care center (to be known as the House of Representatives Child Care Center) to furnish pre-school child care and (subject to the approval of regulations by the Committee on House Administration) child care for school age children other than during the course of the ordinary school day (A) for children of individuals whose pay is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and children of support personnel of the House of Representatives; (B) if places are available after admission of all children who are eligible under subparagraph (A), for children of individuals whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate and children of employees of agencies of the legislative branch; and (C) if places are available after admission of all children who are eligible under subparagraph (A) or (B), for children of employees of other offices, departments, and agencies of the Federal Government. (2) Children shall be admitted to the center on a nondiscriminatory basis and without regard to any office or position held by their parents. (b) Advisory board; membership, functions, etc. (1) (A) The Speaker of the House of Representatives shall appoint 15 individuals (of whom 7 shall be upon recommendation of the minority leader of the House of Representatives), to serve without pay, as members of an advisory board for the center. The board shall (i) provide advice to the Chief Administrative Officer on matters of policy relating to the administration and operation of the center (including the selection of the director of the center); (ii) be chosen from among Members of the House of Representatives, spouses of Members, parents of children enrolled in the center, and other individuals with expertise in child care or interest in the center; and (iii) serve during the Congress in which they are appointed, except that a member of the board may continue to serve after the expiration of a term until a successor is appointed. (B) The director of the center shall serve as an additional member of the board, ex officio and without the right to vote. (2) A vacancy on the board shall be filled in the manner in which the original appointment is made. (3) The chairman of the board shall be elected by the members of the board. (c) Duties of Chief Administrative Officer of House of Representatives In carrying out subsection (a), the Chief Administrative Officer is authorized (1) to collect fees for child care services; (2) to accept such gifts of money and property as may be approved by the Chairman and the ranking minority party member of the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives, acting jointly; and (3) to employ a director and other employees for the center. (d) Salaries and expenses; funding limits (1) There is established in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund for the House of Representatives to be known as the House Child Care Center Revolving Fund (hereafter in this section referred to as the Fund), consisting of the amounts received under subsection (c) and any other funds deposited by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives from amounts received by the House of Representatives with respect to the operation of the center. Except as provided in paragraphs (2) and (3), the Fund shall be the exclusive source for all salaries and expenses for activities carried out under this section. (2) With respect to employees of the center, the House of Representatives shall make Government contributions and payments for health insurance, retirement, employment taxes, and similar benefits and programs (including the subsidies provided on behalf of employees of the center as a result of reductions in the amount of tuition otherwise charged with respect to children of such employees under paragraph (4)) in the same manner as such contributions and payments are made for other employees of the House of Representatives. (3) The House of Representatives shall make payments from amounts provided in appropriations acts for salaries and expenses of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer for the following activities carried out under this section: (A) The payment of the salary of the director of the center, and, at the option of the Chief Administrative Officer during an emergency situation, the payment of the salary of other employees of the Center. (B) The cost of training classes and conferences for individuals employed by the center in connection with the provision of child care services, together with the cost of travel (including transportation and subsistence) incurred in connection with such classes and conferences. (C) During an emergency situation, the payment of such other expenses for activities carried out under this section as the Chief Administrative Officer determines appropriate. (4) In the case of a child of an employee of the center who is furnished care at the center, the Chief Administrative Officer shall reduce the amount of tuition otherwise charged with respect to such child during a month by the greater of (A) 50 percent; or (B) such percentage as may be necessary to ensure that the total amount of tuition paid by the employee with respect to all children of the employee who are furnished care at the center during the month does not exceed $1,000. (e) Fund as category of allowances and expenses The Fund shall be treated as a category of allowances and expenses for purposes of section 5507(a) of this title (f) Definitions As used in this section (1) the term Member of the House of Representatives means a Representative in, or a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress; (2) the term agency of the legislative branch means the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, the Botanic Garden, the Government Accountability Office, the Government Publishing Office, the Library of Congress, the Office of Technology Assessment, the Congressional Budget Office, and the Copyright Royalty Tribunal; and (3) the term support personnel means, with respect to the House of Representatives, any employee of a credit union or of the Architect of the Capitol, whose principal duties are to support the functions of the House of Representatives. ( Pub. L. 10290, title III,  312 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 467 Pub. L. 102392, title III,  319(a) Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1725 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(5) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1749 Pub. L. 106100,  1(a) Nov. 12, 1999 113 Stat. 1332 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  108(a) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 355 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  106 Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 818 Pub. L. 111248,  2(a)(1) Sept. 30, 2010 124 Stat. 2625 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(b) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title I,  117(a) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2761 Pub. L. 116136, div. B, title IX,  19002(a) Mar. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 577 Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  116(a) Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4923  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 184g of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is comprised of section 312 of Pub. L. 10290 section 312 of Pub. L. 10290 Amendments 2022Subsec. (d)(3)(B). Pub. L. 117328 2020Subsec. (d)(3)(A). Pub. L. 116136,  19002(a)(1) Subsec. (d)(3)(C). Pub. L. 116136,  19002(a)(2) 2019Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 11694,  117(b) Subsec. (d)(4). Pub. L. 11694,  117(a) 2010Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 111248,  2(a)(1) Subsecs. (e), (f). Pub. L. 111248,  2(b) 2009Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 1118 2004Subsec. (e)(2). Pub. L. 108271 2003Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 1087,  108(a)(1) Subsec. (d)(3). Pub. L. 1087,  108(a)(2) 1999Subsec. (a)(1)(C). Pub. L. 106100 1996 Pub. L. 104186,  221(5)(A) Subsec. (a)(1)(A). Pub. L. 104186,  221(5)(B) Subsec. (b)(1)(A). Pub. L. 104186,  221(6)(A) Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 104186,  221(6)(B) Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 104186,  221(6)(C) Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 104186,  221(5)(C) 1992Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 102392 Salaries and Expenses Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Government Publishing Office substituted for Government Printing Office in subsec. (f)(2) on authority of section 1301(b) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44 Effective Date of 2022 Amendment Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  116(b) Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4924 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2023 and each succeeding fiscal year. Effective Date of 2020 Amendment Pub. L. 116136, div. B, title IX,  19002(b) Mar. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 577 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2020 and each succeeding fiscal year. Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title I,  117(c) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2761 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2020 and each succeeding fiscal year. Effective Date of 2010 Amendment Pub. L. 111248,  2(c) Sept. 30, 2010 124 Stat. 2626 This section [amending this section and enacting provisions set out as a note under this section] and the amendments made by this section shall take effect October 1, 2010 Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  108(b) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 355 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2003 and each succeeding fiscal year. Effective Date of 1999 Amendment Pub. L. 106100,  1(b) Nov. 12, 1999 113 Stat. 1332 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to children admitted to the House of Representatives Child Care Center on or after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Nov. 12, 1999 Effective Date of 1992 Amendment Pub. L. 102392, title III,  319(b) Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1725 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply to fiscal years beginning after September 30, 1992 Transfer of Existing Account Pub. L. 111248,  2(a)(2) Sept. 30, 2010 124 Stat. 2625 Any amounts in the account established by section 312(d)(1) of such Act [ 2 U.S.C. 2062(d)(1) Retirement Credit for Certain Prior Service With House Child Care Center Pub. L. 10369, title III,  309 Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 711  (a)  Definitions For the purpose of this section (1) the term House Child Care Center means the House of Representatives Child Care Center; and (2) the term Congressional employee has the meaning given such term (A) in subchapter III of chapter 83 of title 5, United States Code, to the extent that this section relates to the Civil Service Retirement System; or (B) in chapter 84 of title 5, United States Code, to the extent that this section relates to the Federal Employees Retirement System. (b) CSRS. (1) Subject to paragraph (2), any individual who is an employee of the House Child Care Center on the date of enactment of this Act [ Aug. 11, 1993 (A) such service was performed before October 1, 1991 (B) the employee is subject to subchapter III of chapter 83 of such title as of the date of enactment of this Act. (2) Credit for service described in paragraph (1)(A) shall not be allowed under this section unless there is paid into the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund, by or on behalf of the employee involved, an amount equal to the deductions from pay which would have been applicable under section 8334(c) of title 5 (c) FERS. (1) Subject to paragraph (2), any individual who is an employee of the House Child Care Center on the date of enactment of this Act [ Aug. 11, 1993 (A) such service was performed before October 1, 1991 (B) the employee is subject to chapter 84 of such title as of the date of enactment of this Act. (2) Credit for service described in paragraph (1)(A) shall not be allowed under this section unless there is paid into the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund, by or on behalf of the employee involved, an amount equal to the deductions from pay which would have been payable under applicable provisions of law, for the period of service involved, if such employee were then a Congressional employee, including interest (computed in the same way as interest under subsection (b)(2)). Retirement credit may not be allowed under this section for any such service unless the full amount of the deposit required under the preceding sentence has been paid. (d)  Clarification Nothing in this section shall be considered to relate to the Thrift Savings Plan. (e)  OPM Functions The Office of Personnel Management shall (1) prescribe any regulations which may be necessary to carry out this section; and (2) with respect to any service for which credit is sought under this section, accept the certification of the Clerk of the House of Representatives concerning the period of such service and the amount of pay which was paid for such service. Availability of Amounts Deposited in Account for Salaries and Expenses Pub. L. 102392, title III,  307 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1722 The amounts deposited in the account established by section 312(d)(1) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1992 ( 40 U.S.C. 184g(d)(1) 2 U.S.C. 2062(d)(1)  2063. Senate Employee Child Care Center (a) Applicability of provisions The provisions of this section shall apply to any individual who is employed by the Senate day care center (known as the Senate Employee Child Care Center and hereafter in this section referred to as the Center) established pursuant to Senate Resolution 269, Ninety-eighth Congress, and section 2061 of this title (b) Employee election of health care insurance coverage Any individual described under subsection (a) who is employed by the Center on or after August 14, 1991 section 8901(1) of title 5 August 14, 1991 August 14, 1991 August 14, 1991 (c) Deductions and withholding from employee pay The Center shall make such deductions and withholdings from the pay of an individual described under subsection (a) who is an employee of the Center in accordance with subsection (d) of this section. (d) Employee records; amount of deductions The Center shall (1) maintain records on all employees covered under this section in such manner as the Secretary of the Senate may require for administrative purposes; and (2) after consultation with the Secretary of the Senate (A) make deductions from the pay of employees of amounts determined in accordance with section 8906 of title 5 (B) transmit such deductions to the Secretary of the Senate for deposit and remittance to the Office of Personnel Management. (e) Government contributions Government contributions for individuals receiving benefits under this section, as computed under section 8906 of title 5 (f) Regulations The Office of Personnel Management may prescribe regulations to carry out the provisions of this section. ( Pub. L. 10290, title III,  311 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 467  Editorial Notes  References in Text For Senate Resolution 269, referred to in subsec. (a), see References in Text note set out under section 2061 of this title Codification Section was classified to section 214c of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Source of Funds Used for Payment of Salaries and Expenses of Senate Employee Child Care Center Pub. L. 116136, div. B, title IX,  19001 Mar. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 577 Pub. L. 116260, div. O, title XI,  1101(a) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 2156  (a)  Reimbursements During the period beginning on July 1, 2020 42 U.S.C. 247d (b)  Amount The amount of the reimbursement under this section for each month of the period described in subsection (a) shall be equal to the difference between (1) the lesser of (A) the amount of the operating costs (including payroll, general, and administrative expenses) of the Center for such month; or (B) $105,000; and (2) the amount of tuition payments collected by the Center for such month. [For definition of coronavirus as used in section 19001 of Pub. L. 116136 section 23005 of Pub. L. 116136 section 162b of this title  2064. Senate Employee Child Care Center employee benefits (a) Election for coverage The provisions of this section shall apply to any individual who (1) (A) on October 6, 1992 section 2061 of this title (B) makes an election to be covered by this section with the Secretary of the Senate, no later than 60 days after October 6, 1992 (2) is hired by the Center after October 6, 1992 (b) Payment of deposit; payroll deduction (1) Any individual described under subsection (a) may be credited, 1 1 section 8411 of title 5 January 1, 1993 (2) An individual described under subsection (a) shall be credited under section 8411 of title 5 October 6, 1992 section 8422 of title 5 (c) Survivor annuities and disability benefits Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, any service performed by an individual described under subsection (a) as an employee of the Senate day care center is deemed to be civilian service creditable under section 8411 of title 5 section 8422 of title 5 (d) Participation in Thrift Savings Plan An individual described under subsection (a) shall be deemed a congressional employee for purposes of chapter 84 of title 5 including subchapter III thereof and may make contributions under section 8432 of such title effective for the first applicable pay period beginning on or after October 6, 1992 (e) Life insurance coverage An individual described under subsection (a) shall be deemed an employee under section 8701(a)(3) of title 5 (f) Government contributions Government contributions for individuals receiving benefits under this section, as computed under sections 8423, 8432, and 8708, 2 2 (g) Certification of creditable service The Office of Personnel Management shall accept the certification of the Secretary of the Senate concerning creditable service for the purpose of this section. (h) Payment to center of amounts equal to Federal tax on employers (1) Subject to the provisions of paragraph (2), the Secretary of the Senate shall pay such amounts to the Senate day care center equal to the tax on employers under section 3111 of title 26 (2) The Senate day care center shall provide appropriate documentation to the Secretary of the Senate of payment by such center of the tax described under paragraph (1), before the Secretary of the Senate may pay any amount to such center as provided under paragraph (1). (i) Administrative provisions The Center shall (1) consult with the Secretary of the Senate on the administration of this section; (2) maintain records on all employees covered under this section in such manner as the Secretary of the Senate may require for administrative purposes; (3) make deductions and withholdings from the pay of employees in the amounts determined under sections 8422, 8432, and 8707 of title 5; and (4) transmit such deductions and withholdings to the Secretary of the Senate for deposit and remittance to the Office of Personnel Management. (j) Regulations The Office of Personnel Management may prescribe regulations to carry out the provisions of this section. ( Pub. L. 102392, title III,  320 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1725 Pub. L. 10350 July 2, 1993 107 Stat. 268  Editorial Notes  References in Text For Senate Resolution 269, referred to in subsec. (a)(1)(A), see References in Text note set out under section 2061 of this title Codification Section was classified to section 214d of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1993Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 10350,  1203(b)(1) January 1, 1993 October 6, 1992 Subsecs. (h) to (j). Pub. L. 10350,  1203(a)(1) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1993 Amendment Pub. L. 10350 July 2, 1993 107 Stat. 268 The amendments made by paragraph (1) [amending this section] shall take effect on the first day of the first month beginning on or after the date of the enactment of this Act [ July 2, 1993 Pub. L. 10350 July 2, 1993 107 Stat. 268 The amendment made by paragraph (1) [amending this section] shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act [ July 2, 1993  2065. Reimbursement of Senate day care center employees (a) Cost of training classes, conferences, and related expenses Notwithstanding section 1345 of title 31 (b) Documentation The Senate day care center shall certify and provide appropriate documentation to the Secretary of the Senate with respect to any reimbursement under this section. Reimbursements under this section shall be made from the appropriations account MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS within the contingent fund of the Senate on vouchers approved by the Secretary of the Senate. (c) Regulations and limitations Reimbursements under this section shall be subject to the regulations and limitations prescribed by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate for travel and related expenses for which payment is authorized to be made from the contingent fund of the Senate. (d) Effective date This section shall be effective on and after October 1, 1996 ( Pub. L. 104197, title I,  6 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2397  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 214e of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 SUBCHAPTER V HISTORICAL PRESERVATION AND FINE ARTS Part A United States Capitol Preservation Commission  2081. United States Capitol Preservation Commission (a) Establishment and purposes There is established in the Congress the United States Capitol Preservation Commission (hereinafter in this part referred to as the Commission) for the purposes of (1) providing for improvements in, preservation of, and acquisitions for, the United States Capitol; (2) providing for works of fine art and other property for display in the United States Capitol and at other locations under the control of the Congress; and (3) conducting other activities that directly facilitate, encourage, or otherwise support any purposes specified in paragraph (1) or (2). (b) Membership The Commission shall be composed of the following Members of Congress: (1) The President pro tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, who shall be co-chairmen. (2) The Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Joint Committee on the Library. (3) The Chairman and the ranking minority party member of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, and the Chairman and the ranking minority party member of the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives. (4) The majority leader and the minority leader of the Senate. (5) The majority leader and the minority leader of the House of Representatives. (6) The Chairman of the Commission on the Bicentennial of the United States Senate and the Chairman of the Commission of the House of Representatives Bicentenary, to be succeeded upon expiration of such commissions, by a Senator or Member of the House of Representatives, as appropriate, appointed by the Senate or House of Representatives co-chairman of the Commission, respectively. (7) One Senator appointed by the President pro tempore of the Senate and one Senator appointed by the minority leader of the Senate. (8) One Member of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives and one Member of the House of Representatives appointed by the minority leader of the House of Representatives. (c) Designees Each member of the Commission specified under subsection (b) (other than a member under paragraph (7) or (8) of such subsection) may designate a Senator or Member of the House of Representatives, as the case may be, to serve as a member of the Commission in place of the member so specified. (d) Architect of the Capitol In addition to the members under subsection (b), the Architect of the Capitol shall participate in the activities of the Commission, ex officio, and without the right to vote. (e) Staff support and assistance The Senate Commission on Art, the House of Representatives Fine Arts Board, and the Architect of the Capitol shall provide to the Commission such staff support and assistance as the Commission may request. ( Pub. L. 100696, title VIII,  801 Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4608 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(7) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1749  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1996Subsec. (b)(3). Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  2082. Authority of Commission to accept gifts and conduct other transactions relating to works of fine art and other property (a) In general In carrying out the purposes referred to in section 2081(a) of this title (1) to accept gifts of works of fine art, gifts of other property, and gifts of money; and (2) to acquire property, administer property, dispose of property, and conduct other transactions related to such purposes. (b) Transfer and disposition of works of fine art and other property The Commission shall, with respect to works of fine art and other property received by the Commission (1) in consultation with the Joint Committee on the Library, the Senate Commission on Art, or the House of Representatives Fine Arts Board, as the case may be, transfer such property to the entity consulted; (2) if a transfer described in paragraph (1) is not appropriate, dispose of the work of fine art by sale or other transaction; and (3) in the case of property that is not directly related to the purposes referred to in section 2081(a) of this title (c) Requirements for conduct of transactions In conducting transactions under this section, the Commission shall (1) accept money only in the form of a check or similar instrument made payable to the Treasury of the United States and shall deposit any such check or instrument in accordance with section 2083 of this title (2) in making sales and engaging in other property transactions, take into consideration market conditions and other relevant factors; and (3) assure that each transaction is directly related to the purposes referred to in section 2081(a) of this title ( Pub. L. 100696, title VIII,  802 Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4609 Pub. L. 101302, title III,  312(a) May 25, 1990 104 Stat. 245  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188a1 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1990Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 101302  2083. Capitol Preservation Fund (a) In general There is established in the Treasury a fund, to be known as the Capitol Preservation Fund (hereafter in this part referred to as the fund), which shall consist of (1) amounts deposited, and interest and proceeds credited, under subsection (d), (2) obligations obtained under subsection (e), and (3) all surcharges received by the Secretary of the Treasury from the sale of coins minted under the Bicentennial of the United States Congress Commemorative Coin Act. (b) Availability of fund The fund shall be available to the Commission (1) for payment of transaction costs and similar expenses incurred under section 2082 of this title (2) subject to the approval of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, for improvement and preservation projects for the United States Capitol; (3) for disbursement with respect to works of fine art and other property as provided in section 2082 of this title (4) for such other payments as may be required to carry out section 2081 of this title section 2082 of this title (c) Transaction costs and proportionality In carrying out this section, the Commission shall, to the extent practicable, take such action as may be necessary (1) to minimize disbursements under subsection (b)(1); and (2) to equalize disbursements under subsection (b) between the Senate and the House of Representatives. (d) Deposits, credits, and disbursements The Commission shall deposit in the fund gifts of money and proceeds of transactions under section 2082 of this title (e) Investments The Secretary of the Treasury shall invest any portion of the fund that, as determined by the Commission, is not required to meet current withdrawals. Each investment shall be made in an interest bearing obligation of the United States or an obligation guaranteed as to principal and interest by the United States that, as determined by the Commission has a maturity suitable for the fund. In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary may make such purchases, sales, and redemptions of obligations as may be approved by the Commission. ( Pub. L. 100696, title VIII,  803 Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4609 Pub. L. 101302, title III,  312(b) May 25, 1990 104 Stat. 245  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Bicentennial of the United States Congress Commemorative Coin Act, referred to in subsec. (a), is Pub. L. 100673 Nov. 17, 1988 102 Stat. 3992 section 5112 of Title 31 Codification Section was classified to section 188a2 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1990Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 101302,  312(b)(1) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 101302,  312(b)(2) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Capitol Visitor Center Funding Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  913 Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2324  (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the United States Capitol Preservation Commission established under section 801 of the Arizona-Idaho Conservation Act of 1988 ( 40 U.S.C. 188a 2 U.S.C. 2081 40 U.S.C. 188a2 2 U.S.C. 2083 (b) Any amounts transferred pursuant to subsection (a) shall remain available for the use of the Architect of the Capitol until expended. (c) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year.  2084. Audits by the Comptroller General  The Comptroller General shall conduct periodic audits of the transactions of the Commission, which shall be conducted at least once every 3 years, unless the Chairman or the Ranking Member of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate or the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, the Secretary of the Senate, or the Clerk of the House of Representatives requests that an audit be conducted at an earlier date, and shall report the results of each audit to the Congress. ( Pub. L. 100696, title VIII,  804 Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4610 Pub. L. 112234,  2(a) Dec. 28, 2012 126 Stat. 1624  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188a3 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2012 Pub. L. 112234  2085. Advisory boards  The Commission may establish appropriate boards to provide advice and assistance to the Commission and to further the purposes of the Commission. The boards shall be composed of members (including chairmen) who shall be appointed by the Commission from public and private life and shall serve at the pleasure of the Commission and each co-chairman of the Commission may appoint one member to any such board. The members of boards under this section may be reimbursed for actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of the duties of the boards, at the discretion of the Commission. ( Pub. L. 100696, title VIII,  805 Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4610  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188a4 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2086. Definition  As used in this part, the term Member of the House of Representatives means a Representative in, or a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress. ( Pub. L. 100696, title VIII,  806 Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4610  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188a5 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Part B Senate Commission on Art  2101. Senate Commission on Art (a) Establishment There is hereby established a Senate Commission on Art (hereinafter referred to as the Commission) consisting of the President pro tempore of the Senate, the chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, and the majority and minority leaders of the Senate. (b) Chairman and Vice Chairman; quorum; Executive Secretary The Majority Leader and Minority Leader of the Senate shall be the chairman and vice chairman, respectively, of the Commission. Three members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business, except that the Commission may fix a lesser number which shall constitute a quorum for the taking of testimony. The Secretary of the Senate shall be the Executive Secretary of the Commission 1 1 (c) Appointment of Senate Curator; assignment of assistants The Secretary of the Senate shall appoint a Senate Curator approved by the Senate Commission on Art. The Senate Curator shall be an employee of the Secretary of the Senate assigned to assist the Commission. The Secretary of the Senate shall assign additional employees to assist the Commission, and provide such other assistance, as the Commission determines necessary. (d) Hearings and meetings The Commission shall be empowered to hold hearings, summon witnesses, administer oaths, employ reporters, request the production of papers and records, take such testimony, and adopt such rules for the conduct of its hearings and meetings, as it deems necessary. ( Pub. L. 100696, title IX,  901(a) Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4610 Pub. L. 10883, title I,  3(d)(1) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1012  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188b of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on section 1 of Senate Resolution No. 382, Ninetieth Congress, Oct. 1, 1968 Pub. L. 100696 Amendments 2003Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10883,  3(d)(1)(A) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10883,  3(d)(1)(B) 1988Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 100696,  901(b)(3) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 100696,  901(b)(1) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Senate Rulemaking Power Pub. L. 100696, title IX,  901(d) Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4611  The provisions of this section [enacting sections 2101 to 2106 of this title and amending sections 2101, 2102, and 2106 of this title] are enacted by the Congress (1) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the Senate, and as such they shall be considered as part of the rules of the Senate, and such rules shall supersede other rules only to the extent that they are inconsistent therewith; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of the Senate to change such rules at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of the Senate. Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for officers and employees of the Senate under authority of the Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  2102. Duties of Commission (a) In general The Commission is hereby authorized and directed to supervise, hold, place, protect, and make known all works of art, historical objects, and exhibits within the Senate wing of the United States Capitol, any Senate Office Buildings, and in all rooms, spaces, and corridors thereof, which are the property of the United States, and in its judgment to accept any works of art, historical objects, or exhibits which may hereafter be offered, given, or devised to the Senate, its committees, and its officers for placement and exhibition in the Senate wing of the Capitol, the Senate Office Buildings, or in rooms, spaces, or corridors thereof. (b) Issuance and publication of regulations The Commission shall prescribe such regulations as it deems necessary for the care, protection, and placement of such works of art, exhibits, and historical objects in the Senate wing of the Capitol and the Senate Office Buildings, and for their acceptance on behalf of the Senate, its committees, and officers. Such regulations shall be published in the Congressional Record at such time or times as the Commission may deem necessary for the information of the Members of the Senate and the public. (c) Consistency of regulations Regulations authorized by the provisions of section 2183 of this title (d) Responsibilities of Committee on Rules and Administration of Senate The Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate in consultation with the Architect of the Capitol and consistent with regulations prescribed by the Commission under subsection (b) of this section, shall have responsibility for the supervision, protection, and placement of all works of art, historical objects, and exhibits which shall have been accepted on behalf of the Senate by the Commission or acknowledged as United States property by inventory of the Commission, and which may be lodged in the Senate wing of the Capitol or the Senate Office Buildings by the Commission. ( Pub. L. 100696, title IX,  901(a) Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4610  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188b1 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on section 2 of Senate Resolution No. 382, Ninetieth Congress, Oct. 1, 1968 Pub. L. 100696 Amendments 1988Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 100696,  901(b)(2)  2103. Supervision and maintenance of Old Senate Chamber  The Commission shall have responsibility for the supervision and maintenance of the Old Senate Chamber on the principal floor of the Senate wing of the Capitol and of the Old Supreme Court Chamber insofar as each is to be preserved as a patriotic shrine in the Capitol for the benefit of the people of the United States. ( Pub. L. 100696, title IX,  901(a) Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4610 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  108(a) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 569  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188b2 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on section 3 of Senate Resolution No. 382, Ninetieth Congress, Oct. 1, 1968 Pub. L. 100696 Amendments 2001 Pub. L. 10768 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2001 Amendment Pub. L. 10768, title I,  108(c) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 569 The amendments made by this section [amending this section and section 2105 of this title  2104. Publication of list of works of art, historical objects, and exhibits  The Commission shall, from time to time, but at least once every ten years, publish as a Senate document a list of all works of art, historical objects, and exhibits currently within the Senate wing of the Capitol and the Senate Office Buildings, together with their description, location, and with such notes as may be pertinent to their history. ( Pub. L. 100696, title IX,  901(a) Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4610  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188b3 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on section 4 of Senate Resolution No. 382, Ninetieth Congress, Oct. 1, 1968 Pub. L. 100696  2105. Authorization of appropriations  There is hereby authorized to be appropriated out of the contingent fund of the Senate for the expenses of the Commission such amount as may be necessary each fiscal year, to be disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate on vouchers signed by the Executive Secretary of the Commission and approved by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate: Provided ( Pub. L. 100696, title IX,  901(a) Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4610 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  108(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 569  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188b4 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on section 5 of Senate Resolution No. 382, Ninetieth Congress, Oct. 1, 1968 Pub. L. 100696 Amendments 2001 Pub. L. 10768 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2001 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 10768 section 108(c) of Pub. L. 10768 section 2103 of this title  2106. Repealed. Pub. L. 10883, title I,  3(a)(3) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1010   Section, based on S. Res. No. 95, Ninety-second Congress, Apr. 1, 1971 Pub. L. 100696, title IX,  901(a) Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4610  Section was classified to section 188b5 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2107. Conservation, restoration, replication, or replacement of items in United States Senate Collection (a) Use of moneys in Senate contingent fund Effective with the fiscal year ending September 30, 2006 section 4107 of this title (b) United States Senate Collection All such works, objects, documents, or materials referred to in subsection (a) may be known as the United States Senate Collection. (c) Approval of disbursements by Chairman or Executive Secretary of Senate Commission on Art Disbursements for expenses incurred for the purposes in subsection (a) shall be made upon vouchers approved by the Chairman of the Senate Commission on Art or the Executive Secretary of the Senate Commission on Art. ( Pub. L. 101302, title III,  316 May 25, 1990 104 Stat. 246 Pub. L. 101520, title III,  323 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2285 Pub. L. 10290, title III,  310 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 467 Pub. L. 102392, title III,  312 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1723 Pub. L. 10369, title III,  314 Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 713 Pub. L. 103283, title III,  309 July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1442 Pub. L. 10453, title III,  311 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 538 Pub. L. 104197, title III,  313 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2415 Pub. L. 10555, title III,  309 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1198 Pub. L. 105275, title III,  311 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2457 Pub. L. 10657, title III,  309 Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 427 Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  8, title III,  309] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 10768, title III,  308 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 592 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title II,  207 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 383 Pub. L. 10883, title I Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1013 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  3 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3169 Pub. L. 10955, title I,  3 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 568  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188b6 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2005Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10955 2004Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 108447 2003Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10883 Pub. L. 1087 2001Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10768 2000Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title III,  309] Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  8(1), (2)] Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  8(3)] 1999Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10657 1998Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 105275 1997Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10555 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104197 1995Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10453 1994Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 103283 1993Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10369 1992Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 102392 1991Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10290 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101520  2108. Provisions relating to Senate Commission on Art (a) Authority to acquire and dispose (1) In general The Senate Commission on Art (referred to in this section as the Commission) may (A) accept gifts of money; and (B) acquire (by gift, purchase, or otherwise) any work of art, historical object, document, or material relating to historical matters, or exhibit, for placement or exhibition in the Senate Wing of the Capitol, the Senate Office Buildings, or in rooms, spaces, or corridors thereof. (2) Accession or disposal All works of art, historical objects, documents, or material related to historical matters, or exhibits, acquired by the Commission may, as determined by the Commission and after consultation with the Curatorial Advisory Board, be (A) retained for accession to the United States Senate Collection or other use; or (B) disposed of by sale or other transaction. (3) Omitted (b) Advisory boards (1) Curatorial Advisory Board There is established a Board which shall be chaired by the Senate Curator. The Curatorial Advisory Board shall provide advice and assistance to the Commission on the acquisition, care, and disposition of items for or within the United States Senate Collection, and on such other matters as the Commission determines appropriate. (2) Additional advisory boards (A) In general The Commission, or the chairman and vice chairman acting jointly on behalf of the Commission and after giving notice to the Commission, may establish 1 or more additional advisory boards. (B) Term The term of existence for an additional advisory board (i) shall be specified by the Commission but no longer than 4 years; and (ii) shall be renewable. (C) Purpose The purpose of an additional advisory board shall be to provide advice and assistance to the Commission and to further the purposes of the Commission. (3) Appointments (A) In general Subject to subparagraph (B), the Curatorial Advisory Board and other advisory boards established by the Commission under paragraph (2) shall be composed of members appointed by the Commission, or the chairman and vice chairman acting jointly on behalf of the Commission and after giving notice to the Commission. (B) Applicable rules Members appointed under subparagraph (A) (i) shall be appointed from public and private life and shall serve at the pleasure of the Commission; and (ii) in the case of individuals appointed to the Curatorial Advisory Board, shall be experts or have significant experience in the field of arts, historic preservation, or other appropriate fields. Each member of the Commission may have appointed to an advisory board created by the Commission at least 1 individual requested by that member. (4) Members A member of a board under this subsection (A) may, at the discretion of the Commission, be reimbursed for actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of the official duties of the board from any funds available to the Commission in accordance with applicable Senate regulations for such expenses; and (B) shall not, by virtue of such members service on the board, be deemed to be an officer, employee, or agent of the Senate and may not bind the Senate in any contract or obligation. (5) Terms for additional advisory board members Members appointed to the other advisory boards created under paragraph (2) shall serve for terms as stated in their appointment, but no longer than a term of 4 years, except that any member may be reappointed upon the expiration of their term. (6) Regulations The Commission, or the chairman and vice chairman acting jointly on behalf of the Commission and after giving notice to the Commission, in consultation with the Committee on Rules and Administration, may promulgate such regulations governing advisory boards established under this subsection as are necessary to carry out the purposes of this subsection. (7) Assistance The Executive Secretary of the Commission shall provide assistance to an advisory board as authorized by the Commission. (c) Establishment of Senate Preservation Fund (1) Establishment There is established in the Treasury a fund, to be known as the Senate Preservation Fund (in this section referred to as the fund), which shall consist of amounts deposited and credited under paragraph (3). (2) Payment of costs The fund shall be available to the Commission for the payment of acquisition and transaction costs incurred for acquisitions under subsection (a), for official activities of any advisory board established under subsection (b), for any purposes for which funds from the contingent fund of the Senate may be used under section 2107(a) of this title (3) Deposits, credits, disbursements, and transfers (A) Deposits The Commission shall deposit in the fund amounts appropriated for use of the fund, gifts of money, and proceeds of transactions under subsection (a). (B) Credits The Secretary of the Treasury shall credit to the fund the interest on, and the proceeds from sale or redemption of, obligations held in the fund. (C) Disbursements Disbursements from the fund shall be made on vouchers approved by the Commission and signed by the Executive Secretary of the Commission. (D) Transfers (i) In general The Commission may, for individual conservation or restoration projects estimated to cost greater than $100,000, transfer amounts in the fund to the Architect of the Capitol for the cost of conservation or restoration, in whole or in part, by the Architect of the Capitol of works of art, historical objects, documents, or material relating to historical matters placed or exhibited, or to be placed or exhibited, within the Senate wing of the United States Capitol or any Senate Office Building. (ii) Availability Amounts transferred to the Architect of the Capitol under clause (i) and not subject to return under clause (v) shall remain available until expended. (iii) Approval and oversight of conservation or restoration Before authorizing transfers under clause (i), in whole or in part, the Commission, or the chairman and vice chairman acting jointly on behalf of the Commission and after giving notice to the Commission, shall review and approve a conservation or restoration project for which such amounts are intended (referred to in this section as the Project). The Commission may require updated reports on the Project before any additional amounts are transferred for the Project. No disbursements may be made from funds transferred under clause (i) that are inconsistent with the Project approved by the Commission upon which the relevant transfer is based. (iv) Acceptance of donations The Commission retains the discretion whether or not to approve the acceptance of any donation to the fund regardless of whether the donation is intended for a conservation or restoration Project under clause (i). (v) Issuance of guidelines The Commission may prescribe such guidelines as it deems necessary for the approval and transfer of any amounts under clause (i) and the return of any undisbursed amounts. (vi) Return of unused funds The Commission may require the return of amounts transferred to the Architect of the Capitol under clause (i) and not disbursed pursuant to an approved Project within five years of the transfer. Such amounts will be returned to the fund for use or disposition as the Commission shall determine appropriate. For purposes of this subsection, the Commission may, at any time, specify a date of return greater than five years from the transfer. (vii) Disbursement and audit responsibility Once amounts are transferred pursuant to clause (i), disbursements from transferred funds shall be made by the Architect of the Capitol upon review of vouchers by the Architect of the Capitol and not subject to the audit provisions of clause 1 1 (viii) Termination The authority to transfer amounts to the Architect of the Capitol under clause (i) shall expire ten years after the date of its initial enactment. Any amounts transferred prior to the termination of authority to transfer may continue to be expended in accordance with this section. (4) Investments (A) In general The Secretary of the Treasury shall invest any portion of the fund that, as determined by the Commission, is not required to meet current withdrawals. (B) Type of obligation Each investment required by this paragraph shall be made in an interest bearing obligation of the United States or an obligation guaranteed as to the principal and interest by the United States that, as determined by the Commission, has a maturity suitable for the fund. (C) Commission approval In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary of the Treasury may make such purchases, sales, and redemption of obligations as may be approved by the Commission. (5) Services and support The Library of Congress shall provide financial management and disbursing services and support to the Commission as may be required and mutually agreed to by the Librarian of Congress and the Executive Secretary of the Commission. (6) Audits The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct periodic audits of the Senate Preservation Fund, which shall be conducted at least once every 3 years, unless the Chairman or the Ranking Member of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate or the Secretary of the Senate requests that an audit be conducted at an earlier date, and shall report the results of each audit to the Commission. ( Pub. L. 10883, title I,  3 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1010 Pub. L. 10955, title I,  4 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 568 Pub. L. 112234,  2(h) Dec. 28, 2012 126 Stat. 1625 Pub. L. 11531, div. I, title I,  2 May 5, 2017 131 Stat. 571  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of section 3 of Pub. L. 10883 section 3 of Pub. L. 10883 section 2106 of this title section 3 of Pub. L. 10883 Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2004. Amendments 2017Subsec. (c)(3). Pub. L. 11531,  2(1) Subsec. (c)(3)(D). Pub. L. 11531,  2(2) 2012Subsec. (c)(6). Pub. L. 112234 2005Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 10955 section 2107(a) of this title section 2107(a) of this title Part C House of Representatives Fine Arts Board  2121. House of Representatives Fine Arts Board (a) Establishment and authority There is established in the House of Representatives a Fine Arts Board (hereafter in sections 2121 and 2122 of this title referred to as the Board), comprised of the House of Representatives members of the Joint Committee on the Library. The chairman of the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives shall be the chairman of the Board. The Board, in consultation with the House Office Building Commission, shall have authority over all works of fine art, historical objects, and similar property that are the property of the Congress and are for display or other use in the House of Representatives wing of the Capitol, the House of Representatives Office Buildings, or any other location under the control of the House of Representatives. (b) Clerk of the House of Representatives Under the supervision and direction of the Board, the Clerk of the House of Representatives shall be responsible for the administration, maintenance, and display of the works of fine art and other property referred to in subsection (a). (c) Architect of the Capitol The Architect of the Capitol shall provide assistance to the Board and to the Clerk of the House of Representatives in the carrying out of their responsibilities under sections 2121 and 2122 of this title. ( Pub. L. 100696, title X,  1001 Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4611 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(8) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1749  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188c of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  Transfer of Functions Certain functions of Clerk of House of Representatives transferred to Director of Non-legislative and Financial Services by section 7 of House Resolution No. 423, One Hundred Second Congress, Apr. 9, 1992 Jan. 4, 1995  2122. Acceptance of gifts on behalf of the House of Representatives  The Board is authorized to accept, on behalf of the House of Representatives, gifts of works of fine art, historical objects, and similar property, including transfers from the United States Capitol Preservation Commission under section 2082 of this title ( Pub. L. 100696, title X,  1002 Nov. 18, 1988 102 Stat. 4612  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188c1 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Part D Miscellaneous  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Plaque To Honor Members of Law Enforcement Who Responded on January 6, 2021 Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title II,  214 Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 527  (a)  Sense of Congress It is the sense of Congress that the United States owes its deepest gratitude to those officers of the United States Capitol Police and the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia, as well as officers from other Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies and protective entities, who valiantly protected the United States Capitol, Members of Congress, and staff on January 6, 2021 (b)  Plaque Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Mar. 15, 2022 January 6, 2021 (c)  Compilation and Confirmation of List of Names. (1)  List of names for plaque The Chairs and Ranking Members of the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, and the Subcommittees on the Legislative Branch of the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate shall jointly compile and confirm a list of the officers of the United States Capitol Police, the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia, and other Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies and protective entities whose names should be included on the plaque under this section. (2)  Inclusion of names of specific officers In compiling the list under paragraph (1), the Chairs and Ranking Members of the Committees and Subcommittees described in such paragraph shall include the names of the specific individuals described in paragraph (2) of section 215(c) of H. R. 4346, One Hundred Seventeenth Congress, as passed by the House of Representatives on July 28, 2021  2131. National Statuary Hall  Suitable structures and railings shall be erected in the old hall of Representatives for the reception and protection of statuary, and the same shall be under the supervision and direction of the Architect of the Capitol. And the President is authorized to invite all the States to provide and furnish statues, in marble or bronze, not exceeding two in number for each State, of deceased persons who have been citizens thereof, and illustrious for their historic renown or for distinguished civic or military services, such as each State may deem to be worthy of this national commemoration; and when so furnished, the same shall be placed in the old hall of the House of Representatives, in the Capitol of the United States, which is set apart, or so much thereof as may be necessary, as a national statuary hall for the purpose herein indicated. (R.S.  1814; Aug. 15, 1876, ch. 287 19 Stat. 147  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 187 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 R.S.  1814 derived from act July 2, 1864, ch. 210,  2 13 Stat. 347 Section 2 of act July 2, 1864 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Change of name of Architect of the Capitol, functions abolished, transferred, etc., by prior acts, see Prior Provisions and Change of Name notes set out under section 1801 of this title  2131a. Eligibility for placement of statues in National Statuary Hall (a) Eligibility No statue of any individual may be placed in National Statuary Hall until after the expiration of the 10-year period which begins on the date of the individuals death. (b) Exceptions Subsection (a) does not apply with respect to (1) the statue obtained and placed in National Statuary Hall under this Act; or (2) any statue provided and furnished by a State under section 2131 of this title section 2132 of this title ( Pub. L. 109116,  2 Dec. 1, 2005 119 Stat. 2524  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in subsec. (b)(1), is Pub. L. 109116 Dec. 1, 2005 119 Stat. 2524 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Placement of Statue of Rosa Parks in National Statuary Hall Pub. L. 109116,  1 Dec. 1, 2005 119 Stat. 2524 Pub. L. 110120,  1(a) Nov. 19, 2007 121 Stat. 1348  (a)  Obtaining Statue Not later than 4 years after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Dec. 1, 2005 (b)  Placement The Joint Committee shall place the statue obtained under subsection (a) in the United States Capitol in a suitable permanent location in National Statuary Hall. [ Pub. L. 110120,  1(b) Nov. 19, 2007 121 Stat. 1348 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending section 1 of Pub. L. 109116 Public Law 109116  2132. Replacement of statue in Statuary Hall (a) Request by State (1) Any State may request the Joint Committee on the Library of Congress to approve the replacement of a statue the State has provided for display in Statuary Hall in the Capitol of the United States under section 2131 of this title (2) A request shall be considered under paragraph (1) only if (A) the request has been approved by a resolution adopted by the legislature of the State and the request has been approved by the Governor of the State, and (B) the statue to be replaced has been displayed in the Capitol of the United States for at least 10 years as of the time the request is made, except that the Joint Committee may waive this requirement for cause at the request of a State. (b) Agreement upon approval If the Joint Committee on the Library of Congress approves a request under subsection (a), the Architect of the Capitol shall enter into an agreement with the State to carry out the replacement in accordance with the request and any conditions the Joint Committee may require for its approval. Such agreement shall provide that (1) the new statue shall be subject to the same conditions and restrictions as apply to any statue provided by a State under section 2131 of this title (2) the State shall pay any costs related to the replacement, including costs in connection with the design, construction, transportation, and placement of the new statue, the removal and transportation of the statue being replaced, and any unveiling ceremony. (c) Limitation on number of State statues Nothing in this section shall be interpreted to permit a State to have more than two statues on display in the Capitol of the United States. (d) Ownership of replaced statue; removal (1) Subject to the approval of the Joint Committee on the Library, ownership of any statue replaced under this section shall be transferred to the State. (2) If any statue is removed from the Capitol of the United States as part of a transfer of ownership under paragraph (1), then it may not be returned to the Capitol for display unless such display is specifically authorized by Federal law. (e) Relocation of statues The Architect of the Capitol, upon the approval of the Joint Committee on the Library and with the advice of the Commission of Fine Arts as requested, is authorized and directed to relocate within the United States Capitol any of the statues received from the States under section 2131 of this title December 21, 2000 December 21, 2000 ( Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title III,  311] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 187a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Location of Statues House Concurrent Resolution 47, passed Feb. 24, 1933  2133. Acceptance and supervision of works of fine arts  The Joint Committee on the Library, whenever, in their judgment, it is expedient, are authorized to accept any work of the fine arts, on behalf of Congress, which may be offered, and to assign the same such place in the Capitol as they may deem suitable, and shall have the supervision of all works of art that may be placed in the Capitol. (R.S.  1831.)  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 188 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 R.S.  1831 derived from act June 10, 1872, ch. 415,  1 17 Stat. 362 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Works of Art Accepted or Removed The following provisions relate to works of art accepted or removed by the Joint Committee on the Library: Pub. L. 117326 Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4452 Pub. L. 117111 Apr. 13, 2022 136 Stat. 1166 Pub. L. 112174 Sept. 20, 2012 126 Stat. 1311 Pub. L. 109427 Dec. 20, 2006 120 Stat. 2912  2134. Art exhibits  No work of art or manufacture other than the property of the United States shall be exhibited in the National Statuary Hall, the Rotunda, Emancipation Hall of the Capitol Visitor Center, or the corridors of the Capitol. (R.S.  1815; Mar. 3, 1875, ch. 130 18 Stat. 376 Mar. 3, 1879, ch. 182 20 Stat. 391 Pub. L. 110437, title I,  101(f)(2) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4985  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 189 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on act Mar. 3, 1879 R.S.  1815 derived from act July 20, 1868, ch. 176,  6 15 Stat. 110 Amendments 2008 Pub. L. 110437  2135. Private studios and works of art  No room in the Capitol shall be used for private studios or works of art, without permission from the Joint Committee on the Library, given in writing; and it shall be the duty of the Architect of the Capitol to carry this provision into effect. ( Mar. 3, 1875, ch. 130 18 Stat. 376  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 190 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 SUBCHAPTER VI BOTANIC GARDEN AND NATIONAL GARDEN  2141. Supervision of Botanic Garden  The supervision of the Capitol police shall extend over the Botanical Garden. (R.S.  1826.)  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 215 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 R.S.  1826 derived from Res. July 15, 1870 16 Stat. 391  2142. Superintendent of Botanic Garden and greenhouses  There shall be a superintendent and assistants in the Botanical Garden and greenhouses, who shall be under the direction of the Joint Committee on the Library. (R.S.  1827.)  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 216 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 R.S.  1827 derived from act Mar. 3, 1873, ch. 226,  1 17 Stat. 491  2143. Utilization of personnel by Architect of the Capitol for maintenance and operation of Botanic Garden  On and after December 27, 1974 ( Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1777  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 216b of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2144. Disbursement of appropriations for Botanic Garden  On and after November 5, 1990 ( Pub. L. 101520, title II Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2270  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 216d of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2145. Restriction on use of appropriation for Botanic Garden  On and after July 31, 1958 ( Pub. L. 85570 July 31, 1958 72 Stat. 450  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 216a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2146. National Garden (a) Establishment; gifts The Architect of the Capitol, subject to the direction of the Joint Committee on the Library, is authorized to (1) construct a National Garden demonstrating the diversity of plants, including the rose, our national flower, to be located between Maryland and Independence Avenues, S.W., and extending from the Botanic Garden Conservatory to Third Streets, S.W., in the District of Columbia; and (2) solicit, receive, accept, and hold gifts, including money, plant material, and other property, on behalf of the Botanic Garden, and to dispose of, utilize, obligate, expend, disburse, and administer such gifts for the benefit of the Botanic Garden, including among other things, the carrying out of any programs, duties, or functions of the Botanic Garden, and for constructing, equipping, and maintaining the National Garden referred to in paragraph (1). (b) Gifts and bequests of money; investment; appropriations (1) Gifts or bequests of money under subsection (a)(2) shall, when received by the Architect, be deposited with the Treasurer of the United States, who shall credit these deposits as offsetting collections to an account entitled Botanic Garden, Gifts and Donations. The gifts or bequests described under subsection (a)(2) shall be accepted only in the total amount provided in appropriations Acts. (2) The Secretary of the Treasury shall invest any portion of the account designated in paragraph (1) that, as determined by the Architect, is not required to meet current expenses. Each investment shall be made in an interest-bearing obligation of the United States or an obligation guaranteed both as to principal and interest by the United States that, as determined by the Architect, has a maturity date suitable for the purposes of the account. The Secretary of the Treasury shall credit interest earned on the obligations to the account. (3) Receipts, obligations, and expenditures of funds under this section shall be included in annual estimates submitted by the Architect for the operation and maintenance of the Botanic Garden and such funds shall be expended by the Architect, without regard to section 6101 of title 41 (c) Donations of personal services (1) In carrying out this section and his duties, the Architect of the Capitol may accept personal services, including educationally related work assignments for students in nonpay status, if the service is to be rendered without compensation. (2) No person shall be permitted to donate his or her personal services under this section unless such person has first agreed, in writing, to waive any and all claims against the United States arising out of or in connection with such services, other than a claim under the provisions of chapter 81 of title 5. (3) No person donating personal services under this section shall be considered an employee of the United States for any purpose other than for purposes of chapter 81 of title 5. (4) In no case shall the acceptance of personal services under this section result in the reduction of pay or displacement of any employee of the Botanic Garden. (d) Tax deductions Any gift accepted by the Architect of the Capitol under this section shall be considered a gift to the United States for purposes of income, estate, and gift tax laws of the United States. ( Pub. L. 100458, title III,  307E Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2183 Pub. L. 102229, title II,  209(a) Dec. 12, 1991 105 Stat. 1716 Pub. L. 10453, title II,  201(b) Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 529 Pub. L. 105275, title II,  201 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2445  Editorial Notes Codification In subsec. (b)(3),  section 6101 of title 41 Pub. L. 111350,  6(c) Jan. 4, 2011 124 Stat. 3854 Section was classified to section 216c of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1998Subsec. (b)(2), (3). Pub. L. 105275 1995Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 10453 1991 Pub. L. 102229 (1) construct a National Garden demonstrating the diversity of plants, including the rose, our national flower, to be located between Maryland and Independence Avenues, S.W., and extending from the United States Botanic Garden Conservatory to Third Street, S.W., in the District of Columbia; and (2) accept gifts, including money, plants, volunteer time, planning, construction and installation expenses, assistance and implements, and garden structures, on behalf of the United States Botanic Garden for the purpose of constructing the National Garden described in paragraph (1). Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Funds Available for Constructing, Equipping, and Maintaining National Garden Pub. L. 102392, title II,  201 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1716 Pub. L. 10453, title II,  201(a) Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 529 Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title III,  312] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  135 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 583  (a) Pursuant to section 307E of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1989 ( 40 U.S.C. 216c 2 U.S.C. 2146 (b) The Architect of the Capitol is authorized to solicit, receive, accept, and hold amounts under section 307E(a)(2) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1989 ( 40 U.S.C. 216c(a)(2) 2 U.S.C. 2146(a)(2) 40 U.S.C. 216c(b)(3) 2 U.S.C. 2146(b)(3) Renovation of Conservatory of Botanic Garden Pub. L. 102229, title II,  209(b) Dec. 12, 1991 105 Stat. 1717 section 2146 of this title  2147. Plant material exchanges  On and after July 8, 1935 ( July 8, 1935, ch. 374 49 Stat. 471  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 217a of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on par. under heading BOTANIC GARDEN in act of July 8, 1935  2148. Administration of educational outreach and services (a) Cooperative agreements The Architect of the Capitol, subject to the direction of the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library, may enter into cooperative agreements with entities under such terms as the Architect determines advisable, in order to support the United States Botanic Garden in carrying out its duties, authorities, and mission. (b) No-cost agreements (1) The Architect of the Capitol may, subject to the direction of the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library, enter into a no-cost agreement, through a contract, cooperative agreement, or memorandum of understanding, with a qualified entity to conduct, or provide support for, an educational exhibit, program, class, or outreach that benefits the educational mission of the United States Botanic Garden. (2) Any agreement under paragraph (1) may (A) allow the qualified entity to accept fees for any program or class described in paragraph (1) in order to cover all or a portion of the entitys costs of any supplies, honoraria, or associated expenses for the program or class; and (B) subject to such terms as the Architect considers appropriate and necessary, grant temporary concessions to the qualified entity, or allow the qualified entity to grant temporary concessions to another person, in connection with an educational exhibit, program, class, or outreach described in paragraph (1), including concessions for food and merchandise sales that are specifically related to the educational mission involved. (3)  Section 5104(c) of title 40 (4) In this subsection, the term qualified entity means (A) the National Fund for the United States Botanic Garden; and (B) any other organization described in section 501(c) of title 26 (c) Construction or improvement of real property Any authority under subsection (a) or (b) shall not apply to any agreement providing for the construction or improvement of real property. (d) Applicability This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2015 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1102 Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2532 SUBCHAPTER VII OTHER ENTITIES AND SERVICES  2161. Transferred  Editorial Notes Codification Section 2161 was editorially reclassified as section 4902 of this title  2162. Capitol Power Plant (a) Designation The heating, lighting, and power plant constructed under the terms of the Act approved April 28, 1904 33 Stat. 479 (b) Definition In this section, the term carbon dioxide energy efficiency means the quantity of electricity used to power equipment for carbon dioxide capture and storage or use. (c) Feasibility study The Architect of the Capitol shall conduct a feasibility study evaluating the available methods to capture, store, and use carbon dioxide emitted from the Capitol Power Plant as a result of burning fossil fuels. In carrying out the feasibility study, the Architect of the Capitol is encouraged to consult with individuals with expertise in carbon capture and storage or use, including experts with the Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Energy, academic institutions, non-profit organizations, and industry, as appropriate. The study shall consider (1) the availability of technologies to capture and store or use Capitol Power Plant carbon dioxide emissions; (2) strategies to conserve energy and reduce carbon dioxide emissions at the Capitol Power Plant; and (3) other factors as determined by the Architect of the Capitol. (d) Demonstration projects (1) In general If the feasibility study determines that a demonstration project to capture and store or use Capitol Power Plant carbon dioxide emissions is technologically feasible and economically justified (including direct and indirect economic and environmental benefits), the Architect of the Capitol may conduct 1 or more demonstration projects to capture and store or use carbon dioxide emitted from the Capitol Power Plant as a result of burning fossil fuels. (2) Factors for consideration In carrying out such demonstration projects, the Architect of the Capitol shall consider (A) the amount of Capitol Power Plant carbon dioxide emissions to be captured and stored or used; (B) whether the proposed project is able to reduce air pollutants other than carbon dioxide; (C) the carbon dioxide energy efficiency of the proposed project; (D) whether the proposed project is able to use carbon dioxide emissions; (E) whether the proposed project could be expanded to significantly increase the amount of Capitol Power Plant carbon dioxide emissions to be captured and stored or used; (F) the potential environmental, energy, and educational benefits of demonstrating the capture and storage or use of carbon dioxide at the U.S. Capitol; and (G) other factors as determined by the Architect of the Capitol. (3) Terms and conditions A demonstration project funded under this section shall be subject to such terms and conditions as the Architect of the Capitol may prescribe. (e) Authorization of appropriations There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out the feasibility study and demonstration project $3,000,000. Such sums shall remain available until expended. ( Mar. 4, 1911, ch. 285 36 Stat. 1414 Mar. 3, 1921, ch. 124 41 Stat. 1291 Pub. L. 110140, title V,  505(2) Dec. 19, 2007 121 Stat. 1657  Editorial Notes  References in Text Act approved April 28, 1904 act Apr. 28, 1904, ch. 1762 33 Stat. 452 33 Stat. 479 Apr. 28, 1904 Codification Section was classified to section 185 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on act Mar. 4, 1911 Amendments 2007 Pub. L. 110140 April 28, 1904 section 2001 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Change of name of Architect of the Capitol, functions abolished, transferred, etc., by prior acts, see Prior Provisions and Change of Name notes set out under section 1801 of this title Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 110140 Dec. 19, 2007 section 1601 of Pub. L. 110140 section 1824 of this title Management and Operation of the Capitol Power Plant Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  1101 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3185  (a)  Definition In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means (1) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives; (2) the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate; and (3) the House Office Building Commission. (b)  Study of Contract With a Private Entity Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 8, 2004 (1) analyzes the costs, cost effectiveness, benefits, and feasibility of the Architect of the Capitol entering into a contract with a private entity for the management and operation of the Capitol Power Plant; and (2) makes a recommendation on whether the Architect of the Capitol should enter into such a contract. (c)  Implementation Plan If the Comptroller General makes a recommendation under subsection (b)(2) in favor of entering into a contract, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit an implementation plan for that contract to the appropriate congressional committees not later than the later of (1) 270 days after the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 8, 2004 (2) the date of the completion of the West Refrigeration Plant. (d)  Contract Subject to the approval of the appropriate congressional committees, the Architect of the Capitol shall enter into a contract with a private entity for the management and operation of the Capitol Power Plant. (e)  Effective Date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2005 and each fiscal year thereafter. General Services Administration Coal Yard Pub. L. 100458, title I Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2170 That appropriations under this head [ Capitol Power Plant  2162a. Promoting maximum efficiency in operation of Capitol Power Plant (a) Steam boilers (1) In general The Architect of the Capitol shall take such steps as may be necessary to operate the steam boilers at the Capitol Power Plant in the most energy efficient manner possible to minimize carbon emissions and operating costs, including adjusting steam pressures and adjusting the operation of the boilers to take into account variations in demand, including seasonality, for the use of the system. (2) Effective date The Architect shall implement the steps required under paragraph (1) not later than 30 days after December 19, 2007 (b) Chiller plant (1) In general The Architect of the Capitol shall take such steps as may be necessary to operate the chiller plant at the Capitol Power Plant in the most energy efficient manner possible to minimize carbon emissions and operating costs, including adjusting water temperatures and adjusting the operation of the chillers to take into account variations in demand, including seasonality, for the use of the system. (2) Effective date The Architect shall implement the steps required under paragraph (1) not later than 30 days after December 19, 2007 (c) Meters Not later than 90 days after December 19, 2007 (d) Report on implementation Not later than 180 days after December 19, 2007 ( Pub. L. 110140, title V,  504 Dec. 19, 2007 121 Stat. 1656  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective on the date that is 1 day after Dec. 19, 2007 section 1601 of Pub. L. 110140 section 1824 of this title  2163. Capitol Grounds shuttle service  Funds appropriated for any available account of the Architect of the Capitol after October 1, 1976 ( Pub. L. 94440, title VI Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1453 Pub. L. 11531, div. I, title I,  1206(a) May 5, 2017 131 Stat. 582  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 223 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 2017 Pub. L. 11531 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2017 Amendment Pub. L. 11531, div. I, title I,  1206(b) May 5, 2017 131 Stat. 582 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2017 and each succeeding fiscal year.  2164. Transportation of House Pages by Capitol Grounds shuttle service  The passenger motor vehicles authorized by section 2163 of this title Provided further ( Pub. L. 99151, title I Nov. 13, 1985 99 Stat. 801  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 224 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2165. Repealed. Pub. L. 110437, title I,  101(e) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4985   Section, Pub. L. 90264, title III,  301 Mar. 12, 1968 82 Stat. 46 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(16) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1750 Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 831 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2166. Repealed. Pub. L. 110437, title IV,  422(a) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4996   Section, Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  441 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1190 Pub. L. 9594, title I Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 671 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(17) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1750 Pub. L. 104279 Oct. 9, 1996 110 Stat. 3358 section 2241 of this title Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 851 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective first day of first pay period (applicable to employees transferred under section 2241 of this title Oct. 20, 2008 section 422(d) of Pub. L. 110437 section 1301 of this title  2167. Congressional Award Youth Park (a) Designation The parcel of approximately 5 acres of land located on the Capitol Grounds and described in subsection (b) shall be known and designated as the Congressional Award Youth Park. (b) Area included (1) In general The parcel of land described in subsection (a) is (A) bounded on the north by Constitution Avenue, N.W.; (B) bounded on the east by First Street, N.W.; (C) bounded on the south by Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.; and (D) bounded on the west by Third Street N.W. (2) Extension The park shall extend to the curbs of the streets described in paragraph (1). (c) Design (1) Competition The Architect of the Capitol shall sponsor a competition for the design of the park, based on specifications developed by the Architect. (2) Specifications (A) In general Not later than June 30, 2002 (B) Requirements (i) In general The specifications shall require an outdoor design that is accessible to the public. (ii) Inclusions To the maximum extent practicable, the specifications shall include requirements for (I) a fountain; (II) extensive use of trees and flowering plants from each of the 50 States; (III) large-scale replicas of the medals awarded under the Congressional Award Program; and (IV) the inscription of the names of all Congressional Award recipients. (3) Selection (A) In general As soon as practicable after the competition is completed, the Architect shall forward at least 3 designs, with recommendations, to the United States Capitol Preservation Commission. (B) Final selection The United States Capitol Preservation Commission shall select and approve the final design from among the 3 designs submitted under subparagraph (A). (d) Funding Funds otherwise made available to the Architect of the Capitol under this Act shall be available to carry out this section. ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  134 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 582  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in subsec. (d), is Pub. L. 10768 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 560 Codification Section was classified to section 217c of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2168. Memorandum of understanding for provision of services of the United States Capitol telephone exchange for the House (a) In general The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate may enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper shall provide all services of the United States Capitol telephone exchange for the House of Representatives, in accordance with such terms and conditions as may be provided in the memorandum of understanding. (b) Transfer of positions and personnel For any period during which a memorandum of understanding is in effect pursuant to this section (1) all positions in the United States Capitol telephone exchange for which the employing authority is the Chief Administrative Officer shall be transferred to the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper; (2) all employees in the United States Capitol telephone exchange for whom the employing authority is the Chief Administrative Officer shall be transferred to, and appointed by, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper; and (3) the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper shall serve as the employing authority for all personnel of the United States Capitol telephone exchange. (c) Pay and leave accrual In carrying out a memorandum of understanding pursuant to this section, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper shall ensure that, with respect to any employee of the United States Capitol telephone exchange whose employing authority prior to the effective date of the memorandum was the Chief Administrative Officer (1) the rate of pay and leave accrual for the employee shall not be less than the employees rate of pay and leave accrual for the most recent pay period prior to such date, unless (A) the employee does not remain in the same position with the exchange; or (B) the rate of pay or leave accrual is reduced for cause; and (2) any leave accrued by the employee that remains unused as of such date shall be transferred to the employee and made available for the employee to use under the same terms and conditions that applied to the use of the leave prior to such date. (d) Omitted (e) Reimbursement of expenses by House (1) A memorandum of understanding under this section may include a provision requiring the reimbursement by the House of Representatives during a fiscal year (paid out of the applicable accounts of the House) of the expenses incurred by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper during the fiscal year in carrying out the memorandum with respect to the employees of the United States Capitol telephone exchange whose employing authority prior to the effective date of the memorandum was the Chief Administrative Officer. (2) Any reimbursement made pursuant to this subsection (A) in the case of a reimbursement for salaries or agency contributions and related expenses, shall be deposited in the account under the heading  Office of the sergeant at arms and doorkeeper agency contributions and related expenses Salaries, Officers and Employees (B) in the case of a reimbursement for expenses, shall be deposited in the account under the heading  sergeant at arms and doorkeeper of the senate Contingent Expenses of the Senate (3) Any funds deposited under paragraph (2) shall be available in like manner and for the same purposes as are other funds in the account to which the funds were deposited. (f) Effective date This section and the amendment made by this section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2005 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title II,  215 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3197  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of section 215 of div. G of Pub. L. 108447 section 215 of div. G of Pub. L. 108447 section 293 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005.  2169. Capitol complex E85 refueling station (a) Construction The Architect of the Capitol may construct a fuel tank and pumping system for E85 fuel at or within close proximity to the Capitol Grounds Fuel Station. (b) Use The E85 fuel tank and pumping system shall be available for use by all legislative branch vehicles capable of operating with E85 fuel, subject to such other legislative branch agencies reimbursing the Architect of the Capitol for the costs of E85 fuel used by such other legislative branch vehicles. (c) Authorization of appropriations There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $640,000 for fiscal year 2008. ( Pub. L. 110140, title V,  502 Dec. 19, 2007 121 Stat. 1655  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective on the date that is 1 day after Dec. 19, 2007 section 1601 of Pub. L. 110140 section 1824 of this title  2170. Battery recharging stations for privately owned vehicles in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the Senate at no net cost to the Federal Government (a) Definition In this section, the term covered employee means (1) an employee whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate; or (2) any other individual who is authorized to park in any parking area under the jurisdiction of the Senate on Capitol Grounds. (b) Authority (1) In general Subject to paragraph (3), funds appropriated to the Architect of the Capitol under the heading Capitol Power Plant under the heading ARCHITECT OF THE CAPITOL in any fiscal year are available to construct, operate, and maintain on a reimbursable basis battery recharging stations in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the Senate on Capitol Grounds for use by privately owned vehicles used by Senators or covered employees. (2) Vendors authorized In carrying out paragraph (1), the Architect of the Capitol may use 1 or more vendors on a commission basis. (3) Approval of construction The Architect of the Capitol may construct or direct the construction of battery recharging stations described under paragraph (1) after (A) submission of written notice detailing the numbers and locations of the battery recharging stations to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate; and (B) approval by that Committee. (c) Fees and charges (1) In general Subject to paragraph (2), the Architect of the Capitol shall charge fees or charges for electricity provided to Senators and covered employees sufficient to cover the costs to the Architect of the Capitol to carry out this section, including costs to any vendors or other costs associated with maintaining the battery recharging stations. (2) Approval of fees or charges The Architect of the Capitol may establish and adjust fees or charges under paragraph (1) after (A) submission of written notice detailing the amount of the fee or charge to be established or adjusted to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate; and (B) approval by that Committee. (d) Deposit and availability of fees, charges, and commissions Any fees, charges, or commissions collected by the Architect of the Capitol under this section shall be (1) deposited in the Treasury to the credit of the appropriations account described under subsection (b); and (2) available for obligation without further appropriation during (A) the fiscal year collected; and (B) the fiscal year following the fiscal year collected. (e) Reports (1) In general Not later than 30 days after the end of each fiscal year, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a report on the financial administration and cost recovery of activities under this section with respect to that fiscal year to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. (2) Avoiding subsidy (A) Determination Not later than 3 years after August 10, 2012 (B) Modification of rates and fees If a determination is made under subparagraph (A) that a subsidy is being received, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a plan to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate on how to update the program to ensure no subsidy is being received. If the committee does not act on the plan within 60 days, the Architect of the Capitol shall take appropriate steps to increase rates or fees to ensure reimbursement for the cost of the program consistent with an appropriate schedule for amortization, to be charged to those using the charging stations. (f) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2011 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 112167,  1 Aug. 10, 2012 126 Stat. 1296  2171. Battery recharging stations for privately owned vehicles in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the House of Representatives at no net cost to the Federal Government (a) Definition In this section, the term covered employee means (1) an employee whose pay is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives; or (2) any other individual who is authorized to park in any parking area under the jurisdiction of the House of Representatives on Capitol Grounds. (b) Authority (1) In general Subject to paragraph (3), funds appropriated to the Architect of the Capitol under the heading Capitol Power Plant under the heading ARCHITECT OF THE CAPITOL in any fiscal year are available to construct, operate, and maintain on a reimbursable basis battery recharging stations in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the House of Representatives on Capitol Grounds for use by privately owned vehicles used by Members of the House of Representatives (including the Delegates or Resident Commissioner to the Congress) or covered employees. (2) Vendors authorized In carrying out paragraph (1), the Architect of the Capitol may use 1 or more vendors on a commission basis. (3) Approval of construction The Architect of the Capitol may construct or direct the construction of battery recharging stations described under paragraph (1) after (A) submission of written notice detailing the numbers and locations of the battery recharging stations to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives; and (B) approval by that Committee. (c) Fees and charges (1) In general Subject to paragraph (2), the Architect of the Capitol shall charge fees or charges for electricity provided to Members and covered employees sufficient to cover the costs to the Architect of the Capitol to carry out this section, including costs to any vendors or other costs associated with maintaining the battery recharging stations. (2) Approval of fees or charges The Architect of the Capitol may establish and adjust fees or charges under paragraph (1) after (A) submission of written notice detailing the amount of the fee or charge to be established or adjusted to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives; and (B) approval by that Committee. (d) Deposit and availability of fees, charges, and commissions Any fees, charges, or commissions collected by the Architect of the Capitol under this section shall be (1) deposited in the Treasury to the credit of the appropriations account described under subsection (b); and (2) available for obligation without further appropriation during (A) the fiscal year collected; and (B) the fiscal year following the fiscal year collected. (e) Reports (1) In general Not later than 30 days after the end of each fiscal year, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a report on the financial administration and cost recovery of activities under this section with respect to that fiscal year to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives. (2) Avoiding subsidy (A) Determination Not later than 3 years after August 16, 2012 (B) Modification of rates and fees If a determination is made under subparagraph (A) that a subsidy is being received, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a plan to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives on how to update the program to ensure no subsidy is being received. If the committee does not act on the plan within 60 days, the Architect of the Capitol shall take appropriate steps to increase rates or fees to ensure reimbursement for the cost of the program consistent with an appropriate schedule for amortization, to be charged to those using the charging stations. (f) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2011 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 112170,  1 Aug. 16, 2012 126 Stat. 1303  2171a. Battery recharging stations for privately owned vehicles in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the Librarian of Congress at no net cost to the Federal Government (a) Definition In this section, the term covered employee means (1) an employee of the Library of Congress; or (2) any other individual who is authorized to park in any parking area under the jurisdiction of the Library of Congress on the Library of Congress buildings and grounds. (b) Authority (1) In general Subject to paragraph (3), funds appropriated to the Architect of the Capitol under the heading Capitol Power Plant under the heading ARCHITECT OF THE CAPITOL in any fiscal year are available to construct, operate, and maintain on a reimbursable basis battery recharging stations in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the Library of Congress on Library of Congress buildings and grounds for use by privately owned vehicles used by covered employees. (2) Vendors authorized In carrying out paragraph (1), the Architect of the Capitol may use one or more vendors on a commission basis. (3) Approval of construction The Architect of the Capitol may construct or direct the construction of battery recharging stations described under paragraph (1) after (A) submission of written notice detailing the numbers and locations of the battery recharging stations to the Joint Committee on the Library; and (B) approval by that Committee. (c) Fees and charges (1) In general Subject to paragraph (2), the Architect of the Capitol shall charge fees or charges for electricity provided to covered employees sufficient to cover the costs to the Architect of the Capitol to carry out this section, including costs to any vendors or other costs associated with maintaining the battery charging stations. (2) Approval of fees or charges The Architect of the Capitol may establish and adjust fees or charges under paragraph (1) after (A) submission of written notice detailing the amount of the fee or charge to be established or adjusted to the Joint Committee on the Library; and (B) approval by that Committee. (d) Deposit and availability of fees, charges, and commissions Any fees, charges, or commissions collected by the Architect of the Capitol under this section shall be (1) deposited in the Treasury to the credit of the appropriations account described under subsection (b); and (2) available for obligation without further appropriation during the fiscal year collected. (e) Reports (1) In general Not later than 30 days after the end of each fiscal year, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a report on the financial administration and cost recovery of activities under this section with respect to that fiscal year to the Joint Committee on the Library and the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate. (2) Avoiding subsidy (A) Determination Not later than 3 years after December 18, 2015 (B) Modification of rates and fees If a determination is made under subparagraph (A) that a subsidy is being received, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a plan to the Joint Committee on the Library on how to update the program to ensure no subsidy is being received. If the Joint Committee does not act on the plan within 60 days, the Architect of the Capitol shall take appropriate steps to increase rates or fees to ensure reimbursement for the cost of the program consistent with an appropriate schedule for amortization, to be charged to those using the charging stations. (f) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2016 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 114113, div. I, title II,  209 Dec. 18, 2015 129 Stat. 2673  2172. Office of Congressional Accessibility Services (a) Establishment of Office of Congressional Accessibility Services (1) Establishment There is established in the legislative branch the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, to be headed by the Director of Accessibility Services. (2) Congressional Accessibility Services Board (A) Establishment There is established the Congressional Accessibility Services Board, which shall be composed of (i) the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate; (ii) the Secretary of the Senate; (iii) the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives; (iv) the Clerk of the House of Representatives; and (v) the Architect of the Capitol. (B) Direction of Board The Office of Congressional Accessibility Services shall be subject to the direction of the Congressional Accessibility Services Board. (3) Mission and functions (A) In general The Office of Congressional Accessibility Services shall (i) provide and coordinate accessibility services for individuals with disabilities, including Members of Congress, officers and employees of the House of Representatives and the Senate, and visitors, in the United States Capitol Complex; and (ii) provide information regarding accessibility for individuals with disabilities, as well as related training and staff development, to Members of Congress and employees of the Senate and the House of Representatives. (B) United States Capitol Complex defined In this paragraph, the term United States Capitol Complex means the Capitol buildings (as defined in section 5101 of title 40 (b) Director of Accessibility Services (1) Appointment, pay, and removal (A) Appointment and pay The Director of Accessibility Services shall be appointed by the Congressional Accessibility Services Board and shall be paid at a rate of pay determined by the Congressional Accessibility Services Board. (B) Removal Upon removal of the Director of Accessibility Services, the Congressional Accessibility Services Board shall immediately provide notice of the removal to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, and the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate. The notice shall include the reasons for the removal. (2) Personnel and other administrative functions (A) Personnel, disbursements, and contracts In carrying out the functions of the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services under subsection (a), the Director of Accessibility Services shall have the authority to (i) appoint, hire, and fix the compensation of such personnel as may be necessary for operations of the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, except that no employee may be paid at an annual rate in excess of the annual rate of pay for the Director of Accessibility Services; (ii) take appropriate disciplinary action, including, when circumstances warrant, suspension from duty without pay, reduction in pay, demotion, or termination of employment with the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, against any employee; (iii) disburse funds as may be necessary and available for the needs of the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services; and (iv) serve as contracting officer for the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services. (B) Agreements with the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, with other legislative branch agencies, and with offices of the Senate and House of Representatives Subject to the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, the Director of Accessibility Services may place orders and enter into agreements with the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, with other legislative branch agencies, and with any office or other entity of the Senate or House of Representatives for procuring goods and providing financial and administrative services on behalf of the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, or to otherwise assist the Director in the administration and management of the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services. (3) Semiannual reports The Director of Accessibility Services shall submit a report to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives not later than 45 days following the close of each semiannual period ending on March 31 or September 30 of each year on the financial and operational status during the period of each function under the jurisdiction of the Director. Each such report shall include financial statements and a description or explanation of current operations, the implementation of new policies and procedures, and future plans for each function. ( Pub. L. 101163, title III,  310 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1065 Pub. L. 10453, title I,  112 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 525 Pub. L. 110437, title IV,  411(a) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4993  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 130e of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1990. Amendments 2008 Pub. L. 110437 1995 Pub. L. 10453 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Transfer of Functions For transfer of contracts, liabilities, records, property, appropriations, other assets and interests, and employees of the Congressional Special Services Office of Capitol Guide Service to the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, see section 2252 of this title SUBCHAPTER VIII MISCELLANEOUS  2181. Assignment of space for meetings of joint committees, conference committees, etc.  The President pro tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives shall cause a survey to be made of available space within the Capitol which could be utilized for joint committee meetings, meetings of conference committees, and other meetings, requiring the attendance of both Senators and Members of the House of Representatives; and shall recommend the reassignment of such space to accommodate such meetings. ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 839  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 174d1 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Aug. 2, 1946 Aug. 2, 1946 section 4301 of this title  2182. Use of space formerly occupied by Library of Congress  The rooms and space recently occupied by the Library of Congress in the Capitol building shall be divided into three stories, the third story of which shall be fitted up and used for a reference library for the Senate and House of Representatives, and that portion of the other two stories north of a line drawn east and west through the center of the Rotunda shall be used for such purpose as may be designated by the Senate of the United States, and that portion of the first and second stories south of said line shall be used for such purpose as may be designated by the House of Representatives. ( June 6, 1900 31 Stat. 719  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 190b of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062  2183. Protection of buildings and property  The Sergeants at Arms of the Senate and of the House of Representatives are authorized to make such regulations as they may deem necessary for preserving the peace and securing the Capitol from defacement, and for the protection of the public property therein, and they shall have power to arrest and detain any person violating such regulations, until such person can be brought before the proper authorities for trial. (R.S.  1820.)  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 193 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 R.S.  1820 derived from acts Mar. 30, 1867, ch. 20,  2 15 Stat. 12 Apr. 29, 1876, ch. 86 19 Stat. 41  2184. Purchase of furniture or carpets for House or Senate  No furniture or carpets for either House shall be purchased without the written order of the chairman of the Committee on Rules and Administration, for the Senate, or without the written order of the chairman of the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives, for the House of Representatives. (R.S.  1816; Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(2) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1748  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 170 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 R.S.  1816 derived from Res. Apr. 16, 1862 12 Stat. 617 Mar. 30, 1867, ch. 24,  2 15 Stat. 13 July 20, 1868, ch. 177,  1 15 Stat. 115 Mar. 3, 1869, ch. 121,  1 15 Stat. 283 Mar. 3, 1871, ch. 114,  1 16 Stat. 500 Aug. 15, 1876, ch. 287 19 Stat. 147 Provision of R.S.  1816 relating to repairs of Capitol is classified to section 1814 of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 1946Act Aug. 2, 1946 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 1946 Amendment Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  142 60 Stat. 834 Jan. 2, 1947 60 Stat. 839 Jan. 3, 1947  2185. Estimates for improvements in grounds  All changes and improvements in the Capitol grounds, including approaches to the Capitol, shall be estimated for in detail, showing what modifications are proposed and the estimate cost of the same. ( Mar. 3, 1883, ch. 143 22 Stat. 621  Editorial Notes Codification Section was classified to section 173 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on act Mar. 3, 1883 Similar Provisions Enlargement of the Capitol grounds by the acquisition of certain squares in the city of Washington, provided by the following Sundry Civil Appropriation Acts for the fiscal years 1911, 1912, 1913, and 1914. June 23, 1913, ch. 3 38 Stat. 44 Aug. 24, 1912, ch. 355 37 Stat. 454 Mar. 4, 1911, ch. 285 36 Stat. 1414 June 25, 1910, ch. 384 36 Stat. 738  2186. Square 580 landscape maintenance  For fiscal year 2016 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Architect of the Capitol, in consultation with the District of Columbia, is authorized to maintain and improve the landscape features, excluding streets, in Square 580 up to the beginning of I395. ( Pub. L. 114113, div. I, title II,  206 Dec. 18, 2015 129 Stat. 2672  Editorial Notes Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation act: Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title II,  206 Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2542 CHAPTER 31 CAPITOL VISITOR CENTER    SUBCHAPTER IIN GENERAL  Sec.  2201. Designation of facility as Capitol Visitor Center; purposes of facility; treatment of the Capitol Visitor Center.  2202. Designation and naming within the Capitol Visitor Center.  2203. Use of the Emancipation Hall of the Capitol Visitor Center.  SUBCHAPTER IIOFFICE OF THE CAPITOL VISITOR CENTER  2211. Establishment.  2212. Appointment and supervision of Chief Executive Officer for Visitor Services.  2213. General duties of Chief Executive Officer.  2214. Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer.  2215. Gift Shop.  2216. Food service operations.  SUBCHAPTER IIICAPITOL VISITOR CENTER REVOLVING FUND  2231. Establishment and accounts.  2232. Deposits in the Fund.  2233. Use of monies.  2234. Administration of Fund.  SUBCHAPTER IVCAPITOL GUIDE SERVICE AND OFFICE OF CONGRESSIONAL ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES  Part ACapitol Guide Service  2241. Transfer of Capitol Guide Service.  2242. Duties of employees of Capitol Guide Service.  Part BOffice of Congressional Accessibility Services  2251. Office of Congressional Accessibility Services.  2252. Transfer from Capitol Guide Service.  Part CTransfer Date  2261. Transfer date.  SUBCHAPTER VMISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS  2271. Jurisdictions unaffected.  2272. Acceptance of volunteer services.  2273. Coins treated as gifts.  SUBCHAPTER VIAUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS  2281. Authorization of appropriations. SUBCHAPTER I IN GENERAL  2201. Designation of facility as Capitol Visitor Center; purposes of facility; treatment of the Capitol Visitor Center (a) Designation The facility authorized for construction under the heading Capitol Visitor Center under chapter 5 of title II of division B of the Omnibus Consolidated and Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1999 ( Public Law 105277 112 Stat. 2681569 (b) Purposes of the facility The Capitol Visitor Center shall be used (1) to provide enhanced security for persons working in or visiting the United States Capitol; (2) to improve the visitor experience by providing a structure that will afford improved visitor orientation and enhance the educational experience of those who have come to learn about the Congress and the Capitol; and (3) for other purposes as determined by Congress or the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives. (c) Treatment of the Capitol Visitor Center (1) Oversight The Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives shall have oversight of the Capitol Visitor Center. (2) Treatment of expansion space of the Senate and House of Representatives in the Capitol Visitor Center (A) Senate The expansion space of the Senate described as unassigned space under the heading Capitol Visitor Center under the heading ARCHITECT OF THE CAPITOL under title II of the Act entitled An Act making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2002 November 12, 2001 Public Law 10768 115 Stat. 588 (B) House of Representatives The expansion space of the House of Representatives described as unassigned space under the heading Capitol Visitor Center under the heading ARCHITECT OF THE CAPITOL under title II of the Act entitled An Act making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2002 November 12, 2001 Public Law 10768 115 Stat. 588 (d) Treatment of Congressional Auditorium and related adjacent areas (1) In general The Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives shall jointly prescribe regulations for the assignment of the space in the Capitol Visitor Center known as the Congressional Auditorium and the related adjacent areas. (2) Related adjacent areas The regulations under paragraph (1) shall include a designation of the areas that are related adjacent areas to the Congressional Auditorium. (e) Omitted (f) Exhibits for displays (1) In general (A) Loan agreements Subject to subparagraph (B), the Architect of the Capitol may enter into loan agreements to place historical objects for display in the Exhibition Hall of the Capitol Visitor Center. (B) Consultation and approval The Architect of the Capitol may exercise the authority under subparagraph (A) with respect to each loan agreement (i) after consultation with (I) the Senate Commission on Art; and (II) the House of Representatives Fine Arts Board; and (ii) subject to the approval of (I) the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate; and (II) the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives. (C) Effective date This paragraph shall take effect on December 3, 2008 (2) Omitted (3) Exceptions to exhibition prohibition Section 2134 of this title (A) (i) is directly related to the purpose of the Capitol Visitor Center under subsection (b)(2); (ii) is the subject of a loan agreement entered into by the Architect of the Capitol before December 2, 2008 (iii) has been approved by the Capitol Preservation Commission; or (B) is the subject of a loan agreement described under paragraph (1)(A). (4) Substitution of historical object A loan agreement described under paragraph (3)(A)(ii) may provide for the removal of an historical object from exhibition for preservation purposes and the substitution of that object with another historical object having a comparable educational purpose. ( Pub. L. 110437, title I,  101 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4984  Editorial Notes  References in Text Provisions under the heading Capitol Visitor Center in chapter 5 of title II of division B of Public Law 105277 112 Stat. 2681569 Provisions under the headings Capitol Visitor Center and ARCHITECT OF THE CAPITOL in title II of Public Law 10768 115 Stat. 588 Codification Section is comprised of section 101 of Pub. L. 110437 section 101 of Pub. L. 110437 section 2165 of this title section 101 of Pub. L. 110437 section 2134 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Short Title Pub. L. 110437,  1(a) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4983 This Act [enacting this chapter, amending sections 130e, 1301, 1331, 1341, and 2134 of this title and sections 2107 and 5379 of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees, repealing sections 1806, 1807, 1825, 2165, and 2166 of this title, enacting provisions set out as notes under sections 1301 and 1831 of this title, and amending provisions set out as a note under section 1831 of this title  2202. Designation and naming within the Capitol Visitor Center (a) In general Except as provided under subsection (b), no part of the Capitol Visitor Center may be designated or named without the approval of (1) not less than 34 of all members on the Capitol Preservation Commission who are members of the Democratic party; and (2) not less than 34 of all members on the Capitol Preservation Commission who are members of the Republican party. (b) Exception Subsection (a) shall not apply to any room or space under the jurisdiction of the Senate or the House of Representatives. ( Pub. L. 110437, title I,  102 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4986  2203. Use of the Emancipation Hall of the Capitol Visitor Center  The Emancipation Hall of the Capitol Visitor Center may not be used for any event, except upon the passage of a resolution agreed to by both houses of Congress authorizing the use of the Emancipation Hall for that event. ( Pub. L. 110437, title I,  103 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4986 SUBCHAPTER II OFFICE OF THE CAPITOL VISITOR CENTER  2211. Establishment  There is established within the Office of the Architect of the Capitol the Office of the Capitol Visitor Center (in this chapter referred to as the Office), to be headed by the Chief Executive Officer for Visitor Services (in this chapter referred to as the Chief Executive Officer). ( Pub. L. 110437, title II,  201 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4986  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 110437 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4983 section 2201 of this title  2212. Appointment and supervision of Chief Executive Officer for Visitor Services (a) Appointment The Chief Executive Officer shall be appointed by the Architect of the Capitol. (b) Supervision and oversight The Chief Executive Officer shall report directly to the Architect of the Capitol and shall be subject to oversight by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives. (c) Removal Upon removal of the Chief Executive Officer, the Architect of the Capitol shall immediately provide notice of the removal to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, and the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate. The notice shall include the reasons for the removal. (d) Compensation The Chief Executive Officer shall be paid at an annual rate of pay equal to the annual rate of pay of the Deputy Architect of the Capitol. (e) Transition for current Chief Executive Officer for Visitor Services (1) Appointment The individual who serves as the Chief Executive Officer for Visitor Services under section 1806 of this title October 20, 2008 (2) Omitted ( Pub. L. 110437, title II,  202 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4986  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 1806 of this title Pub. L. 110437, title II,  202(e)(2) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4987 Codification Section is comprised of section 202 of Pub. L. 110437 section 202 of Pub. L. 110437 section 1806 of this title  2213. General duties of Chief Executive Officer (a) Administration of facilities, services, and activities (1) In general Except to the extent otherwise provided in this chapter, the Chief Executive Officer shall be responsible for (A) the operation, management, and budget preparation and execution of the Capitol Visitor Center, including all long term planning and daily operational services and activities provided within the Capitol Visitor Center; and (B) in accordance with sections 2241 and 2242 of this title, the management of guided tours of the interior of the United States Capitol. (2) Independent budget consideration (A) In general The Architect of the Capitol, upon recommendation of the Chief Executive Officer, shall submit the proposed budget for the Office for a fiscal year in the proposed budget for that year for the Office of the Architect of the Capitol (as submitted by the Architect of the Capitol to the President). The proposed budget for the Office shall be considered independently from the other components of the proposed budget for the Architect of the Capitol. (B) Exclusion of costs of general maintenance and repair of Visitor Center In preparing the proposed budget for the Office under subparagraph (A), the Chief Executive Officer shall exclude costs attributable to the activities and services described under section 2271(b) of this title (b) Personnel, disbursements, and contracts In carrying out this chapter, the Architect of the Capitol shall have the authority to, upon recommendation of the Chief Executive Officer (1) appoint, hire, and fix the compensation of such personnel as may be necessary for operations of the Office, except that no employee may be paid at an annual rate in excess of the maximum rate payable for level 15 of the General Schedule; (2) disburse funds as may be necessary and available for the needs of the Office (consistent with the requirements of section 2233 of this title (3) designate an employee of the Office to serve as contracting officer for the Office, subject to subsection (c). (c) Requiring approval of certain contracts The Architect of the Capitol may not enter into a contract for the operations of the Capitol Visitor Center for which the amount involved exceeds $250,000 without the prior approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives. (d) Semiannual reports The Chief Executive Officer shall submit a report to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives not later than 45 days following the close of each semiannual period ending on March 31 or September 30 of each year on the financial and operational status during the period of each function under the jurisdiction of the Chief Executive Officer. Each such report shall include financial statements and a description or explanation of current operations, the implementation of new policies and procedures, and future plans for each function. ( Pub. L. 110437, title II,  203 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4987  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in subsecs. (a)(1) and (b), was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 110437 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4983 section 2201 of this title The General Schedule, referred to in subsec. (b)(1), is set out under section 5332 of Title 5  2214. Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer (a) In general The Architect of the Capitol shall (1) upon recommendation of the Chief Executive Officer, appoint an assistant who shall perform the responsibilities of the Chief Executive Officer during the absence or disability of the Chief Executive Officer, or during a vacancy in the position of the Chief Executive Officer; and (2) notwithstanding section 2213(b)(1) of this title 1 1 (b) Transition for current Assistant Chief Executive Officer (1) Appointment The individual who serves as the assistant under section 1807 of this title October 20, 2008 (2) Omitted ( Pub. L. 110437, title II,  204 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4988  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 1807 of this title Pub. L. 110437, title II,  204(b)(2) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4988 Codification Section is comprised of section 204 of Pub. L. 110437 section 204 of Pub. L. 110437 section 1807 of this title  2215. Gift Shop (a) Establishment The Architect of the Capitol, acting through the Chief Executive Officer, shall establish a Capitol Visitor Center Gift Shop within the Capitol Visitor Center for the purpose of providing for the sale of gift items. All moneys received from sales and other services by the Capitol Visitor Center Gift Shop shall be deposited in the Capitol Visitor Center Revolving Fund established under section 2231 of this title (b) Exception to prohibition of sale or solicitation on Capitol grounds Section 5104(c) of title 40 ( Pub. L. 110437, title II,  205 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4988  2216. Food service operations (a) Restaurant, catering, and vending The Architect of the Capitol, acting through the Chief Executive Officer, shall establish within the Capitol Visitor Center a restaurant and other food service facilities, including catering services and vending machines. (b) Contract for food service operations (1) In general The Architect of the Capitol, acting through the Chief Executive Officer, may enter into a contract for food service operations within the Capitol Visitor Center. (2) Existing contract unaffected Nothing in paragraph (1) shall be construed to affect any contract for food service operations within the Capitol Visitor Center in effect on October 20, 2008 (c) Deposits All net profits from the food service operations within the Capitol Visitor Center and all commissions received from the contractor for such food service operations shall be deposited in the Capitol Visitor Center Revolving Fund established under section 2231 of this title (d) Exception to prohibition of sale or solicitation on Capitol grounds Section 5104(c) of title 40 ( Pub. L. 110437, title II,  206 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4988 SUBCHAPTER III CAPITOL VISITOR CENTER REVOLVING FUND  2231. Establishment and accounts There is established in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund to be known as the Capitol Visitor Center Revolving Fund (in this section referred to as the Fund), consisting of the following individual accounts: (1) The Gift Shop Account. (2) The Miscellaneous Receipts Account. ( Pub. L. 110437, title III,  301 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4989  2232. Deposits in the Fund (a) Gift Shop Account There shall be deposited in the Gift Shop Account all monies received from sales and other services by the gift shop established under section 2215 of this title (b) Miscellaneous Receipts Account There shall be deposited in the Miscellaneous Receipts Account each of the following (together with any interest accrued on balances in the Account): (1) Any amounts deposited under section 2216(c) of this title (2) Any other receipts received from the operation of the Capitol Visitor Center. (3) Any amounts described under section 2273(d) of this title ( Pub. L. 110437, title III,  302 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4989  2233. Use of monies (a) Gift Shop Account (1) In general All monies in the Gift Shop Account shall be available without fiscal year limitation for disbursement by the Architect of the Capitol, upon recommendation of the Chief Executive Officer, in connection with the operation of the gift shop under section 2215 of this title (2) Use of remaining funds To the extent monies in the Gift Shop Account are available after disbursements and reimbursements are made under paragraph (1), the Architect of the Capitol, upon recommendation of the Chief Executive Officer, may disburse such monies for the operation of the Capitol Visitor Center, after consultation with (A) the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives; and (B) the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate. (b) Miscellaneous Receipts Account All monies in the Miscellaneous Receipts Account shall be available without fiscal year limitation for disbursement by the Architect of the Capitol, upon recommendation of the Chief Executive Officer, for the operations of the Capitol Visitor Center, after consultation with (1) the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives; and (2) the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate. ( Pub. L. 110437, title III,  303 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4989  2234. Administration of Fund (a) Disbursements Disbursements from the Fund may be made by the Architect of the Capitol, upon recommendation of the Chief Executive Officer. (b) Investment authority The Secretary of the Treasury shall invest any portion of the Fund that, as determined by the Architect of the Capitol, upon recommendation of the Chief Executive Officer, is not required to meet current expenses. Each investment shall be made in an interest-bearing obligation of the United States or an obligation guaranteed both as to principal and interest by the United States that, as determined by the Architect of the Capitol, upon recommendation of the Chief Executive Officer, has a maturity date suitable for the purposes of the Fund. The Secretary of the Treasury shall credit interest earned on the obligations to the Fund. (c) Audit The Fund shall be subject to audit by the Comptroller General at the discretion of the Comptroller General. ( Pub. L. 110437, title III,  304 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4990 SUBCHAPTER IV CAPITOL GUIDE SERVICE AND OFFICE OF CONGRESSIONAL ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES Part A Capitol Guide Service  2241. Transfer of Capitol Guide Service (a) Transfer of authorities and personnel to Office of the Capitol Visitor Center In accordance with the provisions of this subchapter, effective on the transfer date (1) the Capitol Guide Service shall be an office within the Office; (2) the contracts, liabilities, records, property, appropriations, and other assets and interests of the Capitol Guide Service, established under section 2166 of this title (3) the Capitol Guide Service shall be subject to the direction of the Architect of the Capitol, upon recommendation of the Chief Executive Officer, in accordance with this part. (b) Treatment of employees of Capitol Guide Service at time of transfer (1) In general Any individual who is an employee of the Capitol Guide Service on a non-temporary basis on the transfer date who is transferred to the Office under subsection (a) shall be subject to the authority of the Architect of the Capitol under section 2242(b) of this title (2) Eligibility for immediate retirement on basis of involuntary separation For purposes of section 8336(d) and section 8414(b) of title 5 (A) the individual has completed 25 years of service under such title; or (B) the individual has completed 20 years of service under such title and is 50 years of age or older. (c) Exception for Congressional Special Services Office This section does not apply with respect to any employees, contracts, liabilities, records, property, appropriations, and other assets and interests of the Congressional Special Services Office of the Capitol Guide Service that are transferred to the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services under part B. ( Pub. L. 110437, title IV,  401 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4990  Editorial Notes  References in Text This subchapter, referred to in subsec. (a), was in the original this title, meaning title IV of Pub. L. 110437 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4990 Section 2166 of this title Pub. L. 110437, title IV,  422(a) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4996  2242. Duties of employees of Capitol Guide Service (a) Provision of guided tours (1) Tours In accordance with this section, the Capitol Guide Service shall provide without charge guided tours of the interior of the United States Capitol, including the Capitol Visitor Center, for the education and enlightenment of the general public. (2) Acceptance of fees prohibited An employee of the Capitol Guide Service shall not charge or accept any fee, or accept any gratuity, for or on account of the official services of that employee. (3) Regulations of the Architect of the Capitol All such tours shall be conducted in compliance with regulations approved by the Architect of the Capitol, upon recommendation of the Chief Executive Officer. (b) Authority of the Architect of the Capitol In providing for the direction, supervision, and control of the Capitol Guide Service, the Architect of the Capitol, upon recommendation of the Chief Executive Officer, is authorized to (1) subject to the availability of appropriations, establish and revise such number of positions of Guide in the Capitol Guide Service as the Architect of the Capitol considers necessary to carry out effectively the activities of the Capitol Guide Service; (2) appoint, on a permanent basis without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform their duties, a Chief Guide and such deputies as the Architect of the Capitol considers appropriate for the effective administration of the Capitol Guide Service and, in addition, such number of Guides as may be authorized; (3) with the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, with respect to the individuals appointed under paragraph (2) (A) prescribe the individuals duties and responsibilities; and (B) fix, and adjust from time to time, respective rates of pay at single per annum (gross) rates; (4) with respect to the individuals appointed under paragraph (2), take appropriate disciplinary action, including, when circumstances warrant, suspension from duty without pay, reduction in pay, demotion, or termination of employment with the Capitol Guide Service, against any employee who violates any provision of this section or any regulation prescribed by the Architect of the Capitol under paragraph (8); (5) prescribe a uniform dress, including appropriate insignia, which shall be worn by personnel of the Capitol Guide Service; (6) from time to time and as may be necessary, procure and furnish such uniforms to such personnel without charge to such personnel; (7) receive and consider advice and information from any private historical or educational organization, association, or society with respect to those operations of the Capitol Guide Service which involve the furnishing of historical and educational information to the general public; and (8) with the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, prescribe such regulations as the Architect of the Capitol considers necessary and appropriate for the operation of the Capitol Guide Service, including regulations with respect to tour routes and hours of operation, number of visitors per guide, staff-led tours, and non-law enforcement security and special event related support. (c) Provision of accessible tours in coordination with Office of Congressional Accessibility Services The Chief Executive Officer shall coordinate the provision of accessible tours for individuals with disabilities with the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services established under part B. (d) Detail of personnel The Architect of the Capitol shall detail personnel of the Capitol Guide Service based on a request from the Capitol Police Board to assist the United States Capitol Police by providing ushering and informational services, and other services not directly involving law enforcement, in connection with (1) the inauguration of the President and Vice President of the United States; (2) the official reception of representatives of foreign nations and other persons by the Senate or House of Representatives; or (3) other special or ceremonial occasions in the United States Capitol or on the United States Capitol Grounds that (A) require the presence of additional Government personnel; and (B) cause the temporary suspension of the performance of regular duties. (e) Effective date This section shall take effect on the transfer date. ( Pub. L. 110437, title IV,  402 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4991 Part B Office of Congressional Accessibility Services  2251. Office of Congressional Accessibility Services (a) Omitted (b) Specific functions The Director of Accessibility Services shall submit to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives a list of the specific functions that the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services will perform in carrying out this part with the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives. The Director of Accessibility Services shall submit the list not later than 30 days after the transfer date. (c) Transition for current Director The individual who serves as the head of the Congressional Special Services Office as of October 20, 2008 section 2172 of this title ( Pub. L. 110437, title IV,  411 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4993  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of section 411 of Pub. L. 110437 section 411 of Pub. L. 110437 section 2172 of this title  2252. Transfer from Capitol Guide Service (a) Transfer of authorities and personnel of Congressional Special Services Office of Capitol Guide Service In accordance with the provisions of this subchapter, effective on the transfer date (1) the contracts, liabilities, records, property, appropriations, and other assets and interests of the Congressional Special Services Office of the Capitol Guide Service, and the employees of such Office, are transferred to the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services established under section 2172(a) of this title section 2251 of this title (2) the employees of such Office shall be subject to the direction, supervision, and control of the Director of Accessibility Services. (b) Treatment of employees at time of transfer (1) In general Any individual who is an employee of the Congressional Special Services Office of the Capitol Guide Service on a non-temporary basis on the transfer date who is transferred under subsection (a) shall be subject to the authority of the Director of Accessibility Services under section 2172(b) of this title section 2251 of this title section 2172(a) of this title section 2251 of this title (2) Eligibility for immediate retirement on basis of involuntary separation For purposes of section 8336(d) and section 8414(b) of title 5 (A) the individual has completed 25 years of service under such title; or (B) the individual has completed 20 years of service under such title and is 50 years of age or older. (3) Prohibiting imposition of probationary period The Director of Accessibility Services may not impose a period of probation with respect to the transfer of any individual who is transferred to the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services under subsection (a). ( Pub. L. 110437, title IV,  412 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4995  Editorial Notes  References in Text This subchapter, referred to in subsec. (a), was in the original this title, meaning title IV of Pub. L. 110437 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4990 Part C Transfer Date  2261. Transfer date  In this subchapter, the term transfer date means the date occurring on the first day of the first pay period (applicable to employees transferred under section 2241 of this title October 20, 2008 ( Pub. L. 110437, title IV,  421 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4996  Editorial Notes  References in Text This subchapter, referred to in text, was in the original this title, meaning title IV of Pub. L. 110437 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4990 SUBCHAPTER V MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS  2271. Jurisdictions unaffected (a) Security jurisdiction unaffected Nothing in this chapter granting any authority to the Architect of the Capitol or Chief Executive Officer shall be construed to affect the exclusive jurisdiction of the Capitol Police, the Capitol Police Board, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, and the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives to provide security for the Capitol, including the Capitol Visitor Center. (b) Architect of the Capitol jurisdiction unaffected (1) In general Nothing in this chapter granting any authority to the Chief Executive Officer shall be construed to affect the exclusive jurisdiction of the Architect of the Capitol for the care and superintendence of the Capitol Visitor Center. All maintenance services, groundskeeping services, improvements, alterations, additions, and repairs for the Capitol Visitor Center shall be made under the direction and supervision of the Architect, subject to the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the House Office Building Commission as to matters of general policy. (2) Omitted ( Pub. L. 110437, title V,  501 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4997  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 110437 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4983 section 2201 of this title Codification Section is comprised of section 501 of Pub. L. 110437 section 501 of Pub. L. 110437 section 1825 of this title  2272. Acceptance of volunteer services  Notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31 1 1 ( Pub. L. 110437, title V,  503 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4997  2273. Coins treated as gifts (a) Definition In this section, the term covered grounds means (1) the grounds described under section 5102 of title 40 (2) the Capitol Buildings defined under section 5101 of title 40 (3) the Library of Congress buildings and grounds described under section 167j of this title (b) Treatment of coins In the case of any coins in any fountains on covered grounds (1) such coins shall be treated as gifts to the United States; and (2) the Architect of the Capitol shall (A) collect such coins at such times and in such manner as the Architect determines appropriate; and (B) except as provided under subsection (c), deposit the collected coins in accordance with subsection (d). (c) Cost reimbursement Any amount collected under this section shall first be used to reimburse the Architect of the Capitol for any costs incurred in the collection and processing of the coins, and maintaining fountains under the jurisdiction of the Architect of the Capitol. The amount of any such reimbursement is appropriated to the account from which such costs were paid and may be used for any authorized purpose of that account. (d) Deposit of coins The Architect of the Capitol shall deposit coins collected under this section in the Miscellaneous Receipts Account of the Capitol Visitor Center Revolving Fund established under section 2231 of this title (e) Authorized use and availability Amounts deposited in the Miscellaneous Receipts Account of the Capitol Visitor Center Revolving Fund under this section shall be available as provided under section 2233(b) of this title ( Pub. L. 110437, title V,  504 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4998 Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  131 Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 516  Editorial Notes Amendments 2022Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 117103 SUBCHAPTER VI AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS  2281. Authorization of appropriations  There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as are necessary to carry out this chapter. ( Pub. L. 110437, title VI,  601 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4999  Editorial Notes  References in Text This chapter, referred to in text, was in the original this Act, meaning Pub. L. 110437 Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4983 section 2201 of this title CHAPTER 41 CONGRESSIONAL OFFICERS AND ADMINISTRATION    SUBCHAPTER IGENERAL  Sec.  4101. Authority of officers of Congress over Congressional employees.  4102. Purchase of supplies for Senate and House.  4103. Contracts to furnish property, supplies, or services to Congress; terms varying from those offered other entities of Federal Government.  4104. American goods to be preferred in purchases for Senate and House.  4105. Purchase of paper, envelopes, etc., for stationery rooms of Senate and House.  4106. Stationery rooms of House and Senate; specification of classes of articles purchasable.  4107. Withdrawal of unexpended balances of appropriations.  4108. Semiannual statements of expenditures by Secretary of Senate and Chief Administrative Officer of House.  4109. Detailed reports of receipts and expenditures by Secretary of Senate and Chief Administrative Officer of House.  4110. Monuments to deceased Senators or House Members.  4111. Annual report by Comptroller General of the United States on cybersecurity and surveillance threats to Congress.  4112. Requirement for information sharing agreements.  SUBCHAPTER IIATTENDING PHYSICIAN  4121. Monies received by Attending Physician from sale of prescription drugs or other sources; deposit of receipts.  4122. Deposit of fees for services by Office of Attending Physician; availability of amounts deposited.  4123. Authority of Attending Physician in response to medical contingencies or public health emergencies at Capitol.  SUBCHAPTER IIIRECORDING AND PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIOS  4131. House Recording Studio; Senate Recording Studio and Senate Photographic Studio.  4132. Senate Recording Studio and Senate Photographic Studio as successors to Senate Recording and Photographic Studios; rules, regulations, and fees for photographs and photographic services. SUBCHAPTER I GENERAL  4101. Authority of officers of Congress over Congressional employees (a) Qualifications determinations; removal and discipline Each officer of the Congress having responsibility for the supervision of employees, including employees appointed upon recommendation of Members of Congress, shall have authority (1) to determine, before the appointment of any individual as an employee under the supervision of that officer of the Congress, whether that individual possesses the qualifications necessary for the satisfactory performance of the duties and responsibilities to be assigned to him; and (2) to remove or otherwise discipline any employee under his supervision. (b) Officer of the Congress defined As used in this section, the term officer of the Congress means (1) an elected officer of the Senate or House of Representatives who is not a Member of the Senate or House; and (2) The Architect of the Capitol. ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  431 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1190  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 601 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  4102. Purchase of supplies for Senate and House  Supplies for use of the Senate and the House of Representatives may be purchased in accordance with the schedule of contract articles and prices of the Administrator of General Services. ( June 5, 1920, ch. 253,  1 41 Stat. 1036 June 10, 1933 June 30, 1949, ch. 288 63 Stat. 380  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 111 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Transfer of Functions Bureau of Federal Supply and its functions and duties transferred to Administrator of General Services by act June 30, 1949 Executive Documents  Transfer of Functions Effective Jan. 1, 1947 Ex. Ord. No. 6166, abolished General Supply Committee of Treasury Department and vested it in Procurement Division. Public Buildings Branch of Procurement Division was in turn changed to Public Buildings Administration to be within Federal Works Agency by Reorg. Plan No. I,  301, 303, eff. July 1, 1939 53 Stat. 1426  4103. Contracts to furnish property, supplies, or services to Congress; terms varying from those offered other entities of Federal Government  Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary in any contract which is entered into by any person and either the Administrator of General Services or a contracting officer of any executive agency and under which such person agrees to sell or lease to the Federal Government (or any one or more entities thereof) any unit of property, supplies, or services at a specified price or under specified terms and conditions (or both), such person may sell or lease to the Congress the same type of such property, supplies, or services at a unit price or under terms and conditions (or both) which are different from those specified in such contract; and any such sale or lease of any unit or units of such property, supplies, or services to the Congress shall not be taken into account for the purpose of determining the price at which, or the terms and conditions under which, such person is obligated under such contract to sell or lease any unit of such property, supplies, or services to any entity of the Federal Government other than the Congress. For purposes of the preceding sentence, any sale or lease of property, supplies, or services to the Senate (or any office or instrumentality thereof) or to the House of Representatives (or any office or instrumentality thereof) shall be deemed to be a sale or lease of such property, supplies, or services to the Congress. ( Pub. L. 9863, title I,  903(a) July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 336  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 111b of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1983. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 9863, title I,  903(b) July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 336 The provisions of this section [enacting this section] shall take effect with respect to sales or leases of property, supplies, or services to the Congress after the date of enactment of this section [ July 30, 1983 Sale or Lease of Property, Supplies, or Services to Congressional Budget Office Deemed Sale or Lease to Congress Sale or lease of property, supplies, or services to the Congressional Budget Office deemed a sale or lease of such property, supplies, or services to the Congress, see section 605 of this title  4104. American goods to be preferred in purchases for Senate and House  The Secretary of the Senate and the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall, in disbursing the public moneys for the use of the two Houses, respectively, purchase only articles the growth and manufacture of the United States, provided the articles required can be procured of such growth and manufacture upon as good terms as to quality and price as are demanded for like articles of foreign growth and manufacture. (R.S.  69; Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(57) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1738  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 109 of this title R.S.  69 derived from act June 17, 1844, ch. 105,  1 5 Stat. 681 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186  4105. Purchase of paper, envelopes, etc., for stationery rooms of Senate and House  Paper, envelopes, and blank books required by the stationery rooms of the Senate and House of Representatives for sale to Senators and Members for official use may be purchased from the Director of the Government Publishing Office at actual cost thereof and payment therefor shall be made before delivery. ( June 5, 1920, ch. 253,  1 41 Stat. 1036 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1301(d) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2537  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 110 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Stationery room of House of Representatives redesignated Office Supply Service. Director of the Government Publishing Office substituted for Public Printer in text on authority of section 1301(d) of Pub. L. 113235 section 301 of Title 44  4106. Stationery rooms of House and Senate; specification of classes of articles purchasable  The Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, respectively, shall make and issue regulations specifying the classes of articles which may be purchased by or through the stationery rooms of the House and Senate. ( May 13, 1926, ch. 294,  2 44 Stat. 552 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(65) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1739  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 119 of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 1946Act Aug. 2, 1946 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Stationery room of House of Representatives redesignated Office Supply Service. Effective Date of 1946 Amendment Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  142 60 Stat. 834 Jan. 2, 1947  4107. Withdrawal of unexpended balances of appropriations  Notwithstanding the provisions of any other law, the unexpended balances of appropriations for the fiscal year 1955 and succeeding fiscal years which are subject to disbursement by the Secretary of the Senate or the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall be withdrawn as of June 30 of the second fiscal year following the year for which provided, except that the unexpended balances of such appropriations for the period commencing on July 1, 1976 September 30, 1976 October 1, 1976 ( Pub. L. 8558 June 21, 1957 71 Stat. 190 Pub. L. 94303, title I,  118(a) June 1, 1976 90 Stat. 615 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(53) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1737  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 102a of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 1976 Pub. L. 94303 July 1, 1976 Sept. 30, 1976 Oct. 1, 1976  4108. Semiannual statements of expenditures by Secretary of Senate and Chief Administrative Officer of House (1) Commencing with the semiannual period beginning on July 1, 1964 December 31, 1964 1 1 2 2 section 3523(a) of title 31 1 (2) The report by the Secretary of the Senate under paragraph (1) for the semiannual period beginning on January 1, 1976 July 1, 1976 September 30, 1976 September 30, 1976 (3) The report requirement relating to quantity, as contained in subparagraph (2) of paragraph (1), does not apply with respect to the Senate. (4) Each report by the Secretary of the Senate required by paragraph (1) shall contain a separate summary of Senate accounts statement for each office of the Senate authorized to obligate appropriated funds, including each Senators office, each officer of the Senate, and each committee of the Senate. The summary of Senate accounts statement shall include (A) the total amount of appropriations made available or allocated to the office; (B) any supplemental appropriation, transfer of funds, or rescission and the effect of such action on the appropriation or allocation to the office; (C) total expenses incurred for salary and office expenses; and (D) the unexpended balance. (5) (A) Notwithstanding the requirements of paragraph (1) relating to the level of detail of statement and itemization, each report by the Secretary of the Senate required under such paragraph shall be compiled at a summary level for each office of the Senate authorized to obligate appropriated funds. (B) Subparagraph (A) shall not apply to the reporting of expenditures relating to personnel compensation, travel and transportation of persons, other contractual services, and acquisition of assets. (C) In carrying out this paragraph the Secretary of the Senate shall apply the Standard Federal Object Classification of Expenses as the Secretary determines appropriate. (6) Beginning with the report covering the first full semiannual period of the 112th Congress, the Secretary of the Senate (1) shall publicly post on-line on the website of the Senate each report in a searchable, itemized format as required under this section; (2) shall issue each report required under this section in electronic form; and (3) may issue each report required under this section in other forms at the discretion of the Secretary of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 88454,  105(a) Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 550 Pub. L. 88656 Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1088 Pub. L. 94303, title I,  118(b)(1) June 1, 1976 90 Stat. 615 Pub. L. 102392, title I,  6 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1707 Pub. L. 103283, title I,  3(a) July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1426 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(54) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1738 Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  1(a)] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  2 Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2026  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 102 of this title Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(52) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1737 Sections 103 and 104 of this title, referred to in par. (1), were omitted from the Code. Codification Section was formerly classified to section 104a of this title In par. (1),  section 3523(a) of title 31 31 U.S.C. 67(a) Pub. L. 97258,  4(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1067 Section is based on the first paragraph of section 105(a) of Pub. L. 88454 Pub. L. 97258,  5(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1068 section 3523 of Title 31 Amendments 2009Par. (1). Pub. L. 11168,  2(1) Par. (6). Pub. L. 11168,  2(2) 2004Par. (1). Pub. L. 108271 2000Par. (5). Pub. L. 106554 1996Par. (1). Pub. L. 104186 1994Par. (4). Pub. L. 103283 1992Par. (3). Pub. L. 102392 1976 Pub. L. 94303 1964 Pub. L. 88656 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2000 Amendment Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  1(b)] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763  (1)  In general Subject to paragraph (2), the amendment made by this section [amending this section] shall take effect on the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 21, 2000 (2)  First report after enactment The Secretary of the Senate may elect to compile and submit the report for the semiannual period during which the date of enactment of this section occurs, as if the amendment made by this section had not been enacted. Effective Date of 1994 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 103283 Oct. 1, 1994 section 3(c) of Pub. L. 103283 section 504 of this title Termination of Reporting Requirements For termination, effective May 15, 2000 section 3003 of Pub. L. 10466 section 1113 of Title 31 Inapplicability of Section to House of Representatives Provisions of this section requiring submission and printing of statements and reports not applicable to the House of Representatives, see section 5535(e) of this title  4109. Detailed reports of receipts and expenditures by Secretary of Senate and Chief Administrative Officer of House  The Secretary of the Senate and the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, respectively, shall report to Congress on the first day of each regular session, and at the expiration of their terms of service, a full and complete statement of all their receipts and expenditures as such officers, showing in detail the items of expense, classifying them under the proper appropriations, and also showing the aggregate thereof, and exhibiting in a clear and concise manner the exact condition of all public moneys by them received, paid out, and remaining in their possession as such officers. (R.S.  70; Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(60) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1738  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 113 of this title R.S.  70 derived from act July 15, 1870, ch. 302,  1 16 Stat. 365 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186  4110. Monuments to deceased Senators or House Members  Whenever any deceased Senator or Member of the House of Representatives shall be actually interred in the Congressional Cemetery, so-called, it shall be the duty of the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate, in the case of a Senator, and of the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives, in the case of a Member of the House, to have a monument erected, of granite, with suitable inscriptions, and the cost of the same shall be a charge upon and paid out either from the contingent funds of the Senate or of the House of Representatives, to whichever the deceased may have belonged, and any existing omissions of monuments or inscriptions, as aforesaid, are directed and authorized to be supplied in like manner. ( May 23, 1876, ch. 103 19 Stat. 54  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 51 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries National Trust Endowment for Care and Maintenance of Congressional Cemetery Pub. L. 105275, title II,  209 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2448  (a)  Grant for Care and Maintenance of Congressional Cemetery In order to assist in the perpetual care and maintenance of the historic Congressional Cemetery, the Architect of the Capitol shall make a grant to the National Trust for Historic Preservation (hereafter in this section referred to as the National Trust) in accordance with an agreement entered into by the Architect of the Capitol with the National Trust and the Association for the Preservation of Historic Congressional Cemetery (hereafter in this section referred to as the Association) which contains the terms and conditions described in subsection (b) and such other provisions as the Architect may deem necessary or desirable for the implementation of this section or for the protection of the interests of the Federal Government. (b)  Terms and Conditions of Agreement The terms and conditions described in this subsection are as follows: (1) Upon receipt of the amounts provided under the grant made under subsection (a), the National Trust shall deposit the amounts in a permanently restricted account in its endowment and shall administer, invest, and manage such grant funds in the same manner as other National Trust endowment funds. (2) The National Trust shall make distributions to the Association from the amounts deposited in the endowment pursuant to paragraph (1), in accordance with its regularly established spending rate, for the care and maintenance of the Cemetery (other than the cost of personnel), except that the National Trust may only make such distributions incrementally and proportionately upon receipt by the National Trust of contributions from the Association which incrementally match the amounts provided under the grant made under subsection (a) and which are to be added to the permanently restricted account described in paragraph (1). (3) The Association shall use such distributions from the endowment and the match for the care and maintenance of Congressional Cemetery, except that the Association may not use such distributions for nonroutine restoration or capital projects. (4) The Association, or any successor thereto, shall maintain adequate records and accounts of all financial transactions and operations carried out with such distributions, and such records shall be available at all times for audit and investigation by the Architect of the Capitol and the Comptroller General. (c)  No Title in United States Nothing in this section shall be construed to vest title to the Congressional Cemetery in the United States. Congressional Cemetery; Restoration and Preservation; Grants to the Association for the Preservation of Historic Congressional Cemetery Pub. L. 97245 Aug. 26, 1982 96 Stat. 313  That the Congress finds and declares that (1) sections of the Congressional Cemetery in the District of Columbia are of national historic significance, including those areas in which John Philip Sousa, Matthew Brady, J. Edgar Hoover, several former Members of the United States Senate and House of Representatives, and many other persons of historical importance and interest are buried; and (2) the physical condition of these areas and related portions of the cemetery has deteriorated to the extent that restoration is necessary to protect and preserve the historical values of these areas. Sec. 2. In order to assist in the restoration and preservation of the historic values of the Congressional Cemetery, the Architect of the Capitol is authorized and directed to make grants to the Association for the Preservation of Historic Congressional Cemetery, Washington, District of Columbia, to be used for a program of restoration and preservation (but not routine maintenance) of the cemetery to be carried out under terms and conditions to be prescribed by the Architect of the Capitol. The Association shall maintain adequate records and accounts of all financial transactions and operations carried out under such program, and such records shall be available at all times for audit and investigation by the Architect or the Comptroller General of the United States. Nothing in this Act shall be construed to vest title to the Congressional Cemetery in the United States. Sec. 3. There is authorized to be appropriated $300,000 for grants to be made under section 2 of this Act, such sums to remain available until expended. Sec. 4. No authority under this Act to make payments shall be effective except to the extent and in such amounts as provided in advance in appropriations Acts.  4111. Annual report by Comptroller General of the United States on cybersecurity and surveillance threats to Congress (a) Annual report required Not later than 180 days after December 20, 2019 (b) Statistics Each report submitted under subsection (a) shall include statistics on cyber attacks and other incidents of espionage or surveillance targeted against Senators or the immediate families or staff of the Senators, and Representatives, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner, or the immediate families or staff of the Representatives, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner, in which the nonpublic communications and other private information of such targeted individuals were lost, stolen, or otherwise subject to unauthorized access. (c) Consultation In preparing a report to be submitted under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall consult with the Director of National Intelligence, the Secretary of Homeland Security, the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives, and the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. (d) Form The report under subsection (a), including the contents of the report in subsection (b), shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex to protect sources and methods and any appropriate redactions of personally identifiable information. ( Pub. L. 11692, div. E, title LVII,  5710 Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2170  Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Definitions For definition of congressional intelligence committees as used in this section, see section 5003 of div. E of Pub. L. 11692 section 3003 of Title 50  4112. Requirement for information sharing agreements (a) Short title This section may be cited as the Intragovernmental Cybersecurity and Counterintelligence Information Sharing Act. (b) Findings Congress finds the following: (1) The legislative branch, as a separate and equal branch of the United States Government, is a target of adversary cyber actors and intelligence services. (2) The legislative branch relies on the executive branch to provide timely and urgent tactical and operational information to ensure that Congress can protect the constitutional officers, personnel, and facilities of Congress and the institution of Congress more broadly. (3) The legislative branch currently is not receiving this information in a timely manner nor as a matter of course. (c) Definitions In this section (1) the term congressional leadership means (A) the Majority and Minority Leader of the Senate with respect to an agreement with the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate or the Secretary of the Senate; and (B) the Speaker and Minority Leader of the House of Representatives with respect to an agreement with the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives or the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives; and (2) the terms cybersecurity threat and security vulnerability have the meanings given those terms in section 650 of title 6 1 1 (d) Requirement (1) Designation (A) In general Not later than 30 days after December 23, 2022 (i) an individual appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to serve as a single point of contact to the legislative branch on matters related to tactical and operational cybersecurity threats and security vulnerabilities; and (ii) an individual appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to serve as a single point of contact to the legislative branch on matters related to tactical and operational counterintelligence. (B) Coordination The individuals designated by the President under subparagraph (A) shall coordinate with appropriate Executive agencies (as defined in section 105 of title 5 (2) Information sharing agreements (A) In general Not later than 90 days after December 23, 2022 (i) the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate with respect to cybersecurity information sharing, subject to the approval of congressional leadership and in consultation with the chairman and the ranking minority member of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate; (ii) the Secretary of the Senate with respect to counterintelligence information sharing, subject to the approval of congressional leadership and in consultation with the chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate; (iii) the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives with respect to cybersecurity information sharing, subject to the approval of the chair of the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives and in consultation with the ranking minority member of the committee and congressional leadership; and (iv) the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives with respect to counterintelligence information sharing, subject to the approval of the chair of the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives and in consultation with the ranking minority member of the committee and congressional leadership. (B) Purpose The agreements described in subparagraph (A) shall establish procedures for timely sharing of tactical and operational cybersecurity threat and security vulnerability information and planned or ongoing counterintelligence operations or targeted collection efforts with the legislative branch. (3) Implementation Not less frequently than semiannually during the 3-year period beginning on December 23, 2022 (e) Elements (1) In general The parties to an information sharing agreement under subsection (d)(2) shall jointly develop such elements of the agreement as the parties find appropriate, which (A) with respect to an agreement covered by subsection (d)(2)(A)(i) or (ii), shall, at a minimum, include the applicable elements specified in paragraph (2); and (B) with respect to an agreement covered by subsection (d)(2)(A)(iii) or (iv), may include the applicable elements specified in paragraph (2). (2) Elements specified The elements specified in this paragraph are (A) direct and timely sharing of technical indicators and contextual information on cyber threats and security vulnerabilities, and the means for such sharing; (B) direct and timely sharing of counterintelligence threats and vulnerabilities, including trends of counterintelligence activity, and the means for such sharing; (C) identification, by position, of the officials at the operational and tactical level responsible for daily management of the agreement; (D) the ability to seat cybersecurity personnel of the Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate or the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives at cybersecurity operations centers within the executive branch; and (E) any other elements the parties find appropriate. ( Pub. L. 117263, div. G, title LXXII,  7201 Dec. 23, 2022 136 Stat. 3665  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 5171 of this division, referred to in subsec. (c)(2), probably should be a reference to section 7143(b)(1) of div. G of Pub. L. 117263 section 650 of Title 6 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on Oversight and Reform of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Oversight and Accountability of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Eighteenth Congress, Jan. 9, 2023 SUBCHAPTER II ATTENDING PHYSICIAN  4121. Monies received by Attending Physician from sale of prescription drugs or other sources; deposit of receipts  On November 21, 1989 Office of the Attending Physician Revolving Fund 89 Stat. 283 ( Pub. L. 101163, title I Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1051  Editorial Notes  References in Text The first undesignated paragraph under the center heading  Office of the Attending Physician Revolving Fund Pub. L. 9459 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117g of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1990, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1990.  4122. Deposit of fees for services by Office of Attending Physician; availability of amounts deposited (a) There is established a subaccount in the appropriation account for salaries and expenses of the House of Representatives for the deposit of fees received from Members and officers of the House of Representatives for services provided to such Members and officers by the Office of the Attending Physician. The amounts so deposited shall be available, subject to appropriation, for the operations of the Office of the Attending Physician. (b) This section shall take effect at the beginning of the first month after October 1992. ( Pub. L. 102392, title I,  104 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1710  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117h of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1993, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1993.  4123. Authority of Attending Physician in response to medical contingencies or public health emergencies at Capitol (a) In general The Attending Physician to Congress shall have the authority and responsibility for overseeing and coordinating the use of medical assets in response to a bioterrorism event and other medical contingencies or public health emergencies occurring within the Capitol Buildings or the United States Capitol Grounds. This shall include the authority to enact quarantine and to declare death. These actions will be carried out in close cooperation and communication with the Commissioner of Public Health, Chief Medical Examiner, and other Public Health Officials of the District of Columbia government. (b) Definitions In this section (1) the term Capitol Buildings has the meaning given such term in section 5101 of title 40 (2) the term United States Capitol Grounds has the meaning given such term in section 5102(a) of title 40 (c) Effective date Subsection (a) shall take effect on January 23, 2004 January 23, 2004 ( Pub. L. 108199, div. H,  151 Jan. 23, 2004 118 Stat. 448  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 121g of this title SUBCHAPTER III RECORDING AND PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIOS  4131. House Recording Studio; Senate Recording Studio and Senate Photographic Studio (a) Establishment There is established the House Recording Studio, the Senate Recording Studio, and the Senate Photographic Studio. (b) Assistance in making disk, film, and tape recordings; exclusiveness of use The House Recording Studio shall assist Members of the House of Representatives in making disk, film, and tape recordings, and in performing such other functions and duties in connection with the making of such recordings as may be necessary. The Senate Recording Studio and the Senate Photographic Studio shall assist Members of the Senate and committees of the Senate in making disk, film, and tape recordings, and in performing such other functions and duties in connection with the making of such recordings as may be necessary. The House Recording Studio shall be for the exclusive use of Members of the House of Representatives (including the Delegates and the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico); the Senate Recording Studio and the Senate Photographic Studio shall be for the exclusive use of Members of the Senate, the Vice President, committees of the Senate, the Secretary of the Senate, and the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate. (c) Operation of studios The House Recording Studio shall be operated by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives under the direction and control of a committee which is created (hereinafter referred to as the committee) composed of three Members of the House. Two members of the committee shall be from the majority party and one member shall be from the minority party, to be appointed by the Speaker. The committee is authorized to issue such rules and regulations relating to operation of the House Recording Studio as it may deem necessary. The Senate Recording Studio and the Senate Photographic Studio shall be operated by the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate under the direction and control of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. The Committee on Rules and Administration is authorized to issue such rules and regulations relating to operation of the Senate Recording Studio and the Senate Photographic Studio as it may deem necessary. (d) Prices of disk, film, and tape recordings; collection of moneys The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall, subject to the approval of the committee, set the price of making disk, film, and tape recordings, and collect all moneys owed the House Recording Studio. The Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate shall set the price of making disk, film, and tape recordings and all moneys owed the Senate Recording Studio and the Senate Photographic Studio shall be collected by the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate. (e) Restrictions on expenditures No moneys shall be expended or obligated for the House Recording Studio except as shall be pursuant to such regulations as the committee may approve. No moneys shall be expended or obligated by the Director of the Senate Recording Studio or the Director of the Senate Photographic Studio until approval therefor has been obtained from the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate. (f) Appointment of Director and other employees of House Recording Studio The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives is authorized, subject to the approval of the committee, to appoint a Director of the House Recording Studio and such other employees as are deemed necessary to the operation of the House Recording Studio. (g) Revolving funds There is established in the Treasury of the United States, a revolving fund for the House Recording Studio for the purposes of administering the duties of that studio. There is also established in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund, within the contingent fund of the Senate, which shall be known as the Senate Photographic Studio Revolving Fund, for the purpose of administering the duties of the Senate Photographic Studio; and there is established in the Treasury of the United States, a revolving fund, within the contingent fund of the Senate, which shall be known as the Senate Recording Studio Revolving Fund, for the purpose of administering the duties of the Senate Recording Studio. (h) Deposits in funds; availability of funds All moneys received by the House Recording Studio from Members of the House of Representatives for disk, film, or tape recordings, or from any other source, shall be deposited by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives in the revolving fund established for the House Recording Studio by the preceding paragraph; moneys in such fund shall be available for disbursement therefrom by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives for the care, maintenance, operation, and other expenses of the studio upon vouchers signed and approved in such manner as the committee shall prescribe. All moneys received by the Senate Recording Studio shall be deposited in the Senate Recording Studio Revolving Fund established by subsection (g) and all funds received by the Senate Photographic Studio shall be deposited in the Senate Photographic Studio Revolving Fund established by such subsection; moneys in the Senate Recording Studio Revolving Fund shall be available for disbursement therefrom upon vouchers signed by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate for the care, maintenance, operation, and other expenses of the Senate Recording Studio, and moneys in the Senate Photographic Studio Revolving Fund shall be available for disbursement therefrom upon vouchers signed by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate for the care, maintenance, operation, and other expenses of the Senate Photographic Studio. (i) Distribution of equity of Joint Senate and House Recording Facility Revolving Fund; assignment of existing studio facilities, equipment, materials and supplies; transfer of accounts; reserve fund; distribution of balance (1) As soon as practicable after June 27, 1956 September 30, 1956 (2) The Sergeant at Arms of the Senate and the Clerk of the House of Representatives shall, subject to the approval of the committees mentioned in subsection (c) hereof, determine the assignment of existing studio facilities to the Senate and the House of Representatives, and also the existing equipment, materials and supplies to be transferred to the respective studios. The evaluation of equipment, materials and supplies transferred to each studio shall be on the basis of market value. Any other equipment, materials and supplies determined to be obsolete or not needed for the operation of the respective studio shall be disposed of to the best interest of the Government and the proceeds thereof deposited in the Joint Senate and House Recording Facility Revolving Fund. (3) Accounts receivable, which on the effective date of liquidation, are due from Members and committees of the Senate shall be transferred to the Senate Studio, and those due from Members and committees of the House of Representatives shall be transferred to the House Studio. (4) A sufficient reserve shall be set aside from the Joint Senate and House Recording Facility Revolving Fund to liquidate any outstanding accounts payable. (5) After appropriate adjustments for the value of assets assigned or transferred to the Senate and House of Representatives, respectively, the balance in the Joint Senate and House Recording Facility Revolving Fund shall be distributed equally to the Senate and House of Representatives for deposit to the respective revolving funds authorized by this section. (j) Availability of existing services and facilities Pending acquisition of the stock, supplies, materials, and equipment necessary to properly equip both studios, the present services and facilities shall be made available to both studios in order that each studio may carry out its duty. (k) Restrictions on employment No person shall be an officer or employee of the House Recording Studio, Senate Recording Studio, or Senate Photographic Studio while he is engaged in any other business, profession, occupation, or employment which involves the performance of duties which are similar to those which would be performed by him as such an officer or employee of such studio unless approved in writing by the committee in the case of the House Recording Studio and the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration in the case of the Senate Recording Studio and the Senate Photographic Studio. (l) Abolition of Joint Recording Facility positions and salaries The Joint Recording Facility positions and salaries established pursuant to the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1948, and all subsequent Acts are abolished. (m) Repeals Effective with the completion of the transfer provided for by subsection (i) hereof the joint resolution entitled Joint resolution establishing in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund within the contingent fund of the House of Representatives, approved August 7, 1953 (n) Repealed. Pub. L. 92310, title II,  220(j) June 6, 1972 86 Stat. 205 (o) Authorization of appropriations Such sums as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this section are authorized to be appropriated. ( June 27, 1956, ch. 453,  105 70 Stat. 370 Pub. L. 88652,  16(a) Oct. 13, 1964 78 Stat. 1084 Pub. L. 92310, title II,  220(j) June 6, 1972 86 Stat. 205 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  108(a) July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 890 Pub. L. 97257, title I,  102 Sept. 10, 1982 96 Stat. 849 Pub. L. 101520, title I,  7(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2258 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(68) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1740  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 123b of this title Amendments 1996Subsecs. (c), (d), (f). Pub. L. 104186,  204(68)(A) Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 104186,  204(68)(B) Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 104186,  204(68)(A) 1990Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 101520,  7(a) Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 101520,  7(c) 1982Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 97257 1972Subsec. (n). Pub. L. 92310 1964Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 88652 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name General Accounting Office redesignated Government Accountability Office by section 8 of Pub. L. 108271 section 702 of Title 31 Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Pub. L. 101520, title I,  7(b) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2259 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect on April 1, 1991 Pub. L. 101520, title I,  7(c) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2259 Apr. 1, 1991 Effective Date of 1964 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 88652 Jan. 1, 1965 section 17 of Pub. L. 88652 section 291 of this title  Transfer of Functions References to Senate Recording Studio and Senate Photographic Studio substituted for Senate Recording and Photographic Studios wherever appearing in text pursuant to section 108(a) of Pub. L. 96304 section 7(d) of Pub. L. 101520 section 4132(a) of this title section 108(a) of Pub. L. 96304 Appropriations Acts as Determining Extent of Availability of Funds and Accounts Pub. L. 10453, title I,  107 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 522  (a) Each fund and account specified in subsection (b) shall be available only to the extent provided in appropriations Acts. (b) The funds and accounts referred to in subsection (a) are (1) the revolving fund for the House Barber Shops, established by the paragraph under the heading  House Barber Shops Revolving Fund Public Law 93554 88 Stat. 1776 (2) the revolving fund for the House Beauty Shop, established by the matter under the heading  house beauty shop Public Law 91145 83 Stat. 347 (3) the special deposit account established for the House of Representatives Restaurant by section 208 of the First Supplemental Civil Functions Appropriation Act, 1941 ( 40 U.S.C. 174k 40 U.S.C. 174k (4) the revolving fund established for the House Recording Studio by section 105(g) of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1957 ( 2 U.S.C. 123b(g) 2 U.S.C. 4131(g) (c) This section shall take effect on October 1, 1995  4132. Senate Recording Studio and Senate Photographic Studio as successors to Senate Recording and Photographic Studios; rules, regulations, and fees for photographs and photographic services (a) The entity, in the Senate, known (prior to April 1, 1991 1 1 April 1, 1991 (b) (1) The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate shall, subject to the approval of the majority and minority leaders, promulgate rules and regulations, and establish fees, for the provision of photographs and photographic services to be furnished by the Photographic Studio. (2) Omitted. ( Pub. L. 96304, title I,  108 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 890 Pub. L. 101520, title I,  7(d) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2259  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 123b1 of this title Words prior to April 1, 1991 section 7(d) of Pub. L. 101520 Subsec. (b)(2), which authorized the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to appoint and fix the compensation of not more than 15 employees to carry out the functions of the Photographic Studio and provided that the Secretary of the Senate make payments of compensation, etc., of such personnel from certain funds appropriated for the Senate, was omitted in view of section 6597 of this title Oct. 1, 1981 Amendments 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101520 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Pub. L. 101520, title I,  7(d) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2259 Apr. 1, 1991 CHAPTER 43 CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEES    SUBCHAPTER IGENERAL  Sec.  4301. Committee staffs.  4302. Maximum annual rate of compensation of Chief of Staff of Joint Committee on Taxation.  4303. Preparation and contents of statement of appropriations.  SUBCHAPTER IIHOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES  4311. Approval of employment and compensation of committee employees by House standing committees.  4312. Regulations governing availability of appropriations for House committee employees.  4313. Adjustment of House of Representatives allowances by Committee on House Oversight.  4314. Limitation on allowance authority of Committee on House Oversight.  4315. Overtime pay for FBI employees detailed to House Committee on Appropriations.  4316. Allowances for compensation of interns in House committee offices.  SUBCHAPTER IIISENATE  4331. Computation of compensation for stenographic assistance of committees payable from Senate contingent fund.  4332. Assistance to Senators with committee memberships by employees in office of Senator.  4333. Expenses of committees payable from Senate contingent fund.  4334. Availability of funds for franked mail expenses.  4335. Employment of civilian employees of executive branch of Government by Senate Committee on Appropriations; restoration to former position.  4336. Discretionary authority of Senate Committee on Appropriations.  4337. Transfer of funds by Chairman of Senate Committee on Appropriations.  4338. Designation by Senator who is Chairman or Vice Chairman of Senate Select Committee on Ethics of employee in office of that Senator to perform part-time service for Committee; amount reimbursable; procedure applicable. SUBCHAPTER I GENERAL  4301. Committee staffs (a) Appointment of professional members; number; qualifications; termination of employment Each standing committee of the Senate (other than the Committee on Appropriations) is authorized to appoint, by majority vote of the committee, not more than six professional staff members in addition to the clerical staffs. Such professional staff members shall be assigned to the chairman and the ranking minority member of such committee as the committee may deem advisable, except that whenever a majority of the minority members of such committee so request, two of such professional staff members may be selected for appointment by majority vote of the minority members and the committee shall appoint any staff members so selected. A staff member or members appointed pursuant to a request by the minority members of the committee shall be assigned to such committee business as such minority members deem advisable. Services of professional staff members appointed by majority vote of the committee may be terminated by a majority vote of the committee and services of professional staff members appointed pursuant to a request by the minority members of the committee shall be terminated by the committee when a majority of such minority members so request. Professional staff members authorized by this subsection shall be appointed on a permanent basis, without regard to political affiliation, and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of their respective positions. Such professional staff members shall not engage in any work other than committee business and no other duties may be assigned to them. (b) Professional members for Committee on Appropriations; examinations of executive agencies operation Subject to appropriations which it shall be in order to include in appropriation bills, the Committee on Appropriations of each House is authorized to appoint such staff, in addition to the clerk thereof and assistants for the minority, as each such committee, by a majority vote, shall determine to be necessary, such personnel, other than the minority assistants, to possess such qualifications as the committees respectively may prescribe, and the Committee on Appropriations of the House also is authorized to conduct studies and examinations of the organization and operation of any executive agency (including any agency the majority of the stock of which is owned by the Government of the United States) as it may deem necessary to assist it in connection with the determination of matters within its jurisdiction and in accordance with procedures authorized by the committee by a majority vote, including the rights and powers conferred by House Resolution Numbered 50, adopted January 9, 1945 (c) Clerical employees; appointment; number; duties; termination of employment The clerical staff of each standing committee of the Senate (other than the Committee on Appropriations), which shall be appointed by a majority vote of the committee, shall consist of not more than six clerks to be attached to the office of the chairman, to the ranking minority member, and to the professional staff, as the committee may deem advisable, except that whenever a majority of the minority members of such committee so requests, one of the members of the clerical staff may be selected for appointment by majority vote of such minority members and the committee shall appoint any staff member so selected. The clerical staff shall handle committee correspondence and stenographic work, both for the committee staff and for the chairman and ranking minority member on matters related to committee work, except that if a member of the clerical staff is appointed pursuant to a request by the minority members of the committee, such clerical staff member shall handle committee correspondence and stenographic work for the minority members of the committee and for any members of the committee staff appointed under subsection (a) pursuant to request by such minority members, on matters related to committee work. Services of clerical staff members appointed by majority vote of the committee may be terminated by majority vote of the committee and services of clerical staff members appointed pursuant to a request by the minority members of the committee shall be terminated by the committee when a majority of such minority members so request. (d) Recordation of committee hearings, data, etc.; access to records All committee hearings, records, data, charts, and files shall be kept separate and distinct from the congressional office records of the Member serving as chairman of the committee; and such records shall be the property of the Congress and all members of the committee and the respective Houses shall have access to such records. Each committee is authorized to have printed and bound such testimony and other data presented at hearings held by the committee. (e) Repealed. Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  477(a)(3) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1195 (f) Limitations on appointment of professional members No committee shall appoint to its staff any experts or other personnel detailed or assigned from any department or agency of the Government, except with the written permission of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate or the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives, as the case may be. (g) Appointments when no vacancy exists; payment from Senate contingent fund In any case in which a request for the appointment of a minority staff member under subsection (a) or subsection (c) is made at any time when no vacancy exists to which the appointment requested may be made (1) the person appointed pursuant to such a request under subsection (a) may serve in addition to any other professional staff members authorized by such subsection and may be paid from the contingent fund of the Senate until such time as such a vacancy occurs, at which time such person shall be considered to have been appointed to such vacancy; and (2) the person appointed pursuant to such a request under subsection (c) may serve in addition to any other clerical staff members authorized by such subsection and may be paid, until otherwise provided, from the contingent fund of the Senate. (h) Salary rates, assignment of facilities, and accessibility of committee records for minority staff appointees Staff members appointed pursuant to a request by minority members of a committee under subsection (a) or subsection (c), and staff members appointed to assist minority members of subcommittees pursuant to authority of Senate resolution, shall be accorded equitable treatment with respect to the fixing of salary rates, the assignment of facilities, and the accessibility of committee records. (i) Consultants for Senate and House standing committees; procurement of temporary or intermittent services; contracts; advertisement requirements inapplicable; selection method; qualifications report to Congressional committees (1) Each standing committee of the Senate or House of Representatives is authorized, with the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration in the case of standing committees of the Senate, or the Committee on House Oversight in the case of standing committees of the House of Representatives, within the limits of funds made available from the contingent fund of the Senate or the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives pursuant to resolutions which, in the case of the Senate, shall specify the maximum amounts which may be used for such purpose, approved by the appropriate House, to procure the temporary services (not in excess of one year) or intermittent services of individual consultants, or organizations thereof, to make studies or advise the committee with respect to any matter within its jurisdiction or with respect to the administration of the affairs of the committee. (2) Such services in the case of individuals or organizations may be procured by contract as independent contractors, or in the case of individuals by employment at daily rates of compensation not in excess of the per diem equivalent of the highest gross rate of compensation which may be paid to a regular employee of the committee. Such contracts shall not be subject to the provisions of section 6101 of title 41 (3) With respect to the standing committees of the Senate, any such consultant or organization shall be selected by the chairman and ranking minority member of the committee, acting jointly. With respect to the standing committees of the House of Representatives, the standing committee concerned shall select any such consultant or organization. The committee shall submit to the Committee on Rules and Administration in the case of standing committees of the Senate, and the Committee on House Oversight in the case of standing committees of the House of Representatives, information bearing on the qualifications of each consultant whose services are procured pursuant to this subsection, including organizations, and such information shall be retained by that committee and shall be made available for public inspection upon request. (j) Specialized training for professional staffs of Senate and House standing committees, Senate Appropriations Committee, Senate Majority and Minority Policy Committees, and joint committees whose funding is disbursed by Secretary of Senate or Chief Administrative Officer of House; assistance: pay, tuition, etc. while training; continued employment agreement; service credit: retirement, life insurance and health insurance (1) Each standing committee of the Senate or House of Representatives is authorized, with the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration in the case of standing committees of the Senate, and the committee involved in the case of standing committees of the House of Representatives, and within the limits of funds made available from the contingent fund of the Senate or the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives pursuant to resolutions, which, in the case of the Senate, shall specify the maximum amounts which may be used for such purpose, approved by the appropriate House, to provide assistance for members of its professional staff in obtaining specialized training, whenever that committee determines that such training will aid the committee in the discharge of its responsibilities. Any joint committee of the Congress whose expenses are paid out of funds disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate or by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, and the Majority Policy Committee and Minority Policy Committee of the Senate are each authorized to expend, for the purpose of providing assistance in accordance with paragraphs (2), (3), and (4) of this subsection for members of its staff in obtaining such training, any part of amounts appropriated to that committee. (2) Such assistance may be in the form of continuance of pay during periods of training or grants of funds to pay tuition, fees, or such other expenses of training, or both, as may be approved by the Committee on Rules and Administration or the Committee on House Administration, as the case may be. (3) A committee providing assistance under this subsection shall obtain from any employee receiving such assistance such agreement with respect to continued employment with the committee as the committee may deem necessary to assure that it will receive the benefits of such employees services upon completion of his training. (4) During any period for which an employee is separated from employment with a committee for the purpose of undergoing training under this subsection, such employee shall be considered to have performed service (in nonpay status) as an employee of the committee at the rate of compensation received immediately prior to commencing such training (including any increases in compensation provided by law during the period of training) for the purposes of (A) subchapter III (relating to civil service retirement) of chapter 83 of title 5, (B) chapter 87 (relating to Federal employees group life insurance) of title 5, and (C) chapter 89 (relating to Federal employees group health insurance) of title 5. ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 834 July 30, 1947, ch. 361 61 Stat. 611 Feb. 24, 1949, ch. 8 63 Stat. 6 Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568,  12 69 Stat. 509 Pub. L. 85462,  4 o June 20, 1958 72 Stat. 209 Pub. L. 88426, title II,  202(j) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 414 Pub. L. 91510, title III Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1175 Pub. L. 92136,  5 Oct. 11, 1971 85 Stat. 378 Pub. L. 100458, title III,  312 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2184 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(10) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1731 Pub. L. 10555, title I,  105(a) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1184  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 72a of this title In subsec. (i)(2),  section 6101 of title 41 41 U.S.C. 5 Pub. L. 111350,  6(c) Jan. 4, 2011 124 Stat. 3854 A former subsec. (k) authorized additional professional staff members and clerical employees for specific House committees. Committee staffs are now covered by the Rules of the House of Representatives. Former subsec. (k) was based on the following House resolutions which were enacted into permanent law: Subsec. (k)(1) was based on House Resolution No. 172 of the Eighty-first Congress, which was enacted into permanent law by act June 22, 1949, ch. 235,  105 63 Stat. 230 act Oct. 11, 1951, ch. 485,  105 65 Stat. 403 Subsec. (k)(2) was based on House Resolution No. 37 of the Eighty-second Congress, which was enacted into permanent law by act Oct. 11, 1951, ch. 485,  105 65 Stat. 403 Pub. L. 88454,  103 Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 550 Pub. L. 8990,  103 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 281 Pub. L. 89545,  103 Aug. 27, 1966 80 Stat. 369 Subsec. (k)(3) was based on House Resolution No. 554 of the Eighty-third Congress, which was enacted into permanent law by act July 2, 1954, ch. 455,  103 68 Stat. 409 act June 27, 1956, ch. 453,  103 70 Stat. 370 Pub. L. 8575,  103 July 1, 1957 71 Stat. 256 Pub. L. 85570,  103 July 31, 1958 72 Stat. 453 Pub. L. 87730,  103 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 693 Subsec. (k)(4) was based on House Resolution No. 28 of the Eighty-fifth Congress, which was enacted into permanent law by Pub. L. 8575,  103 July 1, 1957 71 Stat. 256 Pub. L. 87730,  103 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 693 Subsec. (k)(5) was based on House Resolution No. 239 of the Eighty-fifth Congress, which was enacted into permanent law by Pub. L. 85570,  103 July 31, 1958 72 Stat. 453 Pub. L. 88248,  103 Dec. 30, 1963 77 Stat. 817 Amendments 1997Subsec. (j)(1). Pub. L. 10555 Pub. L. 104186,  204(11) 1996Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 104186,  204(10)(A) Subsec. (i)(1). Pub. L. 104186,  204(10) Subsec. (i)(3). Pub. L. 104186,  204(10)(A) Subsec. (j)(1). Pub. L. 104186,  204(11) Pub. L. 10555,  105(a) 1988Subsec. (i)(1). Pub. L. 100458 1971Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 92136,  5(a) Subsec. (j)(1). Pub. L. 92136,  5(b) 1970Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 91510,  301(a) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 91510,  301(b) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 91510,  477(a)(3) Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 91510,  301(c) Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 91510,  301(c) Jan. 31, 1947 act July 1, 1946, ch. 530 60 Stat. 386 Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 91510,  303 Subsec. (j). Pub. L. 91510,  304 1964Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 88426 1958Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 85462 1955Subsec. (e). Act Aug. 5, 1955 1949Subsec. (g). Act Feb. 24, 1949 1947Subsec. (e). Act July 30, 1947 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 1997 Amendment Pub. L. 10555, title I,  105(b) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1184 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect as of August 20, 1996 Effective Date of 1971 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 92136 Jan. 3, 1971 section 9(a) of Pub. L. 92136 section 190d of this title Effective Date of 1970 Amendment Pub. L. 91510, title VI,  601 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1204  The foregoing provisions of this Act [see Tables for classification] shall take effect as follows: (1) Title I, title II (except part 2 thereof), title III (except section 203(d)(2), (d)(3), and (i) of the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946 [see Tables for classification], as amended by section 321 of this Act, and section 105(e) and (f) of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1968 [see Tables for classification], as amended by section 305 of this Act), and title IV, of this Act shall become effective immediately prior to noon on January 3, 1971 (2) Part 2 of title II shall be effective with respect to fiscal years beginning on or after July 1, 1972 (3) Section 203(d)(2) and (3) of the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946, as amended by section 321 of this Act, shall become effective at the close of the first session of the Ninety-second Congress. (4) Section 203(i) of the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946, as amended by section 321 of this Act, shall be effective with respect to fiscal years beginning on or after July 1, 1970 (5) Title V of this Act shall become effective on the date of enactment of this Act [ Oct. 26, 1970 (6) Section 105(e) and (f) of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1968, as amended by section 305 of this Act shall become effective on January 1, 1971 Effective Date of 1964 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 88426 July 1, 1964 section 501(c) of Pub. L. 88426 section 501 of Pub. L. 88426 Effective Date of 1958 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 85462 January 1, 1958 section 17(a) of Pub. L. 85462 Effective Date of 1955 Amendment Amendment by act Aug. 5, 1955 Aug. 1, 1955 Effective Date Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title II,  245 60 Stat. 839 This title [see Tables for classification] shall take effect on the date of its enactment [ Aug. 2, 1946 Jan. 3, 1947 Short Title Pub. L. 91510,  1 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1140 Pub. L. 91510 Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753,  1(a) 60 Stat. 812 Partial Repeal Section 2(a) of S. Res. 274, Ninety-sixth Congress, Nov. 14, 1979 Abolition of Additional Clerical Staff Positions Section 2(d) of Senate Resolution 281, Ninety-sixth Congress, approved March 11, 1980 February 28, 1981 November 14, 1979 Travel for Studies and Examinations of Executive Agencies Pub. L. 10453, title I,  105 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 521  (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, or any rule, regulation, or other authority, travel for studies and examinations under section 202(b) of the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946 ( 2 U.S.C. 72a(b) 2 U.S.C. 4301(b) (b) Subsection (a) shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Nov. 19, 1995 Staff Members; Reduction in Number; Selection for Minority Members Pub. L. 91510, title III,  301(d) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1177  Nothing in the amendments made by subsections (a) and (b) of this section [amending this section] shall be construed (1) to require a reduction in (A) the number of staff members authorized, prior to January 1, 1971 (B) the number of such staff members on such date assigned to, or authorized to be selected for appointment by or with the approval of, the minority members of any such committee; or (2) to authorize the selection for appointment of staff members by the minority members of a committee in any case in which two or more professional staff members or one or more clerical staff members, as the case may be, who are satisfactory to a majority of such minority members, are otherwise assigned to assist such minority members. Professional Staffs; Increase in Number Pub. L. 91510, title III,  301(e) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1177 The additional professional staff members authorized to be employed by a committee by the amendment made by subsection (a) of this section [amending this section] shall be in addition to any other additional staff members authorized, prior to January 1, 1971 Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate and House officers and employees under authority of Federal Salary Act of 1967 ( Pub. L. 90206 Pub. L. 91656 Pub. L. 100202 section 4571 of this title Reorganization of Committees and Personnel Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I 60 Stat. 814 Aug. 2, 1946 Jan. 2, 1947 Aug. 2, 1946 section 5101 of this title Office of Senate Security S. Res. 243, One Hundredth Congress, July 1, 1987 (b)(1) The Director shall be appointed by the Secretary after consultation with the Majority and Minority Leaders. The Secretary shall fix the compensation of the Director. Any appointment under this subsection shall be made solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the position and without regard to political affiliation. (2) The Director, with the approval of the Secretary, and after consultation with the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, may establish such policies and procedures as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this resolution. Commencing one year from the effective date of this resolution, the Director shall submit an annual report to the Majority and Minority Leaders and the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Committee on Rules and Administration on the status of security matters and the handling of classified information in the Senate, and the progress of the Office in achieving the mandates of this resolution.  Sec (b) The Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate may each designate a Majority staff assistant and a Minority staff assistant to serve as their liaisons to the Office. Upon such designation, the Secretary shall appoint and fix the compensation of the Majority and Minority liaison assistants.  Sec (1) the receipt, control, transmission, storage, destruction or other handling of classified information addressed to the United States Senate, the President of the Senate, or Members and employees of the Senate; (2) the processing of security clearance requests and renewals for officers and employees of the Senate; (3) establishing and maintaining a current and centralized record of security clearances held by officers and employees of the Senate, and developing recommendations for reducing the number of clearances held by such employees; (4) consulting and presenting briefings on security matters and the handling of classified information for the benefit of Members and employees of the Senate; (5) maintaining an active liaison on behalf of the Senate, or any committee thereof, with all departments and agencies of the United States on security matters; and (6) conducting periodic review of the practices and procedures employed by all offices of the Senate for the handling of classified information. (b) Within 180 days after the Director takes office, he shall develop, after consultation with the Secretary, a Senate Security Manual, to be printed and distributed to all Senate offices. The Senate Security Manual will prescribe the policies and procedures of the Office, and set forth regulations for all other Senate offices for the handling of classified information. (c) Within 90 days after taking office, the Director shall conduct a survey to determine the number of officers and employees of the Senate that have security clearances and report the findings of the survey to the Majority and Minority Leaders and Secretary of the Senate together with recommendations regarding the feasibility of reducing the number of employees with such clearances. (d) The Office shall have authority (1) to provide appropriate facilities in the United States Capitol for hearings of committees of the Senate at which restricted data or other classified information is to be presented or discussed; (2) to establish and operate a central repository in the United States Capitol for the safeguarding of classified information for which the Office is responsible; which shall include the classified records, transcripts, and materials of all closed sessions of the Senate; and (3) to administer and maintain oaths of secrecy under paragraph (2) of rule XXIX of the Standing Rules of the Senate and to establish such procedures as may be necessary to implement the provisions of such paragraph.  Sec  Sec July 10, 1987 (b) This resolution shall take effect on July 11, 1987 S. Res. 229, One Hundredth Congress, June 5, 1987 Authorization of Appropriations Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title II,  244 60 Stat. 839 All necessary funds required to carry out the provisions of this Act [see Tables for classification], by the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House, are hereby authorized to be appropriated.  4302. Maximum annual rate of compensation of Chief of Staff of Joint Committee on Taxation  The maximum annual rate of compensation of the Chief of Staff of the Joint Committee on Taxation shall not exceed the greater of $173,900 or the rate of pay in effect for such position under an order issued by the Speaker of the House of Representatives pursuant to the authority of section 4532 of this title ( Pub. L. 90206, title II,  214(e) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 636 Pub. L. 103437,  2(a) Nov. 2, 1994 108 Stat. 4581 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(b)(4) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2778  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a2 of this title Amendments 2019 Pub. L. 11694 section 4532 of this title 1994 Pub. L. 103437 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date Section effective as of beginning of first pay period which begins on or after Oct. 1, 1967 section 220(a)(2) of Pub. L. 90206 section 5332 of Title 5  Cross References Compensation of Legislative Counsel of House of Representatives, see section 282b of this title  4303. Preparation and contents of statement of appropriations  The statement of all appropriations made during each session of Congress shall be prepared under the direction of the Committees on Appropriations of the Senate and House of Representatives, and said statement shall contain a chronological history of the regular appropriation bills passed during the session for which it is prepared. The statement shall indicate the amount of contracts authorized by appropriation Acts in addition to appropriations made therein, and shall also contain specific reference to all indefinite appropriations made each session and shall contain such additional information concerning estimates and appropriations as the committees may deem necessary. ( Oct. 19, 1888, ch. 1210,  1 25 Stat. 587 July 19, 1897, ch. 9 30 Stat. 136 June 7, 1924, ch. 303,  1 43 Stat. 586  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 105 of this title SUBCHAPTER II HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES  4311. Approval of employment and compensation of committee employees by House standing committees  Standing committees of the House shall have authority to approve the employment and compensation of committee employees (other than special and select committee employees) from the effective date of the beginning of each Congress, or such subsequent date as their service commenced. ( Pub. L. 87130,  103 Aug. 10, 1961 75 Stat. 334  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 72a1b of this title Section is based on House Resolution No. 16, Eighty-seventh Congress, Jan. 3, 1961 Pub. L. 87130 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for House officers and employees under authority of Federal Salary Act of 1967 ( Pub. L. 90206 Pub. L. 91656 Pub. L. 100202  4312. Regulations governing availability of appropriations for House committee employees  Appropriations for committee employees shall be available in such amounts and under such regulations as may be approved by the Committee on House Oversight for compensation of employees of the standing committees of the House of Representatives, except the Committee on Appropriations. ( July 17, 1947, ch. 262 61 Stat. 367 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(12) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1731  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 72b of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  4313. Adjustment of House of Representatives allowances by Committee on House Oversight (a) In general Subject to the provision of law specified in subsection (b), the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives may, by order of the Committee, fix and adjust the amounts, terms, and conditions of, and other matters relating to, allowances of the House of Representatives within the following categories: (1) For Members of the House of Representatives, the Members Representational Allowance, including all aspects of official mail within the jurisdiction of the Committee under section 503 of this title (2) For committees, the Speaker, the Majority and Minority Leaders, the Clerk, the Sergeant at Arms, and the Chief Administrative Officer, allowances for official mail (including all aspects of official mail within the jurisdiction of the Committee under section 503 of this title (b) Provision specified The provision of law referred to in subsection (a) is section 4314 of this title (c) Member of the House of Representatives defined As used in this section, the term Member of the House of Representatives means a Representative in, or a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress. ( Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 636 Pub. L. 104186, title I,  102 Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1719 Pub. L. 10657, title I,  103(a)(4)(A) Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 415  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 57 of this title Section is based on House Resolution No. 457, Ninety-second Congress, July 21, 1971 Pub. L. 92184 Amendments 1999Subsec. (a)(1), (2). Pub. L. 10657 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 1999 Amendment Pub. L. 10657, title I,  103(c) Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 416 The amendments made by this section [amending this section and sections 503 and 5321 of this title] shall apply with respect to the first session of the One Hundred Sixth Congress and each succeeding session of Congress. Clerk Hire Allowance; Increase Pub. L. 101520, title I,  104 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2262  4314. Limitation on allowance authority of Committee on House Oversight (a) In general An order under the provision of law specified in subsection (c) may fix or adjust the allowances of the House of Representatives only by reason of (1) a change in the price of materials, services, or office space; (2) a technological change or other improvement in office equipment; or (3) an increase under section 5303 of title 5 (b) Resolution requirement In the case of reasons other than the reasons specified in paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of subsection (a), the fixing and adjustment of the allowances of the House of Representatives in the categories described in the provision of law specified in subsection (c) may be carried out only by resolution of the House of Representatives. (c) Provision specified The provision of law referred to in subsections (a) and (b) is section 4313 of this title ( Pub. L. 94440, title II,  101 Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1448 Pub. L. 104186, title I,  103 Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1720  Editorial Notes  References in Text The General Schedule, referred to in subsec. (a)(3), is set out under section 5332 of Title 5 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 57a of this title Section is based on House Resolution No. 1372,  1, Ninety-fourth Congress, July 1, 1976 Pub. L. 94440 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  4315. Overtime pay for FBI employees detailed to House Committee on Appropriations  The Federal Bureau of Investigation, notwithstanding any other provision of law, may in any fiscal year pay all administrative uncontrollable overtime accrued by its employees while on detail to the Committee on Appropriations. ( Pub. L. 103283, title I July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1430  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified as a note under section 72a of this title  4316. Allowances for compensation of interns in House committee offices (a) Establishment of allowances There are established for the House of Representatives the following allowances: (1) An allowance which shall be available for the compensation of interns who serve in offices of a standing, special, or select committee of the House (other than the Committee on Appropriations). (2) An allowance which shall be available for the compensation of interns who serve in offices of the Committee on Appropriations. (b) Benefit exclusion Section 5321(b) of this title (c) Definitions In this section, the term intern, with respect to a committee of the House, has the meaning given such term with respect to a Member of the House of Representatives in section 5321(c)(2) of this title (d) Omitted (e) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section such sums as may be necessary for fiscal year 2022 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  113 Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 510  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of section 113 of div. I of Pub. L. 117103 section 113 of div. I of Pub. L. 117103 section 5507 of this title SUBCHAPTER III SENATE  4331. Computation of compensation for stenographic assistance of committees payable from Senate contingent fund  Compensation for stenographic assistance of committees paid out of the items under Contingent Expenses of the Senate on and after June 27, 1956 ( June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 360  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 68c of this title  4332. Assistance to Senators with committee memberships by employees in office of Senator (1) Designation A Senator may designate employees in his office to assist him in connection with his membership on committees of the Senate. An employee may be designated with respect to only one committee. (2) Certification; professional staff privileges An employee designated by a Senator under this section shall be certified by him to the chairman and ranking minority member of the committee with respect to which such designation is made. Such employee shall be accorded all privileges of a professional staff member (whether permanent or investigatory) of such committee including access to all committee sessions and files, except that any such committee may restrict access to its sessions to one staff member per Senator at a time and require, if classified material is being handled or discussed, that any staff member possess the appropriate security clearance before being allowed access to such material or to discussion of it. Nothing contained in this paragraph shall be construed to prohibit a committee from adopting policies and practices with respect to the application of this section which are similar to the policies and practices adopted with respect to the application of section 705(c)(1) 1 1 1 (3) Termination A Senator shall notify the chairman and ranking minority member of a committee whenever a designation of an employee under this section with respect to such committee is terminated. ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  111(c) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 662  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 705(c)(1) of Senate Resolution 4, 95th Congress, referred to in par. (2), which was not classified to the Code, was repealed by Pub. L. 9594, title I,  111(e)(2) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 663 Section 72a1d(c)(1) of this title Pub. L. 9594, title I,  111(e)(1) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 663 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 72a1e of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1978, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1978. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 9594, title I,  111(f) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 663 This section, and the amendments made by subsection (d) and the repeals made by subsection (e) [enacting this section, amending section 4575 of this title section 4575 of this title section 72a1d of this title October 1, 1977  4333. Expenses of committees payable from Senate contingent fund  When any duty is imposed upon a committee involving expenses that are ordered to be paid out of the contingent fund of the Senate, upon vouchers to be approved by the chairman of the committee charged with such duty, the receipt of such chairman for any sum advanced to him or his order out of said contingent fund by the Secretary of the Senate for committee expenses not involving personal services shall be taken and passed by the accounting officers of the Government as a full and sufficient voucher; but it shall be the duty of such chairman, as soon as practicable, to furnish to the Secretary of the Senate vouchers in detail for the expenses so incurred. ( Mar. 3, 1879, ch. 183 20 Stat. 419 June 10, 1921, ch. 18 42 Stat. 24 June 22, 1949, ch. 235,  101 63 Stat. 218  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 69 of this title Amendments 1949Act June 22, 1949 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Transfer of Functions Act June 10, 1921  4334. Availability of funds for franked mail expenses  Funds in the account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, available for the expenses of inquiries and investigations shall be available for franked mail expenses incurred by committees of the Senate the other expenses of which are paid from that account. ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  6(b) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1181  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 691 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1998, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1998. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 10555, title I,  6(c) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1181 This section [enacting this section] is effective for fiscal years beginning on and after October 1, 1997  4335. Employment of civilian employees of executive branch of Government by Senate Committee on Appropriations; restoration to former position  Whenever any person has left or leaves any civilian position in any department or agency in the executive branch of the Government in order to accept employment by the Senate Committee on Appropriations, he shall be carried on the rolls of such committee and shall be solely employed by such committee, and responsible only to it; but he shall be entitled upon making application to the Director of the Office of Personnel Management within thirty days after the termination of his employment by such committee (unless such employment is terminated for cause) to be restored to a position in the same or any other department or agency where an opening exists, comparable to the position which, according to the records of the department or agency which he left to accept employment by the Senate Committee on Appropriations or in the judgment of the Director of the Office of Personnel Management, such person would be occupying if he had remained in the employ of such department or agency during the time he was employed by such committee; and such person shall be restored to such position with the same seniority, status, and pay as if he had remained in the employ of the department or agency which he left, during such time. This section shall not be construed to require any person to be restored to a position in any department or agency after the expiration of the time for which he was appointed to the position which he left to accept employment by such committee. ( June 13, 1945, ch. 189,  1 59 Stat. 243 July 1, 1946, ch. 530 60 Stat. 392 Jan. 1, 1979 92 Stat. 3783  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 67a of this title Amendments 1946Act July 1, 1946 Executive Documents  Transfer of Functions Director of the Office of Personnel Management substituted in text for Civil Service Commission pursuant to Reorg. Plan No. 2 of 1978,  102, 43 F.R. 36037, 92 Stat. 3783 section 1101 of Title 5 Jan. 1, 1979 Dec. 28, 1978 section 1101 of Title 5  4336. Discretionary authority of Senate Committee on Appropriations (a) In general The Committee on Appropriations is authorized in its discretion (1) to hold hearings, report such hearings, and make investigations as authorized by paragraph 1 of rule XXVI of the Standing Rules of the Senate; (2) to make expenditures from the contingent fund of the Senate; (3) to employ personnel; (4) with the prior consent of the Government department or agency concerned and the Committee on Rules and Administration to use, on a reimbursable or nonreimbursable basis, the services of personnel of any such department or agency; (5) to procure the services of individual consultants, or organizations thereof (as authorized by section 4301(i) of this title May 14, 1975 (6) to provide for the training of the professional staff of such committee (under procedures specified by section 4301(j) of this title (b) Omitted (c) Effective date This section shall be effective on and after October 1, 1998 October 21, 1998 ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  10 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2435 Pub. L. 10955, title I,  6 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 568  Editorial Notes  References in Text Senate Resolution 140, agreed to May 14, 1975 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 72d of this title Section is comprised of section 10 of Pub. L. 105275 section 10 of Pub. L. 105275 Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1999, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1999. Amendments 2005Subsec. (a)(5). Pub. L. 10955 May 14, 1975  4337. Transfer of funds by Chairman of Senate Committee on Appropriations (a) In general (1) The Chairman of the Appropriations Committee of the Senate may, during any fiscal year, at his or her election transfer funds from the appropriation account for salaries for the Appropriations Committee of the Senate, to the account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, from which expenses are payable for such committee. (2) The Chairman of the Appropriations Committee of the Senate may, during any fiscal year, at his or her election transfer funds from the appropriation account for expenses, within the contingent fund of the Senate, for the Appropriations Committee of the Senate, to the account from which salaries are payable for such committee. (b) Availability of funds; times of transfer Any funds transferred under this section shall be (1) available for expenditure by such committee in like manner and for the same purposes as are other moneys which are available for expenditure by such committee from the account to which the funds were transferred; and (2) made at such time or times as the Chairman shall specify in writing to the Senate Disbursing Office. (c) Effective date This section shall take effect on October 1, 1998 ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  11 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2435  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 72d1 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1999, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1999.  4338. Designation by Senator who is Chairman or Vice Chairman of Senate Select Committee on Ethics of employee in office of that Senator to perform part-time service for Committee; amount reimbursable; procedure applicable  Notwithstanding any other provisions of law, a Senator who is the Chairman or Vice Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Ethics may designate one employee employed in his Senate office to perform part-time service for such Committee, and such Committee shall reimburse such Senator for such employees services for the Committee by transferring from the contingent fund of the Senate, upon vouchers approved by the Chairman of such Committee, to such Senators Administrative, Clerical, and Legislative Assistance Allowance, with respect to each pay period of such employee, an amount which bears the same ratio to such employees salary (but not more than one-half of such salary) for such period, as the portion of the time spent (or to be spent) by such employee in performing services for such Committee during such period bears to the total time for which such employee worked (or will work) during such period (as determined by the Chairman of such Committee) for such Committee and in such Senators office. Any funds transferred under authority of the preceding sentence to a Senators Administrative, Clerical, and Legislative Assistance 1 1 ( Pub. L. 98367, title I,  10 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 476  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 72a1f of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1985, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1985. CHAPTER 45 CONGRESSIONAL PAY AND BENEFITS    SUBCHAPTER IGENERAL  Part AAmount and Type  Sec.  4501. Compensation of Members of Congress.  4502. Appropriation of funds for compensation of Members of Congress and for administrative expenses at levels authorized by law and recommended by the President for Federal employees.  4503. Jury and witness service by Senate and House employees.  4504. Nonpay status for Congressional employees studying under Congressional staff fellowships.  4505. Voluntary separation incentive payments.  4506. Death gratuity payments as gifts.  4507. Longevity compensation.  4508. Longevity compensation for telephone operators on United States telephone exchange and members of Capitol Police paid by Chief Administrative Officer of House.  4509. Longevity compensation not applicable to individuals paid by Secretary of Senate; savings provision.  Part BAdministration  4521. Mode of payment.  4522. Deductions for withdrawal.  4523. Deductions for delinquent indebtedness.  4524. Withholding of charitable contributions from salaries paid by Secretary of Senate and from employees of Architect of Capitol.  SUBCHAPTER IIHOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES  Part AAmount and Type  4531. House of Representatives pay adjustments; action by Chief Administrative Officer of House.  4532. Rates of compensation disbursed by Chief Administrative Officer of House; adjustments by Speaker; Member of the House of Representatives defined.  4533. Single per annum gross rates of pay for employees.  4534. Obsolete references in existing law to basic pay rates.  4535. Saving provision.  4536. Student loan repayment program for House employees.  4537. Lump sum payment for accrued annual leave of House employees.  4538. Reimbursement of residential telecommunications expenses for House Members, officers, and employees.  Part BAdministration  4551. Day for paying salaries of the House of Representatives.  4552. Certificates to pay rolls of employees of House.  4553. Gratuities for survivors of deceased House employees; computation.  4554. Waiver by Speaker of House of claims of United States arising out of erroneous payments to officers or employees paid by Chief Administrative Officer of House.  4555. Withholding of State income tax by Chief Administrative Officer of House.  4556. State income tax withholding; definitions.  4557. Withholding of charitable contributions by Chief Administrative Officer of House.  4558. Withholding of charitable contributions; definitions.  4559. Certification of indebtedness of employees of House; withholding of amount.  4560. Deductions by Chief Administrative Officer in disbursement of gratuity appropriations.  SUBCHAPTER IIISENATE  Part AAmount and Type  4571. Senate pay adjustments; action by President pro tempore of Senate.  4572. Rates of compensation paid by Secretary of Senate; applicability of Senate pay adjustments by President pro tempore of Senate.  4573. Senate pay adjustments; action by President pro tempore of Senate.  4574. Limit on rate of compensation of Senate officers and employees.  4575. Gross rate of compensation of employees paid by Secretary of Senate.  4575a. Change in maximum rates of pay for statutory employees.  4576. Availability of appropriated funds for payment to an individual of pay from more than one position; conditions.  4577. Availability of appropriations during first three months of any fiscal year for aggregate of payments of gross compensation made to employees from Senate appropriation account for Salaries, Officers and Employees.  4578. Restriction on payment of dual compensation by Secretary of Senate.  4579. Student loan repayment program for Senate employees.  4580. Lump sum payment for accrued annual leave of Senate employees.  4581. Aggregate gross compensation of employee of Senator of State with population under 5,000,000.  Part BAdministration  4591. Vice President, Senators, officers, and employees paid by Secretary of Senate; payment of salary; advance payment.  4592. Payment of sums due deceased Senators and Senate personnel.  4593. Waiver by Secretary of Senate of claims of United States arising out of erroneous payments to Vice President, Senator, or Senate employee paid by Secretary of Senate.  4594. Withholding and remittance of State income tax by Secretary of Senate.  4595. Payment for unaccrued leave. SUBCHAPTER I GENERAL Part A Amount and Type  4501. Compensation of Members of Congress (1) The annual rate of pay for (A) each Senator, Member of the House of Representatives, and Delegate to the House of Representatives, and the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico, (B) the President pro tempore of the Senate, the majority leader and the minority leader of the Senate, and the majority leader and the minority leader of the House of Representatives, and (C) the Speaker of the House of Representatives, shall be the rate determined for such positions under chapter 11 of this title, as adjusted by paragraph (2) of this section. (2) (A) Subject to subparagraph (B), effective at the beginning of the first applicable pay period commencing on or after the first day of the month in which an adjustment takes effect under section 5303 of title 5 (B) In no event shall the percentage adjustment taking effect under subparagraph (A) in any calendar year (before rounding), in any rate of pay, exceed the percentage adjustment taking effect in such calendar year under section 5303 of title 5 ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 850 Jan. 19, 1949, ch. 2,  1(d) 63 Stat. 4 Mar. 2, 1955, ch. 9,  4(a) 69 Stat. 11 Pub. L. 88426, title II,  204 Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 415 Pub. L. 89301,  11(e) Oct. 29, 1965 79 Stat. 1120 Pub. L. 9167,  2 Sept. 15, 1969 83 Stat. 107 Pub. L. 9482, title II,  204(a) Aug. 9, 1975 89 Stat. 421 Pub. L. 101194, title VII,  704(a)(2)(B) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1769 Pub. L. 101509, title V,  529 [title I,  101(b)(4)(D)] Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1427 Pub. L. 103356, title I,  101(1) Oct. 13, 1994 108 Stat. 3410  Editorial Notes  References in Text The General Schedule, referred to in par. (2), is set out under section 5332 of Title 5 Section 704(a)(1) of the Ethics Reform Act of 1989, referred to in par. (2)(A), is section 704(a)(1) of Pub. L. 101194 section 5318 of Title 5 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 31 of this title Amendments 1994Par. (2). Pub. L. 103356 1990Par. (2). Pub. L. 101509 1989Par. (2). Pub. L. 101194 1975 Pub. L. 9482 1969 Pub. L. 9167 1965 Pub. L. 89301 1964 Pub. L. 88426 1955Act Mar. 2, 1955 1949Act Jan. 19, 1949 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1994 Amendment Pub. L. 103356, title I,  101 Oct. 13, 1994 108 Stat. 3410 Dec. 31, 1994 Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 101509 Nov. 5, 1990 Pub. L. 101509 section 5301 of Title 5 Effective Date of 1989 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 101194 Jan. 1, 1991 section 704(b) of Pub. L. 101194 section 5318 of Title 5 Effective Date of 1969 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 9167 Mar. 1, 1969 section 3 of Pub. L. 9167 section 104 of Title 3 Effective Date of 1965 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 89301 October 1, 1965 section 17 of Pub. L. 89301 Effective Date of 1964 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 88426 Jan. 3, 1965 section 501(b) of Pub. L. 88426 Effective Date of 1955 Amendment Act Mar. 2, 1955, ch. 9,  5 69 Stat. 11 The provisions of this Act [amending this section, section 104 of Title 3 section 7443 of Title 26 section 101 of Title 48 section 654 of Title 50 section 31a of this title Mar. 1, 1955 Effective Date of 1949 Amendment Amendment by act Jan. 19, 1949 Jan. 20, 1949 Jan. 19, 1949 Effective Date Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title VI,  601(a) 60 Stat. 850 Jan. 3, 1947 Short Title of 2021 Amendment Pub. L. 11710,  1 Apr. 23, 2021 135 Stat. 259 This Act [amending section 4576 of this title section 4576 of this title Short Title of 2013 Amendment Pub. L. 1133,  1 Feb. 4, 2013 127 Stat. 51 This Act [see Tables for classification] may be cited as the No Budget, No Pay Act of 2013. Short Title of 1996 Amendment Pub. L. 104186,  1(a) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1718 This Act [see Tables for classification] may be cited as the House of Representatives Administrative Reform Technical Corrections Act. Short Title of 1964 Amendment Pub. L. 88426, title II,  201 Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 413 This title [see Tables for classification] may be cited as the Federal Legislative Salary Act of 1964. Holding Salaries of Members of Congress in Escrow Upon Failure To Agree to Budget Resolution Pub. L. 1133,  3 Feb. 4, 2013 127 Stat. 51  (a)  Holding Salaries in Escrow. (1)  In general If by April 15, 2013 2 U.S.C. 632 (2)  Period described With respect to a House of Congress, the period described in this paragraph is the period which begins on April 16, 2013 (A) the day on which the House of Congress agrees to a concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2014 pursuant to section 301 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 [ 2 U.S.C. 632 (B) the last day of the One Hundred Thirteenth Congress. (3)  Withholding and remittance of amounts from payments held in escrow The payroll administrator shall provide for the same withholding and remittance with respect to a payment deposited in an escrow account under paragraph (1) that would apply to the payment if the payment were not subject to paragraph (1). (4)  Release of amounts at end of the congress In order to ensure that this section is carried out in a manner that shall not vary the compensation of Senators or Representatives in violation of the twenty-seventh article of amendment to the Constitution of the United States, the payroll administrator of a House of Congress shall release for payments to Members of that House of Congress any amounts remaining in any escrow account under this section on the last day of the One Hundred Thirteenth Congress. (5)  Role of secretary of the treasury The Secretary of the Treasury shall provide the payroll administrators of the Houses of Congress with such assistance as may be necessary to enable the payroll administrators to carry out this section. (b)  Treatment of Delegates as Members In this section, the term Member includes a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress. (c)  Payroll Administrator Defined In this section, the payroll administrator of a House of Congress means (1) in the case of the House of Representatives, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, or an employee of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer who is designated by the Chief Administrative Officer to carry out this section; and (2) in the case of the Senate, the Secretary of the Senate, or an employee of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate who is designated by the Secretary to carry out this section. Cost of Living Adjustment Pub. L. 117328,  6 Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4462 Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no adjustment shall be made under section 601(a) of the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946 ( 2 U.S.C. 4501 Similar provisions were contained in the following prior acts: Pub. L. 117103,  6 Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 52 Pub. L. 116260,  7 Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1185 Pub. L. 11694,  7 Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2536 Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title II,  212 Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2946 Pub. L. 115141,  7(a) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 351 Pub. L. 114223, div. C,  175 Pub. L. 114254, div. A,  101(3) Dec. 10, 2016 130 Stat. 1012 Pub. L. 114113,  9 Dec. 18, 2015 129 Stat. 2245 Pub. L. 113235,  8 Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2133 Pub. L. 11346, div. A,  146 Oct. 17, 2013 127 Stat. 565 Pub. L. 112240, title VIII,  802 Jan. 2, 2013 126 Stat. 2369 Pub. L. 111165,  1 May 14, 2010 124 Stat. 1185 Pub. L. 1118, div. J,  103 Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 988 Pub. L. 109289, div. B, title I,  115 Pub. L. 1105,  2 Feb. 15, 2007 121 Stat. 12 Pub. L. 1036,  7 Mar. 4, 1993 107 Stat. 35 Annual Rate of Pay Increase for Certain Members of Congress Serving On or After July 1, 1983 Pub. L. 9863, title I,  908(d) July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 338 July 1, 1983 Dec. 17, 1982 section 5318 of Title 5 Pub. L. 10290, title I,  6(c) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 451 Salary Increases For prior year salary increases per the recommendation of the President, see Prior Salary Recommendations notes under section 358 of this title For miscellaneous provisions dealing with adjustments of pay and limitations on use of funds to pay salaries in prior years, see notes under section 5318 of Title 5 Executive Documents  Adjustment of Pay Rates For adjustment of pay rates under this section, see the executive order detailing the adjustment of certain rates of pay set out as a note under section 5332 of Title 5  4502. Appropriation of funds for compensation of Members of Congress and for administrative expenses at levels authorized by law and recommended by the President for Federal employees  Effective beginning with fiscal year 1983, and continuing each year thereafter, such sums as hereafter may be necessary for Compensation of Members (and administrative expenses related thereto), as authorized by law and at such level recommended by the President for Federal employees for that fiscal year are hereby appropriated from money in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated. Such sums when paid shall be in lieu of any sums accrued in prior years but not paid. For purposes of this subsection, the term Member means each Member of the Senate and the House of Representatives, the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico, the Delegates from the District of Columbia, Guam, Virgin Islands, and American Samoa, and the Vice President. ( Pub. L. 9751,  130(c) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 966  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified as a note under section 31 of this title  4503. Jury and witness service by Senate and House employees (a) Definitions For purposes of this section (1) employee means any individual whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate or the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives; and (2) court of the United States has the meaning given it by section 451 of title 28 (b) Service as juror or witness in connection with a judicial proceeding; prohibition against reduction of pay The pay of an employee shall not be reduced during a period of absence with respect to which the employee is summoned (and permitted to respond to such summons by the appropriate authority of the House of the Congress disbursing his pay), in connection with a judicial proceeding by a court or authority responsible for the conduct of that proceeding, to serve (1) as a juror; or (2) other than as provided in subsection (c) of this section, as a witness on behalf of any party in connection with any judicial proceeding to which the United States, the District of Columbia, or a State or local government is a party; in the District of Columbia, a State, territory, or possession of the United States including the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Canal Zone, or the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands. For purposes of this subsection, judicial proceeding means any action, suit, or other judicial proceeding, including any condemnation, preliminary, informational, or other proceeding of a judicial nature, but does not include an administrative proceeding. (c) Official duty An employee is performing official duty during the period with respect to which he is summoned (and is authorized to respond to such summons by the House of the Congress disbursing his pay), or is assigned by such House, to (1) testify or produce official records on behalf of the United States or the District of Columbia; or (2) testify in his official capacity or produce official records on behalf of a party other than the United States or the District of Columbia. (d) Prohibition on receipt of jury or witness fees (1) An employee may not receive fees for service (A) as juror in a court of the United States or the District of Columbia; or (B) as a witness on behalf of the United States or the District of Columbia. (2) If an employee receives an amount (other than travel expenses) for service as a juror or witness during a period in which his pay may not be reduced under subsection (b) of this section, or for which he is performing official duty under subsection (c) of this section, the employee shall remit such amount to the officer who disburses the pay of the employee, which amount shall be covered into the general fund of the Treasury as miscellaneous receipts. (e) Travel expenses (1) An employee summoned (and authorized to respond to such summons by the House of the Congress disbursing his pay), or assigned by such House, to testify or produce official records on behalf of the United States is entitled to travel expenses. If the case involves an activity in connection with which he is employed, the travel expenses shall be paid from funds otherwise available for the payment of travel expenses of such House in accordance with travel regulations of that House. If the case does not involve such an activity, the department, agency, or independent establishment of the United States on whose behalf he is so testifying or producing records shall pay to the employee his travel expenses out of appropriations otherwise available, and in accordance with regulation applicable, to that department, agency, or independent establishment for the payment of travel expenses. (2) An employee summoned (and permitted to respond to such summons by the House of the Congress disbursing his pay), or assigned by such House, to testify in his official capacity or produce official records on behalf of a party other than the United States, is entitled to travel expenses, unless any travel expenses are paid to the employee for his appearance by the court, authority, or party which caused him to be summoned. (f) Rules and regulations The Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives are authorized to prescribe, for employees of their respective Houses, such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this section. (g) Congressional consent not conferred for production of official records or to testimony concerning activities related to employment No provision of this section shall be construed to confer the consent of either House of the Congress to the production of official records of that House or to testimony by an employee of that House concerning activities related to his employment. ( Pub. L. 91563,  6 Dec. 19, 1970 84 Stat. 1478 Pub. L. 94310,  2 June 15, 1976 90 Stat. 687 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(74) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1741  Editorial Notes  References in Text For definition of Canal Zone, referred to in subsec. (b), see section 3602(b) of Title 22 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 130b of this title Amendments 1996Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 104186,  204(74) Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 104186,  204(75) 1976Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 94310 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 1976 Amendment Pub. L. 94310,  4 June 15, 1976 90 Stat. 687 The amendments made by this Act [amending this section and sections 6322 and 8906 of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees] shall take effect on October 1, 1976 June 15, 1976  Termination of United States District Court for the District of the Canal Zone For termination of the United States District Court for the District of the Canal Zone at end of the transition period, being the 30 month period beginning Oct. 1, 1979 Mar. 31, 1982 Pub. L. 9670, title II Sept. 27, 1979 93 Stat. 493 Executive Documents  Termination of Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands For termination of Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, see note set out preceding section 1681 of Title 48  4504. Nonpay status for Congressional employees studying under Congressional staff fellowships (a) With respect to each employee of the Senate or House of Representatives (1) whose compensation is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate or the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, and (2) who, on or after January 1, 1963 the period of time covered by such fellowship shall be held and considered to be service (in a nonpay status) in employment with the Senate or House of Representatives, as the case may be, at the rate of compensation received immediately prior to separation (including any increases in compensation provided by law during the period covered by such fellowship) for the purposes of the provisions of law specified in subsection (b), if the award of such fellowship to such employee is certified to the Secretary of the Senate or the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, as appropriate, by the appointing authority concerned or, in the event of the death or disability of such appointing authority, is established to the satisfaction of the Secretary of the Senate or the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives by records or other evidence. (b) The provisions of law referred to in subsection (a) are (1) subchapter III (relating to civil service retirement) of chapter 83 of title 5; (2) chapter 87 (relating to Federal employees group life insurance) of title 5; and (3) chapter 89 (relating to Federal employees group health insurance) of title 5. ( Pub. L. 89379 Mar. 30, 1966 80 Stat. 94 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(73) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1741  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 130a of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 (A) subchapter III (relating to civil service retirement) of chapter 83 of title 5, (B) chapter 87 (relating to Federal employees group life insurance) of title 5, and (C) chapter 89 (relating to Federal employees group health insurance) of title 5, if the award, Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, as appropriate for Clerk of the House of Representatives, as appropriate, and Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives by records for Clerk of the House by records, and added subsec. (b).  4505. Voluntary separation incentive payments (a) Authority to offer payments Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the head of any office in the legislative branch may establish a program under which voluntary separation incentive payments may be offered to eligible employees of the office to encourage such employees to separate from service voluntarily (whether by retirement or resignation), in accordance with this section. (b) Amount and administration of payments A voluntary separation incentive payment made under this section (1) shall be paid in a lump sum after the employees separation; (2) shall be equal to the lesser of (A) an amount equal to the amount the employee would be entitled to receive under section 5595(c) of title 5 (B) an amount determined by the head of the office involved, not to exceed $25,000; (3) may be made only in the case of an employee who voluntarily separates (whether by retirement or resignation) under this section; (4) shall not be a basis for payment, and shall not be included in the computation, of any other type of Government benefit; (5) shall not be taken into account in determining the amount of any severance pay to which the employee may be entitled under section 5595 of title 5 (6) shall be paid from appropriations or funds available for the payment of the basic pay of the employee. (c) Plan (1) Plan required for making payments No voluntary separation incentive payment may be paid under this section with respect to an office unless the head of the office submits a plan described in paragraph (2) to each applicable committee described in paragraph (3), and each applicable committee approves the plan. (2) Contents of plan A plan described in this paragraph with respect to an office is a plan containing the following information: (A) The specific positions and functions to be reduced or eliminated. (B) A description of which categories of employees will be offered incentives. (C) The time period during which incentives may be paid. (D) The number and amounts of voluntary separation incentive payments to be offered. (E) A description of how the office will operate without the eliminated positions and functions. (3) Applicable committee For purposes of this subsection, the applicable committee with respect to an office means any committee of the House of Representatives or Senate with jurisdiction over the activities of the office under the applicable rules of the House of Representatives and the Senate (as determined by the head of the office), but does not include the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the Senate. (d) Repealed. Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  1401(a)(1) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1134 (e) Eligible employee defined (1) In general In this section, an eligible employee is an employee (as defined in section 2105, 1 1 2 2 (A) is serving under an appointment without time limitation; and (B) has been currently employed for a continuous period of at least 3 years. (2) Exclusions An eligible employee does not include any of the following: (A) A reemployed annuitant under subchapter III of chapter 83 or 84 of title 5 or another retirement system for employees of the Government. (B) An employee having a disability on the basis of which such employee is or would be eligible for disability retirement under subchapter III of chapter 83 or 84 of title 5 or another retirement system for employees of the Government. (C) An employee who is in receipt of a decision notice of involuntary separation for misconduct or unacceptable performance. (D) An employee who has previously received any voluntary separation incentive payment from the Federal Government under this section or any other authority. (E) An employee covered by statutory reemployment rights who is on transfer employment with another organization. (F) Any employee who (i) during the 36-month period preceding the date of separation of that employee, performed service for which a student loan repayment benefit was or is to be paid under section 5379 of title 5 (ii) during the 24-month period preceding the date of separation of that employee, performed service for which a recruitment or relocation bonus was or is to be paid under section 5753 of such title or any other authority; or (iii) during the 12-month period preceding the date of separation of that employee, performed service for which a retention bonus was or is to be paid under section 5754 of such title or any other authority. (f) Repayment for individuals returning to Government employment (1) In general Subject to paragraph (2), an employee who has received a voluntary separation incentive payment under this section and accepts employment with the Government of the United States within 5 years after the date of the separation on which the payment is based shall be required to repay the entire amount of the incentive payment to the office that paid the incentive payment. (2) Waiver for individuals possessing unique abilities (A) If the employment is with an Executive agency (as defined by section 105 of title 5 (B) If the employment is with an entity in the legislative branch, the head of the entity or the appointing official may waive the repayment required under this subsection if the individual involved possesses unique abilities and is the only qualified applicant available for the position. (C) If the employment is with the judicial branch, the Director of the Administrative Office of the United States Courts may waive the repayment required under this subsection if the individual involved possesses unique abilities and is the only qualified applicant available for the position. (3) Treatment of personal services contracts For purposes of paragraph (1) (but not paragraph (2)), the term employment includes employment under a personal services contract with the United States. (g) Effective date This section shall take effect on December 8, 2004 December 8, 2004 ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title II,  210 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3194 Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  1401(a) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1134  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60q of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005. Amendments 2011Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 11274,  1401(a)(1) section 105 of title 5 Subsec. (f)(2)(A). Pub. L. 11274,  1401(a)(2) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2011 Amendment Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  1401(c) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1134 The amendments made by this section [amending this section and section 3521 of Title 5  4506. Death gratuity payments as gifts  Any death gratuity payment at any time specifically appropriated by any Act of Congress or at any time made out of the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives or the contingent fund of the Senate shall be held to have been a gift. ( June 5, 1952, ch. 369 66 Stat. 101 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(6) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1725  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified identically to sections 38b and 125a of this title. Section 38b was omitted from the Code and section 125a was editorially reclassified and renumbered as this section. Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186  4507. Longevity compensation (a) Eligible employees This section shall apply 1 1 (1) each employee of the Senate whose compensation is paid from the appropriation for Salaries, Officers and Employees under the following headings: (A) Office of the Secretary, including individuals employed under authority of section 6538 of this title (B) Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper, except employees designated as special employees; and (C) Offices of the Secretaries for the Majority and the Minority; (2) each employee of the Senate authorized by Senate resolution to be appointed by the Secretary of the Senate or the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper, except employees designated as special employees; and (3) each employee of the Capitol Guide Service established under section 2166 2 2 (b) Rate of compensation; limitation on increases; computation of service; effective date of payment (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), an employee to whom this section applies shall be paid, during any period of continuous creditable service, additional annual compensation (hereinafter referred to as longevity compensation) at the rate of $482 for (A) each year of creditable service performed for the first five years and (B) each two years of creditable service performed during the twenty-year period following the first five years. (2) The amount of longevity compensation which may be paid to an employee, when added to his regular annual compensation, shall not exceed the maximum annual compensation which may be paid to Senate employees generally as prescribed by law or orders of the President pro tempore issued under authority of section 4571 of this title (3) For purposes of this section (A) creditable service includes (i) service performed as an employee described in subsection (a), (ii) service performed as a member of the Capitol Police or as an employee of the United States Capitol Telephone Exchange while compensation therefor is disbursed by the Clerk of the House of Representatives, and (iii) service which is creditable for purposes of this section as in effect on September 30, 1978 (B) in computing length of continuous creditable service, only creditable service performed subsequent to August 31, 1957 section 6538 of this title January 2, 1971 (C) continuity of creditable service shall not be deemed to be broken by separations from service of not more than thirty days, by the performance of service as an employee (other than an employee subject to the provisions of this section) whose compensation is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate or the Clerk of the House of Representatives, or by the performance of active military service in the armed forces of the United States, but periods of such separations and service shall not be creditable service. (4) Longevity compensation shall be payable on and after the first day of the first month following completion of each period of creditable service upon which such compensation is based. ( Pub. L. 87730,  106(a) Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 694 Pub. L. 88454,  104(b) Aug. 20, 1964 78 Stat. 550 Pub. L. 9057,  105(g) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 143 Pub. L. 90206, title II,  214(n) Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 637 Pub. L. 91656,  4 Jan. 8, 1971 84 Stat. 1952 Pub. L. 93371 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 436 Pub. L. 95240, title II,  205 Mar. 7, 1978 92 Stat. 117 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  110(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 774 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  107(b) July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 890  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 2166 of this title Pub. L. 110437, title IV,  422(a) Oct. 20, 2008 122 Stat. 4996 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60j of this title Subsecs. (a) and (b) of this section are from subsecs. (a) and (b) of section 106 of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1963 ( Pub. L. 87730 section 104(b) of Pub. L. 88454 section 60i of this title Amendments 1982Subsec. (b)(1). Figure 463 deemed to refer to the figure 482, effective Oct. 1, 1982 Pub. L. 91656,  4 Oct. 1, 1982 section 60a1 of this title 1981Subsec. (b)(1). Figure $441 deemed to refer to the figure $463, effective Oct. 1, 1981 Pub. L. 91656,  4 Oct. 5, 1981 section 60a1 of this title 1980Subsec. (b)(1). Figure 404 deemed to refer to the figure 441, effective Oct. 1, 1980 Pub. L. 91656,  4 Oct. 1, 1980 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 96304 section 60a1 of this title 1978Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 95391 Pub. L. 95240 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 95391 1977Subsec. (b). Figure 1,002 deemed to refer to the figure 1,074, effective Oct. 1, 1977 Pub. L. 91656,  4 Sept. 29, 1977 section 60a1 of this title 1976Subsec. (b). Figure 954 deemed to refer to the figure 1,002, effective Oct. 1, 1976 Pub. L. 91656,  4 Oct. 8, 1976 section 60a1 of this title 1975Subsec. (b). Figure 906 deemed to refer to the figure 954, effective Oct. 1, 1975 Pub. L. 91656,  4 Oct. 2, 1975 section 60a1 of this title 1974Subsec. (a)(8). Pub. L. 93371 Subsec. (b). Figure 855 deemed to refer to the figure 906, effective Oct. 1, 1974 Pub. L. 91656,  4 Oct. 7, 1974 section 60a1 of this title 1973Subsec. (b). Figure 816 deemed to refer to the figure 855, effective Oct. 1, 1973 Pub. L. 91656,  4 Oct. 4, 1973 section 60a1 of this title 1972Subsec. (b). Figure 777 deemed to refer to the figure 816 pursuant to Pub. L. 91656,  4 Dec. 16, 1972 section 60a1 of this title 1971Subsec. (b). Figure 738 deemed to refer to the figure 777, effective Jan. 1, 1972 Pub. L. 91656,  4 Dec. 23, 1971 section 60a1 of this title Figure 696 deemed to refer to the figure 738, effective Feb. 1, 1971 Pub. L. 91656 Jan. 15, 1971 section 60a1 of this title 1969Subsec. (b). Figure 597, as increased by Order of June 12, 1968 July 1, 1969 Pub. L. 90206,  225(h) June 17, 1969 section 60a1 of this title 1968Subsec. (b). Figure 564, deemed, on and after July 1, 1968 Pub. L. 90206,  225(h) June 12, 1968 section 60a1 of this title 1967Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 90206,  214(n) Pub. L. 9057 1964Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 88454 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1980 Amendment Pub. L. 96304, title I,  107(d) July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 890 The amendments made by this section [amending this section, section 4575, and former section 60j3 of this title October 1, 1980 Effective Date of 1978 Amendments Pub. L. 95391, title I,  110(b) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 775 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect on the first day of the first month which begins after the date of the enactment of this Act [ Sept. 30, 1978 Pub. L. 95240, title II,  205 Mar. 7, 1978 92 Stat. 117 Oct. 1, 1977 Effective Date of 1967 Amendments Amendment by Pub. L. 90206 Dec. 16, 1967 section 220(a)(3) of Pub. L. 90206 section 603 of Title 28 Amendment by Pub. L. 9057 Aug. 1, 1967 section 105(k) of Pub. L. 9057 section 4575 of this title Effective Date of 1964 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 88454 Sept. 1, 1964 section 104(d) of Pub. L. 88454 section 1927 of this title Effective Date Pub. L. 87730,  106(e) Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 695 This section [enacting this section and amending former section 60i of this title September 1, 1962  Transfer of Functions For transfer of authorities, personnel, assets, and liabilities of the Capitol Guide Service to the Office of the Capitol Visitor Center and the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, see sections 2241 and 2252 of this title. Certain functions of Clerk of House of Representatives transferred to Director of Non-legislative and Financial Services by section 7 of House Resolution No. 423, One Hundred Second Congress, Apr. 9, 1992 Jan. 4, 1995 Inapplicability of Section to Certain Employees This section not to apply, on or after Oct. 1, 1983 Oct. 1, 1983 section 4509 of this title  4508. Longevity compensation for telephone operators on United States telephone exchange and members of Capitol Police paid by Chief Administrative Officer of House  The provisions of subsections (a) and (b) of section 4507 1 1 section 110 of Pub. L. 95391 ( Pub. L. 95391, title III,  310 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 790 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(8) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1731  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60j2 of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Transfer of Functions Statutory functions, duties, or authority of Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives or the Secretary of the Senate as disbursing officers for the Capitol Police transferred to Chief of the Capitol Police, and references in any law or resolution before Feb. 20, 2003 section 1907(a) of this title Inapplicability of Section 4507 to Certain Employees Section 4507 of this title Oct. 1, 1983 Oct. 1, 1983 section 4509 of this title  4509. Longevity compensation not applicable to individuals paid by Secretary of Senate; savings provision  Section 4507 of this title October 1, 1983 ( Pub. L. 9851, title I,  107 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 267  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60j4 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1984, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1984. Part B Administration  4521. Mode of payment  The compensation of Members and Delegates shall be passed as public accounts, and paid out of the public Treasury. (R.S.  46.)  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 47 of this title R.S.  46 derived from acts Jan. 22, 1818, ch. 5,  3 3 Stat. 404 Feb. 10, 1854, ch. 11,  1 10 Stat. 267  4522. Deductions for withdrawal  When any Member or Delegate withdraws from his seat and does not return before the adjournment of Congress, he shall, in addition to the sum deducted for each day, forfeit a sum equal to the amount which would have been allowed by law for his mileage in returning home; and such sum shall be deducted from his compensation, unless the withdrawal is with the leave of the Senate or House of Representatives respectively. (R.S.  41.)  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 40 of this title R.S.  41 derived from Res. July 17, 1862 12 Stat. 628  4523. Deductions for delinquent indebtedness  Whenever a Representative, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, or a United States Senator, shall fail to pay any sum or sums due from such person to the House of Representatives or Senate, respectively, the appropriate committee or officer of the House of Representatives or Senate, as the case may be, having jurisdiction of the activity under which such debt arose, shall certify such delinquent sum or sums to the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives in the case of an indebtedness to the House of Representatives and to the Secretary of the Senate in the case of an indebtedness to the Senate, and such latter officials are authorized and directed, respectively, to deduct from any salary, mileage, or expense money due to any such delinquent such certified amounts or so much thereof as the balance or balances due such delinquent may cover. Sums so deducted by the Secretary of the Senate shall be disposed of by him in accordance with existing law, and sums so deducted by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall be disposed of by him in accordance with existing law. ( June 19, 1934, ch. 648 48 Stat. 1024 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(8) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1726  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 40a of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186  4524. Withholding of charitable contributions from salaries paid by Secretary of Senate and from employees of Architect of Capitol (a) Definitions For purposes of this section, the term (1) Secretary means the Secretary of the Senate; and (2) Architect means the Architect of the Capitol. (b) Notice; deduction and transmission (1) The Secretary and the Architect shall notify individuals whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary or who are employees of the Architect, including employees of the Botanic Garden or the Senate Restaurants of the opportunity to have amounts withheld from their pay pursuant to this section for contribution to national voluntary health and welfare agencies designated by the Director of the Office of Personnel Management pursuant to Executive Order 10927, dated March 18, 1961 (2) Upon request by such an individual specifying the amount to be withheld and one Combined Federal Campaign Center in the Washington metropolitan area to receive such amount, the Secretary, the Architect, or any other officer who disburses the pay of such individual, as the case may be, shall (A) withhold such amount from the pay of such individual; and (B) transmit (not less than once each calendar quarter) the amount so withheld to the Combined Federal Campaign Center as specified in such request. (c) Time of withholding and transmission The Secretary and the Architect shall, to the extent practicable, carry out subsection (b) at or about the time of the Combined Federal Campaign and other fundraising in the executive branch of the Federal Government conducted pursuant to Executive Order 10927, dated March 18, 1961 (d) Amount (1) No amount shall be withheld under subsection (b) from the pay of any individual for any pay period if the amount of such pay for such period is less than the sum of (A) the amount specified to be withheld from such pay under subsection (b) for such period; plus (B) the amount of all other withholdings from such pay for such period. (2) No amount may be specified by an individual to be withheld for any pay period under subsection (b) which is less than (A) 50 cents, if the pay period of such individual is biweekly or semimonthly; or (B) $1, if the pay period of such individual is monthly. (e) Provisions as not imposing duty, burden, requirement or penalty on United States, Senate, or any officer or employee of United States; effect of filing paper This section imposes no duty, burden, or requirement upon the United States, the Senate, or any officer or employee of the United States, except as specifically provided in this section. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to consent to the application of any provision of law which has the effect of subjecting the United States, the Senate, or any officer or employee of the United States to any penalty or liability by reason of the provisions of this section. Any paper, form, document, or any other item filed with the Secretary under this section is a paper of the Senate within the provisions of rule XXX of the Standing Rules of the Senate. (f) Rules and regulations The Secretary and the Architect are authorized to issue rules and regulations they consider appropriate in carrying out their duties under this section. ( Pub. L. 95470 Oct. 17, 1978 92 Stat. 1323 Jan. 1, 1979 92 Stat. 3783  Editorial Notes  References in Text Executive Order 10927, dated March 18, 1961 Mar. 23, 1982 The Standing Rules of the Senate, referred to in subsec. (e), were revised in 1979 and 2000. Provisions relating to withdrawal of papers from the files of the Senate which were formerly contained in Rule XXX of the Standing Rules of the Senate are contained in Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate. Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60c4 of this title Executive Documents  Transfer of Functions Director of the Office of Personnel Management substituted for Chairman of the Civil Service Commission in subsec. (b)(1) pursuant to Reorg. Plan No. 2 of 1978,  102, 43 F.R. 36037, 92 Stat. 3783 section 1101 of Title 5 Jan. 1, 1979 Dec. 28, 1978 section 1101 of Title 5 SUBCHAPTER II HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Part A Amount and Type  4531. House of Representatives pay adjustments; action by Chief Administrative Officer of House (a) Whenever an adjustment under section 5303 of title 5 (1) effective on the first day of the month in which such pay adjustment by the President is made effective as described above, shall adjust (A) each minimum and maximum rate of pay applicable to any employee or class of employees whose pay is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer (other than a maximum rate equal to or greater than the maximum rate then currently being paid under the General Schedule of section 5332 of title 5 (B) each monetary limitation on or monetary allowance for pay applicable to any such employee or class of employees; by an amount rounded to the nearest $100 and computed on the basis of a percentage equal or equivalent, insofar as practicable and with such variations as the Chief Administrative Officer considers appropriate, to the percentage of the adjustment under such section 5303; (2) shall determine, with respect to the employees and classes of employees within the purview of this section whose pay is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer, the respective amounts of pay adjustments which are equal or equivalent, insofar as practicable and with such exceptions and modifications as may be necessary to provide for appropriate pay relationships between positions, to corresponding increases in pay, as determined by the Chief Administrative Officer, made by the pay adjustment by the President; and (3) shall transmit to the appropriate pay-fixing authority concerned in the House of Representatives a copy of his determinations with respect to the pay of those employees whose pay is fixed and adjusted by that authority. (b) After consideration of the pay determinations transmitted by the Chief Administrative Officer, the pay-fixing authority concerned may adjust, notwithstanding the provisions contained in sections 1341, 1342, and 13491351 and subchapter II of chapter 15 of title 31, the rates of pay concerned in such manner as that authority considers appropriate. (c) Nothing in this section shall impair any authority pursuant to which rates of pay may be fixed by administrative action. (d) This section shall not be deemed to authorize any adjustment in the rates of pay of employees whose rates of pay are disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer and are fixed and adjusted from time to time as nearly as is consistent with the public interest in accordance with prevailing rates or practices, including employees subject to the House Wage Schedule. (e) No rate of pay for any position shall be adjusted under this section to an amount in excess of the rate of pay in effect for such position under an order issued by the Speaker of the House of Representatives pursuant to the authority of section 4532 of this title ( Pub. L. 91656,  5 Jan. 8, 1971 84 Stat. 1952 Pub. L. 92298,  3(b) May 17, 1972 86 Stat. 146 Pub. L. 92392,  14(b) Aug. 19, 1972 86 Stat. 575 Pub. L. 101509, title V,  529 [title I,  101(b)(4)(F), (10)] Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1427 Pub. L. 102378,  5(b) Oct. 2, 1992 106 Stat. 1358 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(1) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1729 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(b)(2) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2776  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60a2 of this title In subsec. (b), sections 1341, 1342, and 13491351 and subchapter II of chapter 15 of title 31 substituted for  section 665 of title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  4(b) Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 1067 Amendments 2019Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 11694 2 U.S.C. 4531(e) section 5316 of title 5 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104186,  204(1)(A) Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 104186,  204(1)(D) Subsec. (a)(1)(A). Pub. L. 104186,  204(1)(B) Subsec. (a)(1)(B). Pub. L. 104186,  204(1)(C) (i) the clerk hire allowance for each Member of the House of Representatives and the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico; and (ii) the allowances for additional office personnel in the offices of the Speaker, the majority leader, the minority leader, the majority whip, and the minority whip, of the House of Representatives after class of employees. Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 104186,  204(1)(E) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 104186,  204(1)(F) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 104186,  204(1)(G) 1992Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 102378 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101509,  529 [title I,  101(b)(4)(F)(i)] section 5305 of title 5 Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 101509,  529 [title I,  101(b)(10)] Pub. L. 92298 Pub. L. 92392 Pub. L. 101509,  529 [title I,  101(b)(4)(F)(iii)] Subsec. (a)(1)(A). Pub. L. 101509,  529 [title I,  101(b)(4)(F)(ii)] 1972Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 92298 Pub. L. 92392 Pub. L. 101509,  529 [title I,  101(b)(10)] Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 101509 Nov. 5, 1990 Pub. L. 101509 section 5301 of Title 5 Effective Date of 1972 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 92392 Aug. 19, 1972 section 15(a) of Pub. L. 92392 section 5341 of Title 5 Directive of the Speaker of the House of Representatives Implementing the Salary Comparability Policy in 1969 for Officers and Employees of the House of Representatives Required by Section 212 of the Federal Salary Act of 1967 [ 5 U.S.C. 5304 Salary Directives of the Speaker of the House of Representatives were issued on the following dates: June 17, 1969 July 1, 1969 June 11, 1968 July 1, 1968 Increases in Compensation The following acts provided increases in compensation for elected officers and certain employees of the House of Representatives: Pub. L. 85462,  4(k) l June 20, 1958 72 Stat. 209 June 28, 1955, ch. 189,  4(c) 69 Stat. 176 Oct. 24, 1951, ch. 554,  2(e) 65 Stat. 614 Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 783 63 Stat. 974  4532. Rates of compensation disbursed by Chief Administrative Officer of House; adjustments by Speaker; Member of the House of Representatives defined (1) Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, or any other provision of law, rule, or regulation, on and after December 22, 1987 (A) appropriate pay levels and relationships between and among positions held by personnel of the House of Representatives; (B) appropriate pay relationships between (i) positions referred to in subparagraph (A); and (ii) (I) positions under subparagraphs (A) through (D) of section 356 of this title (II) positions held by personnel whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate; and (III) positions to which the General Schedule applies; and (C) the maintenance of the pay relationship described in paragraph (3). (2) The other events permitting an exercise of authority under this section are either (A) an adjustment under section 5303 of title 5 (B) an adjustment in rates of pay for Members of the House of Representatives (other than an adjustment which occurs by virtue of an adjustment described in subparagraph (A)). (3) The pay relationship described in this paragraph is the relationship in existence as of the effective date of the amendments made by section 212 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2020 between (A) an annual rate of pay of $173,900; and (B) the annual rate of pay of a Member of the House of Representatives who is not the Speaker, Majority Leader, or Minority Leader of the House. (4) For the purpose of this section, the term Member of the House of Representatives means a Member of the House of Representatives, a Delegate to the House of Representatives, and the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico. ( Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title III,  311(d)] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Pub. L. 101520, title III,  308 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2277 Pub. L. 10290, title III,  308 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 466 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(2) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1729 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(b)(1) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2776  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in par. (1), probably means the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1988, Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 The amendments made by this section, referred to in par. (1), means the amendments made by section 101(i) [title III,  311] of Pub. L. 100202 Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 section 4571 of this title section 4571 of this title The General Schedule, referred to in pars. (1)(B)(i)(III) and (2)(A), is set out under section 5332 of Title 5 The effective date of the amendments made by section 212 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2020, referred to in par. (3), is the effective date of section 212 of div. E of Pub. L. 11694 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60a2a of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1988, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1988. Amendments 2019Par. (1)(C). Pub. L. 11694,  212(b)(1)(A) Pars. (3), (4). Pub. L. 11694,  212(b)(1)(B) 1996Par. (1). Pub. L. 104186 1991Par. (2)(A). Pub. L. 10290 1990 Pub. L. 101520 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Order of the Speaker of the House of Representatives Speaker Pelosi, May 6, 2022 Pursuant to the authority vested in the Speaker by section 311(d) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1988, as amended by section 212(b) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2020 ( 2 U.S.C. 4532 Ordered, pay for specified positions SEC. 1. (a) The annual rate of pay for the Clerk, the Sergeant-at-Arms, the Chief Administrative Officer, the Chaplain, the General Counsel to the House, the Inspector General, the Director of Interparliamentary Affairs, the Attending Physician, and one additional position in the Office of the Sergeant at Arms with duties related to emergency preparedness, planning and operations is $203,700. (b) Subject to the maximum established under subsection (a), the annual rate of pay for the following positions is subject to the approval of the Speaker: (1) The Parliamentarian. (2) The Legislative Counsel. (3) The Law Revision Counsel. maximum and minimum rates of pay SEC. 2. (a) The maximum annual rate of pay is $203,700 for any employee whose pay is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer and is not otherwise provided for in this Order or otherwise limited by law, rule, or regulation. (b) The minimum annual rate of pay is $45,000 for any full-time employee whose pay is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer, subject to the rules and regulations promulgated by the Committee on House Administration. pay for shared employees SEC. 3. An employee who, under applicable rules and regulations, is paid from two (2) or more House sources may receive pay totaling the highest limitation applicable to any of the positions the employee occupies. effective date SEC. 4. This Order shall apply to pay periods beginning on or after the date on which the Order is signed, except that section 2(b) shall take effect September 1, 2022 Prior Orders of the Speaker of the House of Representatives were issued on the following dates: Aug. 12, 2021 Aug. 1, 2021 Jan. 27, 2020 Jan. 1, 2020 Jan. 9, 2009 Jan. 1, 2009 Jan. 8, 2008 Jan. 1, 2008 Dec. 18, 2005 Jan. 1, 2006 Jan. 7, 2005 Jan. 1, 2005 Feb. 3, 2004 Jan. 1, 2004 Jan. 3, 2004 Jan. 1, 2004 Jan. 9, 2003 Jan. 1, 2003 Jan. 5, 2002 Jan. 1, 2002 Jan. 5, 2001 Jan. 1, 2001 Jan. 5, 2000 Jan. 1, 2000 Feb. 3, 1999 Feb. 1, 1999 Jan. 24, 1997 Feb. 1, 1997 Jan. 17, 1995 Jan. 4, 1995 May 11, 1993 May 1, 1993 Feb. 27, 1992 Jan. 1, 1992 Jan. 28, 1991 Jan. 1, 1991 Feb. 8, 1990 Feb. 1, 1990 Jan. 20, 1988 Jan. 1, 1988  4533. Single per annum gross rates of pay for employees  Whenever the rate of pay of an employee whose pay is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives is fixed or adjusted on or after the effective date of this section, that rate, as so fixed or adjusted, shall be a single per annum gross rate. ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  471 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1193 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  210(1) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1743  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 331 of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title Inconsistent Provisions Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  477(b) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1195 All provisions of law inconsistent with any provision of this Part [Part 7 of title IV of Pub. L. 91510 [ Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  477(b) Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  4534. Obsolete references in existing law to basic pay rates In any case in which (1) the rate of pay of any employee or position, or class of employees or positions, the pay for whom or for which is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, or any maximum or minimum rate with respect to any such employee, position, or class, is referred to in or provided by statute or House resolution; and (2) the rate so referred to or provided is a basic rate with respect to which additional pay is provided by law; such statutory provision or resolution shall be deemed to refer, in lieu of such basic rate, to the per annum gross rate which an employee receiving such basic rate immediately prior to the effective date of this section would receive, without regard to such statutory provision or resolution, under section 334 1 1 ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  475 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1195 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  210(4) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1743  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 334 of this title Pub. L. 104186, title II,  210(3)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1743 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 335 of this title Amendments 1996Par. (1). Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  4535. Saving provision The provisions of this Part 1 1 (1) limit or otherwise affect any authority for the making of any appointment to, or for fixing or adjusting the pay for, any position for which the pay is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives; or (2) affect the continuity of employment of, or reduce the pay of, any employee whose pay is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House. ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  476 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1195 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  210(5) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1743  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Part, referred to in text, means Part 7 ( 471477) of title IV of Pub. L. 91510 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1193 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 336 of this title Amendments 1996Pars. (1), (2). Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  4536. Student loan repayment program for House employees (a) Program to cover student loan repayment, educational assistance, and professional development for House employees (1) Establishment The Chief Administrative Officer shall establish a program under which an employing office of the House of Representatives may agree (A) to repay (by direct payment on behalf of the employee) any student loan previously taken out by an employee of the office; (B) to make direct payments on behalf of an employee of the office or to reimburse an employee of the office for expenses paid by the employee for the employees educational and professional development; and (C) to make direct payments on behalf of an employee of the office or to reimburse an employee of the office for credentialing, professional accreditation, professional licensure, and professional certification expenses paid by the employee. (2) Exclusion of members For purposes of this section, a Member of the House of Representatives (including a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress) shall not be considered to be an employee of the House of Representatives. (b) Lifetime limit on aggregate payments made on behalf of any individual The aggregate amount of payments made on behalf of any individual under the program under this section by all employing offices of the House of Representatives may not exceed $80,000. (c) Regulations The Committee on House Administration shall promulgate such regulations as may be necessary to carry out the program under this section. (d) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out the program under this section during fiscal year 2003 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  105 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 354 Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  114(a) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1636 Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  114(a) Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4923  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60c6 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Resolution, 2003. Amendments 2022Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 117328 2020Subsecs. (b) to (d). Pub. L. 116260 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2022 Amendment Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  114(b) Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4923 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to payments made during fiscal year 2023 or any succeeding fiscal year. Effective Date of 2020 Amendment Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  114(b)(1) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1636 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2021 and each succeeding fiscal year. Permitting Additional Payments on Behalf of Individuals Whose Payments Reached Prior Limit Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  114(b)(2) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1636  In promulgating regulations to carry out the amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section], the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives shall include regulations to permit payments to be made under the program under section 105 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003 ( 2 U.S.C. 4536 (A) is an employee of an employing office of the House during fiscal year 2021 or any succeeding fiscal year; (B) prior to fiscal year 2021, had payments made on the individuals behalf under the program under such section; and (C) prior to fiscal year 2021, became ineligible to have payments made on the individuals behalf under the program because the aggregate amount of the payments made on the individuals behalf under the program reached the limit on such aggregate amount which (under regulations promulgated by the Committee) was in effect prior to fiscal year 2021.  4537. Lump sum payment for accrued annual leave of House employees (a) Approval; amount; source of payments Upon the approval of the appropriate employing authority, an employee of the House of Representatives may be paid a lump sum for the accrued annual leave of the employee or for any other purpose. The lump sum (1) shall be paid in an amount not more than the lesser of (A) the amount of the monthly pay of the employee, as determined by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives; or (B) in the case of a lump sum payment for the accrued annual leave of the employee, the amount equal to the monthly pay of the employee, as determined by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, divided by 30, and multiplied by the number of days of the accrued annual leave of the employee; (2) shall be paid (A) for clerk hire employees, from the clerk hire allowance of the Member; (B) for committee employees, from amounts appropriated for committees; and (C) for other employees, from amounts appropriated to the employing authority; and (3) shall be based on the rate of pay in effect with respect to the employee on the last day of employment of the employee. (b) Regulations The Committee on House Oversight shall have authority to prescribe regulations to carry out this section. (c) Employee of the House of Representatives defined As used in this section, the term employee of the House of Representatives means an employee whose pay is disbursed by the Clerk of the House of Representatives or the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, as applicable, except that such term does not include a uniformed or civilian support employee under the Capitol Police Board. (d) Separations after June 30, 1995 Payments under this section may be made with respect to separations from employment taking place after June 30, 1995 ( Pub. L. 10453, title I,  109 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 522 Pub. L. 10555, title I,  103(a) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1183  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60 o Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1996, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1996. Amendments 1997Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10555,  103(a)(1) Subsec. (a)(1)(B). Pub. L. 10555,  103(a)(3) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 1997 Amendment Pub. L. 10555, title I,  103(b) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1183 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply to fiscal years beginning on or after October 1, 1997  4538. Reimbursement of residential telecommunications expenses for House Members, officers, and employees (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, official resources may be used during a fiscal year (beginning with fiscal year 1999), in accordance with regulations of the Committee on House Oversight, to reimburse a Member, officer, or employee of the House of Representatives for the ordinary and necessary expenses related to the official use of telecommunications lines in the residence of the Member, officer, or employee. (b) The Committee on House Oversight shall promulgate such regulations as are necessary to implement this section. ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  109 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2439  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 127b of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1999, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1999. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Part B Administration  4551. Day for paying salaries of the House of Representatives  The usual day for paying salaries in or under the House of Representatives shall be the last day of each month, except that if the last day of a month falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or a legal public holiday, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall pay such salaries on the first weekday which precedes the last day. ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  116(a) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 573  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60d1 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 2002, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2002. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 10768, title I,  116(c) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 573 This section [enacting this section and repealing sections 60d, 60e, and 60e1 of this title] and the amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to pay periods beginning after the expiration of the 1-year period which begins on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Nov. 12, 2001  4552. Certificates to pay rolls of employees of House  The Clerk, Sergeant at Arms, and Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall make certificate each month to their respective pay rolls, stating whether the persons named in such pay rolls and employed in their respective departments have been actually present at their respective places of duty and have actually performed the services for which compensation is provided in said pay rolls, and in each case where a person carried on such pay roll has been absent and has not performed the services in whole or in part for which payment is proposed, the reason for such absence and for such nonperformance of services shall be stated. ( Mar. 3, 1901, ch. 830,  1 31 Stat. 968 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(41) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1736  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 89 of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186  4553. Gratuities for survivors of deceased House employees; computation  The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives is on and after July 2, 1954 ( July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 403 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(70) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1740  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 125 of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186  4554. Waiver by Speaker of House of claims of United States arising out of erroneous payments to officers or employees paid by Chief Administrative Officer of House (a) Waiver of claim for erroneous payment of pay or allowances A claim of the United States against a person arising out of an erroneous payment of any pay or allowances, other than travel and transportation expenses and allowances, on or after July 25, 1974 (b) Investigation and report An application for waiver of a claim shall be investigated by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives who shall submit a written report of his investigation to the Speaker of the House. (c) Prohibition of waiver The Speaker of the House may not exercise his authority under this section to waive any claim (1) if, in his opinion, there exists, in connection with the claim, an indication of fraud, misrepresentation, fault, or lack of good faith on the part of the officer or employee or any other person having an interest in obtaining a waiver of the claim; or (2) if the application for waiver is received in his office after the expiration of 3 years immediately following the date on which the erroneous payment of pay or allowances was discovered. (d) Credit for waiver In the audit and settlement of the accounts of any accountable officer or official, full credit shall be given for any amounts with respect to which collection by the United States is waived under this section. (e) Effect of waiver An erroneous payment, the collection of which is waived under this section, is deemed a valid payment for all purposes. (f) Construction with other laws This section does not affect any authority under any other law to litigate, settle, compromise, or waive any claim of the United States. (g) Rules and regulations The Speaker of the House shall prescribe rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this section. ( Pub. L. 93359,  3 July 25, 1974 88 Stat. 395 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(76) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1742 Pub. L. 104316, title I,  102(c) Oct. 19, 1996 110 Stat. 3828  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 130d of this title Amendments 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104316 Pub. L. 104186 Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 104186  4555. Withholding of State income tax by Chief Administrative Officer of House (a) Agreement with proper State official; covered individuals Until otherwise provided by law, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall, in accordance with subsections (b), (c), and (d) enter into an agreement with any State, at the request for agreement from the proper State official. The agreement shall provide that the Chief Administrative Officer shall withhold State income tax in the case of each Member and employee who is subject to such income tax and who voluntarily requests such withholding. (b) Number of remittances authorized Any agreement entered into under subsection (a) shall not require the Chief Administrative Officer to remit sums withheld pursuant to any such agreement more often than once each calendar quarter. (c) Acceptance or disapproval of proposed agreement by Committee on House Administration (1) The Chief Administrative Officer shall, before entering into any agreement under subsection (a), transmit a statement with respect to the proposed agreement to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives (hereinafter in this section and section 4556 of this title (2) If the committee does not disapprove, through appropriate action, any proposed agreement transmitted to the committee under paragraph (1) no later than ten legislative days after receiving such proposed agreement, then the Chief Administrative Officer may enter into such proposed agreement. The Chief Administrative Officer may not enter into any proposed agreement if such proposed agreement is disapproved by the committee under this paragraph. (d) Number and effective date of requests for withholding; change of designated State; revocation of request (1) A Member or employee may have in effect at any time only one request for withholding under subsection (a), and such Member or employee may not have more than two such requests in effect with respect to different States during any one calendar year. The request for withholding is effective on the first day of the month in which the request is processed by the Chief Administrative Officer, but in no event later than on the first day of the first month beginning after the day on which such request is received by the Chief Administrative Officer, except that (A) when the Chief Administrative Officer first enters into an agreement with a State under subsection (a), a request for withholding shall be effective on such date as the Chief Administrative Officer may determine; (B) when an individual first receives an appointment as an employee, the request shall be effective on the day of appointment, if the individual makes the request at the time of appointment; and (C) when an individual first becomes a Member, the request shall be effective on the day such individual takes the oath of office as a Member, if the individual makes the request at such time. (2) A Member or employee may change the State designated by such Member or employee for purposes of having withholdings made, and may request that the withholdings be remitted in accordance with such change. A Member or employee also may revoke any request of such Member or employee for withholding. Any change in the State designated or revocation is effective on the first day of the month in which the request or the revocation is processed by the Chief Administrative Officer, but in no event later than on the first day of the first month beginning after the day on which such request or revocation is received by the Chief Administrative Officer. (e) Provisions as not imposing duty, burden, requirement or penalty on United States, House, or any officer or employee of United States; effect of filing paper, form, or document with Chief Administrative Officer This section and section 4556 of this title section 4556 of this title section 4556 of this title section 4556 of this title section 4556 of this title ( Pub. L. 94440, title II,  101 Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1448 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(4) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1730  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60e1a of this title Section is based on section 1 of House Resolution No. 732, Ninety-fourth Congress, Nov. 4, 1975 Pub. L. 94440 Amendments 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104186,  204(4)(B) (1) the Clerk, in the case of employees whose compensation is disbursed by the Clerk; and (2) the Sergeant at Arms, in the case of Members of the House of Representatives; shall withhold. Pub. L. 104186,  204(4)(A) section 60e1b of this title section 60e1b of this title Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 104186,  204(4)(C) Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 104186,  204(4)(D) Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 104186,  204(4)(E) Subsecs. (d), (e). Pub. L. 104186,  204(4)(F)  4556. State income tax withholding; definitions For purposes of section 4555 of this title (1) the term State means any of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or any other territory or possession of the United States; (2) the term Member means a Member of the House of Representatives, the Delegates from the District of Columbia, Guam, and the Virgin Islands, and the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico; and (3) the term legislative days does not include any calendar day on which the House of Representatives is not in session. ( Pub. L. 94440, title II,  101 Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1448  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60e1b of this title Section is based on section 2 of House Resolution No. 732, Ninety-fourth Congress, Nov. 4, 1975 Pub. L. 94440  4557. Withholding of charitable contributions by Chief Administrative Officer of House (a) Authority Until otherwise provided by law and except as provided in subsection (c), the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall (1) notify employees of the opportunity to have amounts withheld from their compensation for contribution to charitable organizations; and (2) if an employee files with such officer a voluntary request specifying the amount to be withheld and one Combined Federal Campaign Center in the Washington metropolitan area to receive such amount (A) withhold such amount from the compensation of such employee, and (B) transmit (not less than once each calendar quarter) the amount so withheld to the Combined Federal Campaign Center as specified in such request. (b) Time of fundraising activities The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall, to the extent practicable, carry out subsection (a) at or about the time of the Combined Federal Campaign and other fundraising in the executive branch of the Federal Government conducted pursuant to Executive Order 10927, dated March 18, 1961 (c) Minimum amounts withheld (1) No amount shall be withheld under subsection (a) from the compensation of any employee for any pay period if the amount of such compensation for such period is less than the sum of (A) the amount specified to be withheld from such compensation under subsection (a) for such period, plus (B) the amount of all other withholdings from such compensation for such period. (2) No amount may be specified by an employee to be withheld for any pay period under subsection (a) which is less than (A) 50 cents, if the pay period of such individual is biweekly or semimonthly; or (B) $1, if the pay period of such individual is monthly. (d) Duty, burden, or requirement not imposed This section imposes no duty, burden, or requirement upon the United States, the House of Representatives, or any officer or employee of the United States, except as specifically provided in this section. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to consent to the application of any provision of law which has the effect of subjecting the United States, the House of Representatives, or any officer or employee of the United States to any penalty or liability by reason of the provisions of this section. Any paper, form, document, or any other item filed with, or submitted to, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives under this section is considered to be a paper of the House of Representatives within the provisions of the Rules of the House of Representatives. ( Pub. L. 95391, title I,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 777 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(5)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1730  Editorial Notes  References in Text Executive Order 10927, dated March 18, 1961 Mar. 23, 1982 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60e1c of this title Section is based on section 1 of House Resolution No. 12, Ninety-fifth Congress, August 5, 1977 Pub. L. 95391 Amendments 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104186,  204(5)(A)(i) Subsecs. (b), (d). Pub. L. 104186,  204(5)(A)(ii)  4558. Withholding of charitable contributions; definitions For purposes of section 4557 of this title (1) the term charitable organizations means national voluntary health and welfare agencies designated by the Director of the Office of Personnel Management pursuant to Executive Order 10927, dated March 19, 1961 (2) the term employee means any employee of the House of Representatives whose compensation is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives. ( Pub. L. 95391, title I,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 777 Jan. 1, 1979 92 Stat. 3783 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(5)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1730  Editorial Notes  References in Text Executive Order 10927, dated March 18, 1961 Mar. 23, 1982 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60e1d of this title Section is based on section 2 of House Resolution No. 12, Ninety-fifth Congress, August 5, 1977 Pub. L. 95391 Amendments 1996Par. (1). Pub. L. 104186,  204(5)(B)(i) Par. (2). Pub. L. 104186,  204(5)(B)(ii) Par. (3). Pub. L. 104186,  204(5)(B)(iii) Executive Documents  Transfer of Functions Director of the Office of Personnel Management substituted for Chairman of the Civil Service Commission in par. (1) pursuant to Reorg. Plan No. 2 of 1978,  102, 43 F.R. 36037, 92 Stat. 3783 section 1101 of Title 5 Jan. 1, 1979 Dec. 28, 1978 section 1101 of Title 5  4559. Certification of indebtedness of employees of House; withholding of amount  Whenever an employee of the House of Representatives becomes indebted to the House of Representatives and fails to pay the indebtedness, the chairman of the committee or the elected officer of the House of Representatives that has jurisdiction over the activity under which the indebtedness arises may certify to the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives the amount of the indebtedness. The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives is authorized to withhold the amount so certified from any amount which is disbursed by him and which is due to, or on behalf of, such employee. Whenever an amount is withheld under this section, the appropriate account shall be credited in an amount equal to the amount so withheld. As used in this section, the term employee of the House of Representatives means any person in the legislative branch of the Government whose salary, wages, or other compensation is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives. ( Pub. L. 85492 July 2, 1958 72 Stat. 293 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(42) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1736  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 89a of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186  4560. Deductions by Chief Administrative Officer in disbursement of gratuity appropriations  The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives is authorized, in the disbursement of gratuity appropriations, to make deductions of such amounts as may be due to or through his office or as may be due the House of Representatives. ( May 29, 1928, ch. 853,  1 45 Stat. 885 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(26) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1734  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 80a of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 SUBCHAPTER III SENATE Part A Amount and Type  4571. Senate pay adjustments; action by President pro tempore of Senate (a) Each time the President adjusts the rates of pay of employees under section 5303 of title 5 (1) (A) adjust the rates of pay of personnel whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate, and any minimum or maximum rate applicable to any such personnel; (B) in the case of such personnel appointed to positions for which the rates of pay for the particular positions were fixed by or pursuant to law at specific rates on the day before the effective date of the amendments made by section 212 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2020, adjust such rates; and (C) in the case of such personnel appointed to positions for which the maximum rates of pay for the particular positions were fixed by or pursuant to law on the day before such effective date, adjust such maximum rates; and (2) adjust any limitation or allowance applicable to such personnel; by percentages which are equal or equivalent, insofar as practicable, to the percentages of the adjustments made by the President under such section 5303 (and, as the case may be, section 5304 or 5304a of such title, as applied to employees employed in the pay locality of the Washington, D.C.-Baltimore, Maryland consolidated metropolitan statistical area) for corresponding rates of pay for employees subject to the General Schedule contained in section 5332 of such title, subject to section 4575(f) of this title (b) The adjustments made by the President pro tempore shall be made in such manner as he considers advisable and shall have the force and effect of law. (c) Nothing in this section shall impair any authority pursuant to which rates of pay may be fixed by administrative action. (d) Any percentage used in any statute specifically providing for an adjustment in rates of pay in lieu of an adjustment made under section 5303 of title 5 (e) For purposes of this section, the term personnel does not include any Senator. ( Pub. L. 91656,  4 Jan. 8, 1971 84 Stat. 1952 Pub. L. 92298,  3(a) May 17, 1972 86 Stat. 146 Pub. L. 92392,  14(a) Aug. 19, 1972 86 Stat. 575 Pub. L. 9482, title II,  204(d) Aug. 9, 1975 89 Stat. 422 Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title III,  311(a), (b)] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Pub. L. 101509, title V,  529 [title I,  101(b)(4)(E)] Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 1427 Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  2] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(2)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2774 Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title II,  213(a)(2)(A) Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 527  Editorial Notes  References in Text The effective date of the amendments made by section 212 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2020, referred to in subsec. (a), is the effective date of section 212 of div. E of Pub. L. 11694 Section 3(c) of this Act, referred to in subsec. (a), is section 3(c) of Pub. L. 91656 section 5303 of Title 5 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60a1 of this title Amendments 2022Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 117103,  213(a)(2)(A)(i) section 4575(f) of this title Subsecs. (d) to (f). Pub. L. 117103,  213(a)(2)(A)(ii) section 5314 of title 5 2019Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11694,  212(a)(2)(A)(i)(II) December 31, 1986 Subsec. (a)(1)(B), (C). Pub. L. 11694,  212(a)(2)(A)(i)(I) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 11694,  212(a)(2)(A)(ii) December 31, 1986 2000Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  2(1)] section 5303 of title 5 Subsecs. (e), (f). Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  2(2), (3)] 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101509 1987Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title III,  311(a)] Dec. 31, 1986 Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title III,  311(b)] Dec. 31, 1986 1975Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 9482 section 5314 of title 5 section 5316 of title 5 1972Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 92298 Pub. L. 92392 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2022 Amendment Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title II,  213(b) Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 527 This section [amending this section and sections 4573 and 4575 of this title] and the amendments made by this section shall take effect on the first day of the first applicable pay period beginning on or after the date of enactment of this Act [ Mar. 15, 2022 Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of div. E of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 101509 Nov. 5, 1990 Pub. L. 101509 section 5301 of Title 5 Effective Date of 1987 Amendment Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title III,  311(c)] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act [see Tables for classification] or any other provision of law, subsections (a) and (b) of this section [amending this section] shall be effective in the case of pay orders issued by the President pro tempore of the Senate on or after January 1, 1988 Effective Date of 1972 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 92392 Aug. 19, 1972 section 15(a) of Pub. L. 92392 section 5341 of Title 5 Order of the President Pro Tempore of the United States Senate March 15, 2022 By virtue of the authority vested in me by section 4 of the Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( 2 U.S.C. 4571 2 U.S.C. 4575a Pub. L. 117103 5 U.S.C. 5318 Public Law 101194 section 4501 of this title section 104 of Title 3 section 5318 of Title 5 section 461 of Title 28 January 1, 2022 it is hereby Ordered, definitions Section (1) the term employee includes an officer (other than a United States Senator); and (2) pursuant to the authority under the amendments made by section 213 of division I of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022, the term annual rate for level II means the annual rate of basic pay for level II of the Executive Schedule under section 5313 of title 5 Mar. 15, 2022 rate of pay for statutory employees Sec (b) The annual rates of compensation of the Secretary for the Majority and the Secretary for the Minority shall each be equal to the annual rate for level II. (c) The annual rates of compensation of the Deputy Legislative Counsel and the Senior Counsels in the Office of the Legislative Counsel shall each be equal to, and the maximum annual rates of compensation for the Assistant Secretary of the Senate, the Parliamentarian, the Financial Clerk, the Assistant to the Majority Leader for Floor Operations, the Assistant to the Minority Leader for Floor Operations, the Chief of Staff for the Majority Leader, and the Chief of Staff for the Minority Leader shall not exceed, the annual rate for level II. chaplains office Sec offices of senate Sec (1) The Vice President, for any employee under his or her jurisdiction. (2) The President pro tempore, for any employee under his or her jurisdiction. (3) The Majority Leader and the Minority Leader, for any employee under their respective jurisdictions (subject, in the case of the Assistant to the Majority Leader for Floor Operations, the Assistant to the Minority Leader for Floor Operations, the Chief of Staff for the Majority Leader, and the Chief of Staff for the Minority Leader, respectively, to the provisions of section 2(c) of this Order). (4) The Majority Whip and the Minority Whip, for any employee under their respective jurisdictions. (5) The Secretary of the Conference of the Majority and the Secretary of the Conference of the Minority, for any employee under their respective jurisdictions. (6) The Secretary of the Senate, for any employee under his or her jurisdiction (subject to the provisions of section 2(c) of this Order). (7) The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper, for any employee under his or her jurisdiction. (8) The Chaplain, for any employee under his or her jurisdiction. (9) The Legislative Counsel, subject to the approval of the President pro tempore, for any employee under his or her jurisdiction (other than the Deputy Legislative Counsel and the Senior Counsels). (10) The Senate Legal Counsel, for any employee under his or her jurisdiction. (11) The Secretary for the Majority and the Secretary for the Minority, for any employee under their respective jurisdictions. (12) The appointing authority of any Senate entity not referred to under paragraphs (1) through (11), for any employee under its jurisdiction. (b) No officer or employee within the Office of the Secretary of the Senate and no officer or employee within the Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper shall, for any period of time, be paid gross compensation at an annual rate which is in excess of the annual rate for level II. committee staffs Sec 2 U.S.C. 4575 (b) The maximum annual rate of compensation for an employee described in subsection (a) shall be the annual rate for level II. senators offices Sec 2 U.S.C. 4575 (b) Each of the dollar amounts contained in the table under section 105(d)(1)(A) of such Act shall be deemed to be the dollar amounts in that table, as adjusted by law and in effect on December 31, 2021 (c)(1) The figure $3,196 referred to in the second sentence of section 105(d)(2) of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1968 ( 2 U.S.C. 4575(d)(2) January 5, 2021 (2) The maximum annual rate of compensation for an employee described in subsection (a) shall be the annual rate for level II. (d) The amount referred to under section 111(a) of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1978 [ Pub. L. 9594 2 U.S.C. 4575 Public Law 102392 106 Stat. 1706 (1) $521,700 through the day before the first day of the first applicable pay period beginning on or after the date of enactment of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2022 [div. I of Pub. L. 117103 Mar. 15, 2022 (2) $611,100 after the day described in paragraph (1). general limitation Sec 2 U.S.C. 4575(f) January 5, 2021 (b) The maximum annual rate of compensation for an employee described in section 105(f) of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1968 ( 2 U.S.C. 4575(f) notifying disbursing office of increases Sec 2 U.S.C. 4575(a)(2) 2 U.S.C. 4575(a)(2) dual compensation Sec section 5533(c)(1) of title 5 January 5, 2021 office of the senate legal counsel Sec (b) The annual rate of compensation of the Deputy Senate Legal Counsel shall be equal to the annual rate for level II. (c) The maximum annual rate of compensation of each Assistant Senate Legal Counsel may not at any time exceed the annual rate for level II. effective date Sec January 1, 2022  Patrick Leahy President pro tempore Prior Orders of the President pro tempore of the Senate were issued on the following dates: Jan. 5, 2021 Jan. 1, 2021 Jan. 6, 2020 Jan. 1, 2020 Apr. 1, 2019 Jan. 1, 2019 Mar. 23, 2018 Jan. 1, 2018 May 5, 2017 Jan. 1, 2017 Dec. 28, 2015 Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 23, 2014 Jan. 1, 2015 Jan. 27, 2014 Jan. 1, 2014 Jan. 5, 2010 Jan. 1, 2010 Mar. 12, 2009 Jan. 1, 2009 Jan. 7, 2008 Jan. 1, 2008 Feb. 16, 2007 Jan. 1, 2007 Jan. 4, 2006 Jan. 1, 2006 Jan. 3, 2005 Jan. 1, 2005 Mar. 5, 2004 Jan. 1, 2004 Dec. 15, 2003 Jan. 1, 2004 Dec. 19, 2002 Mar. 27, 2003 Jan. 1, 2003 Dec. 20, 2001 Jan. 1, 2002 Dec. 20, 2000 Jan. 1, 2001 Dec. 12, 1999 Jan. 1, 2000 Dec. 16, 1998 Jan. 1, 1999 Dec. 19, 1997 Jan. 1, 1998 Dec. 18, 1996 Jan. 1, 1997 Dec. 28, 1994 Jan. 1, 1995 Dec. 17, 1992 Jan. 1, 1993 Dec. 18, 1991 Jan. 1, 1992 Dec. 20, 1990 Jan. 1, 1991 Dec. 21, 1989 Jan. 1, 1990 Dec. 9, 1988 Jan. 1, 1989 Jan. 4, 1988 Jan. 1, 1988 Dec. 19, 1986 Jan. 1, 1987 Jan. 4, 1985 Jan. 1, 1985 Dec. 20, 1983 May 2, 1987 Jan. 1, 1984 Oct. 1, 1982 Oct. 1, 1982 Oct. 5, 1981 Dec. 15, 1981 Jan. 1, 1981 Oct. 1, 1980 Oct. 1, 1980 Oct. 13, 1979 Oct. 1, 1979 Oct. 9, 1978 Oct. 1, 1978 Sept. 29, 1977 Oct. 1, 1977 Oct. 8, 1976 Oct. 1, 1976 Oct. 2, 1975 Oct. 1, 1975 Oct. 7, 1974 Oct. 1, 1975 Oct. 4, 1973 Oct. 1, 1973 Dec. 16, 1972 Jan. 1, 1973 Dec. 23, 1971 Jan. 1, 1972 Jan. 15, 1971 Feb. 1, 1971 Apr. 15, 1970 May 1, 1970 June 17, 1969 July 1, 1969 June 12, 1968 July 1, 1968 Increase in Compensation of Officers of Senate; Limitations on Basic and Gross Compensation1966 Pub. L. 89504, title III,  302(g) July 18, 1966 80 Stat. 295  (g) Notwithstanding the provision referred to in subsection (h), the rates of gross compensation of the Secretary for the Majority of the Senate, the Secretary for the Minority of the Senate, the Chief Reporter of Debates of the Senate, the Parliamentarian of the Senate, the Senior Counsel in the Office of the Legislative Counsel of the Senate, the Chief Clerk of the Senate, the Chaplain of the Senate, and the Postmaster and Assistant Postmaster of the Senate are hereby increased by 2.9 per centum. (h) The paragraph imposing limitations on basic and gross compensation of officers and employees of the Senate appearing under the heading SENATE in the Legislative Appropriation Act, 1956, as amended ( 74 Stat. 304 Public Law 86568 Pub. L. 9057,  105(i)(3) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 144 Aug. 1, 1967 Increase in Compensation of Officers of Senate; Limitations on Basic and Gross Compensation1965 Pub. L. 89301,  11(g) Oct. 29, 1965 79 Stat. 1121  (g) Notwithstanding the provision referred to in subsection (h), the rates of gross compensation of the Secretary for the Majority of the Senate, the Secretary for the Minority of the Senate, the Chief Reporter of Debates of the Senate, the Parliamentarian of the Senate, the Senior Counsel in the Office of the Legislative Counsel of the Senate, the Chief Clerk of the Senate, the Chaplain of the Senate, and the Postmaster and Assistant Postmaster of the Senate are hereby increased by 3.6 per centum. (h) The paragraph imposing limitations on basic and gross compensation of officers and employees of the Senate appearing under the heading SENATE in the Legislative Appropriation Act, 1956, as amended ( 74 Stat. 304 Public Law 86568 Pub. L. 9057,  105(i)(3) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 144 Aug. 1, 1967 Increase in Compensation of Officers of Senate; Limitations on Basic and Gross Compensation1964 Pub. L. 88426, title II,  202(f) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 414  (f) Notwithstanding the provision referred to in subsection (g), the rates of gross compensation of the Secretary for the Majority of the Senate, the Secretary for the Minority of the Senate, the Official Reporters of Debates of the Senate, the Parliamentarian of the Senate, the Senior Counsel in the Office of the Legislative Counsel of the Senate, and the Chief Clerk of the Senate are hereby increased by an amount which is equal to the amount of the increase which would be provided by subsection (a) of this section [former section 60e11 of this title (g) The paragraph imposing limitations on basic and gross compensation of officers and employees of the Senate appearing under the heading SENATE in the Legislative Appropriation Act, 1956, as amended ( 74 Stat. 304 Public Law 86568 Pub. L. 9057,  105(i)(3) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 144 Aug. 1, 1967 Increase in Compensation of Officers of Senate; Limitations on Basic and Gross Compensation1962 Pub. L. 87793, title VI,  1005(c) Oct. 11, 1962 76 Stat. 867  (c) Notwithstanding the provision referred to in subsection (d), the rates of gross compensation of the elected officers of the Senate (except the Presiding Officer of the Senate), the Legislative Counsel of the Senate, the Official Reporters of Debates of the Senate, the Parliamentarian of the Senate, the Senior Counsel in the Office of the Legislative Counsel of the Senate, and the Chief Clerk of the Senate are hereby increased by 7 per centum. (d) The paragraph imposing limitations on basic and gross compensation of officers and employees of the Senate appearing under the heading SENATE in the Legislative Appropriation Act, 1956, as amended ( 74 Stat. 304 Public Law 86568  No officer or employee whose compensation is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate shall be paid basic compensation at a rate in excess of $8,880 per annum, or gross compensation at a rate in excess of $18,880 per annum, unless expressly authorized by law.  Pub. L. 9057,  105(i)(3) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 144 Aug. 1, 1967 Increase in Compensation of Officers of Senate; Limitations on Basic and Gross Compensation1960 Pub. L. 86568, title I,  117(c) July 1, 1960 74 Stat. 303  (c) Notwithstanding the provision referred to in subsection (d), the rates of gross compensation of each of the elected officers of the Senate (except the Presiding Officer of the Senate), the Parliamentarian of the Senate, the Legislative Counsel of the Senate, the Senior Counsel in the Office of the Legislative Counsel of the Senate, and the Chief Clerk of the Senate are hereby increased by 7.5 per centum. (d) The paragraph imposing limitations on basic and gross compensation of officers and employees of the Senate appearing under the heading SENATE in the Legislative Appropriation Act, 1956 ( 69 Stat. 510  No officer or employee whose compensation is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate shall be paid basic compensation at a rate in excess of $8,880 per annum, or gross compensation at a rate in excess of $17,525 per annum, unless expressly authorized by law.  Pub. L. 9057,  105(i)(3) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 144 Aug. 1, 1967 Increase in Compensation of Officers of Senate; Limitations on Basic and Gross Compensation1958 Pub. L. 85462,  4(c) June 20, 1958 72 Stat. 208  (c) Notwithstanding the provision referred to in subsection (d), the rates of gross compensation of each of the elected officers of the Senate (except the presiding officer of the Senate), the Parliamentarian of the Senate, the Legislative Counsel of the Senate, the Senior Counsel in the Office of the Legislative Counsel of the Senate, and the Chief Clerk of the Senate are hereby increased by 10 per centum. (d) The paragraph imposing limitations on basic and gross compensation of officers and employees of the Senate appearing under the heading SENATE in the Legislative Appropriation Act, 1956 ( 69 Stat. 510  No officer or employee, whose compensation is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate shall be paid basic compensation at a rate in excess of $8,880 per annum, or gross compensation at a rate in excess of $16,300 per annum, unless expressly authorized by law.  Pub. L. 9057,  105(i) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 144 Aug. 1, 1967 Increase in Compensation of Officers of Senate and House1955 Act June 28, 1955, ch. 189,  4(c) 69 Stat. 176 The rates of basic compensation of each of the elected officers of the Senate and the House of Representatives (not including the presiding officers of the two Houses), the Parliamentarian of the Senate, the Parliamentarian of the House of Representatives, the Legislative Counsel of the Senate, the Legislative Counsel of the House of Representatives, and the Coordinator of Information of the House of Representatives are hereby increased by 7.5 per centum. Increase in Compensation of Officers of Senate and House1951 Act Oct. 24, 1951, ch. 554,  2(e) 65 Stat. 614 The rates of basic compensation of each of the elected officers of the Senate and the House of Representatives (not including the presiding officers of the two Houses), the Parliamentarian of the Senate, the Parliamentarian of the House of Representatives, the legislative counsel of the Senate, the legislative counsel of the House of Representatives, and the Coordinator of Information of the House of Representatives are hereby increased by 10 per centum, except that in no case shall any such rate be increased by less than $300 per annum or by more than $800 per annum. Increase in Compensation of Officers of Senate and House1949 Act Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 783, title I,  101(d) 63 Stat. 974 The rates of basic compensation of each of the elected officers of the Senate and the House of Representatives (not including the presiding officers of the two Houses) are hereby increased by 5 per centum.  4572. Rates of compensation paid by Secretary of Senate; applicability of Senate pay adjustments by President pro tempore of Senate  No provision of this Act or of any Act enacted after October 1, 1976 section 4571 of this title ( Pub. L. 94440, title I,  107 Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1444  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in text, means the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1977, Pub. L. 94440 Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1439 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60a1a of this title  4573. Senate pay adjustments; action by President pro tempore of Senate (a) Whenever, after November 5, 1990 section 5303 of title 5 section 4575(f) of this title (b) Adjustments made by the President pro tempore under this section shall be made in such manner as he considers advisable and shall have the force and effect of law. ( Pub. L. 101520, title III,  315 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2283 Pub. L. 10290, title III,  308 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 466 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(2)(B) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775 Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title II,  213(a)(2)(B) Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 527  Editorial Notes  References in Text The General Schedule, referred to in subsec. (a), is set out under section 5332 of Title 5 The effective date of the amendments made by section 212 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2020, referred to in subsec. (a), is the effective date of section 212 of div. E of Pub. L. 11694 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60a1b of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1991. Amendments 2022Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 117103 section 4575(f) of this title 2019Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11694 December 31, 1986 1991Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10290 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2022 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 117103 Mar. 15, 2022 section 213(b) of div. I of Pub. L. 117103 section 4571 of this title Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of div. E of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title  4574. Limit on rate of compensation of Senate officers and employees  No officer or employee of the Senate shall receive pay for any services performed by him at any rate higher than that provided for the office or employment to which he has been regularly appointed. ( Aug. 5, 1882, ch. 390,  1 22 Stat. 270  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61 of this title  4575. Gross rate of compensation of employees paid by Secretary of Senate (a) Annual rate; certification (1) Whenever the rate of compensation of any employee whose compensation is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate is fixed or adjusted on or after October 1, 1980 (2) New or changed rates of compensation (other than changes in rates which are made by law) of any such employee (other than an employee who is an elected officer of the Senate) shall be certified in writing to the Disbursing Office of the Senate (and, for purposes of this paragraph, a new rate of compensation refers to compensation in the case of an appointment, transfer from one Senate appointing authority to another, or promotion by an appointing authority to a position the compensation for which is fixed by law). In the case of an appointment or other new rate of compensation, the certification must be received by such office on or before the day the rate of new compensation is to become effective. In any other case, the changed rate of compensation shall take effect on the first day of the month in which such certification is received (if such certification is received within the first ten days of such month), on the first day of the month after the month in which such certification is received (if the day on which such certification is received is after the twenty-fifth day of the month in which it is received), and on the sixteenth day of the month in which such certification is received (if such certification is received after the tenth day and before the twenty-sixth day of such month). Notwithstanding the preceding sentence, if the certification for a changed rate of compensation for an employee specifies an effective date of such change, such change shall become effective on the date so specified, but only if the date so specified is the first or sixteenth day of a month and is after the effective date prescribed in the preceding sentence; and, notwithstanding such sentence and the preceding provisions of this sentence, any changed rate of compensation for a new employee or an employee transferred from one appointing authority to another shall take effect on the date of such employees appointment or transfer (as the case may be) if such date is later than the effective date for such changed rate of compensation as prescribed by such sentence. (b) Conversion; increase in compensation The rate of compensation of each employee whose compensation is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate which was fixed before August 1, 1967 August 1, 1967 section 4507(b) of this title section 4507(b) of this title (c) Reference in other provisions to basic rates and additional compensation as reference to per annum gross rate In any case in which the rate of compensation of any employee or position, or class of employees or positions, the compensation for which is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate, or any maximum or minimum rate with respect to any such employee, position, or class, is referred to in or provided by statute or Senate resolution, and the rate so referred to or provided is a basic rate with respect to which additional compensation is provided by law, such statutory provision or resolution shall be deemed to refer, in lieu of such basic rate, to the per annum gross rate which an employee receiving such basic rate immediately prior to August 1, 1967 (d) Compensation of employees in office of Senator; limitation; titles of positions (1) (A) Except as is otherwise provided in subparagraphs (B) and (C), the aggregate of gross compensation paid employees in the office of a Senator shall not exceed during each fiscal year the following: 1 1 $1,518,333 if the population of the State is less than 5,000,000; $1,573,297 if such population is 5,000,000 but less than 6,000,000; $1,628,265 if such population is 6,000,000 but less than 7,000,000; $1,683,230 if such population is 7,000,000 but less than 8,000,000; $1,738,197 if such population is 8,000,000 but less than 9,000,000; $1,793,161 if such population is 9,000,000 but less than 10,000,000; $1,848,130 if such population is 10,000,000 but less than 11,000,000; $1,903,096 if such population is 11,000,000 but less than 12,000,000; $1,958,061 if such population is 12,000,000 but less than 13,000,000; $2,013,027 if such population is 13,000,000 but less than 14,000,000; $2,067,994 if such population is 14,000,000 but less than 15,000,000; $2,122,960 if such population is 15,000,000 but less than 16,000,000; $2,177,928 if such population is 16,000,000 but less than 17,000,000; $2,232,894 if such population is 17,000,000 but less than 18,000,000; $2,268,057 if such population is 18,000,000 but less than 19,000,000; $2,303,224 if such population is 19,000,000 but less than 20,000,000; $2,338,391 if such population is 20,000,000 but less than 21,000,000; $2,373,558 if such population is 21,000,000 but less than 22,000,000; $2,408,725 if such population is 22,000,000 but less than 23,000,000; $2,443,891 if such population is 23,000,000 but less than 24,000,000; $2,479,054 if such population is 24,000,000 but less than 25,000,000; $2,514,218 if such population is 25,000,000 but less than 26,000,000; $2,549,387 if such population is 26,000,000 but less than 27,000,000; $2,584,552 if such population is 27,000,000 but less than 28,000,000; and $2,619,720 if such population is 28,000,000 or more. For any fiscal year, the population of a State shall be deemed to be whichever of the following is the higher: (I) the population of such State (as determined for purposes of this paragraph) for the preceding fiscal year; or (II) the population of such State as of the first day of such fiscal year, as determined by the latest census (provisional or otherwise) conducted prior to such first day by the Bureau of the Census within the Department of Commerce. If the population of any State, as determined under the preceding sentence, is not evenly divisible by 1,000,000, the population of such State shall be deemed to be increased to the next higher multiple of 1,000,000. If, for any period after a fiscal year has begun, the census figures of the most recent census conducted prior to the first day of such year have not been officially released, then, for such period, in the administration of this paragraph, it shall be assumed that the population of each State is the same as such States population (as determined for purposes of this paragraph) for the preceding fiscal year. In the event that the term of office of a Senator begins after the first month of a fiscal year or ends (except by reason of death, resignation, or expulsion) before the last month of a fiscal year, the aggregate amount available for gross compensation of employees in the office of such Senator for such year shall be the applicable amount contained in the preceding table, divided by 12, and multiplied by the number of months in such year which are included in the Senators term of office, counting any fraction of a month as a full month. (B) In the case of gross compensation paid to employees in the office of a Senator for the period commencing January 1, 1988 September 30, 1988 (i) the aggregate amount of gross compensation which is paid to employees in the office of such Senator for such period, plus (ii) the expenses paid to or on behalf of such Senator under authority of section 6314 of this title shall not exceed the aggregate of (iii) subject to the next sentence, the amount by which (I) the aggregate of the gross compensation which may be paid to employees in the office of such Senator for the fiscal year ending September 30, 1988 January 1, 1988 (iv) the amount described in section 6314(b)(2)(A)(iii) of this title In the event that the term of office of a Senator begins after the first month of the period which commences January 1, 1988 September 30, 1988 (C) In the case of gross compensation paid to employees in the office of a Senator for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 1988 (i) the aggregate amount of gross compensation which is paid to employees in the office of such Senator for such year, plus (ii) the expenses paid to or on behalf of such Senator under authority of section 6314 of this title shall not exceed the aggregate of (iii) the amount determined under subparagraph (A) for such year, plus (iv) the amount described in section 6314(b)(3) of this title (2) Within the limits prescribed by paragraph (1) of this subsection, Senators may fix the number and the rates of compensation of employees in their respective offices. The salary of an employee in a Senators office shall not be fixed under this paragraph at a rate less than $3,293 1 section 5313 of title 5 (e) Gross rate of compensation of employee of committee of Senate employed by joint committee, select committee, or standing committee (1) , (2) Repealed. Pub. L. 96304, title I,  112(b)(1) July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 892 (3) (A) In this paragraph (i) the term committee of the Senate means (I) any standing committee (including the majority and minority policy committees) of the Senate; (II) any select committee (including the conference majority and conference minority of the Senate); or (III) any joint committee the expenses of which are paid from the contingent fund of the Senate; and (ii) an employee of a subcommittee shall be considered to be an employee of the full committee. (B) Subject to adjustment as provided by law, no employee of a committee of the Senate shall be paid at a per annum gross rate in excess of the annual rate of basic pay in effect for level II of the Executive Schedule under section 5313 of title 5 (f) General limitation No officer or employee whose compensation is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate shall be paid gross compensation at a rate less than $3,293 1 section 5313 of title 5 ( Pub. L. 9057,  105(a) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 141144 Pub. L. 90206, title II,  214 l Dec. 16, 1967 81 Stat. 637 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 340 Pub. L. 91510, title III,  305 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1181 Pub. L. 91656,  4 Jan. 8, 1971 84 Stat. 1952 Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 633 Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1505 Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 532 Pub. L. 93245 Jan. 3, 1974 87 Stat. 1078 Pub. L. 93255,  1 Mar. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 52 Pub. L. 93371,  6 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 430 Pub. L. 9459, title I,  102 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 274 Pub. L. 94440, title I,  101(a) Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1443 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  111(d) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 663 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  104(b) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 772 Pub. L. 95482,  112 Oct. 18, 1978 92 Stat. 1605 Pub. L. 96304, title I July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 890 Pub. L. 98181, title I,  1203(a) Nov. 30, 1983 97 Stat. 1289 Pub. L. 98367, title I July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 475 Pub. L. 10071, title I,  3(a) July 11, 1987 101 Stat. 423 Pub. L. 100137,  1(c)(1) Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 818 Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  1(a)] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(9) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1731 Pub. L. 10518, title II,  7001 June 12, 1997 111 Stat. 192 Pub. L. 10555, title I,  5 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1181 Pub. L. 105275, title I,  8 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2434 Pub. L. 10657, title I,  2 Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 411 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  106 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 568 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  3 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 349 Pub. L. 10883, title I,  1 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1010 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  1 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3168 Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 568 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2220 Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  1 Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  1 Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2026 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(1)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2773 Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  102 Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 505  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 611 of this title The table set out in subsec. (d)(1)(A) is taken from the Salary Directive of the President pro tempore of the Senate issued on Dec. 20, 2001 The dollar amounts set out in the text of subsecs. (d)(2) and (f) are based on modifications, when present, made by periodic Salary Directives of the President pro tempore of the Senate, the latest of which is set out as a note under section 4571 of this title Section is comprised of subsecs. (a) to (f) and (j) of section 105 of Pub. L. 9057 Pub. L. 104186 section 4507(b) of this title section 5533(c) of title 5 section 4571 of this title Amendments 2022Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2022 Mar. 15, 2022 section 4571 of this title Dec. 31, 2021 Pub. L. 117103,  102 Sept. 30, 2021 Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 117103,  213(a)(1) section 5313 of title 5 Figure $3,196 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2022 Mar. 15, 2022 section 4571 of this title Subsec. (e)(3)(B). Pub. L. 117103,  213(a)(1) section 5313 of title 5 Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 117103,  213(a)(1) section 5313 of title 5 Figure $3,196 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2022 Mar. 15, 2022 section 4571 of this title 2021Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2021 Jan. 5, 2021 section 4571 of this title Dec. 31, 2020 Subsec. (d)(2). Figure $3,164 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2021 Jan. 5, 2021 section 4571 of this title Subsec. (f). Figure $3,164 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2021 Jan. 5, 2021 section 4571 of this title 2020Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2020 Jan. 6, 2020 section 4571 of this title Dec. 31, 2019 Subsec. (d)(2). Figure $3,056 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2020 Jan. 6, 2020 section 4571 of this title Subsec. (f). Figure $3,056 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2020 Jan. 6, 2020 section 4571 of this title 2019Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2019 Apr. 1, 2019 section 4571 of this title Dec. 31, 2018 Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 11694,  212(a)(1)(A)(i) Figure $2,988 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2019 Apr. 1, 2019 section 4571 of this title Subsec. (e)(3)(B). Pub. L. 11694,  212(a)(1)(A)(ii) Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 11694,  212(a)(1)(A)(iii) Figure $2,988 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2019 Apr. 1, 2019 section 4571 of this title 2018Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2018 Mar. 23, 2018 section 4571 of this title Dec. 31, 2017 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $2,921 and $169,459 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2018 Mar. 23, 2018 section 4571 of this title Subsec. (f). Figure $2,921 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2018 Mar. 23, 2018 section 4571 of this title 2017Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2017 May 5, 2017 section 4571 of this title Dec. 31, 2016 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $2,839 and $169,459 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2017 May 5, 2017 section 4571 of this title Subsec. (f). Figure $2,839 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2017 May 5, 2017 section 4571 of this title 2015Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 28, 2015 section 4571 of this title Dec. 31, 2015 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $2,798 and $169,459 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 28, 2015 section 4571 of this title Subsec. (f). Figure $2,798 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2016 Dec. 28, 2015 section 4571 of this title 2014Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2015 Dec. 23, 2014 section 4571 of this title Dec. 31, 2014 The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2014 Jan. 27, 2014 section 4571 of this title Dec. 31, 2013 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $2,770 and $169,459 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2015 Dec. 23, 2014 section 4571 of this title Figures $2,742 and $169,459 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2014 Jan. 27, 2014 section 4571 of this title Subsec. (f). Figure $2,770 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2015 Dec. 23, 2014 section 4571 of this title Figure $2,742 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2014 Jan. 27, 2014 section 4571 of this title 2010Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2010 Jan. 5, 2010 section 60a1 of this title Dec. 31, 2009 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $2,677 and $169,459 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2010 Jan. 5, 2010 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figure $2,677 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2010 Jan. 5, 2010 section 60a1 of this title 2009Subsec. (d)(1)(A). Pub. L. 11168 Sept. 30, 2009 The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2009 Mar. 12, 2009 section 60a1 of this title Dec. 31, 2008 Pub. L. 1118,  1 Sept. 30, 2008 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $2,554 and $164,759 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2009 Mar. 12, 2009 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3)(B). Figure $166,615 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2009 Mar. 12, 2009 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $2,554 and $164,759 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2009 Mar. 12, 2009 section 60a1 of this title 2008Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2008 Jan. 7, 2008 section 60a1 of this title Dec. 31, 2007 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $2,444 and $160,659 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2008 Jan. 7, 2008 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3)(B). Figure $162,515 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2008 Jan. 7, 2008 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $2,444 and $160,659 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2008 Jan. 7, 2008 section 60a1 of this title 2007Subsec. (d)(1)(A). Pub. L. 110161,  1 Sept. 30, 2007 The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2007 Feb. 16, 2007 section 60a1 of this title Dec. 31, 2006 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $2,381 and $160,659 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2007 Feb. 16, 2007 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Pub. L. 110161,  4(a) Subsec. (f). Figure $2,381 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2007 Feb. 16, 2007 section 60a1 of this title 2006Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2006 Jan. 4, 2006 section 60a1 of this title Dec. 31, 2005 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $2,301 and $157,559 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2006 Jan. 4, 2006 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $157,064, $157,559, and $159,415 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2006 Jan. 4, 2006 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $2,301 and $157,559 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2006 Jan. 4, 2006 section 60a1 of this title 2005Subsec. (d)(1)(A). Pub. L. 10955 The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2005 Jan. 3, 2005 section 60a1 of this title Dec. 31, 2004 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $2,218 and $153,559 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2005 Jan. 3, 2005 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $153,064, $153,559, and $155,415 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2005 Jan. 3, 2005 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $2,218 and $153,559 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2005 Jan. 3, 2005 section 60a1 of this title 2004Subsec. (d)(1)(A). Pub. L. 108447 The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2004 Mar. 5, 2004 section 60a1 of this title Dec. 31, 2003 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $2,170 and $152,459 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2004 Mar. 5, 2004 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $151,964, $152,459, and $154,315 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2004 Mar. 5, 2004 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $2,170 and $152,459 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2004 Mar. 5, 2004 section 60a1 of this title 2003Subsec. (d)(1)(A). Section 6(b) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate dated Dec. 15, 2003 Dec. 31, 2003 Jan. 1, 2004 Mar. 5, 2004 Pub. L. 10883 Pub. L. 1087 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $2,124 and $150,159 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2004 Dec. 15, 2003 Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $149,664, $150,159, and $152,015 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2004 Dec. 15, 2003 Subsec. (f). Figures $2,124 and $150,159 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2004 Dec. 15, 2003 2002Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2003 Dec. 19, 2002 section 60a1 of this title Dec. 31, 2002 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $2,060 and $145,459 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2003 Dec. 19, 2002 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $144,964, $145,459, and $147,315 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2003 Dec. 19, 2002 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $2,060 and $145,459 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2003 Dec. 19, 2002 section 60a1 of this title 2001Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2002 Dec. 20, 2001 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 10768 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,966 and $140,559 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2002 Dec. 20, 2001 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $140,064, $140,559, and $142,415 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2002 Dec. 20, 2001 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,966 and $140,559 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2002 Dec. 20, 2001 section 60a1 of this title 2000Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2001 Dec. 20, 2000 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,893 and $136,759 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2001 Dec. 20, 2000 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $136,264, $136,759, and $138,615 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2001 Dec. 20, 2000 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,893 and $136,759 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2001 Dec. 20, 2000 section 60a1 of this title 1999Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 2000 Dec. 12, 1999 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 10657 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,823 and $132,159 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2000 Dec. 12, 1999 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $131,664, $132,159, and $134,015 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2000 Dec. 12, 1999 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,823 and $132,159 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 2000 Dec. 12, 1999 section 60a1 of this title 1998Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1999 Dec. 16, 1998 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 105275 Subsec. (d)(2). Figure $1,768 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1999 Dec. 16, 1998 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figure $1,768 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1999 Dec. 16, 1998 section 60a1 of this title 1997Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1998 Dec. 19, 1997 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 10555 Oct. 1, 1997 Dec. 31, 1995 Jan. 1, 1996 Jan. 1, 1997 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,728 and $129,059 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1998 Dec. 19, 1997 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $128,564, $129,059, and $130,915 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1998 Dec. 19, 1997 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,728 and $129,059 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1998 Dec. 19, 1997 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 10518 1996Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1997 Dec. 18, 1996 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figure $1,689 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1997 Dec. 18, 1996 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figure $1,689 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1997 Dec. 18, 1996 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 104186 1994Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised downward, effective Jan. 1, 1995 Dec. 28, 1994 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figure $1,655 increased, effective Jan. 1, 1995 Dec. 28, 1994 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figure $1,655 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1995 Dec. 28, 1994 section 60a1 of this title 1992Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1993 Dec. 17, 1992 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,595 and $124,959 increased, effective Jan. 1, 1993 Dec. 17, 1992 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $124,464, $124,959, and $126,815 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1993 Dec. 17, 1992 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,595 and $124,959 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1993 Dec. 17, 1992 section 60a1 of this title 1991Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1992 Dec. 18, 1991 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,530 and $97,359 increased, effective Jan. 1, 1992 Dec. 18, 1991 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $96,864, $97,359, and $99,215 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1992 Dec. 18, 1991 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,530 and $97,359 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1992 Dec. 18, 1991 section 60a1 of this title 1990Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1991 Dec. 20, 1990 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,469 and $84,959 increased, effective Jan. 1, 1991 Dec. 20, 1990 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $84,464, $84,959, and $86,815 (as increased to $93,364, $93,859, and $95,715, respectively) to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1991 Dec. 20, 1990 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,469 and $84,959 (as increased to $93,859) to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1991 Dec. 20, 1990 section 60a1 of this title 1989Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1990 Dec. 21, 1989 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figure $1,417 increased, effective Jan. 1, 1990 Dec. 21, 1989 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figure $1,417 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1990 Dec. 21, 1989 section 60a1 of this title 1988Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1989 Dec. 9, 1988 section 60a1 of this title The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1988 Jan. 4, 1988 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figure $1,361 increased, effective Jan. 1, 1989 Dec. 9, 1988 section 60a1 of this title Figures $1,334 and $72,676 increased, effective Jan. 1, 1988 Jan. 4, 1988 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $72,166, $72,676, and $74,588 (as increased to $78,545, $79,100, and $81,181, respectively) to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1988 Jan. 4, 1988 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figure $1,361 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1989 Dec. 9, 1988 section 60a1 of this title Figures $1,334 and $72,676 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1988 Jan. 4, 1988 section 60a1 of this title 1987Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 100202 Pub. L. 100137 Pub. L. 10071 1986Subsec. (d)(1). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1987 Dec. 19, 1986 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,295 and $70,559 increased, effective Jan. 1, 1987 Dec. 19, 1986 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $70,064, $70,559, and $72,415 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1987 Dec. 19, 1986 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,295 and $70,559 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1987 Dec. 19, 1986 section 60a1 of this title 1985Subsec. (d)(1). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1985 Jan. 4, 1985 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,251 and $68,172 increased, effective Jan. 1, 1985 Jan. 4, 1985 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $67,694, $68,172, and $69,966 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1985 Jan. 4, 1985 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,251 and $68,172 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1985 Jan. 4, 1985 section 60a1 of this title 1984Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 98367,  3(a) Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 98367,  12(a) Subsec. (e)(3). Pub. L. 98367,  12(b) 1983Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 98181 Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1984 Dec. 20, 1983 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,202, $39,154, $71,101, $68,938, and $72,061 increased, effective Jan. 1, 1984 Dec. 20, 1983 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $71,101, $73,983, and $78,066 (as reduced to $61,640, $63,135, and $67,275, respectively, by section 304 of Pub. L. 9851 5 U.S.C. 5318 Jan. 1, 1984 Dec. 20, 1983 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figure $1,202 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1984 Dec. 20, 1983 section 60a1 of this title Figure $78,066 (as reduced to $65,550 by section 304 of Pub. L. 9851 5 U.S.C. 5318 Jan. 1, 1984 Dec. 20, 1983 section 60a1 of this title 1982Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Oct. 1, 1982 Oct. 1, 1982 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,155, $37,648, $68,366, $66,286, and $69,289 increased, effective Oct. 1, 1982 Oct. 1, 1982 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $68,366, $71,137, and $75,063 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1982 Oct. 1, 1982 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,155 and $75,063 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1982 Oct. 1, 1982 section 60a1 of this title 1981Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Oct. 1, 1981 Oct. 5, 1981 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,102, $35,923, $63,250, and $66,115 increased, effective Oct. 1, 1981 Oct. 5, 1981 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3). Figures $65,234, $67,878, and $71,625 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1981 Oct. 5, 1981 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,102 and $71,625 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1981 Oct. 5, 1981 section 60a1 of this title 1980Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 96304,  107(a) October 1, 1980 August 1, 1967 Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Oct. 1, 1980 Oct. 1, 1980 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,010, $32,926, $57,974, and $60,600 increased, effective Oct. 1, 1980 Oct. 1, 1980 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 96304,  112(b)(1) Subsec. (e). Figures $23,836, $35,956, $59,792, $62,216, and $65,650 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1980 Oct. 1, 1980 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 96304,  112(b)(1) Subsec. (f). Figures $1,010 and $65,650 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1980 Oct. 1, 1980 section 60a1 of this title 1979Subsec. (a)(1). Figure 202 was substituted for figure 189 to reflect the use of the figure 202 as the multiple used for determining the general upward revision of salaries by Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 13, 1979 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Oct. 1, 1979 Oct. 13, 1979 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,134, $30,807, $54,243, and $56,700 increased, effective Oct. 1, 1979 Oct. 13, 1979 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e). Figures $22,302, $33,642, $55,944, $58,212, and $61,425 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1979 Oct. 13, 1979 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,134 and $61,425 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1979 Oct. 13, 1979 section 60a1 of this title 1978Subsec. (a)(1). Figure 189 was substituted for figure 179 to reflect the use of the figure 189 as the multiple used for determining the general upward revision of salaries by Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 9, 1978 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Oct. 1, 1978 Oct. 9, 1978 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 95391 Sept. 29, 1977 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,074, $29,177, $51,373, and $53,700 increased, effective Oct. 1, 1978 Oct. 9, 1978 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e). Figures $21,122, $31,862, $52,984, $55,132, and $58,175 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1978 Oct. 9, 1978 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(3)(A). Pub. L. 95482,  112(1) Subsec. (e)(3)(B). Pub. L. 95482,  112(3) Subsec. (f). Figures $1,074 and $58,175 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1978 Oct. 9, 1978 section 60a1 of this title 1977Subsec. (a)(1). Figure 179 was substituted for figure 167 to reflect the use of the figure 179 as the multiple used for determining the general upward revision of salaries by Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Sept. 29, 1977 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Oct. 1, 1977 Sept. 29, 1977 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,169, $27,221, $47,929, and $50,100 increased, effective Oct. 1, 1977 Sept. 29, 1977 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 9594 Subsec. (e). Figures $19,706, $29,726, $49,432, $51,436, and $54,275 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1977 Sept. 29, 1977 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,169 and $54,275 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1977 Sept. 29, 1977 section 60a1 of this title 1976Subsec. (a)(1). Figure 167 was substituted for figure 159 to reflect the use of the figure 167 as the multiple used for determining the general upward revision of salaries by Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 8, 1976 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 94440 Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Oct. 1, 1976 Oct. 8, 1976 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,113, $25,440, $43,407, and $45,315 increased, effective Oct. 1, 1976 Oct. 8, 1976 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e). Figures $18,762, $27,666, $44,679, $46,587, and $48,653 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1976 Oct. 8, 1976 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,113 and $48,654 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1976 Oct. 8, 1976 section 60a1 of this title 1975Subsec. (a)(1). Figure $159 was substituted for figure $151 to reflect the use of the figure $159 as the multiple used for determining the general upward revision of salaries by Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 2, 1975 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Oct. 1, 1975 Oct. 2, 1975 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 9459 July 1, 1975 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,057, $24,160, $41,223, and $43,035 increased, effective Oct. 1, 1975 Oct. 2, 1975 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e). Figures $17,818, $26,274, $42,431, $44,243, and $46,206 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1975 Oct. 2, 1975 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,057 and $46,206 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1975 Oct. 2, 1975 section 60a1 of this title 1974Subsec. (a)(1). Figure $151 was substituted for figure $285 to reflect the use of the figure $151 as the multiple for determining the general upward revision of salaries by Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 7, 1974 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(1)(A). The table was revised upward, effective Oct. 1, 1974 Oct. 7, 1974 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 93371 July 1, 1974 Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,140, $22,800, $39,045, and $40,755 increased, effective Oct. 1, 1974 Oct. 7, 1974 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e). Figures $16,815, $24,795, $40,185, $41,895, and $43,890 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1974 Oct. 7, 1974 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(1). Pub. L. 93245 Pub. L. 93255 Subsec. (e)(2)(A). Pub. L. 93245 Subsec. (e)(2)(B). Pub. L. 93245 Subsec. (f). Figures $1,140 and $43,890 to be deemed to refer, effective Oct. 1, 1974 Oct. 7, 1974 section 60a1 of this title 1973Subsec. (a)(1). Figure $285 was substituted for figure $272 to reflect the use of the figure $285 as the multiple for determining the general upward revision of salaries by Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 4, 1973 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 93145 July 1, 1973 Jan. 1, 1974 The table was revised upward, effective Oct. 1, 1973 Pub. L. 91656 Oct. 4, 1973 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 93145 Salary dollar limits were modified upward, effective Oct. 1, 1973 Pub. L. 91656 Oct. 4, 1973 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e). Figures $18,525, $40,185, $8,265, $14,250, $24,795, $16,815, $18,240, $41,895, and $43,890 were substituted for figures $18,496, $38,352, $8,160, $14,144, $23,664, $16,048, $18,224, $39,984, and $41,616, respectively, pursuant to Pub. L. 91656 Oct. 4, 1973 section 60a1 of this title Oct. 1, 1973 Subsec. (e)(2)(B). Pub. L. 93145 Subsec. (f). Figures $1,140 and $43,890 were substituted for $1,088 and $41,616, respectively, pursuant to Pub. L. 91656 Oct. 4, 1973 section 60a1 of this title Oct. 1, 1973 1972Subsec. (a)(1). Figure $272 was substituted for figure $259 to reflect the use of the figure $272 as the multiple for determining the general upward revision of salaries by Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Dec. 16, 1972 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(1). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1973 Dec. 16, 1972 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,295, $20,720, $27,972, $33,929, $35,483, and $37,037 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1973 Dec. 16, 1972 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e). Figures $8,288, $15,281, $14,245, $18,648, $22,533, $20,461, $36,519, $38,073, and $39,627 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1973 Dec. 16, 1972 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 92607 Subsec. (f). Figures $1,088 and $41,616 were substituted for $1,295 and $39,627, respectively, pursuant to Pub. L. 91656 Dec. 16, 1972 section 60a1 of this title 1971Subsec. (a)(1). Figure $259 was substituted for figure $246 to reflect the use of the figure $259 as the multiple for determining the general upward revision of salaries by Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Dec. 23, 1971 section 60a1 of this title Figure $246 was substituted for figure $188 to reflect the use of the figure $246 as the multiple for determining the general upward revision of salaries by Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Jan. 15, 1971 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(1). The table was revised upward, effective Jan. 1, 1972 Dec. 23, 1971 section 60a1 of this title Pub. L. 92184 Jan. 1, 1972 The table was revised upward, effective Feb. 1, 1971 Jan. 15, 1971 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2). Figures $1,230, $19,680, $26,568, $32,226, $33,702, $35,178 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1972 Dec. 23, 1971 section 60a1 of this title Figures $1,095, $17,520, $23,652, $28,689, $30,003, and $31,317 to be deemed to refer, effective Feb. 1, 1971 Jan. 15, 1971 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e). Figures $8,118, $14,514, $14,022, $18,450, $21,402, $20,418, $32,712, $34,104, and $35,496 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1972 Dec. 23, 1971 section 60a1 of this title Figures $7,888, $13,688, $13,920, $18,328, $20,184, $20,416, $32,712, $34,014, and $35,496 to be deemed to refer, effective Feb. 1, 1971 Jan. 15, 1971 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (f). Figures $1,230 and $35,670 to be deemed to refer, effective Jan. 1, 1972 Dec. 23, 1971 section 60a1 of this title Figures $1,160 and $35,496 to be deemed to refer, effective Feb. 1, 1971 Jan. 15, 1971 section 60a1 of this title 1970Subsec. (a)(1). Figure $219 deemed on and after May 1, 1970 Apr. 15, 1970 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(1). The table was revised upward, effective May 1, 1970 Apr. 15, 1970 section 60a1 of this title Subsecs. (d)(2) to (f). Figures were increased, effective May 1, 1970 Apr. 15, 1970 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (e)(1). Pub. L. 91510 Subsec. (e)(2). Pub. L. 91510 Subsec. (e)(3). Pub. L. 91510 Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 91510 1969Subsec. (a)(1). Figure $199 deemed on and after July 1, 1969 June 17, 1969 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 91145 The table was revised upward, effective July 1, 1969 June 17, 1969 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(2)(i). Pub. L. 91145 Subsecs. (d)(2) to (f). Figures were increased, effective July 1, 1969 June 12, 1969 section 60a1 of this title 1968Subsec. (a)(1). Figure $188 deemed on and after July 1, 1968 June 12, 1968 section 60a1 of this title Subsec. (d)(1). The table was revised upward, effective July 1, 1968 June 12, 1968 section 60a1 of this title Subsecs. (d)(2) to (f). Figures were increased, effective July 1, 1968 June 12, 1968 section 60a1 of this title 1967Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 90206,  214(j) Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 90206,  214(k) Subsecs. (d)(2) to (f). Pub. L. 90206,  214 l Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2022 Amendment Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  102 Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 505 Oct. 1, 2021 Amendment by section 213(a)(1) of Pub. L. 117103 Mar. 15, 2022 section 213(b) of Pub. L. 117103 section 4571 of this title Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date of 2009 Amendment Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  1 Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2026 Oct. 1, 2009 Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  1 Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 814 Oct. 1, 2008 Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  1 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2220 Oct. 1, 2007 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  4(b) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2221 The amendment made by this section [amending this section] shall apply to fiscal year 2008 and each fiscal year thereafter. Effective Date of 2005 Amendment Pub. L. 10955, title I,  1 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 568 Oct. 1, 2005 Effective Date of 2004 Amendment Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  1 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3168 Oct. 1, 2004 Effective Date of 2003 Amendments Pub. L. 10883, title I,  1 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1010 Oct. 1, 2003 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  3 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 349 Oct. 1, 2002 Effective Date of 2001 Amendment Pub. L. 10768, title I,  106 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 568 Oct. 1, 2001 Effective Date of 1999 Amendment Pub. L. 10657, title I,  2 Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 411 Oct. 1, 1999 Effective Date of 1998 Amendment Pub. L. 105275, title I,  8 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2434 Oct. 1, 1998 Effective Date of 1997 Amendment Pub. L. 10555, title I,  5 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1181 Oct. 1, 1997 Effective Date of 1987 Amendments Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  1(b)] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 The amendment made by this section [amending this section] shall be effective in the case of fiscal years beginning after September 30, 1987 Pub. L. 100137,  1(c)(1) Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 818 Jan. 1, 1988 Pub. L. 10071, title I,  3(a) July 11, 1987 101 Stat. 423 July 1, 1987 Effective Date of 1984 Amendment Pub. L. 98367, title I,  3(b) July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 475 The amendments made by subsection (a) of this section [amending this section] shall be effective with respect to fiscal years beginning after September 30, 1984 Pub. L. 98367, title I,  12(c) July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 477 The amendments made by subsection (a) of this section [amending this section] shall take effect on October 1, 1984 Effective Date of 1983 Amendment Pub. L. 98181, title I,  1203(b) Nov. 30, 1983 97 Stat. 1290 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall be applicable in the case of new or changed rates of compensation which are certified to the Disbursing Office of the Senate on or after January 1, 1984 Effective Date of 1980 Amendment Amendment by section 107(a) of Pub. L. 96304 Oct. 1, 1980 section 107(d) of Pub. L. 96304 section 4507 of this title Pub. L. 96304, title I,  112(b) July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 892 Feb. 28, 1981 Effective Date of 1977 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 9594 Oct. 1, 1977 section 111(f) of Pub. L. 9594 section 4332 of this title Effective Date of 1976 Amendment Pub. L. 94440, title I,  101(a) Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1443 Oct. 1, 1976 Effective Date of 1974 Amendment Pub. L. 93371,  6 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 430 July 1, 1974 Effective Date of 1973 Amendment Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 532 July 1, 1973 Pub. L. 93145 Jan. 1, 1974 Effective Date of 1971 Amendment Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 633 Jan. 1, 1972 Effective Date of 1970 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 91510 Jan. 1, 1971 section 601(6) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title Effective Date of 1969 Amendment Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 340 Nov. 1, 1969 Effective Date of 1967 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 90206 Dec. 16, 1967 section 220(a)(3) of Pub. L. 90206 section 603 of Title 28 Effective Date Pub. L. 9057,  105(k) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 144 This section [enacting this section, amending section 4507 of this title section 5533 of Title 5 section 4571 of this title August 1, 1967  Transfer of Functions Statutory functions, duties, or authority of Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives or the Secretary of the Senate as disbursing officers for the Capitol Police transferred to Chief of the Capitol Police, and references in any law or resolution before Feb. 20, 2003 section 1907(a) of this title High Cost of Living Allowance Pub. L. 10883, title I,  10 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1014  (a)  In General Under the authority of section 105(d)(2) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations [Appropriation] Act, 1968 ( 2 U.S.C. 611(d)(2) 2 U.S.C. 4575(d)(2) (b)  Limitation An allowance under this section may not exceed 25 percent of the basic pay of an employee, determined without regard to this section. (c)  Basic Pay Treatment An allowance under this section shall be treated as part of the basic pay of an employee. (d)  Payment. (1)  Aggregate gross compensation The amount of any allowance under this section shall not be taken into account for determining the amount of aggregate gross compensation in the table under section 105(d)(1)(A) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations [Appropriation] Act, 1968 ( 2 U.S.C. 611(d)(1)(A) 2 U.S.C. 4575(d)(1)(A) (2)  Appropriations Allowances under this section shall be paid from appropriations under the heading senators official personnel and office expense account. (e)  Effective Date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2004 and each fiscal year thereafter. 1975 Adjustments in Compensation in Maximum Annual Rates to Employees in Offices of Senators, Employees of Senators, Employees of Standing and Select Committees and Joint Committees the Expenses of Which are Paid From Senate Contingent Fund, and Officers or Employees Paid by Secretary of Senate Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 Pub. L. 94157, title I,  111(a) Dec. 18, 1975 89 Stat. 832 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775 Pub. L. 94157, title I,  111(c) Dec. 18, 1975 89 Stat. 832 section 111(a) of Pub. L. 94157 Jan. 1, 1976 1974 Adjustments in Compensation in Maximum Annual Rates to Employees in Offices of Senators, Professional Staff and Clerical Staff Members of Standing Committees, Employees of Standing and Select Committees and Joint Committees the Expenses of Which Are Paid From Senate Contingent Fund, and Officers or Employees Paid by Secretary of Senate Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 Pub. L. 94157, title I,  111(b) Dec. 18, 1975 89 Stat. 832 The two committee employees other than joint committee employees referred to in clause (A), and the three committee employees referred to in clause (B), of section 105(e)(3) of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1968, as amended and modified [ 2 U.S.C. 4575(e)(3) 2 U.S.C. 4575(d)(2)(ii) 2 U.S.C. 4575(f) [For provisions that section 4 of Pub. L. 93371 section 4 of Pub. L. 93371 2 U.S.C. 4571 section 4 of Pub. L. 93371 July 1, 1974 section 273 of this title Pub. L. 94157, title I,  111(c) Dec. 18, 1975 89 Stat. 832 section 111(b) of Pub. L. 94157 Jan. 1, 1976 Aggregate of Gross Compensation for Employees in Office of Senator for Each Fiscal Year; Increase in Amount; Reduction in Amounts for Committee Chairmen, Ranking Minority Members, etc. Pub. L. 9594, title I,  111(a) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 662 Pub. L. 95240, title II,  206 Mar. 7, 1978 92 Stat. 117 Oct. 1, 1977 Pub. L. 100137,  3 Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 819 Pub. L. 102392, title I,  1 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1706 Oct. 1, 1992  (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), the aggregate of the gross compensation which may be paid to employees in the office of a Senator during each fiscal year under section 105(d) of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1968, as amended and modified ( 2 U.S.C. 611(d) 2 U.S.C. 4575(d) (b) [Repealed. Pub. L. 100137,  3 Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 819 [The amount of the increase referred to in section 111(a) of Pub. L. 9594 Mar. 15, 2022 Mar. 15, 2022 section 4571 of this title [Prior amounts of increase authorized by section 111(a) of Pub. L. 9594 section 4571 of this title Oct. 9, 1978 Oct. 13, 1979 Oct. 1, 1980 Oct. 5, 1981 Dec. 15, 1981 Oct. 1, 1982 Dec. 20, 1983 May 2, 1984 Jan. 4, 1985 Dec. 19, 1986 Jan. 4, 1988 Dec. 9, 1988 Dec. 21, 1989 Dec. 20, 1990 Dec. 18, 1991 Dec. 17, 1992 Dec. 28, 1994 Dec. 18, 1996 Dec. 19, 1997 Dec. 16, 1998 Dec. 12, 1999 Dec. 20, 2000 Dec. 20, 2001 Dec. 19, 2002 Dec. 15, 2003 Mar. 5, 2004 Jan. 3, 2005 Jan. 4, 2006 Feb. 16, 2007 Jan. 7, 2008 Mar. 12, 2009 Jan. 5, 2010 Jan. 27, 2014 Dec. 23, 2014 Dec. 28, 2015 May 5, 2017 Mar. 23, 2018 Apr. 1, 2019 Jan. 6, 2020 Jan. 5, 2021 [ Pub. L. 100137,  3 Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 819 section 111(b) of Pub. L. 9594 Jan. 6, 1987 [S. Res. 34, Jan. 6, 1987 P.L. 9594 Feb. 28, 1985 Limitation on 1987 Increases in Maximum Annual Rates to Staff Members of Standing, Special, and Select Committees of Senate and Joint Committees of Congress Whose Funds are Disbursed by Secretary of Senate Section 5(b)(2)(4) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Dec. 19, 1986 section 60a1 of this title Similar provisions covering prior increases were contained in the following prior Salary Directives: Section 5(b)(2)(4) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Jan. 4, 1985 Section 5(b)(2)(4) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Dec. 20, 1983 Section 5(b)(2)(4) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 1, 1982 Section 5(b)(2)(4) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 5, 1981 Section 5(b)(3)(5) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 1, 1980 Section 5(b)(3)(5) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 13, 1979 Section 5(b)(3)(5) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 9, 1978 Section 5(b)(3)(5) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Sept. 29, 1977 Section 5(b)(3)(6) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 8, 1976 Section 5(b)(3)(5) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 2, 1975 Section 5(b)(3)(5) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 7, 1974 Section 5(b)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 4, 1973 Limitation on 1987 Increases in Maximum Annual Rates to Employees in Offices of Senators Section 6(c)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Dec. 19, 1986 section 60a1 of this title Similar provisions covering prior increases were contained in the following prior Salary Directives: Section 6(c)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Jan. 4, 1985 Section 6(c)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Dec. 20, 1983 Section 6(c)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 1, 1982 Section 6(c)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 5, 1981 Section 6(c)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 1, 1980 Section 6(c)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 13, 1979 Section 6(c)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 9, 1978 Section 6(c)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Sept. 29, 1977 Section 6(c)(2), (3) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 8, 1976 Section 6(c)(2), (3) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 2, 1975 Section 6(c)(2)(4) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 7, 1974 Section 6(c)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 4, 1973 Limitation on 1987 Increase in Maximum Annual Rate to Officers or Employees Paid by Secretary of Senate Section 7(b)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Dec. 19, 1986 section 60a1 of this title Similar provisions covering prior increases were contained in the following prior Salary Directives: Section 7(b)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Jan. 4, 1985 Section 7(b)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Dec. 20, 1983 Section 7(b)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 1, 1982 Section 7(b)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 5, 1981 Section 7(b)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 1, 1980 Section 7(b)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 13, 1979 Section 7(b)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 9, 1978 Section 7(b)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Sept. 27, 1977 Section 7(b)(2), (3) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 8, 1976 Section 7(b)(2), (3) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 2, 1975 Section 7(b)(2) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 7, 1974 Section 7(b) of Salary Directive of President pro tempore of the Senate, Oct. 4, 1973 1977 Addition of Employees in Office of Senator Not to Effect Section 6(c) of Order of President Pro Tempore Issued on October 8, 1976 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  111(d) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 663 The amendments made by this subsection [amending subsec. (d)(2) of this section] shall have no effect on section 6(c) of the Order of the President pro tempore issued on October 8, 1976 section 4571 of this title Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1987 Pub. L. 10071, title I,  3(b) July 11, 1987 101 Stat. 423  (b) Effective July 1, 1987 (c) Effective July 1, 1987 Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1986 Pub. L. 99349, title I,  1 July 2, 1986 100 Stat. 741  (a) Effective October 1, 1985 (b) Effective October 1, 1985 Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1985 Pub. L. 9988, title I,  191 Aug. 15, 1985 99 Stat. 348 Effective October 1, 1984 Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1983 Pub. L. 98367, title I,  9 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 475 Effective October 1, 1983 Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1982 Pub. L. 9863, title I,  901 July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 335  (a) Effective October 1, 1982 (b) Effective October 1, 1982 Increases in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1981 Pub. L. 97257, title I Sept. 10, 1982 96 Stat. 849 Effective October 1, 1981 Pub. L. 9712, title I,  106 June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 62  (a) Effective January 1, 1981 (b) Effective January 1, 1981 (c) Effective January 1, 1981 Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1979 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  105 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Effective October 1, 1979 Pub. L. 9686,  111(a) Oct. 12, 1979 93 Stat. 660  (a) effective October 1, 1979 (b) effective October 1, 1979 Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1978 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  104(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 772 Effective April 1, 1978 Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistants to Senators1977 Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 81 That, effective April 1, 1977 Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1976 Pub. L. 94157, title I Dec. 18, 1975 89 Stat. 830 That effective January 1, 1976 Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1975 Pub. L. 9432, title I June 12, 1975 89 Stat. 182 That effective January 1, 1975 Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1974 Pub. L. 93371 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 425 That effective January 1, 1974 Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1969 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 340 That the clerk hire allowance of each Senator from the State of Connecticut shall be increased to that allowed Senators from States having a population of three million, the population of said State having exceeded three million inhabitants. Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1968 Pub. L. 90239 Jan. 2, 1968 81 Stat. 774 Effective January 1, 1968 Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1966 Pub. L. 89697 Oct. 27, 1966 80 Stat. 1063 That the clerk hire allowance of each Senator from the State of North Carolina shall be increased to that allowed Senators from States having a population of five million, the population of said State having exceeded five million inhabitants. Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1963 Pub. L. 8825, title I May 17, 1963 77 Stat. 31 That the clerk hire allowance of each Senator from the State of California shall be increased to that allowed Senators from States having a population of over seventeen million, the population of said State having exceeded seventeen million inhabitants, that the clerk hire allowance of each Senator from the State of Georgia shall be increased to that allowed Senators from States having a population of four million, the population of said State having exceeded four million inhabitants, and that the clerk hire allowance of each Senator from the State of Washington shall be increased to that allowed Senators from States having a population of three million, the population of said State having exceeded three million inhabitants. Increase in Allowances for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1962 Pub. L. 87545, title I July 25, 1962 76 Stat. 215  The basic clerk hire allowance of each Senator is hereby increased by $3,000. The clerk hire allowances of the Senators from the States of New York and Virginia are hereby increased so that the allowances of the Senators from the State of New York will be equal to that allowed Senators from States having a population of over seventeen million, the population of said State having exceeded seventeen million inhabitants, and so that allowances of Senators from the State of Virginia will be equal to that allowed Senators from States having a population of four million, the population of said State having exceeded four million inhabitants. Increase in Allowance for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1955 Act June 28, 1955, ch. 189,  4(d) 69 Stat. 176 Aug. 21, 1959 Pub. L. 86176 73 Stat. 401 Aug. 20, 1964 Pub. L. 88454 78 Stat. 538 Aug. 27, 1966 Pub. L. 89545 80 Stat. 357 July 28, 1967 Pub. L. 9057,  105(i)(6) 81 Stat. 144  (d) (1) The aggregate amount of the basic compensation authorized to be paid for administrative and clerical assistance and messenger service in the offices of Senators is hereby increased by (A) $10,020 in the case of Senators from States the population of which is less than three million; (B) $10,920 in the case of Senators from States the population of which is three million or more but less than five million; (C) $11,760 in the case of Senators from States the population of which is five million or more but less than ten million; and (D) $11,880 in the case of Senators from States the population of which is ten million or more. (2) Notwithstanding the second proviso in the paragraph relating to the authority of Senators to rearrange the basic salaries of employees in their respective offices, which appears in the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1947, as amended (2 U. S. C. 60f) [repealed], but subject to the limitations contained in paragraph (3) of this subsection, during the period beginning on the effective date of this subsection and ending on the last day of the first pay period which begins after the date of enactment of this Act [ June 28, 1955 October 24, 1951 section 60e6(b) of this title (3) Notwithstanding the third proviso in such paragraph [this section], any increase in the compensation of an employee in a Senators office shall take effect on the effective date of this subsection or on the date such employee became employed, whichever is later, if (A) the certification filed by such Senator under such proviso so provides, (B) such certification is filed in the disbursing office of the Senate not later than fifteen days following the date of enactment of this Act [ June 28, 1955 section 60e7 of this title section 60e7(a) of this title (f) [Repealed. Pub. L. 9057,  105(i)(6) July 28, 1967 81 Stat. 144 Aug. 1, 1967  Increase in Allowance for Administrative and Clerical Assistance to Senators1951 Act Oct. 24, 1951, ch. 554,  2(c)(1) 65 Stat. 614  The aggregate amount of the basic compensation authorized to be paid for administrative and clerical assistance and messenger service in the offices of Senators is hereby increased by (A) $4,140 in the case of Senators from States the population of which is less than three million; (B) $4,860 in the case of Senators from States the population of which is three million or more but less than five million; (C) $5,220 in the case of Senators from States the population of which is five million or more but less than ten million; and (D) $5,760 in the case of Senators from States the population of which is ten million or more. 1966 Adjustment of Basic Compensation of Employees in Office of Senator Pub. L. 89504, title III,  302(f) July 18, 1966 80 Stat. 295 The basic compensation of each employee in the office of a Senator is hereby adjusted, effective on the first day of the month following the date of enactment of this Act [ July 18, 1966 July 18, 1966 section 60e13(a) of this title July 18, 1966 section 60e13(a) of this title July 18, 1966 July 18, 1966 1965 Adjustment of Basic Compensation of Employees in Office of Senator Pub. L. 89301,  11(f) Oct. 29, 1965 79 Stat. 1121 The basic compensation of each employee in the office of a Senator is hereby adjusted, effective on the first day of the month following the date of enactment of this Act [ Oct. 29, 1965 Oct. 29, 1965 section 60e12(a) of this title Oct. 29, 1965 section 60e12(a) of this title Oct. 29, 1965 Oct. 29, 1965 1964 Adjustment of Basic Compensation of Employees in Office of Senator Pub. L. 88426, title II,  202(e) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 413 The basic compensation of each employee in the office of a Senator is hereby adjusted effective on the first day of the month following the date of enactment of this Act [ Aug. 14, 1964 Aug. 14, 1964 section 60e11(a) of this title Aug. 14, 1964 section 60e11(a) of this title Aug. 14, 1964 Aug. 14, 1964 1962 Adjustment of Basic Compensation of Employees in Office of Senator Pub. L. 87793,  1005(b) Oct. 11, 1962 76 Stat. 867 The basic compensation of each employee in the office of a Senator is hereby adjusted, effective on October 16, 1962 Oct. 11, 1962 1960 Adjustment of Basic Compensation of Employees in Office of Senator Pub. L. 86568, title I,  117(b) July 1, 1960 74 Stat. 303 The basic compensation of each employee in the office of a Senator is hereby adjusted, effective on July 1, 1960 July 1, 1960 1958 Adjustment of Basic Compensation of Employees in Office of Senator Pub. L. 85462,  4(b) June 20, 1958 72 Stat. 207 The basic compensation of each employee in the office of a Senator is hereby adjusted, effective on the first day of the month following the date of enactment of this Act [ June 20, 1958 June 20, 1958 section 60e8(a) of this title June 20, 1958 section 60e8(a) of this title June 20, 1958 June 20, 1958 1955 Adjustment of Basic Compensation of Employees in Office of Senator Act June 28, 1955, ch. 189,  4(e)(2) 69 Stat. 177 The basic compensation of each employee in the office of a Senator on the effective date of this subsection is hereby adjusted to the lowest multiple of $60 which will provide basic compensation, plus additional compensation payable under subsection (a) [former section 60e7(a) of this title section 60e7(a) of this title section 60e4a of this title Compensation of Administrative Assistant Charged to Senator Act Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 783, title I,  101(c)(1) 63 Stat. 974 The basic compensation of the administrative assistant to a Senator shall be charged against the aggregate amount authorized to be paid for clerical assistance and messenger service in the office of such Senator. Additional Increase in Clerk Hire Act Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 783, title I,  101(c)(2) 63 Stat. 974 The aggregate amount of the basic compensation authorized to be paid for clerical assistance and messenger service in the office of each Senator is increased by $11,520. Increase of Clerk Hire for Senators Act Dec. 20, 1944, ch. 617,  2(b) 58 Stat. 832 Jan. 1, 1945 The aggregate amount of the basic compensation authorized to be paid to employees in the offices of Senators (including employees of standing committees of which Senators are chairmen) is hereby increased by (1) $4,020 in the case of each Senator from a State which has a population of less than four million inhabitants and (2) by $5,040 in the case of each Senator from a State which has a population of four million or more inhabitants. Rate of Pay for Senate Committee Staff Members for 1977 Committee System Reorganization Pub. L. 954 Feb. 16, 1977 91 Stat. 12  That (a) notwithstanding the limitations contained in section 105(e) of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1968, as amended and modified [ 2 U.S.C. 4575(e) Feb. 4, 1977 January 4, 1977 (b) For purposes of subsection (a), the terms eligible staff member, new committee, and transition period have the meanings given to them by section 701 of the Committee System Reorganization Amendments of 1977 [S. Res. 4, Feb. 4, 1977 1970 Increase in Pay Rates of Certain Employees of Legislative Branch Adjustment by President pro tempore of Senate with respect to the Senate, by Finance Clerk of House with respect to the House of Representatives, and by Architect of the Capitol with respect to the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, effective on the first day of the first pay period which begins on or after Dec. 27, 1969 section 214 of Pub. L. 90206 section 5332 of Title 5 section 2 of Pub. L. 91231 Pub. L. 91231 section 5332 of Title 5 1968 and Increases in Compensation of Employees This section deemed amended on and after July 1, 1969 June 12, 1968 June 17, 1969 section 60a1 of this title Rates of Pay for Employees of Senate Select Committee To Study Governmental Operations With Respect to Intelligence Activities Pub. L. 9432, title I,  5 June 12, 1975 89 Stat. 183 Notwithstanding paragraph (3) of section 105(e) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1968, as amended [ 2 U.S.C. 4575(e)(3) Secretary of Senate To Fix Compensation of Legislative Clerk and Journal Clerk Pub. L. 86213 Sept. 1, 1959 73 Stat. 443 Sept. 1, 1959  4575a. Change in maximum rates of pay for statutory employees (i) Fixed salary positions For any position for which the Secretary of the Senate disburses the pay for the position and for which the specific amount of the rate of pay for the particular position is fixed by statute on the day before the effective date of the amendments made by this section, on and after such effective date the amount of the rate of pay for such position shall be fixed by the President pro tempore in an amount not to exceed the maximum rate of pay in effect under section 4575(f) of this title (ii) Positions with maximums For any position for which the Secretary of the Senate disburses the pay for the position and for which the maximum rate of pay for the particular position is fixed by statute on the day before the effective date of the amendments made by this section, on and after such effective date the maximum rate of pay for such position shall be fixed by the President pro tempore, which shall not exceed the maximum rate of pay in effect under section 4575(f) of this title ( Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(1)(B) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2774  Editorial Notes  References in Text The effective date of the amendments made by this section, referred to in text, is the effective date of section 212 of Pub. L. 11694 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective on the later of the first day of the first applicable pay period beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title  4576. Availability of appropriated funds for payment to an individual of pay from more than one position; conditions (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, appropriated funds are available for payment to an individual of pay from more than one qualifying position if the aggregate gross pay from those positions does not exceed (1) the maximum rate specified in section 4575(d)(2) of this title (2) in a case where 1 or more of the individuals qualifying positions are positions described in subsection (d)(2)(B), the maximum rate specified in section 4575(e)(3) of this title (b) (1) For an individual serving in more than 1 qualifying position under subsection (a), the cost of any travel for official business shall be paid by the office authorizing the travel. (2) Messages for each electronic mail account used in connection with carrying out the official duties of an individual serving in more than 1 qualifying position under subsection (a) may be delivered to and sent from a single handheld communications device provided to the individual for purposes of official business. (3) (A) For purposes of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.), 1 1 (B) For an individual serving in more than one qualifying position under subsection (a), for purposes of the rights and obligations described in, or described in the provisions applied under, title II of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1311 (c) (1) If the duties of a qualifying position under subsection (a) include information technology services and support, an individual may only serve in the qualifying position and 1 or more additional qualifying positions under such subsection if the individual is in compliance with each information technology standard and policy established for Senate offices by the Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. (2) Notwithstanding subsection (a), an employee serving in a qualifying position in the Office of the Secretary of the Senate or the Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate may serve in an additional qualifying position only if (A) the other qualifying position is with the other Office; or (B) the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate has approved the arrangement. (d) In this section, the term qualifying position means a position that (1) is designated as a shared position for purposes of this section by the Senator or other head of the office in which the position is located; and (2) is one of the following: (A) A position (i) that is in the office of a Senator; and (ii) the pay of which is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate. (B) A position (i) that is in any committee of the Senate (including a select or special committee) or a joint committee of Congress; and (ii) the pay of which is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate out of an appropriation under the heading inquiries and investigations or Joint Economic Committee, or a heading relating to a Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies. (C) A position (i) that is in another office (excluding the Office of the Vice President and the Office of the Chaplain of the Senate); and (ii) the pay of which is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate out of an appropriation under the heading Salaries, Officers and Employees. (D) A position (i) that is filled pursuant to section 6311 of this title (ii) the pay of which is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate out of an appropriation under the heading miscellaneous items. ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  114 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 665 Pub. L. 95240, title II,  207 Mar. 7, 1978 92 Stat. 117 Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  9] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Pub. L. 11710,  2(a) Apr. 23, 2021 135 Stat. 259  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Ethics in Government Act of 1978, referred to in subsec. (b)(3)(A), is Pub. L. 95521 Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1824 Pub. L. 117286 Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4266 section 101 of Title 5 The Congressional Accountability Act of 1995, referred to in subsec. (b)(3)(B), is Pub. L. 1041 Jan. 23, 1995 109 Stat. 3 section 1301 of this title Codification Section was formerly classified to section 611a of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1978, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1978. Amendments 2021Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11710,  2(a)(1) section 4575(d)(2) of this title Subsecs. (b) to (d). Pub. L. 11710,  2(a)(3) 1987 Pub. L. 100202 section 611(d)(2)(ii) of this title 1978 Pub. L. 95240 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2021 Amendment Pub. L. 11710,  2(b) Apr. 23, 2021 135 Stat. 261 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect beginning on the day that is 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act [ Apr. 23, 2021  4577. Availability of appropriations during first three months of any fiscal year for aggregate of payments of gross compensation made to employees from Senate appropriation account for Salaries, Officers and Employees  At no time during the first three months of any fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year which begins October 1, 1984 ( Pub. L. 98367, title I,  4 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 475  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 611b of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1985, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1985.  4578. Restriction on payment of dual compensation by Secretary of Senate  Unless otherwise specifically authorized by law, no part of any appropriation disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate shall be available for payment of compensation to any person holding any position, for any period for which such person received compensation for holding any other position, the compensation for which is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate. ( June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 360  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 66a of this title  4579. Student loan repayment program for Senate employees (a) Definitions In this section: (1) Departure date The term departure date means the earlier of (A) the date on which the term of a departing Senator or Vice President ends; or (B) the date on which the departing Senator or Vice President will retire or resign. (2) Departing Senator or Vice President The term departing Senator or Vice President means a Senator or Vice President who will not serve in the next term due to retirement, resignation, a decision to not seek reelection, or a failure to secure reelection. (3) Eligible employee The term eligible employee means an individual, except as provided under subsection (b)(3) (A) who is an employee of the Senate; and (B) whose rate of pay as an employee of the Senate, on the date on which such eligibility is determined, does not exceed the rate of basic pay payable for a position at level IV of the Executive Schedule under section 5315 of title 5 (4) Employee of the Senate The term employee of the Senate (A) has the meaning given the term under section 1301 of this title (B) includes any employee of the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate. (5) Employing office The term employing office (A) means the employing office, as defined under section 1301 of this title (B) includes the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services with respect to employees of that office whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate. (6) Secretary The term Secretary means the Secretary of the Senate. (7) Student loan The term student loan means (A) a loan made, insured, or guaranteed under part B, D, or E of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 1071 (B) a health education assistance loan made or insured under part A of title VII of the Public Health Service Act ( 42 U.S.C. 292 42 U.S.C. 297a (b) Senate student loan repayment program (1) Service agreements (A) In general The head of an employing office and an eligible employee may enter into a written service agreement under which (i) the employing office shall agree to repay, by direct payments on behalf of the eligible employee, any student loan indebtedness of the eligible employee that is outstanding at the time the eligible employee and the employing office enter into the agreement, subject to this section; and (ii) the eligible employee shall agree to complete the required period of employment described in subsection (c)(1) with the employing office in exchange for the student loan payments. (B) Contents of service agreements (i) Contents A service agreement under this paragraph shall contain (I) the start and end dates of the required period of employment covered by the agreement; (II) the monthly amount of the student loan payments to be provided by the employing office; (III) the employees agreement to reimburse the Senate under the conditions set forth in subsection (d)(1); (IV) disclosure of the program limitations provided for in subsection (d)(4) and paragraphs (2), (3), (6), and (7) of subsection (f); (V) other terms to which the employing office and employee agree (such as terms relating to job responsibilities or job performance expectations); and (VI) any other terms prescribed by the Secretary. (ii) Standard service agreements The Secretary shall establish standard service agreements for employing offices to use in carrying out this section. (2) Submission of agreements On entering into a service agreement under this section, the employing office shall submit a copy of the service agreement to the Secretary. (3) Exclusion from participation in dual programs Notwithstanding section 5379 of title 5 (c) Program conditions (1) Period of employment (A) In general Except as provided in subparagraph (B), the term of the required period of employment under a service agreement under this section shall be 1 year. On completion of the required period of employment under such a service agreement, the eligible employee and the employing office may enter into additional service agreements for successive 1-year periods of employment. (B) Departing Senators and Vice Presidents After the date that is 1 year before the departure date of a departing Senator or Vice President, the departing Senator or Vice President may enter into a service agreement under this section with an eligible employee of the office of the Senator or Vice President (including an eligible employee who has completed a required period of employment under a previous service agreement) that includes a required period of employment that (i) is less than 1 year; and (ii) shall end on the last day of the last full pay period ending on or before the departure date of the departing Senator or Vice President. (2) Amount of payments (A) In general The amount of student loan payments made under service agreements under this section on behalf of an eligible employee may not exceed (i) $833 in any month; or (ii) a total of $80,000. (B) Payments included in gross compensation limitations Any student loan payment made under this section in any month may not result in the sum of the payment and the compensation of an employee for that month exceeding 1 12 (3) Timing of payments Student loan payments made under this section under a service agreement shall begin the first day of the pay period after the date on which the agreement is signed and received by the Secretary, and shall be made on a monthly basis. (d) Loss of eligibility for student loan payments and obligation to reimburse (1) In general An employee shall not be eligible for continued student loan payments under a service agreement under this section and (except in a case in which an employees duty is terminated under paragraph (2) or an employing office assumes responsibilities under paragraph (3)) shall reimburse the Senate for the amount of all student loan payments made on behalf of the employee under the agreement, if, before the employee completes the required period of employment specified in the agreement (A) the employee voluntarily separates from service with the employing office; (B) the employee engages in misconduct or does not maintain an acceptable level of performance, as determined by the head of the employing office; or (C) the employee violates any condition of the agreement. (2) Termination of agreement The duty of an eligible employee to fulfill the required period of employment under the service agreement shall be terminated if (A) funds are not made available to cover the cost of the student loan repayment program carried out under this section; (B) the employee and the head of the employing office involved mutually agree to terminate the service agreement; (C) the agreement is terminated as provided under subsection (f)(7)(A); or (D) the employee separates from service with the office of a departing Senator or Vice President. (3) Another employing office An employing office who hires an eligible employee during a required period of employment (including a required period of employment described in subsection (c)(1)(B)) under such a service agreement may assume the remaining obligations (as of the date of the hiring) of the employees prior employing office under the agreement. (4) Failure of employee to reimburse If an eligible employee fails to reimburse the Senate for the amount owed under paragraph (1), such amount shall be collected (A) under section 6568(c) of this title section 5514 of title 5 (B) under other applicable provisions of law if the eligible employee is not employed by any other office of the Senate or agency of the Federal Government. (5) Crediting of amounts Any amount repaid by, or recovered from, an eligible employee under this section shall be credited to the subaccount for the employing office from which the amount involved was originally paid. Any amount so credited shall be merged with other sums in such subaccount for the employing office and shall be available for the same purposes, and subject to the same limitations (if any), as the sums with which such amount is merged. (e) Records and reports (1) In general Not later than January 1, 2003 (A) the number of eligible employees that received student loan payments under this section; and (B) the costs of such payments, including (i) the amount of such payments made for each eligible employee; (ii) the amount of any reimbursement amounts for early separation from service or whether any waivers were provided with respect to such reimbursements; and (iii) any other information determined to be relevant by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate or the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate. (2) Confidentiality Such report shall not include any information which is considered confidential or could disclose the identity of individual employees or employing offices. Information required to be contained in the report of the Secretary under section 4108 of this title (f) Other administrative matters (1) Account (A) In general The Secretary shall establish and maintain a central account from which student loan payments available under this section shall be paid on behalf of eligible employees. (B) Office subaccounts The Secretary shall ensure that, within the account established under subparagraph (A), a separate subaccount is established for each employing office to be used by each such office to make student loan payments under this section. Such student loan payments shall be made from any funds available to the employing office for student loan payments that are contained in the subaccount for the office. (C) Limitation Amounts in each subaccount established under this paragraph shall not be made available for any purpose other than to make student loan payments under this section. (2) Beginning of payments Student loan payments may begin under this section with respect to an eligible employee upon (A) the receipt by the Secretary of a signed service agreement; and (B) verification by the Secretary with the holder of the loan that the eligible employee has an outstanding student loan balance that qualifies for payment under this section. (3) Limitation Student loan payments may be made under this section only with respect to the amount of student loan indebtedness of the eligible employee that is outstanding on the date on which the employee and the employing office enter into a service agreement under this section. Such payments may not be made under this section on a student loan that is in default or arrears. (4) Payment on multiple loans Student loan payments may be made under this section with respect to more than 1 student loan of an eligible employee at the same time or separately, if the total payments on behalf of such employee do not exceed the limits under subsection (c)(2)(A). (5) Treatment of payments Student loan payments made on behalf of an eligible employee under this section shall be in addition to any basic pay and other forms of compensation otherwise payable to the eligible employee, and shall be subject to withholding for income and employment tax obligations as provided for by law. (6) No relief from liability An agreement to make student loan payments under this section shall not exempt an eligible employee from the responsibility or liability of the employee with respect to the loan involved and the eligible employee shall continue to be responsible for making student loan payments on the portion of any loan that is not covered under the terms of the service agreement. (7) Change in payments (A) Reduction (i) In general Notwithstanding the terms of a service agreement under this section, the head of an employing office may reduce the amount of student loan payments made under the agreement if adequate funds are not available to such office. (ii) Notice If the head of an employing office decides to reduce the amount of student loan payments to an eligible employee under clause (i) (I) the employing office shall concurrently notify the eligible employee and the Secretary of the Senate of the reduction; and (II) not later than 30 days after the date of the concurrent notice, the eligible employee may terminate the service agreement. (B) Increase Notwithstanding the terms of a service agreement under this section, the head of an employing office, with the consent of an eligible employee, may increase the amount of student loan payments made under the agreement with the eligible employee, if (i) the office has adequate funds available for the purpose of agreements under this section; (ii) the amount of the increased payment does not exceed the limitations under this section; and (iii) the total amount of the loan payments to be made (including such increase) during the remainder of the required period of employment does not exceed the amount of student loan indebtedness of the eligible employee as of the date of the increase. (8) No right to continued employment A service agreement under this section shall not be construed to create a right to, promise of, or entitlement to the continued employment of the eligible employee. (9) No entitlement A student loan payment under this section shall not be construed to be an entitlement for any eligible employee. (10) Treatment of payments A student loan payment under this section (A) shall not be basic pay of an employee for purposes of chapters 83 and 84 of title 5 (relating to retirement) and chapter 87 of such title (relating to life insurance coverage); and (B) shall not be included in Federal wages for purposes of chapter 85 of such title (relating to unemployment compensation). (g) Allocation of funds (1) Maximum amount In this subsection, the term maximum amount, used with respect to a fiscal year, means (A) in the case of an employing office described in subsection (h)(1)(A), the amount described in that subsection for that fiscal year; and (B) in the case of an employing office described in subsection (h)(1)(B), the amount described in that subsection for that fiscal year. (2) Allocation From the total amount made available to carry out this section for a fiscal year, there shall be allocated to each employing office for that fiscal year (A) the maximum amount for that employing office for that fiscal year; or (B) if the total amount is not sufficient to provide the maximum amount to each employing office, an amount that bears the same relationship to the total amount as the maximum amount for that employing office for that fiscal year bears to the total of the maximum amounts for all employing offices for that fiscal year. (3) Apportionment In the case of an employing office that is a Committee of the Senate, the funds allocated under this subsection shall be apportioned between the majority and minority staff of the committee in the same manner as amounts are apportioned between the staffs for salaries. (h) Authorization of appropriations (1) In general There are authorized to be appropriated (or otherwise made available from appropriations) to carry out this section the following amounts for each fiscal year: (A) For each employing office that is the personal office of a Senator, an amount equal to 2.5 percent of the total sums appropriated for the fiscal year involved for administrative and clerical salaries for such office. (B) For each other employing office, an amount equal to 2.5 percent of the total sums appropriated for the fiscal year involved for salaries for such office. (2) Limitation Amounts provided under this section shall be subject to annual appropriations. (i) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2002 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  102 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 563 Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  916 Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2324 Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  1001(a) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1124 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  103(a) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 772 Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  105(a) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1632  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Higher Education Act of 1965, referred to in subsec. (a)(5)(A), is Pub. L. 89329 Nov. 8, 1965 79 Stat. 1219 section 1001 of Title 20 The Public Health Service Act, referred to in subsec. (a)(5)(B), is act July 1, 1944, ch. 373 58 Stat. 682 section 201 of Title 42 Section 6568(c) of this title Section 4108 of this title Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60c5 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 2002, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2002. Amendments 2020Subsec. (c)(2)(A)(i). Pub. L. 116260,  105(a)(1)(A) Subsec. (c)(2)(A)(ii). Pub. L. 116260,  105(a)(1)(B) Subsec. (h)(1). Pub. L. 116260,  105(a)(2) 2018Subsec. (a)(1), (2). Pub. L. 115141,  103(a)(1)(B) Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 115141,  103(a)(1)(A) Subsec. (a)(3)(B). Pub. L. 115141,  103(a)(1)(C) section 5315 of title 5 Subsec. (a)(4) to (7). Pub. L. 115141,  103(a)(1)(A) Subsec. (b)(1)(A)(ii). Pub. L. 115141,  103(a)(2) Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 115141,  103(a)(3) Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 115141,  103(a)(4)(A) Subsec. (d)(3). Pub. L. 115141,  103(a)(4)(B) Subsec. (f)(7). Pub. L. 115141,  103(a)(5) 2011Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 11274,  1001(a)(1) Subsec. (a)(2), (3). Pub. L. 11274,  1001(a)(2) (2) Employee of the senate section 1301 of this title (3) Employing office section 1301 of this title Subsec. (b)(3). Pub. L. 11274,  1001(b) 2002Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 107117,  916(1) Subsec. (g)(1). Pub. L. 107117,  916(2) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2020 Amendment Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  105(b) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1632 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect on March 1, 2021 Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  103(b) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 774  The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall (1) take effect on the date of enactment of this Act [ Mar. 23, 2018 (2) apply to a service agreement under section 102 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2002 ( 2 U.S.C. 4579 Effective Date of 2011 Amendment Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  1001(c) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1124 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall take effect on the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 23, 2011 2 U.S.C. 60c5 2 U.S.C. 4579 section 5379 of title 5  4580. Lump sum payment for accrued annual leave of Senate employees (a) Authorization The head of the employing office of an employee of the Senate may, upon termination of employment of the employee, authorize payment of a lump sum for the accrued annual leave of that employee if (1) the head of the employing office (A) has approved a written leave policy authorizing employees to accrue leave and establishing the conditions upon which accrued leave may be paid; and (B) submits written certification to the Financial Clerk of the Senate of the number of days of annual leave accrued by the employee for which payment is to be made under the written leave policy of the employing office; and (2) there are sufficient funds to cover the lump sum payment. (b) Rates (1) A lump sum payment under this section shall not exceed the lesser of (A) twice the monthly rate of pay of the employee; or (B) the product of the daily rate of pay of the employee and the number of days of accrued annual leave of the employee. (2) The Secretary of the Senate shall determine the rates of pay of an employee under paragraph (1)(A) and (B) on the basis of the annual rate of pay of the employee in effect on the date of termination of employment. (c) Source of payment Any payment under this section shall be paid from the appropriation account or fund used to pay the employee. (d) Reemployment refund If an individual who received a lump sum payment under this section is reemployed as an employee of the Senate before the end of the period covered by the lump sum payment, the individual shall refund an amount equal to the applicable pay covering the period between the date of reemployment and the expiration of the lump sum period. Such amount shall be deposited to the appropriation account or fund used to pay the lump sum payment. (e) Regulations The Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate may prescribe regulations to carry out this section. (f) Definitions In this section, the term (1) employee of the Senate means any employee whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate, except that the term does not include a member of the Capitol Police or a civilian employee of the Capitol Police; and (2) head of the employing office means any person with the final authority to appoint, hire, discharge, and set the terms, conditions, or privileges of the employment of an individual whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  6] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified as a note under section 60 o Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 2001, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2001.  4581. Aggregate gross compensation of employee of Senator of State with population under 5,000,000 (a) Notwithstanding the provisions of section 4575(d)(1) of this title (b) Subsection (a) shall take effect October 1, 1991 ( Pub. L. 10290, title I,  5 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 450  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 611c of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1992, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1992. Part B Administration  4591. Vice President, Senators, officers, and employees paid by Secretary of Senate; payment of salary; advance payment The compensation of the Vice President, Senators, and officers and employees, whose compensation is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate, shall be payable on the fifth day of the month following the month in which such compensation accrued, except that (1) Repealed. Pub. L. 9751,  111(a)(1) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 962 (2) when such fifth or twentieth day falls on Saturday, Sunday, or on a legal holiday (including any holiday on which the banks of the District of Columbia are closed pursuant to law), such compensation shall be payable on the next preceding workday; and (3) any part of such compensation accrued for any month may, in the discretion of the Secretary of the Senate, be paid prior to the day specified in the preceding provisions of this section. For purposes of title 26 and for accounting and reporting purposes, disbursements made in accordance with this section on the fifth day of a month, or on the next preceding workday if such fifth day falls on Saturday, Sunday, or a legal holiday, shall be considered to have been made on the last day of the preceding month. ( Pub. L. 86426,  1 Apr. 20, 1960 74 Stat. 53 Pub. L. 92136,  6 Oct. 11, 1971 85 Stat. 378 Pub. L. 9638, title I,  108(a) July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 113 Pub. L. 9751 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 962 Pub. L. 97257, title I,  105(a) Sept. 10, 1982 96 Stat. 849 Pub. L. 99514,  2 Oct. 22, 1986 100 Stat. 2095  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60c1 of this title Amendments 1986 Pub. L. 99514 1982 Pub. L. 97257 1981 Pub. L. 9751 1979 Pub. L. 9638 1971Cl. (2). Pub. L. 92136 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1982 Amendment Pub. L. 97257, title I,  105(c) Sept. 10, 1982 96 Stat. 849 Amendments and repeals made by the preceding provisions of this section [amending this section and section 104 of Title 3 Effective Date of 1981 Amendment Pub. L. 9751,  111(b) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 962 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall be effective in the case of compensation payable for months after December 1982. Amendment by section 112(a) of Pub. L. 9751 section 112(e) of Pub. L. 9751 section 6301 of this title Effective Date of 1979 Amendment Pub. L. 9638, title I,  108(b) July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 113 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect on October 1, 1978 Effective Date of 1971 Amendment Pub. L. 92136,  9(b) Oct. 11, 1971 85 Stat. 378 Sections 4 and 6 of this Act [enacting former section 60c2 of this title July 1, 1971 Effective Date Pub. L. 86426,  3 Apr. 20, 1960 74 Stat. 54 This joint resolution [enacting this section and amending former sections 60d, 60e, and 60e1 of this title] shall be effective with respect to compensation accruing on or after the first day of the month following the month in which it is enacted [ Apr. 1, 1960  4592. Payment of sums due deceased Senators and Senate personnel  Under regulations prescribed by the Secretary of the Senate, a person serving as a Senator or officer or employee whose compensation is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate may designate a beneficiary or beneficiaries to be paid any unpaid balance of salary or other sums due such person at the time of his death. When any person dies while so serving, any such unpaid balance shall be paid by the disbursing officer of the Senate to the designated beneficiary or beneficiaries. If no designation has been made, such unpaid balance shall be paid to the widow or widower of that person, or if there is no widow or widower, to the next of kin or heirs at law of that person. Section 50 of the Revised Statutes 1 1 ( Jan. 6, 1951, ch. 1213 64 Stat. 1224 Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1505  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 50 of the Revised Statutes, referred to in text, was classified to section 38 of this title Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(4) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1725 section 5305 of this title Codification Section was formerly classified to section 36a of this title Amendments 1972 Pub. L. 92607  4593. Waiver by Secretary of Senate of claims of United States arising out of erroneous payments to Vice President, Senator, or Senate employee paid by Secretary of Senate (a) Waiver of claim for erroneous payment of pay or allowances A claim of the United States against a person arising out of an erroneous payment of any pay or allowances, other than travel and transportation expenses and allowances, on or after July 25, 1974 (b) Prohibition of waiver The Secretary of the Senate may not exercise his authority under this section to waive any claim (1) if, in his opinion, there exists, in connection with the claim, an indication of fraud, misrepresentation, fault, or lack of good faith on the part of the Vice President, the Senator, the officer or employee, or any other person having an interest in obtaining a waiver of the claim; or (2) if the application for waiver is received in his office after the expiration of 3 years immediately following the date on which the erroneous payment of pay or allowances was discovered. (c) Credit for waiver In the audit and settlement of accounts of any accountable officer or official, full credit shall be given for any amounts with respect to which collection by the United States is waived under this section. (d) Effect of waiver An erroneous payment, the collection of which is waived under this section, is deemed a valid payment for all purposes. (e) Construction with other laws This section does not affect any authority under any other law to litigate, settle, compromise, or waive any claim of the United States. (f) Rules and regulations The Secretary of the Senate shall promulgate rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this section. ( Pub. L. 93359,  2 July 25, 1974 88 Stat. 394 Pub. L. 10369, title III,  315 Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 713 Pub. L. 104316, title I,  102(b) Oct. 19, 1996 110 Stat. 3828  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 130c of this title Amendments 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104316 1993Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10369 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1996 Amendment Pub. L. 104316, title I,  101(e) Oct. 19, 1996 110 Stat. 3827  (1)  In general Except as provided in paragraph (2), this title [see Tables for classification] shall take effect on the date of enactment of this Act [ Oct. 19, 1996 (2)  Exceptions Sections 103(d), 105(b), and 116 [amending section 5584 of Title 5 section 2774 of Title 10 section 716 of Title 32  4594. Withholding and remittance of State income tax by Secretary of Senate (a) Agreement by Secretary with appropriate State official; covered individuals Whenever (1) the law of any State provides for the collection of an income tax by imposing upon employers generally the duty of withholding sums from the compensation of employees and remitting such sums to the authorities of such State; and (2) such duty to withhold is imposed generally with respect to the compensation of employees who are residents of such State; then the Secretary of the Senate is authorized, in accordance with the provisions of this section, to enter into an agreement with the appropriate official of that State to provide for the withholding and remittance of sums for individuals (A) whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary; and (B) who request the Secretary to make such withholdings for remittance to that State. (b) Number of remittances authorized Any agreement entered into under subsection (a) of this section shall not require the Secretary to remit such sums more often than once each calendar quarter. (c) Requests by individuals of Secretary for withholding and remittance; amount of withholding; number and effective date of requests; change of designated State; revocation of request; rules and regulations (1) An individual whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary may request the Secretary to withhold sums from his pay for remittance to the appropriate authorities of the State that he designates. Amounts of withholdings shall be made in accordance with those provisions of the law of that State which apply generally to withholding by employers. (2) An individual may have in effect at any time only one request for withholdings, and he may not have more than two such requests in effect with respect to different States during any one calendar year. The request for withholdings is effective on the first day of the first month commencing after the day on which the request is received in the Disbursing Office of the Senate, except that (A) when the Secretary first enters into an agreement with a State, a request for withholdings shall be effective on such date as the Secretary may determine; and (B) when an individual first receives an appointment, the request shall be effective on the day of appointment, if the individual makes the request at the time of appointment. (3) An individual may change the State designated by him for the purposes of having withholdings made and request that the withholdings be remitted in accordance with such change, and he may also revoke his request for withholdings. Any change in the State designated or revocation is effective on the first day of the first month commencing after the day on which the request for change or the revocation is received in the Disbursing Office. (4) The Secretary is authorized to issue rules and regulations he considers appropriate in carrying out this subsection. (d) Time or times of agreements by Secretary The Secretary may enter into agreements under subsection (a) of this section at such time or times as he considers appropriate. (e) Provisions as not imposing duty, burden, requirement or penalty on United States, Senate, or any officer or employee of United States; effect of filing paper, form, or document with Secretary This section imposes no duty, burden, or requirement upon the United States, the Senate, or any officer or employee of the United States, except as specifically provided in this section. Nothing in this section shall be deemed to consent to the application of any provision of law which has the effect of subjecting the United States, the Senate, or any officer or employee of the United States to any penalty or liability by reason of the provisions of this section. Any paper, form, or document filed with the Secretary under this section is a paper of the Senate within the provisions of rule XXX of the Standing Rules of the Senate. (f) State defined For the purposes of this section, State means any of the States of the United States and the District of Columbia. ( Pub. L. 93371,  2 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 427  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Standing Rules of the Senate, referred to in subsec. (e), were revised in 1979 and 2000. Provisions relating to withdrawal of papers from the files of the Senate which were formerly contained in Rule XXX of the Standing Rules of the Senate are contained in Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate. Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60c3 of this title  4595. Payment for unaccrued leave (a) In general The Financial Clerk of the Senate is authorized to accept from an individual whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of 1 1 (b) Withholding The Financial Clerk of the Senate is authorized to withhold the amount referred to in subsection (a) from any amount which is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate and which is due to or on behalf of the individual described in subsection (a). (c) Deposit Any payment accepted under this section shall be deposited in the general fund of the Treasury as miscellaneous receipts. (d) Head of the employing office defined As used in this section, the term head of the employing office means any person with the final authority to appoint, hire, discharge, and set the terms, conditions, or privileges of the employment of an individual whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate. (e) Applicability This section shall apply to fiscal year 1996 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 104197, title I,  9 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2398  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60p of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1997, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1997. CHAPTER 47 CONGRESSIONAL ETHICS    SUBCHAPTER IGENERAL  Sec.  4701. Subletting duties of employees of Senate or House.  4702. Notification of post-employment restrictions for Members of Congress and employees.  SUBCHAPTER IIHOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES  4711. Committee on Standards of Official Conduct of House of Representatives.  4712. Posting of travel and financial disclosure reports on public website of Clerk of the House of Representatives.  4713. Reporting payments made to witnesses before Committee on Standards of Official Conduct.  SUBCHAPTER IIISENATE  4721. Referral of ethics violations by Senate Ethics Committee to Government Accountability Office for investigation.  4722. Mandatory Senate ethics training for Members and staff.  4723. Annual report by Select Committee on Ethics.  4724. Amendment to Senate conflict of interest rule.  4725. Gifts and travel.  4726. Guidelines relating to restrictions on registered lobbyist participation in travel and disclosure.  4727. Senate privately paid travel public website.  4728. Notification of post-employment restrictions for Senators and employees. SUBCHAPTER I GENERAL  4701. Subletting duties of employees of Senate or House  No employee of Congress, either in the Senate or House, shall sublet to, or hire, another to do or perform any part of the duties or work attached to the position to which he was appointed. ( Mar. 2, 1895, ch. 177,  1 28 Stat. 771  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 101 of this title  4702. Notification of post-employment restrictions for Members of Congress and employees (a) Notification of post-employment restrictions After a Member of Congress or an elected officer of either House of Congress leaves office, or after the termination of employment with the House of Representatives or the Senate of an employee who is covered under paragraph (2), (3), (4), or (5) of section 207(e) of title 18 (b) Posting on Internet The Clerk of the House of Representatives, with respect to notifications under subsection (a) relating to Members, officers, and employees of the House, and the Secretary of the Senate, with respect to such notifications relating to Members, officers, and employees of the Senate, shall post the information contained in such notifications on the public Internet site of the Office of the Clerk or the Secretary of the Senate, as the case may be, in a format that, to the extent technically practicable, is searchable, sortable, and downloadable. ( Pub. L. 11081, title I,  103 Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 739  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 104d of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on Standards of Official Conduct of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Ethics of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, Jan. 5, 2011 Effective Date Pub. L. 11081, title I,  105(c) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 741  (1)  Notification of post-employment restrictions Subsection (a) of section 103 [ 2 U.S.C. 4702(a) Sept. 14, 2007 (2)  Posting of information Subsection (b) of section 103 [ 2 U.S.C. 4702(b) January 1, 2008 SUBCHAPTER II HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES  4711. Committee on Standards of Official Conduct of House of Representatives (a) Omitted (b) Committee composition The respective party caucus or conference of the House of Representatives shall each nominate to the House of Representatives at the beginning of each Congress 7 members to serve on the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct. (c) Investigative subcommittees The Committee on Standards of Official Conduct shall adopt rules providing (1) for the establishment of a 4 or 6-member investigative subcommittee (with equal representation from the majority and minority parties) whenever the committee votes to undertake any investigation; (2) that the senior majority and minority members on an investigative subcommittee shall serve as the chairman and ranking minority member of the subcommittee; and (3) that the chairman and ranking minority member of the full committee may only serve as non-voting, ex officio members on an investigative subcommittee. Clause 5(d) of rule XI 1 1 (d) Adjudicatory subcommittees The Committee on Standards of Official Conduct shall adopt rules providing (1) that upon the completion of an investigation, an investigative subcommittee shall report its findings and recommendations to the committee; (2) that, if an investigative subcommittee by majority vote of its membership adopts a statement of alleged violation, the remaining members of the committee shall comprise an adjudicatory subcommittee to hold a disciplinary hearing on the violation alleged in the statement; (3) that any statement of alleged violation and any written response thereto shall be made public at the first meeting or hearing on the matter which is open to the public after the respondent has been given full opportunity to respond to the statement in accordance with committee rules, but, if no public hearing or meeting is held on the matter, the statement of alleged violation and any written response thereto shall be included in the committees final report to the House of Representatives as required by clause 4(e)(1)(B) of rule X 1 (4) that a quorum for an adjudicatory subcommittee for the purpose of taking testimony and conducting any business shall consist of a majority of the membership of the subcommittee plus one; and (5) that an adjudicatory subcommittee shall determine, after receiving evidence, whether the counts in the statement have been proved and shall report its findings to the committee. Clause 5(d) of rule XI 1 (e) to (h) Omitted (i) Advice and education (1) The Committee on Standards of Official Conduct shall establish within the committee an Office on Advice and Education (hereinafter in this subsection referred to as the Office) under the supervision of the chairman. (2) The Office shall be headed by a director who shall be appointed by the chairman, in consultation with the ranking minority member, and shall be comprised of such staff as the chairman determines is necessary to carry out the responsibilities of the Office. (3) The primary responsibilities of the Office shall include: (A) Providing information and guidance to Members, officers and employees of the House regarding any laws, rules, regulations, and other standards of conduct applicable to such individuals in their official capacities, and any interpretations and advisory opinions of the committee. (B) Submitting to the chairman and ranking minority member of the committee any written request from any such Member, officer or employee for an interpretation of applicable laws, rules, regulations, or other standards of conduct, together with any recommendations thereon. (C) Recommending to the committee for its consideration formal advisory opinions of general applicability. (D) Developing and carrying out, subject to the approval of the chairman, periodic educational briefings for Members, officers and employees of the House on those laws, rules, regulations, or other standards of conduct applicable to them. (4) No information provided to the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct by a Member, officer or employee of the House of Representatives when seeking advice regarding prospective conduct of such Member, officer or employee may be used as the basis for initiating an investigation under clause 4(e)(1)(B) of rule X 1 (j) Effective date This section shall take effect immediately before noon January 3, 1991 January 1, 1990 ( Pub. L. 101194, title VIII,  803 Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1774  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Rules of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Sixth Congress were adopted and amended generally by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 29d of this title Section is comprised of section 803 of Pub. L. 101194 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on Standards of Official Conduct of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Ethics of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, Jan. 5, 2011 Acceptance of Gifts; Amendments to Advisory Opinions Pub. L. 101194, title VIII,  801(e) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1772 The Committee on Standards of Official Conduct [now Committee on Ethics] of the House of Representatives shall amend its advisory opinions relating to the acceptance of gifts (1) to prohibit lodging received as personal hospitality in excess of 30 days in any calendar year from any individual unless a written waiver is granted by the committee and (2) to exempt gifts of food and beverages consumed not in connection with gifts of lodging from coverage under clause 4 of rule XLIII [now clause 4 of rule XXIII] of the Rules of the House of Representatives. Noncampaign Use of Campaign Vehicles Pub. L. 101194, title VIII,  802(e) Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1773 The Committee on Standards of Official Conduct [now Committee on Ethics] of the House of Representatives shall issue an advisory opinion to provide for appropriate conditions for the incidental noncampaign use of vehicles owned or leased by a campaign committee of a Member of the House of Representatives. Restrictions on Reimbursable Travel Expenses Pub. L. 101194, title VIII,  805 Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1778  (a)  Restrictions The Committee on Standards of Official Conduct [now Committee on Ethics] of the House of Representatives shall amend its advisory opinions relating to the acceptance of necessary travel expenses incurred on or after January 1, 1990 (1) prohibit the acceptance of such expenses for more than 4 consecutive days in the case of domestic travel and 7 consecutive days (excluding travel days) in the case of foreign travel; and (2) permit the acceptance of travel expenses for the spouse or other family member in connection with any substantial participation event or fact-finding activity. (b)  Exemption Authority The Committee on Standards of Official Conduct [now Committee on Ethics] of the House of Representatives is authorized to grant prior written exemptions from the limitations contained in subsection (a)(1) in exceptional circumstances.  4712. Posting of travel and financial disclosure reports on public website of Clerk of the House of Representatives (a) Requiring posting on Internet The Clerk of the House of Representatives shall post on the public Internet site of the Office of the Clerk, in a format that is searchable, sortable, and downloadable, to the extent technically practicable, each of the following: (1) The advance authorizations, certifications, and disclosures filed with respect to transportation, lodging, and related expenses for travel under clause 5(b) of rule XXV of the Rules of the House of Representatives by Members (including Delegates and Resident Commissioners to the Congress), officers, and employees of the House. (2) The reports filed under section 13105(h)(1) of title 5 (b) Applicability and timing (1) Applicability Subject to paragraph (2), subsection (a) shall apply with respect to information received by the Clerk of the House of Representatives on or after September 14, 2007 (2) Timing The Clerk of the House of Representatives shall (A) not later than August 1, 2008 June 1, 2008 (B) not later than the end of each 45-day period occurring after information is required to be posted under subparagraph (A), post the information required by subsection (a) that the Clerk has received since the last posting under this subsection. (3) Omission of personally identifiable information Members of the House of Representatives (including Delegates and Resident Commissioners to the Congress) shall be permitted to omit personally identifiable information not required to be disclosed on the reports posted on the public Internet site under this section (such as home address, Social Security numbers, personal bank account numbers, home telephone, and names of children) prior to the posting of such reports on such public Internet site. (4) Assistance in protecting personal information The Clerk of the House of Representatives, in consultation with the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct, shall include in any informational materials concerning any disclosure that will be posted on the public Internet site under this section an explanation of the procedures for protecting personally identifiable information as described in this section. (c) Retention The Clerk shall maintain the information posted on the public Internet site of the Office of the Clerk under this section for a period of 6 years after receiving the information, or, in the case of reports filed under section 13105(h)(1) of title 5 ( Pub. L. 11081, title III,  304 Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 752 Pub. L. 112105,  19(b)(1) Apr. 4, 2012 126 Stat. 304 Pub. L. 117286,  4(c)(4) Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4353  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 104e of this title Amendments 2022Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 117286,  4(c)(4)(A) section 13105(h)(1) of title 5 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 117286,  4(c)(4)(B) section 13105(h)(1) of title 5 2012Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 112105 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on Standards of Official Conduct of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Ethics of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, Jan. 5, 2011 Effective Date of 2012 Amendment Pub. L. 112105,  19(b)(2) Apr. 4, 2012 126 Stat. 305 The amendment made by paragraph (1) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to any report which is filed on or after the date on which the systems developed by the Secretary and Sergeant at Arms of the Senate and the Clerk of the House of Representatives under section 8(b) [of Pub. L. 112105 section 105 of Pub. L. 95521 Rule of Construction Pub. L. 112105,  10 Apr. 4, 2012 126 Stat. 298  Nothing in this Act [see Tables for classification], the amendments made by this Act, or the interpretive guidance to be issued pursuant to sections 3 and 9[(a)] of this Act [set out as notes preceding section 13101 of Title 5 (1) impair or limit the construction of the antifraud provisions of the securities laws or the Commodity Exchange Act [ 7 U.S.C. 1 (2) be in derogation of the obligations, duties, and functions of a Member of Congress, an employee of Congress, an executive branch employee, a judicial officer, or a judicial employee, arising from such persons official position; or (3) be in derogation of existing laws, regulations, or ethical obligations governing Members of Congress, employees of Congress, executive branch employees, judicial officers, or judicial employees. Exercise of Rulemaking Authority Pub. L. 11081, title III,  306 Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 754  The provisions of this title [enacting this section] are adopted by the House of Representatives (1) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the House; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of the House to change those rules at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of the House.  4713. Reporting payments made to witnesses before Committee on Standards of Official Conduct  Notwithstanding any other provision of law or any other rule or regulation, any information on payments made by the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct of the House of Representatives to an individual for attendance as a witness before the Committee in executive session during a Congress shall be reported not later than the second semiannual report filed under section 5535 of this title ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  105 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2439  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified as a note under section 104b of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on Standards of Official Conduct of House of Representatives changed to Committee on Ethics of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, Jan. 5, 2011 SUBCHAPTER III SENATE  4721. Referral of ethics violations by Senate Ethics Committee to Government Accountability Office for investigation  If the Committee on Ethics of the Senate determines that there is a reasonable basis to believe that a Member, officer, or employee of the Senate may have committed an ethics violation, the committee may request the Office of Special Investigations of the Government Accountability Office to conduct factfinding and an investigation into the matter. The Office of Special Investigations shall promptly investigate the matter as directed by the committee. ( Pub. L. 101194, title V,  501 Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1753 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 72a1g of this title Amendments 2004 Pub. L. 108271  4722. Mandatory Senate ethics training for Members and staff (a) Training program The Select Committee on Ethics shall conduct ongoing ethics training and awareness programs for Members of the Senate and Senate staff. (b) Requirements The ethics training program conducted by the Select Committee on Ethics shall be completed by (1) new Senators or staff not later than 60 days after commencing service or employment; and (2) Senators and Senate staff serving or employed on September 14, 2007 September 14, 2007 ( Pub. L. 11081, title V,  553 Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 773  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 72a1h of this title  4723. Annual report by Select Committee on Ethics The Select Committee on Ethics of the Senate shall issue an annual report due no later than January 31, describing the following: (1) The number of alleged violations of Senate rules received from any source, including the number raised by a Senator or staff of the committee. (2) A list of the number of alleged violations that were dismissed (A) for lack of subject matter jurisdiction or, in which, even if the allegations in the complaint are true, no violation of Senate rules would exist; or (B) because they failed to provide sufficient facts as to any material violation of the Senate rules beyond mere allegation or assertion. (3) The number of alleged violations in which the committee staff conducted a preliminary inquiry. (4) The number of alleged violations that resulted in an adjudicatory review. (5) The number of alleged violations that the committee dismissed for lack of substantial merit. (6) The number of private letters of admonition or public letters of admonition issued. (7) The number of matters resulting in a disciplinary sanction. (8) Any other information deemed by the committee to be appropriate to describe its activities in the preceding year. ( Pub. L. 11081, title V,  554 Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 773  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 72a1i of this title  4724. Amendment to Senate conflict of interest rule (a) Except as provided by subsection (b), any employee of the Senate who is required to file a report pursuant to Senate rules shall refrain from participating personally and substantially as an employee of the Senate in any contact with any agency of the executive or judicial branch of Government with respect to non-legislative matters affecting any non-governmental person in which the employee has a significant financial interest. (b) Subsection (a) shall not apply if an employee first advises his supervisor of his significant financial interest and obtains from such supervisor a written waiver stating that the participation of the employee is necessary. A copy of each such waiver shall be filed with the Select Committee. ( Pub. L. 101194, title IX,  903 Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1781  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 602 of this title  4725. Gifts and travel (a) Gifts (1) No Member, officer, or employee of the Senate, or the spouse or dependent thereof, shall knowingly accept, directly or indirectly, any gift or gifts in any calendar year aggregating more than the minimal value as established by section 7342(a)(5) of title 5 1 1 (2) The prohibitions of this subsection do not apply to gifts (A) from relatives; (B) with a value of $100 or less, as adjusted under section 13104(a)(2)(A) of title 5 (C) of personal hospitality of an individual. (3) For purposes of this subsection (A) the term gift means a payment, subscription, advance, forbearance, rendering, or deposit of money, services, or anything of value, including food, lodging, transportation, or entertainment, and reimbursement for other than necessary expenses, unless consideration of equal or greater value is received, but does not include (1) a political contribution otherwise reported as required by law, (2) a loan made in a commercially reasonable manner (including requirements that the loan be repaid and that a reasonable rate of interest be paid), (3) a bequest, inheritance, or other transfer at death, (4) a bona fide award presented in recognition of public service and available to the general public, (5) a reception at which the Member, officer, or employee is to be honored, provided such individual receives no other gifts that exceed the restrictions in this rule, other than a suitable memento, (6) meals or beverages consumed or enjoyed, provided the meals or beverages are not consumed or enjoyed in connection with a gift of overnight lodging, or (7) anything of value given to a spouse or dependent of a reporting individual by the employer of such spouse or dependent in recognition of the service provided by such spouse or dependent; and (B) the term relative has the same meaning given to such term in section 13101(16) of title 5 (4) If a Member, officer, or employee, after exercising reasonable diligence to obtain the information necessary to comply with this rule, unknowingly accepts a gift described in paragraph (1) such Member, officer, or employee shall, upon learning of the nature of the gift and its source, return the gift or, if it is not possible to return the gift, reimburse the donor for the value of the gift. (5) (A) Notwithstanding the provisions of this subsection, a Member, officer, or employee of the Senate may participate in a program, the principal objective of which is educational, sponsored by a foreign government or a foreign educational or charitable organization involving travel to a foreign country paid for by that foreign government or organization if such participation is not in violation of any law and if the select 2 2 (B) Any Member who accepts an invitation to participate in any such program shall notify the Select Committee in writing of his acceptance. A Member shall also notify the Select Committee in writing whenever he has permitted any officer or employee whom he supervises to participate in any such program. The chairman of the Select Committee shall place in the Congressional Record a list of all individuals, 3 3 4 4 (C) No Member, officer, or employee may accept funds in connection with participation in a program permitted under subparagraph (A) if such funds are not used for necessary food, lodging, transportation, and related expenses of the Member, officer, or employee. (b) Limits on domestic and foreign travel by Members and staff of Senate The term necessary expenses, with respect to limits on domestic and foreign travel by Members and staff of the Senate, means reasonable expenses for food, lodging, or transportation which are incurred by a Member, officer, or employee of the Senate in connection with services provided to (or participation in an event sponsored by) the organization which provides reimbursement for such expenses or which provides the food, lodging, or transportation directly. Necessary expenses do not include the provision of food, lodging, or transportation, or the payment for such expenses, for a continuous period in excess of 3 days exclusive of travel time within the United States or 7 days exclusive of travel time outside of the United States unless such travel is approved by the Committee on Ethics as necessary for participation in a conference, seminar, meeting or similar matter. Necessary expenses do not include the provision of food, lodging, or transportation, or the payment for such expenses, for anyone accompanying a Member, officer, or employee of the Senate, other than the spouse or child of such Member, officer, or employee of the Senate or one Senate employee acting as an aide to a Member. ( Pub. L. 101194, title IX,  901 Nov. 30, 1989 103 Stat. 1778 Pub. L. 101280,  8 May 4, 1990 104 Stat. 162 Pub. L. 10290, title III,  314(c) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 470 Pub. L. 117286,  4(c)(5) Dec. 27, 2022 136 Stat. 4353  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 312 of this title Amendments 2022Subsec. (a)(2)(B). Pub. L. 117286,  4(c)(5)(A) section 13104(a)(2)(A) of title 5 Subsec. (a)(3)(B). Pub. L. 117286,  4(c)(5)(B) section 13101(16) of title 5 Public Law 95521 1991Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 10290,  314(c)(1) section 7342(a)(5) of title 5 Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 10290,  314(c)(2) Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 10290,  314(c)(5) Pub. L. 10290,  314(c)(1) Subsec. (a)(4). Pub. L. 10290,  314(c)(1) (A) a person, organization, or corporation registered under the Federal Regulation of Lobbying Act of 1946, or any successor statute, a person who is an officer or director of such a registered lobbyist, or a person who has been employed or retained by such a registered lobbyist for the purpose of influencing legislation before the Congress; or (B) a corporation, labor organization, or other organization which maintains a separate segregated fund for political purposes (within the meaning of section 441b of this title Subsec. (a)(5) to (8). Pub. L. 10290,  314(c)(2) 1990Subsec. (a)(5)(D). Pub. L. 101280,  8(1)(A) Subsec. (a)(6)(A) to (C). Pub. L. 101280,  8(1)(B) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 101280,  8(2) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1991 Amendment Pub. L. 10290, title III,  314(g) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 470 Pub. L. 102378,  4(c) Oct. 2, 1992 106 Stat. 1358  (1) The amendments made by subsections (b) through (f) [amending this section, section 505 of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, Pub. L. 95521 section 7701 of Title 26 January 1, 1992 (2) The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending section 102 of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, Pub. L. 95521 January 1, 1993 [Amendment by Pub. L. 102378 section 314(g) of Pub. L. 10290 Dec. 31, 1991 section 9(b)(1) of Pub. L. 102378 section 6303 of Title 5 Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Pub. L. 101280,  11 May 4, 1990 104 Stat. 163 Except as otherwise provided in this joint resolution, this Act and the amendments made by this joint resolution [see Tables for classification] take effect on the date of the enactment of this joint resolution [ May 4, 1990  4726. Guidelines relating to restrictions on registered lobbyist participation in travel and disclosure (1) In general Except as provided in paragraph (4) and not later than 60 days after September 14, 2007 (A) guidelines, for purposes of implementing the amendments made by subsection (a), 1 1 (i) the stated mission of the organization sponsoring the trip; (ii) the organizations prior history of sponsoring congressional trips, if any; (iii) other educational activities performed by the organization besides sponsoring congressional trips; (iv) whether any trips previously sponsored by the organization led to an investigation by the Select Committee on Ethics; (v) whether the length of the trip and the itinerary is consistent with the official purpose of the trip; (vi) whether there is an adequate connection between a trip and official duties; (vii) the reasonableness of an amount spent by a sponsor of the trip; (viii) whether there is a direct and immediate relationship between a source of funding and an event; and (ix) any other factor deemed relevant by the Select Committee on Ethics; and (B) regulations describing the information it will require individuals subject to the requirements of the amendments made by subsection (a) 1 (2) Consideration In developing and revising guidelines under paragraph (1)(A), the committee shall take into account the maximum per diem rates for official Federal Government travel published annually by the General Services Administration, the Department of State, and the Department of Defense. (3) Unreasonable expense For purposes of this section, travel on a flight described in paragraph 1(c)(1)(C)(ii) of rule XXXV of the Standing Rules of the Senate shall not be considered to be a reasonable expense. (4) Extension The deadline for the initial guidelines required by paragraph (1) may be extended for 30 days by the Committee on Rules and Administration. ( Pub. L. 11081, title V,  544(b) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 769  Editorial Notes  References in Text The amendments made by subsection (a), referred to in par. (1), mean the amendments made by subsec. (a) of section 544 of Pub. L. 11081 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 313 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 11081, title V,  544(f) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 771 The amendments made by subsections (a) [ 121 Stat. 767 Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 770 Separately Regulated Expenses Pub. L. 11081, title V,  544(e) Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 771 Nothing in this section [enacting this section and provisions set out as a note under this section] or section 541 [ 121 Stat. 766 22 U.S.C. 2621 22 U.S.C. 2451  4727. Senate privately paid travel public website (a) Travel disclosure Not later than January 1, 2008 January 1, 2008 (1) a search engine; (2) uniform categorization by Member, dates of travel, and any other common categories associated with congressional travel; and (3) forms filed in the Senate relating to officially related travel. (b) Retention The Secretary of the Senate shall maintain the information posted on the public Internet site of the Office of the Secretary under this section for a period not longer than 4 years after receiving the information. (c) Extension of authority If the Secretary of the Senate is unable to meet the deadline established under subsection (a), the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate may grant an extension of the Secretary of the Senate. (e)  1 1 There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as are necessary to carry out this section. ( Pub. L. 11081, title V,  546 Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 772  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 104g of this title  4728. Notification of post-employment restrictions for Senators and employees (a) In general After a Senator or an elected officer of the Senate leaves office or after the termination of employment with the Senate of an employee of the Senate, the Secretary of the Senate shall notify the Member, officer, or employee of the beginning and ending date of the prohibitions that apply to the Member, officer, or employee under rule XXXVII of the Standing Rules of the Senate. (b) Effective date This section shall take effect 60 days after September 14, 2007 ( Pub. L. 11081, title V,  535 Sept. 14, 2007 121 Stat. 766  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 104f of this title CHAPTER 49 CONGRESSIONAL PAGES    SUBCHAPTER IGENERAL  Sec.  4901. Congressional pages.  4902. John W. McCormack Residential Page School.  4903. Education of other minors who are Senate employees.  SUBCHAPTER IIHOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES  4911. House of Representatives Page Board; establishment and purpose.  4912. Membership of Page Board.  4913. Regulations of Page Board.  4914. Academic year and summer term for page program.  4915. Service of page during academic year and summer term; filling of vacancies; eligibility.  4916. Definitions.  4917. Page residence hall and page meal plan.  SUBCHAPTER IIISENATE  4931. Daniel Webster Senate Page Residence Revolving Fund. SUBCHAPTER I GENERAL  4901. Congressional pages (a) Appointment conditions A person shall not be appointed as a page of the Senate or House of Representatives (1) unless he agrees that, in the absence of unforeseen circumstances preventing his service as a page after his appointment, he will continue to serve as a page for the period specified in writing at the time of the appointment; and (2) until complete information in writing is transmitted to his parent or parents, his legal guardian, or other appropriate person or persons acting as his parent or parents, with respect to the nature of the work of pages, their pay, their working conditions (including hours and scheduling of work), and the housing accommodations available to pages. (b) Qualifications A person shall not serve as a page (1) of the Senate before he has attained the age of sixteen years; or (2) of the House of Representatives before he has attained the age of sixteen years. ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  491(a) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1198 Pub. L. 9751 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 959 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(36) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1735 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  9 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3170  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 88b1 of this title Repeal of subsecs. (c) and (d) of this section is based on section 304(a) of H.R. 4120, as reported July 9, 1981 section 101(c) of Pub. L. 9751 section 123 of Pub. L. 9751 Amendments 2004Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 108447 1996Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 104186,  204(36)(A) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 104186,  204(36)(B) 1981Subsecs. (c), (d). Pub. L. 9751 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Subsecs. (a), (c), and (d) of this section effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  491(f) Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1198 Subsection (b) of this section shall become effective on January 3, 1971 Oct. 26, 1970 Pay of Pages Between Recess or Adjournment Prior to the repeal of subsecs. (c) and (d) of section 88b1 (now 4901) of this title by Pub. L. 9751 Pub. L. 9712, title I June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 65 Pub. L. 96536,  101(c) Dec. 16, 1980 94 Stat. 3167 Pub. L. 9638, title III,  303 July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 142 Pub. L. 9751 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 965 Pub. L. 95391, title III,  305 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 789  4902. John W. McCormack Residential Page School (a) Construction authorization for dormitory and classroom facilities complex There is hereby authorized to be constructed, on a site jointly approved by the Senate Office Building Commission and the House Office Building Commission, in accordance with plans which shall be prepared by or under the direction of the Architect of the Capitol and which shall be submitted to and jointly approved by the Senate Office Building Commission and the House Office Building Commission, a fireproof building containing dormitory and classroom facilities, including necessary furnishings and equipment, for pages of the Senate, the House of Representatives, and the Supreme Court of the United States. (b) Acquisition of property in District of Columbia The Architect of the Capitol, under the joint direction and supervision of the Senate Office Building Commission and the House Office Building Commission, is authorized to acquire on behalf of the United States, by purchase, condemnation, transfer, or otherwise, such publicly or privately owned real property in the District of Columbia (including all alleys, and parts of alleys, and streets within the curblines surrounding such real property) located in the vicinity of the United States Capitol Grounds, as may be approved jointly by the Senate Office Building Commission and the House Office Building Commission, for the purpose of constructing on such real property, in accordance with this section, a suitable dormitory and classroom facilities complex for pages of the Senate, the House of Representatives, and the Supreme Court of the United States. (c) Condemnation proceedings Any proceeding for condemnation instituted under subsection (b) of this section shall be conducted in accordance with subchapter IV of chapter 13 of title 16 of the District of Columbia Code. (d) Transfer of United States owned property Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any real property owned by the United States, and any alleys, or parts of alleys and streets, contained within the curblines surrounding the real property acquired on behalf of the United States under this section shall be transferred, upon the request of the Architect of the Capitol made with the joint approval of the Senate Office Building Commission and the House Office Building Commission, to the jurisdiction and control of the Architect of the Capitol. (e) Alley and street closures by Mayor of the District of Columbia Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any alleys, or parts of alleys and streets, contained within the curblines surrounding the real property acquired on behalf of the United States under this section shall be closed and vacated by the Mayor of the District of Columbia in accordance with any request therefor made by the Architect of the Capitol with the joint approval of the Senate Office Building Commission and the House Office Building Commission. (f) United States Capitol Grounds provisions applicable Upon the acquisition on behalf of the United States of all real property under this section, such property shall be a part of the United States Capitol Grounds and shall be subject to the provisions of sections 1922, 1961, 1966, 1967, and 1969 of this title and sections 5101 to 5107 and 5109 of title 40. (g) Designation; employment of services under supervision and control of Architect of the Capitol: joint approval and direction of Speaker and President pro tempore; annual estimates to Congress; regulations governing Architect of the Capitol The building constructed on the real property acquired under this section shall be designated the John W. McCormack Residential Page School. The employment of all services (other than that of the United States Capitol Police) necessary for its protection, care, maintenance, and use, for which appropriations are made by Congress, shall be under the control and supervision of the Architect of the Capitol. Such supervision and control shall be subject to the joint approval and direction of the Speaker and the President pro tempore. The Architect shall submit annually to the Congress estimates in detail for all services, other than those of the United States Capitol Police or those provided in connection with the conduct of school operations and the personal supervision of pages, and for all other expenses in connection with the protection, care, maintenance, and use of the John W. McCormack Residential Page School. The Speaker and the President pro tempore shall prescribe, from time to time, regulations governing the Architect in the provision of services and the protection, care, and maintenance, of the John W. McCormack Residential Page School. (h) Joint appointee for supervision and control over page activities; regulations; Residence Superintendent of Pages: appointment, compensation, and duties; additional personnel: appointment and compensation The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate jointly shall designate an officer of the House and an officer of the Senate, other than a Member of the House or Senate, who shall jointly exercise supervision and control over the activities of the pages resident in the John W. McCormack Residential Page School. With the approval of the Speaker and the President pro tempore, such officers so designated shall prescribe regulations governing (1) the actual use and occupancy of the John W. McCormack Residential Page School including, if necessary, the imposition of a curfew for pages; (2) the conduct of pages generally; and (3) other matters pertaining to the supervision, direction, safety, and well-being of pages in off-duty hours. Such officers, subject to the approval of the Speaker and the President pro tempore, jointly shall appoint and fix the per annum gross rate of pay of a Residence Superintendent of Pages, who shall perform such duties with respect to the supervision of pages resident therein as those officials shall prescribe. In addition, such officers, subject to the approval of the Speaker and the President pro tempore, jointly shall appoint and fix the per annum gross rates of pay of such additional personnel as may be necessary to assist those officers and the Residence Superintendent of Pages in carrying out their functions under this section. (i)  Section 4903 of this title Nothing in this part shall affect the operation of section 4903 of this title ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  492 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1199 Pub. L. 93198, title IV,  421 Dec. 24, 1973 87 Stat. 789 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(34)(C) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1734  Editorial Notes  References in Text Sections 1922, 1961, 1966, 1967, and 1969 of this title and sections 5101 to 5107 and 5109 of title 40, referred to in subsec. (f), was in the original a reference to the Act entitled An Act to define the area of the United States Capitol Grounds, to regulate the use thereof, and for other purposes, approved July 31, 1946 act July 31, 1946, ch. 707 60 Stat. 718 section 1961 of this title Pub. L. 107217 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section 5(c) of Pub. L. 107217 section 101 of Title 40 section 1 of Pub. L. 107217 Pub. L. 107217 July 31, 1946 This part, referred to in subsec. (i), means part 9 of title IV of Pub. L. 91510 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1199 section 4901 of this title section 88c of this title section 4901 of this title Codification Section was formerly classified to section 2161 of this title Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Amendments 1996Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 104186 section 88a of title 2 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title  Transfer of Functions Office of Commissioner of District of Columbia, as established by Reorg. Plan No. 3 of 1967, abolished as of noon Jan. 2, 1975 Pub. L. 93198, title VII,  711 Dec. 24, 1973 87 Stat. 818 section 421 of Pub. L. 93198 Acquisition of Property as Site for John W. McCormack Residential Page School Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1512  4903. Education of other minors who are Senate employees  The facilities provided for the education of Congressional and Supreme Court pages shall be available from and after January 2, 1947 ( Mar. 22, 1947, ch. 20 61 Stat. 16 Pub. L. 98367, title I,  103 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 479 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(35) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1735  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 88b of this title The first paragraph of this section is based on act Mar. 22, 1947 The second paragraph was based on H. Res. No. 279, Ninety-eighth Congress, July 21, 1983 Pub. L. 98367 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 SUBCHAPTER II HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES  4911. House of Representatives Page Board; establishment and purpose (a) Until otherwise provided by law, there is hereby established a board to be known as the House of Representatives Page Board to ensure that the page program is conducted in a manner that is consistent with the efficient functioning of the House and the welfare of the pages. (b) The Page Board shall meet regularly, in accordance with a schedule established jointly by the Speaker and minority leader of the House of Representatives. ( Pub. L. 97377, title I,  127 Dec. 21, 1982 96 Stat. 1914 Pub. L. 1102,  3 Feb. 2, 2007 121 Stat. 5  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 88b2 of this title Section is based on section 1 of House Resolution No. 611, Ninety-seventh Congress, Nov. 30, 1982 Pub. L. 97377 Amendments 2007 Pub. L. 1102 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 1102,  4 Feb. 2, 2007 121 Stat. 5 The amendments made by this Act [amending this section and section 4912 of this title Feb. 2, 2007 Short Title of 2007 Amendment Pub. L . 1102,  1, Feb. 2, 2007 121 Stat. 4  4912. Membership of Page Board (a) Appointed and designated members The Page Board shall consist of (1) two Members of the House appointed by the Speaker and two Members of the House appointed by the minority leader; (2) one individual who, at any time during the 5-year period which ends on the date of the individuals appointment, is or was a parent of a page participating in the program; (3) one individual who is a former page of the House who is not a Member of the House or an individual described in paragraph (2); and (4) the Clerk and the Sergeant at Arms of the House. (b) Special rules for members representing parents and former pages In the case of the members of the Page Board who are described in paragraphs (2) and (3) of subsection (a), the following shall apply: (1) Each such member shall be appointed jointly by the Speaker and minority leader of the House of Representatives. (2) Each such member shall serve for a term of one year and may be reappointed for additional terms if the member continues to meet the requirements for appointment. (3) A vacancy in the position held by any such member shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. An individual appointed to fill a vacancy shall serve for the remainder of the original term and may be reappointed in accordance with paragraph (2). (4) Each such member may be paid travel or transportation expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, for attending meetings of the Page Board while away from the members home or place of business. There are authorized to be appropriated from the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives such sums as may be necessary for payments under this paragraph. (c) Member of the House defined As used in sections 4911 to 4913 of this title, the term Member of the House means a Representative in, and a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress. ( Pub. L. 97377, title I,  127 Dec. 21, 1982 96 Stat. 1914 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(37) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1735 Pub. L. 105275, title I,  101(a) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2438 Pub. L. 1102,  2 Feb. 2, 2007 121 Stat. 4  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 88b3 of this title Section is based on section 2 of House Resolution No. 611, Ninety-seventh Congress, Nov. 30, 1982 Pub. L. 97377 Amendments 2007Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 1102,  2(a)(1) Subsec. (a)(2) to (4). Pub. L. 1102,  2(a)(2) Subsecs. (b), (c). Pub. L. 1102,  2(b) 1998Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 105275 1996Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 1102 Feb. 2, 2007 section 4 of Pub. L. 1102 section 4911 of this title Effective Date of 1998 Amendment Pub. L. 105275, title I,  101(b) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2438 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to the One Hundred Sixth Congress and each succeeding Congress.  4913. Regulations of Page Board  The Page Board shall have authority to prescribe such regulations as may be necessary to carry out sections 4911 to 4913 of this title. ( Pub. L. 97377, title I,  127 Dec. 21, 1982 96 Stat. 1914  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 88b4 of this title Section is based on section 3 of House Resolution No. 611, Ninety-seventh Congress, Nov. 30, 1982 Pub. L. 97377  4914. Academic year and summer term for page program  The page program shall consist of the two semesters of the academic year, plus a non-academic summer term. ( Pub. L. 98367, title I,  103 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 479 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(40)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1736  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 88c2 of this title Section is based on section 2 of House Resolution No. 234, Ninety-eighth Congress, June 29, 1983 Pub. L. 98367 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section 5 of House Resolution No. 234, Ninety-eighth Congress, June 29, 1983 Pub. L. 98367, title I,  103 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 479 This resolution [enacting this section, sections 4915 and 4916, and former section 88c1 of this title June 29, 1983 November 30, 1983  4915. Service of page during academic year and summer term; filling of vacancies; eligibility (a) (1) Except as provided in subsection (b), a page serving during an academic year (A) shall be in the eleventh grade; and (B) shall serve for one full semester or two full semesters. (2) Except as provided in subsection (b), a page serving during the summer term (A) shall have completed the tenth grade; and (B) shall not have begun the twelfth grade. (b) (1) An unforeseen vacancy occurring in a page position during an academic year may be filled, except that no appointment may be made under this paragraph for service to begin on or after October 1 with respect to the first semester or on or after March 1 with respect to the second semester. (2) An individual who has served as a congressional page at any time during each of any three semesters or terms, as the case may be, shall not be eligible to serve as a page. ( Pub. L. 98367, title I,  103 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 479 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(40)(C) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1736  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 88c3 of this title Section is based on section 3 of House Resolution No. 234, Ninety-eighth Congress, June 29, 1983 Pub. L. 98367 Amendments 1996Subsec. (a)(1)(B). Pub. L. 104186,  204(40)(C) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 104186,  204(40)(D) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 104186,  204(40)(E) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective June 29, 1983 Nov. 30, 1983 section 4914 of this title  4916. Definitions As used in sections 4914 to 4916 of this title, the term (1) academic year means a regular school year, consisting of two semesters; (2) page means a page of the House of Representatives, but such term does not include a full time, permanent employee of the House of Representatives with supervisory responsibility for pages; and (3) congressional page means a page of the House of Representatives or the Senate. ( Pub. L. 98367, title I,  103 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 479 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(40)(F) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1736  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 88c4 of this title Section is based on section 4 of House Resolution No. 234, Ninety-eighth Congress, June 29, 1983 Pub. L. 98367 Amendments 1996Par. (1). Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective June 29, 1983 section 4914 of this title  4917. Page residence hall and page meal plan (a) Revolving fund; establishment within House contingent fund Effective at the beginning of the Ninety-eighth Congress and until otherwise provided by law, there is established a revolving fund within the contingent fund of the House of Representatives for the page residence hall and the page meal plan. (b) Deposits in revolving fund; disbursements by Chief Administrative Officer of House There shall be deposited in the revolving fund such amounts as may be received by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives with respect to lodging, meals, and related services furnished for congressional pages. Amounts so deposited shall be available for disbursement by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, as determined by the Clerk of the House of Representatives, for expenses relating to the page residence hall and the page meal plan. (c) Regulations The House of Representatives Page Board shall prescribe such regulations as may be necessary to carry out this section. ( Pub. L. 9851, title I,  110 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 269 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(38) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1735  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Ninety-eighth Congress, referred to in subsec. (a), convened on Jan. 3, 1983 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 88b5 of this title Section is based on House Resolution No. 64, Ninety-eighth Congress, Feb. 8, 1983 Pub. L. 9851 Sections 1 to 4 of House Resolution No. 64 have been redesignated subsecs. (a) to (d) of this section, respectively, for purposes of codification. Amendments 1996Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 104186,  204(38)(A) Subsecs. (c), (d). Pub. L. 104186,  204(38)(C) SUBCHAPTER III SENATE  4931. Daniel Webster Senate Page Residence Revolving Fund (a) Establishment There is established in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund within the contingent fund of the Senate to be known as the Daniel Webster Senate Page Residence Revolving Fund (hereafter referred to in this section as the fund). The fund shall consist of all rental payments and other moneys collected or received by the Sergeant at Arms with regard to the Daniel Webster Senate Page Residence. All moneys in the fund shall be available without fiscal year limitation for disbursement by the Secretary of the Senate in connection with operation and maintenance of the Daniel Webster Senate Page Residence not normally performed by the Architect of the Capitol. In addition, such moneys may be used by the Sergeant at Arms to purchase food and food related items and fund activities for the pages. (b) Deposit of moneys All moneys received from rental payments and other moneys (including donated moneys) collected or received by the Sergeant at Arms with regard to the Daniel Webster Senate Page Residence shall be deposited in the fund and shall be available for purposes of this section. (c) Vouchers Disbursements from the fund shall be made upon vouchers approved by the Sergeant at Arms, or the designee of the Sergeant at Arms. (d) Regulations The Sergeant at Arms is authorized to prescribe such regulations as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this section and to provide for the operations of the Daniel Webster Senate Page Residence. ( Pub. L. 103283, title I,  4 July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1427 Pub. L. 10453, title I,  6 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 518  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 88b7 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1995, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1995. Amendments 1995Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10453 CHAPTER 51 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES LEADERSHIP    SUBCHAPTER IGENERAL  Sec.  5101. Employment of administrative assistants for Speaker and House Majority and Minority Leaders; compensation; appropriations.  5102. Appointment of consultants by Speaker, Majority Leader, and Minority Leader of House; compensation.  5103. Single per annum gross rates of allowances for personal services in offices of Speaker, Leaders, and Whips.  5104. Authority of Speaker and Minority Leader to allocate funds among certain House leadership offices.  5105. Transfer of appropriations by House Leadership Offices.  5106. Allowance for compensation of interns in House leadership offices.  SUBCHAPTER IITHE SPEAKER  5121. Expense allowance of Speaker of House of Representatives.  5122. Personal services in office of Speaker; payments.  5123. Speakers Office for Legislative Floor Activities.  5124. Lump sum allowance for Speaker.  5125 5129. Repealed.  SUBCHAPTER IIIMAJORITY AND MINORITY LEADERS AND WHIPS  5141. Additional employees in offices of House Minority Leader, Majority Whip, and Chief Deputy Majority Whip; authorization; compensation.  5142. Additional amounts for personnel and equipment for House Majority and Minority Leaders and Majority and Minority Whips.  5143. Compensation of certain House minority employees.  5144. Lump-sum allowances for House Minority Leader and Majority Whip.  5145. Lump-sum allowances for House Majority Floor Leader, Minority Floor Leader, Majority Whip, and Minority Whip.  5146. Lump-sum allowances for House Majority Whip and Minority Whip.  SUBCHAPTER IVPOLICY COMMITTEES AND CONFERENCES  5161. Training and program development activities of Republican Conference and Democratic Steering and Policy Committee.  5162. Republican Policy Committee. SUBCHAPTER I GENERAL  5101. Employment of administrative assistants for Speaker and House Majority and Minority Leaders; compensation; appropriations  The Speaker, the majority leader, and the minority leader of the House of Representatives are each authorized to employ an administrative assistant, who shall receive basic compensation at a rate not to exceed $8,000 a year. There is authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary for the payment of such compensation. ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 834  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Aug. 2, 1946 Aug. 2, 1946 section 4301 of this title Basic Compensation of Administrative Assistants Pub. L. 85462,  4(n) June 20, 1958 72 Stat. 209 The basic compensation of the Administrative Assistants to the Speaker, Majority Leader, Minority Leader, Majority Whip, and Minority Whip, shall be at the rate of $8,880 per annum. House Resolution No. 127, Eighty-ninth Congress, Jan. 19, 1965 Pub. L. 8990,  103 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 281 That effective January 3, 1965 House Resolution No. 258, Eighty-ninth Congress, Mar. 9, 1965 Pub. L. 8990,  103 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 281  That, effective March 1, 1965 act Oct. 28, 1949, ch. 782 (1) the Speaker of the House; (2) the majority leader of the House; (3) the minority leader of the House; (4) the majority whip of the House; (5) the minority whip of the House; (6) each Member of the House who has served as Speaker of the House; and (7) each Member of the House who has served as majority leader, and as minority leader, of the House. Section 207(c) of House Resolution 988, Ninety-third Congress, Oct. 8, 1974 Jan. 15, 1968 Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for House officers and employees under authority of Federal Salary Act of 1967 ( Pub. L. 90206 Pub. L. 91656 Pub. L. 100202  5102. Appointment of consultants by Speaker, Majority Leader, and Minority Leader of House; compensation (a) The Speaker, Majority Leader, and Minority Leader of the House of Representatives are each authorized to appoint and fix the compensation of one consultant, on a temporary or intermittent basis, at a daily rate of compensation not in excess of the per diem equivalent of the highest gross rate of annual compensation which may be paid to employees of a standing committee of the House. (b) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 1999 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  107 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2439  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a9 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1999, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1999.  5103. Single per annum gross rates of allowances for personal services in offices of Speaker, Leaders, and Whips The allowance for additional office personnel in the office of each of the following officials of the House of Representatives shall be at a single per annum gross rate, as follows: (1) the Speaker, $110,000. (2) the Majority Leader, $90,000. (3) the Minority Leader, $55,000. (4) the Majority Whip, $55,000. (5) the Minority Whip, $55,000. ( Pub. L. 91510, title IV,  473 Oct. 26, 1970 84 Stat. 1194  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 333 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective immediately prior to noon on Jan. 3, 1971 section 601(1) of Pub. L. 91510 section 4301 of this title Limits on Uses of Funds Funds provided under this section limited to use for compensation of additional personnel and other necessary official expenses, see section 112 of Pub. L. 9851 section 5142 of this title  5104. Authority of Speaker and Minority Leader to allocate funds among certain House leadership offices (a) Authority of Speaker (1) Authority described Notwithstanding any other provision of law (including any provision of law that sets forth an allowance for official expenses), the amount appropriated or otherwise made available during a Congress for the salaries and expenses of any office or authority described in paragraph (2) shall be the amount allocated for such office or authority by the Speaker of the House of Representatives from the aggregate amount appropriated or otherwise made available for all such offices and authorities. (2) Offices and authorities described The offices and authorities described in this paragraph are as follows: (A) The Office of the Speaker. (B) The Speakers Office for Legislative Floor Activities. (C) The Republican Steering Committee (if the Speaker is a member of the Republican party) or the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee (if the Speaker is a member of the Democratic party). (D) The Republican Policy Committee (if the Speaker is a member of the Republican party). (E) Training and program developmentmajority (as described under the heading House leadership offices in the most recent bill making appropriations for the legislative branch that was enacted prior to December 23, 2011 (F) Cloakroom personnelmajority (as so described). (b) Authority of Minority Leader (1) Authority described Notwithstanding any other provision of law (including any provision of law that sets forth an allowance for official expenses), the amount appropriated or otherwise made available during a Congress for the salaries and expenses of any office or authority described in paragraph (2) shall be the amount allocated for such office or authority by the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives from the aggregate amount appropriated or otherwise made available for all such offices and authorities. (2) Offices and authorities described The offices and authorities described in this paragraph are as follows: (A) The Office of the Minority Leader. (B) The Democratic Steering and Policy Committee (if the Minority Leader is a member of the Democratic party) or the Republican Steering Committee (if the Minority Leader is a member of the Republican party). (C) The Republican Policy Committee (if the Minority Leader is a member of the Republican party). (D) Training and program developmentminority (as described under the heading House leadership offices in the most recent bill making appropriations for the legislative branch that was enacted prior to December 23, 2011 (E) Cloakroom personnelminority (as so described). (F) Nine minority employees (as so described). (c) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to any months occurring during the One Hundred Twelfth Congress that begin after December 23, 2011 ( Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  103 Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1121  Editorial Notes  References in Text The most recent bill making appropriations for the legislative branch that was enacted prior to December 23, 2011 Pub. L. 11168, div. A Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2023 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a11a of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2012, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012.  5105. Transfer of appropriations by House Leadership Offices (a) In general Each office described under the heading HOUSE LEADERSHIP OFFICES in the Act making appropriations for the legislative branch for a fiscal year may transfer any amounts appropriated for the office under such heading among the various categories of allowances and expenses for the office under such heading. (b) Official expenses Subsection (a) shall not apply with respect to any amounts appropriated for official expenses. (c) Applicability This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 1999 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 10631, title III,  3009 May 21, 1999 113 Stat. 93  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a11 of this title Section is from the 1999 Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act.  5106. Allowance for compensation of interns in House leadership offices (a) Establishment There is established for the House of Representatives an allowance which shall be available for the compensation of interns who serve in House leadership offices. (b) Benefit exclusion Section 5321(b) of this title (c) Definitions In this section (1) the term House leadership office means, with respect to a fiscal year, any office for which the appropriation for salaries and expenses of the office for the fiscal year is provided under the heading House Leadership Offices in the Act making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year; and (2) term intern, with respect to a House leadership office, has the meaning given such term with respect to a Member of the House of Representatives in section 5321(c)(2) of this title (d) Appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section such sums as may be necessary for fiscal year 2020 and each succeeding fiscal year. (e) Omitted (f) Effective date This section and the amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2020 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title I,  113 Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2759  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of section 113 of Pub. L. 11694 section 113 of Pub. L. 11694 section 5507 of this title SUBCHAPTER II THE SPEAKER  5121. Expense allowance of Speaker of House of Representatives  There shall be paid to the Speaker of the House of Representatives in equal monthly installments an expense allowance of $10,000 per annum to assist in defraying expenses relating to or resulting from the discharge of his official duties, for which no accounting, other than for income tax purposes, shall be made by him. ( Jan. 19, 1949, ch. 2,  1(e) 63 Stat. 4 Oct. 20, 1951, ch. 521 65 Stat. 570 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(1) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1725  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 31b of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 1951Act Oct. 20, 1951 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1951 Amendment Amendment by act Oct. 20, 1951 Jan. 3, 1953 Oct. 20, 1951 section 102 of Title 3 Effective Date Section effective at noon, Jan. 20, 1949 Jan. 19, 1949  5122. Personal services in office of Speaker; payments  There shall be paid from the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives until otherwise provided by law, for personal services in the office of the Speaker of the House, an additional basic sum of $10,000 per annum. ( Pub. L. 87730,  103 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 693 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(14) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1732  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 741 of this title Section is based on House Resolution No. 487, Eighty-seventh Congress, Jan. 10, 1962 Pub. L. 87730 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186  5123. Speakers Office for Legislative Floor Activities  There is established in the House of Representatives an office to be known as the Speakers Office for Legislative Floor Activities. The Speaker shall appoint and set the annual rate of pay for employees of the Office. The Office shall have the responsibility of assisting the Speaker in the management of legislative floor activity. ( Pub. L. 10453, title I,  103 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 520  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a7 of this title Section is based on section 223(b) of House Resolution No. 6, One Hundred Fourth Congress, Jan. 4, 1995 Pub. L. 10453 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Transfer of Majority and Minority Positions Pub. L. 10768, title I,  113 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 572  (a) Effective October 1, 2001 (1) The position of chief of floor service. (2) Two positions of assistant floor chief. (3) One position of cloakroom attendant. (b) Effective October 1, 2001 (1) The position of chief of floor service. (2) Two positions of assistant floor chief. (3) One position of cloakroom attendant. (c) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in the case of an individual who is an incumbent of a position transferred under subsection (a) or subsection (b) at the time of the transfer, the total number of days of annual leave and the total number of days of sick leave which were provided by the Clerk to the individual and which remain unused as of the date of the transfer shall remain available for the individual to use after the transfer.  5124. Lump sum allowance for Speaker (a) The aggregate amount otherwise authorized to be appropriated for a fiscal year for the lump-sum allowance for the Office of the Speaker of the House of Representatives shall be increased by $40,000. (b) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  117 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 573  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a12 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 2002, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2002.  5125. Repealed. Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  118(a) Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2930   Section, Pub. L. 91665 Jan. 8, 1971 84 Stat. 1989 Pub. L. 93532,  1 Dec. 22, 1974 88 Stat. 1723 Pub. L. 99225 Dec. 28, 1985 99 Stat. 1743 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  118(c) Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2930 The amendments made by this section [repealing this section and sections 5126 to 5129 of this title] shall apply with respect to any individual who serves as a Representative in Congress during the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress or any succeeding Congress.  5126 to 5129. Repealed. Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  118(a) Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2930   Section 5126, Pub. L. 91665 Jan. 8, 1971 84 Stat. 1989 Pub. L. 93532,  1(a) Dec. 22, 1974 88 Stat. 1723 Pub. L. 99151, title I,  102(b) Nov. 13, 1985 99 Stat. 797 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(2) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1725  Section 5127, Pub. L. 91665 Jan. 8, 1971 84 Stat. 1989 Pub. L. 93532,  1(a) Dec. 22, 1974 88 Stat. 1723  Section 5128, Pub. L. 91665 Jan. 8, 1971 84 Stat. 1989 Pub. L. 93532,  1(a) Dec. 22, 1974 88 Stat. 1723 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668 Pub. L. 99151, title I,  102(a) Nov. 13, 1985 99 Stat. 797 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(3) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1725 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  110 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3177 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  105 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2225  Section 5129, Pub. L. 10369, title I,  101A(a) Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 699 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal applicable with respect to any individual who serves as a Representative in Congress during the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress or any succeeding Congress, see section 118(c) of Pub. L. 115244 section 5125 of this title SUBCHAPTER III MAJORITY AND MINORITY LEADERS AND WHIPS  5141. Additional employees in offices of House Minority Leader, Majority Whip, and Chief Deputy Majority Whip; authorization; compensation (a) Subject to the provisions of subsection (b), effective March 1, 1977 (b) The maximum annual rate of compensation for any individual employed under subsection (a) shall not exceed the greater of $173,900 or the applicable rate of pay in effect under an order issued by the Speaker of the House of Representatives pursuant to the authority of section 4532 of this title ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668 Pub. L. 10453, title I,  103 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 520 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(15)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1732 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(b)(3)(E) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2778  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a3 of this title Section is based on section 1 of House Resolution No. 393, Ninety-fifth Congress, Mar. 31, 1977 Pub. L. 9594 Amendment by Pub. L. 10453 Mar. 10, 1995 Pub. L. 10453 Amendments 2019Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 11694 section 4532 of this title section 5316 of title 5 1996Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 104186 1995Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10453 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date of 1995 Amendment Section 3(a) of House Resolution No. 113, One Hundred Fourth Congress, Mar. 10, 1995 Pub. L. 10453, title I,  103 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 520 Upon the enactment of this section into permanent law, the amendment made by subsection (b) [amending this section] shall take effect. Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for House officers and employees under authority of Federal Salary Act of 1967 ( Pub. L. 90206 Pub. L. 91656 Pub. L. 100202  5142. Additional amounts for personnel and equipment for House Majority and Minority Leaders and Majority and Minority Whips Effective March 1, 1977 (1) The majority leader, $30,000. (2) The minority leader, $30,000. (3) The majority whip, $15,000. (4) The minority whip, $15,000. ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(15)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1732  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a4 of this title Section is based on section 2 of House Resolution No. 393, Ninety-fifth Congress, Mar. 31, 1977 Pub. L. 9594 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Limits on Uses of Funds Pub. L. 9851, title I,  112 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 270 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(16) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1732 The funds provided under the provisions of section 2 of House Resolution 393, Ninety-fifth Congress, agreed to March 31, 1977 2 U.S.C. 5142 2 U.S.C. 5103  5143. Compensation of certain House minority employees  Effective January 3, 1977 section 5315 of title 5 ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  115 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 668  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Legislative Pay Act of 1929, referred to in text, is act June 20, 1929, ch. 33 46 Stat. 32 House Resolution 441, referred to in text, is set out as a Prior Provisions note below. Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74c of this title Section is based on section 1 of House Resolution 119, Ninety-fifth Congress, Jan. 19, 1977 Pub. L. 9594 Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in House Resolution 441, Ninety-first Congress, June 17, 1969 Pub. L. 91145,  103 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 359  That, until otherwise provided by law (1) The six positions of minority employee listed in House Resolution 8, Ninety-first Congress, as supplemented by House Resolution 238, Ninety-first Congress, and House Resolution 265, Ninety-first Congress, are hereby given position titles in the descending order in which those six positions are listed in House Resolution 8, as follows: (A) the position title of the position listed first is Floor Assistant to the Minority; (B) the position title of the position listed second is Floor Assistant to the Minority; (C) the position title of the position listed third is Floor Assistant to the Minority; (D) the position title of the position listed fourth is Floor Assistant to the Minority; (E) the position title of the position listed fifth is Pair Clerk to the Minority; and (F) the position title of the position listed sixth is Staff Director to the Minority. (2) Appointments to each position for which a position title is provided by subparagraph (1) of this section shall be made by action of the House of Representatives. (3) The rate of pay of each position for which a position title is provided by subparagraph (1) of this section shall be a per annum gross rate equal to the annual rate of basic pay of Level V of the Executive Schedule in section 5316 of title 5 Sec. 2. (a) The first section of this resolution shall not affect or change the appointments or continuity of employment of those employees who hold such positions on the date of adoption of this resolution [ June 17, 1969 (b) In accordance with the authority of the House of Representatives under subparagraph (3) of the first section of this resolution, the respective per annum gross rates of pay of those positions for which position titles are provided by clauses (C), (D), (E), and (F) of subparagraph (1) of the first section of this resolution are as follows: (1) for the position subject to clause (C)$29,160; (2) for the position subject to clause (D)$25,200; (3) for the position subject to clause (E)$28,440; and (4) for the position subject to subparagraph (F)$28,080. Sec. 3. This resolution shall become effective as of the beginning of the calendar month in which this resolution is adopted [June 1969]. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Designation and Compensation of Three Further Minority Employees House Resolution No. 7, One Hundred Fourth Congress, Jan. 4, 1995 Pub. L. 10453, title I,  103 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 520 In addition, the minority leader may appoint and set the annual rate of pay for up to three further minority employees.  5144. Lump-sum allowances for House Minority Leader and Majority Whip (a) The aggregate amount otherwise authorized to be appropriated for a fiscal year for the lump-sum allowance for the Office of the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives and the aggregate amount otherwise authorized to be appropriated for a fiscal year for the lump-sum allowance for the Office of the Majority Whip of the House of Representatives shall each be increased by $333,000. (b) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2000 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 10631, title III,  3008 May 21, 1999 113 Stat. 93  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a10 of this title Section is from the 1999 Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act.  5145. Lump-sum allowances for House Majority Floor Leader, Minority Floor Leader, Majority Whip, and Minority Whip (a) Effective with respect to fiscal year 2008 and each succeeding fiscal year, the aggregate amount otherwise authorized to be appropriated for a fiscal year for the lump-sum allowance for each of the following offices is increased as follows: (1) The allowance for the office of the Majority Floor Leader is increased by $200,000. (2) The allowance for the office of the Minority Floor Leader is increased by $200,000. (b) Effective with respect to fiscal year 2009 and each succeeding fiscal year, the aggregate amount otherwise authorized to be appropriated for a fiscal year for the lump-sum allowance for each of the following offices is increased as follows: (1) The allowance for the office of the Majority Whip is increased by $72,000. (2) The allowance for the office of the Minority Whip is increased by $72,000. ( Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  104 Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 818  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a10a of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2009, which is div. G of the Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009.  5146. Lump-sum allowances for House Majority Whip and Minority Whip Effective with respect to fiscal year 2010 and each succeeding fiscal year, the aggregate amount otherwise authorized to be appropriated for a fiscal year for the lump-sum allowance for each of the following offices is increased as follows: (1) The allowance for the office of the Majority Whip is increased by $96,000. (2) The allowance for the office of the Minority Whip is increased by $96,000. ( Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  102 Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2029  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a10b of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2010, which is div. A of Pub. L. 11168 SUBCHAPTER IV POLICY COMMITTEES AND CONFERENCES  5161. Training and program development activities of Republican Conference and Democratic Steering and Policy Committee (a) In general There is hereby established an account in the House of Representatives for purposes of carrying out training and program development activities of the Republican Conference and the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee. (b) Amounts, times, terms, and conditions of payment Funds in the account established under subsection (a) shall be paid (1) for activities of the Republican Conference in such amounts, at such times, and under such terms and conditions as the Speaker of the House of Representatives may direct (or, if the Speaker is not a member of the Republican Party, under such terms and conditions as the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives may direct); and (2) for activities of the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee in such amounts, at such times, and under such terms and conditions as the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives may direct (or, if the Speaker is a member of the Democratic Party, under such terms and conditions as the Speaker may direct). (c) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to the account under this section for fiscal year 1999 and each succeeding fiscal year such sums as may be necessary for training and program development activities of the Republican Conference and the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee during the fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  103 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2438 Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  104(a) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1122  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a8 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1999, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1999. Amendments 2011Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 11274,  104(a)(1) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 11274,  104(a)(2) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 11274,  104(a)(3) Subsecs. (c), (d). Pub. L. 11274,  104(b) (1) 50 percent shall be allocated to the Speaker for payments for activities of the Republican Conference; and (2) 50 percent shall be allocated to the Minority Leader for payments for activities of the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2011 Amendment Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  104(c) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1123 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall take effect as if included in the enactment of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1999 [ Pub. L. 105275  5162. Republican Policy Committee (a) In general There is established in the House of Representatives an office to be known as the Republican Policy Committee, which shall have such responsibilities as may be assigned by the Speaker of the House of Representatives (or, if the Speaker is not a member of the Republican Party, the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives). (b) Salaries and expenses There shall be a lump sum allowance for the salaries and expenses of the Republican Policy Committee, which shall be treated as a category of House leadership offices for purposes of section 5507(c) of this title (c) Applicability This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2005 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  109 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3177 Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  102(a) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1121  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74a13 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005. Amendments 2011Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11274,  102(a) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 11274,  102(b) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2011 Amendment Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  102(c) Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1121 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2012 and each succeeding fiscal year. CHAPTER 53 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MEMBERS    SUBCHAPTER IMEMBER PAY  Sec.  5301. Representatives and Delegates salaries payable monthly.  5302. Salaries payable monthly after taking oath.  5303. End-of-the-month salary payment schedule inapplicable to Senators.  5304. Salaries of Representatives, Delegates, and Resident Commissioners elected for unexpired terms.  5305. Disposition of unpaid salary and other sums on death of Representative or Resident Commissioner.  5306. Deductions for absence.  5307. Certification of salary and mileage accounts.  5308. Substitute to sign certificates for salary and accounts.  5309. Disbursement of compensation of House Members by Chief Administrative Officer.  5310. Certificate of salary during recess.  SUBCHAPTER IIEMPLOYEES  5321. Employees of Members of House of Representatives.  5322. Lyndon Baines Johnson congressional interns.  5322a. Allowance for compensation of interns in member offices.  5323. Pay of clerical assistants as affected by death of Senator or Representative.  5324. Pay of clerical assistants as affected by death or resignation of Member of House.  5325. Performance of duties by clerical assistants of dead or resigned Member of House.  5326. Member of the House defined.  5327. Termination of service of Members of House.  5328. Authority to prescribe regulations.  5329. Vouchers.  SUBCHAPTER IIIEXPENSES AND ALLOWANCES  5341. Representational allowance for Members of House of Representatives.  5342. Reimbursement of transportation expenses for employees in office of House Member.  5343. Staff expenses for House Members attending organizational caucus or conference.  5344. Payments and reimbursements for certain House staff expenses.  5345. Annotated United States Code for Members of House of Representatives to be paid for from Members Representational Allowance.  5346. Transportation of official records and papers to House Members district.  5347. Delivery of bills and resolutions.  5348. Delivery of Congressional Record.  5349. Limitation on printed copies of U.S. Code to House.  5350. Delivery of reports of disbursements.  5351. Delivery of Daily Calendar.  5352. Delivery of Congressional Pictorial Directory. SUBCHAPTER I MEMBER PAY  5301. Representatives and Delegates salaries payable monthly  Representatives and Delegates-elect to Congress, whose credentials in due form of law have been duly filed with the Clerk of the House of Representatives, in accordance with the provisions of section 26 of this title (R.S.  38; Mar. 3, 1875, ch. 130,  1 18 Stat. 389  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 34 of this title R.S.  38 derived from act Mar. 3, 1873, ch. 226,  1 17 Stat. 488  5302. Salaries payable monthly after taking oath  Each Member and Delegate, after he has taken and subscribed the required oath, is entitled to receive his salary at the end of each month. (R.S.  39.)  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 35 of this title R.S.  39 derived from Res. Mar. 29, 1867 15 Stat. 24  5303. End-of-the-month salary payment schedule inapplicable to Senators  Section 5302 of this title ( Pub. L. 9751,  112(c) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 963  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 35a of this title Provisions of subsec. (c) of section 112 of Pub. L. 9751 section 112 of Pub. L. 9751 section 112 of Pub. L. 9751 section 6301 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective in the case of compensation payable for months after December 1981, see section 112(e) of Pub. L. 9751 section 6301 of this title  5304. Salaries of Representatives, Delegates, and Resident Commissioners elected for unexpired terms  The salaries of Representatives in Congress, Delegates from Territories, and Resident Commissioners, elected for unexpired terms, shall commence on the date of their election and not before. ( July 16, 1914, ch. 141,  1 38 Stat. 458  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 37 of this title  5305. Disposition of unpaid salary and other sums on death of Representative or Resident Commissioner  When any individual who has been elected a Member of, or Resident Commissioner to, the House of Representatives dies after the commencement of the Congress to which he has been elected, any unpaid balance of salary and other sums due such individual shall be paid to the person or persons surviving at the date of death, in the following order of precedence, and such payment shall be a bar to the recovery by any other person of amounts so paid: First, to the beneficiary or beneficiaries designated by such individual in writing to receive such unpaid balance and other sums due filed with the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and received by the Chief Administrative Officer prior to such individuals death; Second, if there be no such beneficiary, to the widow or widower of such individual; Third, if there be no beneficiary or surviving spouse, to the child or children of such individual, and descendants of deceased children, by representation; Fourth, if none of the above, to the parents of such individual, or the survivor of them; Fifth, if there be none of the above, to the duly appointed legal representative of the estate of the deceased individual, or if there be none, to the person or persons determined to be entitled thereto under the laws of the domicile of the deceased individual. ( July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 409 Pub. L. 86102 July 23, 1959 73 Stat. 224 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(5) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1725  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 38a of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 1959 Pub. L. 86102  5306. Deductions for absence  The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives (upon certification by the Clerk of the House of Representatives) shall deduct from the monthly payments (or other periodic payments authorized by law) of each Member or Delegate the amount of his salary for each day that he has been absent from the House, unless such Member or Delegate assigns as the reason for such absence the sickness of himself or of some member of his family. (R.S.  40; Pub. L. 9751,  112(d) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 963 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(7) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1726 Pub. L. 10955, title I,  5 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 568  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 39 of this title R.S.  40 derived from act Aug. 16, 1856, ch. 123,  6 11 Stat. 49 Amendments 2005 Pub. L. 10955 1996 Pub. L. 104186 1981 Pub. L. 9751 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1981 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 9751 section 112(e) of Pub. L. 9751 section 6301 of this title  5307. Certification of salary and mileage accounts  Salary and mileage accounts of Representatives and Delegates shall be certified by the Speaker of the House of Representatives; and such certificates shall be conclusive upon all the departments and officers of the Government. (R.S.  47, 48; Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  11 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3171  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 48 of this title R.S.  47 derived from acts July 28, 1866, ch. 296,  17 14 Stat. 323 Jan. 22, 1818, ch. 5,  3 3 Stat. 404 R.S.  48 derived from act Sept. 30, 1850, ch. 90,  1 9 Stat. 523 R.S.  47 constitutes first clause and R.S.  48 constitutes remainder. Words mileage accounts substituted for words accounts for traveling expenses in going to and returning from Congress based on text of section 17 of act July 28, 1866, ch. 296 14 Stat. 323 Amendments 2004 Pub. L. 108447  5308. Substitute to sign certificates for salary and accounts  The Speaker is authorized to designate from time to time some one from among those appointed by him and appropriated for and employed in his office, whose duty it shall be under the direction of the Speaker to sign in his name and for him all certificates required by section 5307 of this title ( Nov. 12, 1903 33 Stat. 1  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 5307 of this title section 48 of this title section 5307 of this title Codification Section was formerly classified to section 50 of this title  5309. Disbursement of compensation of House Members by Chief Administrative Officer  The moneys which have been, or may be, appropriated for the compensation and mileage of Members and Delegates shall be paid at the Treasury on requisitions drawn by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, and shall be kept, disbursed, and accounted for by him according to law, and he shall be a disbursing officer, but he shall not be entitled to any compensation additional to the salary fixed by law. ( Oct. 1, 1890, ch. 1256,  3 26 Stat. 645 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(25)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1734  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 80 of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186  5310. Certificate of salary during recess  The Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to sign, during the recess of Congress after the first session and until the first day of the second session, the certificates for the monthly compensation of Members and Delegates in Congress, which certificate shall be in the form in use on August 15, 1876 ( Aug. 15, 1876, ch. 287,  1 19 Stat. 145  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 49 of this title SUBCHAPTER II EMPLOYEES  5321. Employees of Members of House of Representatives (a) In general Under the Members Representational Allowance, each Member of the House of Representatives may employ not more than 18 permanent employees and a total of not more than 4 additional employees in the following categories: (1) Interns. (2) Part-time employees. (3) Shared employees. (4) Temporary employees. (5) Employees on leave without pay. (b) Benefit exclusion For purposes of this section, interns and temporary employees shall be excluded from the operation of the following provisions of title 5: (1) Chapter 84 (relating to the Federal Employees Retirement System). (2) Chapter 87 (relating to life insurance). (3) Chapter 89 (relating to health insurance). (c) Definitions As used in this section (1) the term Member of the House of Representatives means a Representative in, or a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress; (2) the term intern means, with respect to a Member of the House of Representatives, an individual who serves in the office of the Member for not more than 120 days in a 12-month period and whose service is primarily for the educational experience of the individual; (3) the term part-time employee means, with respect to a Member of the House of Representatives, an individual who is employed by the Member and whose normally assigned work schedule is not more than the equivalent of 15 full working days per month; (4) the term temporary employee means, with respect to a Member of the House of Representatives, an individual who is employed for a specific purpose or task and who is employed for not more than 90 days in a 12-month period, except that the term of such employment may be extended with the written approval of the Committee on House Oversight; and (5) the term shared employee means an employee who is paid by more than one employing authority of the House of Representatives. (d) Regulations The Committee on House Oversight shall have authority to prescribe regulations to carry out this section. ( Pub. L. 104186, title I,  104 Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1720 Pub. L. 10555, title I,  104(a) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1183 Pub. L. 10657, title I,  103(b) Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 416  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 92 of this title Section is comprised of section 104 of Pub. L. 104186 section 104 of Pub. L. 104186 section 92 of this title section 104 of Pub. L. 104186 section 92 of this title Amendments 1999 Pub. L. 10657,  103(b)(2) Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10657,  103(b)(1) 1997Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 10555 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 1999 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 10657 section 103(c) of Pub. L. 10657 section 4313 of this title Effective Date of 1997 Amendment Pub. L. 10555, title I,  104(b) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1184 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal years beginning on or after October 1, 1997 Employment of Permanent Clerks House Resolution No. 359, Ninety-sixth Congress, July 20, 1979 July 21, 1980 Pub. L. 96536,  101(c) Dec. 16, 1980 94 Stat. 3167 Pub. L. 104186, title I,  104(e)(2) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1721 House Resolution No. 357, Ninety-first Congress, June 25, 1969 Pub. L. 91145,  103 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 359 Pub. L. 104186, title I,  104(e)(3) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1721  5322. Lyndon Baines Johnson congressional interns (a) Hiring authority of House Members, Delegates, and Resident Commissioners; allowance for payment of compensation Until otherwise provided by law and notwithstanding any other provision of law, each Member of, Delegate to, and Resident Commissioner in, the House of Representatives is authorized to hire for two months in any year one additional employee to be known as a Lyndon Baines Johnson congressional intern in honor of the former President. Each such intern shall be a student or a teacher and certified as such under subsection (b) of this section. Each such Member, Delegate, or Resident Commissioner shall have available for payment of compensation to such intern a total allowance of $1,000, to be payable to such intern at a rate not to exceed $500 per month, out of the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives. Such intern and such allowance shall be in addition to all personnel and allowances made available to such Member, Delegate, or Resident Commissioner under other provisions of law or other authority. (b) Certification of intern status; filing No person shall be paid compensation as a Lyndon Baines Johnson congressional intern who does not have on file with the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, at all times during the period of his employment as such intern, an appropriate certificate which is applicable to his intern status, as described below: (1) if the intern is a student, a certificate that such intern was during the academic year immediately preceding his employment, a bona fide student at a college, university, or similar institution of higher learning; or (2) if the intern is a teacher, a certificate that such intern was, in the year immediately preceding his employment, a bona fide teacher in government or social studies at a secondary school or a postsecondary school. (c) Regulations by Committee on House Oversight The Committee on House Oversight shall prescribe such regulations as may be necessary to carry out this section. ( Pub. L. 93245 Jan. 3, 1974 87 Stat. 1079 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(6) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1730  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60g2 of this title Section is based on section 1 of House Resolution No. 420, Ninety-third Congress, Sept. 18, 1973 Pub. L. 93245 Amendments 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104186,  204(7)(A) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 104186,  204(6) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 104186,  204(7)(B) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date Section 3 of House Resolution No. 420, Ninety-third Congress, as enacted into permanent law by Pub. L. 93245 Jan. 3, 1974 87 Stat. 1079 The provisions of this resolution [enacting this section and repealing House Resolution No. 416, Eighty-ninth Congress, formerly classified to section 60g2 of this title January 1, 1974  5322a. Allowance for compensation of interns in member offices (a) Establishment of allowance There is established for the House of Representatives an allowance which shall be available for the compensation of interns who serve in the offices of Members of the House of Representatives. (b) Cap on amount available per office An office of a Member of the House of Representatives may not use more than $20,000 of the allowance under this section during any calendar year. (c) Benefit exclusion Section 5321(b) of this title (d) No effect on payment of interns under Members Representational Allowance Nothing in this section may be construed to affect the use of the Members Representational Allowance for the compensation of interns, as provided under section 5321 of this title (e) Definitions In this section (1) the term intern has the meaning given such term in section 5321(c)(2) of this title (2) the term Member of the House of Representatives means a Representative in, or a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress. (f) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $8,800,000 for fiscal year 2019, and such sums as may be necessary for fiscal year 2020 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  120 Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2931 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title I,  112(a) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2759  Editorial Notes Amendments 2019Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 11694 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title I,  112(c) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2759 The amendments made by this section [amending this section and section 5507 of this title 2 U.S.C. 5322a  5323. Pay of clerical assistants as affected by death of Senator or Representative  When a Senator 1 1 Provided ( Feb. 23, 1927, ch. 168,  1 44 Stat. 1148  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 92a of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Inapplicability to Employees of Senate Pub. L. 98473, title I,  123A(a) Oct. 12, 1984 98 Stat. 1969  5324. Pay of clerical assistants as affected by death or resignation of Member of House  Notwithstanding the provisions of section 5323 of this title ( Aug. 21, 1935, ch. 600,  1 49 Stat. 679 Apr. 24, 1950, ch. 96 64 Stat. 82 July 15, 1952, ch. 759,  1 66 Stat. 662 Pub. L. 89554,  8(a) Sept. 6, 1966 80 Stat. 657  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 92b of this title Amendments 1966 Pub. L. 89554 1952Joint Res. July 15, 1952 1950Joint Res. Apr. 24, 1950 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Act Aug. 21, 1935, ch. 600,  4 49 Stat. 680 This joint resolution [enacting sections 5324 to 5326 of this title] shall be effective as of the beginning of the Seventy-fourth Congress, January 3, 1935  5325. Performance of duties by clerical assistants of dead or resigned Member of House  Any clerical assistants who continue on the House pay rolls under the provisions of section 5324 of this title ( Aug. 21, 1935, ch. 600,  2 49 Stat. 680  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 92c of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1935 Aug. 21, 1935 section 5324 of this title  5326. Member of the House defined  As used in section 5324 of this title ( Aug. 21, 1935, ch. 600,  3 49 Stat. 680  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 92d of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1935 Aug. 21, 1935 section 5324 of this title  5327. Termination of service of Members of House (a) Until otherwise provided by law, for purposes of sections 5324, 5325, and 5326 of this title, any termination of service during a term of office of a Member of the House that is not described in section 5324 of this title (b) The Clerk of the House shall take such action as may be necessary to apply the principles of section 5325 of this title ( Pub. L. 9751,  101(c) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 959  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 92b1 of this title Section is based on section 1 of House Resolution 804, Ninety-sixth Congress, Oct. 2, 1980 July 9, 1981 section 101(c) of Pub. L. 9751  5328. Authority to prescribe regulations  The Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives shall have authority to prescribe regulations for the carrying out of sections 5327 to 5329 of this title. ( Pub. L. 9751,  101(c) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 959 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(44) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1736  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 92b2 of this title Section is based on section 2 of House Resolution 804, Ninety-sixth Congress, Oct. 2, 1980 July 9, 1981 section 101(c) of Pub. L. 9751 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  5329. Vouchers  Payments under sections 5327 to 5329 of this title shall be made on vouchers approved by the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives and signed by the chairman of such committee. ( Pub. L. 9751,  101(c) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 959 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(44) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1736  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 92b3 of this title Section is based on section 3 of House Resolution 804, Ninety-sixth Congress, Oct. 2, 1980 July 9, 1981 section 101(c) of Pub. L. 9751 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 SUBCHAPTER III EXPENSES AND ALLOWANCES  5341. Representational allowance for Members of House of Representatives (a) In general There is established for the House of Representatives a single allowance, to be known as the Members Representational Allowance, which shall be available to support the conduct of the official and representational duties of a Member or Member-elect of the House of Representatives with respect to the district from which the Member or Member-elect is elected. (b) Merger The Clerk Hire Allowance, the Official Expenses Allowance, and the Official Mail Allowance, as in effect on the day before September 1, 1995 (c) Member of the House of Representatives defined As used in this section, the term Member of the House of Representatives means a Representative in, or a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress. (d) Regulations The Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives shall have authority to prescribe regulations to carry out this section, including regulations establishing under subsection (a) the official and representational duties during a Congress of a Member-elect of the House of Representatives who is not an incumbent Member re-elected to the ensuing Congress. (e) Effective date This section shall take effect on September 1, 1995 ( Pub. L. 104186, title I,  101 Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1719 Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  117(a) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1641  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 57b of this title Amendments 2020Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 116260,  117(a) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 116260,  117(b) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 2020 Amendment Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  117(c) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1641 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to Members-elect of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Seventeenth Congress and each succeeding Congress.  5342. Reimbursement of transportation expenses for employees in office of House Member  The applicable accounts of the House of Representatives is 1 1 August 28, 1965 ( Pub. L. 89147,  3 Aug. 28, 1965 79 Stat. 583 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(71) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1740  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 127a of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  5343. Staff expenses for House Members attending organizational caucus or conference (a) In general Each Member-elect (other than an incumbent Member reelected to the ensuing Congress) who attends a caucus or conference called under section 29a(a) of this title (b) Per diem expenses of staff person Each Member-elect (other than an incumbent Member reelected to the ensuing Congress) who attends a caucus or conference called under such section 29a(a) of this title (c) Orientation programs for new Members With the approval of the majority leader (in the case of a Member or Member-elect of the majority party) or the minority leader (in the case of a Member or Member-elect of the minority party), subsections (a) and (b) shall apply with respect to the attendance of a Member or Member-elect at a program conducted by the Committee on House Administration for the orientation of new members 1 1 ( Pub. L. 9459, title II,  201 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 282 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  107(b)(2) Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3176  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 43b2 of this title Section is based on section 1 of House Resolution No. 10, Ninety-fourth Congress, Jan. 14, 1975 Pub. L. 9459 Amendments 2004Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 108447,  107(b)(2) (i) the period beginning with the day before the designated date upon which such caucus or conference is to convene and ending with the day after the date of the final adjournment of such caucus or conference; or (ii) fourteen days. Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 108447,  107(c)(2) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2004 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 108447 section 107(d) of Pub. L. 108447 section 29a of this title  5344. Payments and reimbursements for certain House staff expenses (a) Payments and reimbursements to staff persons under section 5343 of this title (b) Additional funds, if any, for staff allowances and office space for use by Members-elect (other than an incumbent Member reelected to the ensuing Congress) shall be authorized by the Committee on House Oversight. ( Pub. L. 9459, title II,  201 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 282 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(15) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1727  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 43b3 of this title Section is based on section 2 of House Resolution No. 10, Ninety-fourth Congress, Jan. 14, 1975 Pub. L. 9459 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  5345. Annotated United States Code for Members of House of Representatives to be paid for from Members Representational Allowance (a) In general The Clerk of the House of Representatives shall, at the request of a Member of the House of Representatives, furnish to the Member, for official use only, one set of a privately published annotated version of the United States Code, including supplements and pocket parts. The furnishing of a set of the United States Code under this section shall be in lieu of any distribution under section 212 of title 1 (b) Member of the House of Representatives defined As used in this section, the term Member of the House of Representatives means a Representative in, or a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress. (c) Regulations The Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives shall have authority to prescribe regulations to carry out this section. ( Pub. L. 104186, title I,  107 Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1723  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 54 of this title Section is comprised of section 107 of Pub. L. 104186 section 107 of Pub. L. 104186 section 54 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  5346. Transportation of official records and papers to House Members district (a) Payment of reasonable expenses from applicable accounts of House; rules and regulations Effective August 16, 1978 The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to provide for the most economical means of sending or transporting such documents to insure the orderly and timely delivery to the specified location. The Committee on House Oversight shall have the authority to issue rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this section. (b) Member of the House of Representatives and official records and papers defined As used in this section (1) the term Member of the House of Representatives means a Representative in, or a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress; and (2) the term official records and papers means books, records, papers, and official files which could be sent as franked mail. ( Pub. L. 9851, title I,  111(1) July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 269 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  203(21) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1728  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 59d of this title In subsec. (a),  August 16, 1978 Aug. 16, 1978 Section is based on House Resolution No. 1297, Ninety-fifth Congress, Aug. 16, 1978 Pub. L. 9851 Sections 1 and 2 of House Resolution No. 1297 were redesignated subsecs. (a) and (b) of this section, respectively, for purposes of codification. Amendments 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104186,  203(21)(A) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 104186,  203(21)(D) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  5347. Delivery of bills and resolutions (a) None of the funds made available in any fiscal year may be used to deliver a printed copy of a bill, joint resolution, or resolution to the office of a Member of the House of Representatives (including a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress) unless the Member requests a copy. (b) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2019 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  111 Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2929  5348. Delivery of Congressional Record (a) None of the funds made available in any fiscal year may be used to deliver a printed copy of any version of the Congressional Record to the office of a Member of the House of Representatives (including a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress). (b) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2019 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  112 Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2929  5349. Limitation on printed copies of U.S. Code to House (a) None of the funds made available in any fiscal year may be to provide an aggregate number of more than 50 printed copies of any edition of the United States Code to all offices of the House of Representatives. (b) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2019 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  114 Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2929  5350. Delivery of reports of disbursements (a) None of the funds made available in any fiscal year may be used to deliver a printed copy of the report of disbursements for the operations of the House of Representatives under section 5535 of this title (b) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2019 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  115 Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2930  5351. Delivery of Daily Calendar (a) None of the funds made available in any fiscal year may be used to deliver to the office of a Member of the House of Representatives (including a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress) a printed copy of the Daily Calendar of the House of Representatives which is prepared by the Clerk of the House of Representatives. (b) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2019 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  116 Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2930  5352. Delivery of Congressional Pictorial Directory (a) None of the funds made available in any fiscal year may be used to deliver a printed copy of the Congressional Pictorial Directory to the office of a Member of the House of Representatives (including a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress). (b) This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2019 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  117 Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2930 CHAPTER 55 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OFFICERS AND ADMINISTRATION    SUBCHAPTER IGENERAL  Sec.  5501. Temporary appointments in case of vacancies or incapacity of House officers; compensation.  5502. House emergency operations positions.  5503. Actions against officers for official acts.  5504. Officers of Senate.  5505. Payments from applicable accounts of House of Representatives.  5506. Appropriations for expenses of House; restrictions.  5507. Transfers of amounts appropriated for House.  5508. Account in House of Representatives for Employees Compensation Fund.  5509. Incidental use of equipment and supplies.  5510. Providing assistance to House of Representatives in response to cybersecurity events.  5511. Transfer of funds.  5512. Use of available balances of expired appropriations.  5513. House of Representatives Modernization Initiatives Account.  5514. Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program.  SUBCHAPTER IICHAPLAIN  5521. Compensation of Chaplain of House.  SUBCHAPTER IIICHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER  5531. Program to increase employment opportunities in House of Representatives for individuals with disabilities.  5532. Advance payments.  5533. House of Representatives Revolving Fund.  5534. House revolving fund for stationery allowances; disposition of moneys from stationery sales; availability of unexpended balances.  5535. Report of disbursements for House of Representatives.  5536. Office equipment for House Members, officers, and committees.  5537. Net Expenses of Equipment Revolving Fund.  5538. Net Expenses of Telecommunications Revolving Fund.  5539. Commissions and charges for public telephone or telecommunications services; deposit of receipts.  5540. Disposal of used or surplus furniture and equipment by Chief Administrative Officer of House; procedure; deposit of receipts.  5541. Fees for internal delivery in House of Representatives of nonpostage mail from outside sources.  5542. Regulations for safe handling of mail matter.  5543. Rebates under Government Travel Charge Card Program.  5544. Deposit of House Information Resources reimbursements for services.  5545. House Services Revolving Fund.  5546. Support services for House during emergency; memorandum of understanding with an executive agency.  5547. Emergency expenditures for meals, refreshments, and other support and maintenance.  5548. Payments to ensure continuing availability of goods and services during the coronavirus emergency.  5549. House Intern Resource Office.  SUBCHAPTER IVCLERK  5561. Reporters for House of Representatives.  5562. Preservation of reports, statements, or documents filed with Clerk of House.  5563. Index to House daily calendar.  SUBCHAPTER VGENERAL COUNSEL  5571. Office of General Counsel of House; administrative provisions.  SUBCHAPTER VIINTERPARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS  5581. Participation by House in interparliamentary institutions; reception of members of foreign legislative bodies and foreign officials; meetings with Government officials.  5582. Office of Interparliamentary Affairs.  SUBCHAPTER VIIMEDIA SERVICES  5591. Media support services.  SUBCHAPTER VIIISERGEANT AT ARMS  5601. Sergeant at Arms of House; additional compensation.  5602. Tenure of office of Sergeant at Arms.  5603. Symbol of office of Sergeant at Arms.  5604. Duties of Sergeant at Arms.  5605. Law enforcement authority of Sergeant at Arms.  5606. Arrangements for attendance at funeral of deceased House Members; payment of funeral expenses and expenses of attending funeral rites.  SUBCHAPTER IXCORRECTIONS CALENDAR OFFICE  5621. Corrections Calendar Office.  5622. Lump sum allowance for Corrections Calendar Office.  5623. Effective date.  5624. Transfer of positions in Corrections Calendar Office. SUBCHAPTER I GENERAL  5501. Temporary appointments in case of vacancies or incapacity of House officers; compensation (a) Temporary appointments in case of vacancy or incapacity in office of Clerk, Sergeant at Arms, Chief Administrative Officer, or Chaplain of House In case of a vacancy, from whatever cause, in the office of Clerk, Sergeant at Arms, Chief Administrative Officer or Chaplain, of the House of Representatives, or in case of the incapacity or inability of the incumbent of any such office to perform the duties thereof, the Speaker of the House of Representatives may appoint a person to act as, and to exercise temporarily the duties of, Clerk, Sergeant at Arms, Chief Administrative Officer or Chaplain, as the case may be, until a person is chosen by the House of Representatives and duly qualifies as Clerk, Sergeant at Arms, Chief Administrative Officer or Chaplain, as the case may be, or until the termination of the incapacity or inability of the incumbent. (b) Duties of temporary appointees Any person appointed pursuant to this section shall exercise all the duties, shall have all the powers, and shall be subject to all the requirements and limitations applicable with respect to one chosen by the House of Representatives to fill the office involved. (c) Compensation of temporary appointee Any person appointed pursuant to this section shall be paid the compensation which he would receive if he were chosen by the House of Representatives to fill the office involved, unless such person is concurrently serving in any office or position the compensation for which is paid from the funds of the United States, in which case he shall receive no compensation for services rendered pursuant to his appointment under this section, and his compensation for performing the duties of such office other than the one to which he is appointed pursuant to this section shall be in full discharge for all services he performs for the United States while serving in such dual capacity. ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753,  208 Aug. 5, 1953, ch. 330 67 Stat. 387 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(20) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1733 Pub. L. 109289, div. B, title II,  20702(b) Pub. L. 1105,  2 Feb. 15, 2007 121 Stat. 38  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 75a1 of this title Amendment by Pub. L. 109289 June 7, 2006 section 20702(b) of Pub. L. 109289 Pub. L. 1105 Amendments 2007Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 109289,  20702(b) Pub. L. 1105 section 75a of this title 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104186  5502. House emergency operations positions (a) Establishment in certain offices Effective with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year, there are hereby established 2 additional positions in each of the following offices of the House of Representatives: (1) The Office of the Clerk. (2) The Office of the Chief Administrative Officer. (3) The Office of the Sergeant at Arms. (b) Duties The duty of the personnel appointed to a position established under this section shall be to ensure the continuity of the operations of the House of Representatives during periods of emergency, in accordance with the direction of the head of the office in which the position is established. (c) Rate of pay The annual rate of pay provided for a position established under this section shall be determined by the head of the office in which the position is established. (d) Appointment authority Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the head of the office in which a position is established under this section shall have the exclusive authority to appoint personnel to such a position. ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  118 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 573  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 75f of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 2002, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2002.  5503. Actions against officers for official acts  In any action brought against any person for or on account of anything done by him while an officer of either House of Congress in the discharge of his official duty, in executing any order of such House, the United States attorney for the district within which the action is brought, on being thereto requested by the officer sued, shall enter an appearance in behalf of such officer; and all provisions of the eighth section of the Act of July 28, 1866 ( Mar. 3, 1875, ch. 130,  8 18 Stat. 401 June 25, 1948, ch. 646,  1 62 Stat. 909  Editorial Notes  References in Text The provisions of section 8 of act July 28, 1866, ch. 298 14 Stat. 329 act June 25, 1948, ch. 646,  39 62 Stat. 992 June 25, 1948 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 118 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Act June 25, 1948 Sept. 1, 1948 section 541 of Title 28  5504. Officers of Senate  Section 5503 of this title ( Pub. L. 95521, title VII,  714(d) Oct. 26, 1978 92 Stat. 1884  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 118a of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Jan. 3, 1979 section 717 of Pub. L. 95521 section 288 of this title  5505. Payments from applicable accounts of House of Representatives (a) In general No payment may be made from the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives (as determined by the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives), unless sanctioned by that Committee. Payments on vouchers approved in the manner directed by that Committee shall be deemed, held, and taken, and are declared to be conclusive upon all the departments and officers of the Government. (b) Definitions As used in this section (1) the term applicable accounts of the House of Representatives means accounts for salaries and expenses of committees (other than the Committee on Appropriations), the computer support organization of the House of Representatives, and allowances and expenses of Members of the House of Representatives, officers of the House of Representatives, and administrative and support offices of the House of Representatives; and (2) the term Member of the House of Representatives means a Representative in, or a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to, the Congress. ( Pub. L. 104186, title I,  105 Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1721  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 951 of this title Section is comprised of section 105 of Pub. L. 104186 section 105 of Pub. L. 104186 section 95 of this title Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in former section 95 of this title Pub. L. 104186, title I,  105(c) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1722 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  5506. Appropriations for expenses of House; restrictions  Appropriations made for expenses of the House of Representatives shall not be used for the payment of personal services except upon the express and specific authorization of the House in whose behalf such services are rendered. Nor shall such appropriations be used for any expenses not intimately and directly connected with the routine legislative business of the House of Representatives, and the Government Accountability Office shall apply the provisions of this section in the settlement of the accounts of expenditures from said appropriations incurred for services or materials. ( Feb. 14, 1902, ch. 17,  1 32 Stat. 26 June 10, 1921, ch. 18 42 Stat. 24 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(45) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1737 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 95a of this title section 671 of Title 31 Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Section is based on provisions of proviso on 32 Stat. 26 act of Feb. 14, 1902, ch. 17 section 6505 of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Transfer of Functions Government Accountability Office substituted in text for General Accounting Office pursuant to section 8 of Pub. L. 108271 section 702 of Title 31 June 10, 1921  5507. Transfers of amounts appropriated for House (a) Transfers among categories of allowances and expenses Amounts appropriated for any fiscal year for the House of Representatives under the heading  allowances and expenses (b) Transfers among offices and activities Amounts appropriated for any fiscal year for the House of Representatives under the heading  salaries, officers and employees (c) Transfers among various appropriations headings (1) Amounts appropriated for any fiscal year for the House of Representatives under the headings specified in paragraph (2) may be transferred among and merged with such headings, effective upon the expiration of the 21-day period (or such alternative period that may be imposed by the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives) which begins on the date such Committee has been notified of the transfer. (2) The headings referred to in paragraph (1) are House Leadership Offices, Members Representational Allowances, Committee Employees, Salaries, Officers and Employees, Allowances and Expenses, the heading for any joint committee under the heading Joint Items (to the extent that amounts appropriated for the joint committee are disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives), Office of the Attending Physician, Allowance for Compensation of Interns in Member Offices 1 1 (d) Transfers to Architect of the Capitol Amounts appropriated for any fiscal year for the House of Representatives under the heading Allowances and Expenses may be transferred to the Architect of the Capitol and merged with and made available under the heading House Office Buildings, subject to the approval of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (e) Transfers to House Historic Buildings Revitalization Trust Fund Amounts appropriated for any fiscal year for the House of Representatives under any heading other than the heading Members Representational Allowances may be transferred to the Architect of the Capitol and merged with and made available under the heading House Historic Buildings Revitalization Trust Fund, subject to the approval of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (f) Transfers among House Leadership Offices Amounts appropriated for any fiscal year for the House of Representatives under the heading House Leadership Offices may be transferred among and merged with the various offices and activities under such heading, effective upon the expiration of the 21-day period (or such alternative period that may be imposed by the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives) which begins on the date such Committee has been notified of the transfer. ( Pub. L. 102392, title I,  101 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1709 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  109(a) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 355 Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 817 Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2029 Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  103(a) Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 422 Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  119(a) Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2930 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title I Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2759 Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  115(d) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1637 Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  113(d) Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 511  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 95b of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1993, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1993. Amendments 2022Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 117103 2020Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 116260 2019Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 11694,  113(e) Pub. L. 11694,  112(b) 2018Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 115244 2014Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 11376 2009Subsecs. (a), (b), (c)(1). Pub. L. 1118,  105(a) Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 1118,  105(b) house leadership offices, members clerk hire, committee employees, standing committees, special and select, house information systems, allowances and expenses, official mail costs salaries, officers and employees. Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 11168,  104(a) Pub. L. 1118,  103(a) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 11168,  1304(d) 2003Subsecs. (a), (b), (c)(1). Pub. L. 1087 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2020 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 116260 section 5513(e) of this title Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by section 112(b) of Pub. L. 11694 section 5322a of this title section 112(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 5322a of this title Amendment by section 113(e) of Pub. L. 11694 section 5106(f) of this title Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Pub. L. 115244, div. B, title I,  119(b) Sept. 21, 2018 132 Stat. 2931 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2019 and each succeeding fiscal year. Effective Date of 2014 Amendment Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  103(b) Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 422 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2014 and each succeeding fiscal year. Effective Date of 2009 Amendment Pub. L. 11168, div. A, title I,  104(b) Oct. 1, 2009 123 Stat. 2029 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply to funds appropriated for fiscal year 2010 and succeeding fiscal years. Amendment by section 1304(d) of Pub. L. 11168 section 1870(e) of this title Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  103(b) Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 817 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2009 and each succeeding fiscal year. Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  105(c) Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 818 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2009 and each succeeding fiscal year. Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  109(b) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 355 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2003 and each succeeding fiscal year. Categories of Allowances and Expenses Pub. L. 10555, title I,  102 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1183 The funds and accounts specified in section 107(b) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1996 ( 2 U.S.C. 123b 2 U.S.C. 4131 2 U.S.C. 95b(a) 2 U.S.C. 5507(a)  5508. Account in House of Representatives for Employees Compensation Fund (a) Establishment There is hereby established an account in the House of Representatives for purposes of making payments of the House of Representatives to the Employees Compensation Fund under section 8147 of title 5 (b) Payments made from account Notwithstanding any other provision of law, payments may be made from the account established under subsection (a) at any time after October 7, 1997 (c) Category of allowances and expenses The account established under subsection (a) shall be treated as a category of allowances and expenses for purposes of section 5507(a) of this title ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  109 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1184 Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  102(a) Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 422  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 95d of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1998, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1998. Amendments 2014Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11376 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2014 Amendment Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  102(b) Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 422 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2014 and each succeeding fiscal year.  5509. Incidental use of equipment and supplies (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Committee on House Oversight may prescribe by regulation appropriate conditions for the incidental use, for other than official business, of equipment and supplies owned or leased by, or the cost of which is reimbursed by, the House of Representatives. (b) The authority of the Committee on House Oversight to prescribe regulations pursuant to subsection (a) shall apply with respect to fiscal year 1999 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  106 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2439  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 112f of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1999, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1999. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  5510. Providing assistance to House of Representatives in response to cybersecurity events (a) Provision of assistance If the Speaker of the House of Representatives (or the Speakers designee), with the concurrence of the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives (or the Minority Leaders designee), determines that a cybersecurity event has occurred and that containing, mitigating, or resolving the event exceeds the resources of the House of Representatives, then notwithstanding any other provision of law or any rule, regulation, or executive order (1) the Speaker may request assistance in responding to the event from the head of any Executive department, military department, or independent establishment; (2) not later than 24 hours after receiving the request, the head of the department or establishment shall begin to provide appropriate assistance in response to the incident, including (if necessary) restoring the information systems of the House to an operational state which allows for the continuation of the legislative process and for Members, officers, and employees of the House to continue to meet their official and representational duties; and (3) such assistance shall be provided without reimbursement by the House of Representatives. (b) Scope of assistance (1) In general The assistance provided to the Speaker by the head of a department or establishment under this section may consist only of a type that the head of the department or establishment is authorized under law to provide to the department or establishment, another Executive department, military department, or independent establishment, or a private entity. (2) Connections between department or establishment and House information systems In providing assistance under this section (A) personnel of a department or establishment may not log onto the information systems of the House without the authorization of the Speaker (or the Speakers designee); and (B) personnel of a department or establishment may provide the House with access to technological support services of the department or establishment, including by authorizing personnel or systems of the House to connect with and operate services or programs of the department or establishment with guidance from subject matter experts of the department or establishment. (c) Termination of assistance (1) Termination upon notice from Speaker After initiating assistance under this section, the head of the department or establishment shall continue providing assistance until the Speaker (or Speakers designee) notifies the head of the department or establishment that the cybersecurity incident has terminated and that it is no longer necessary for the department or establishment to provide post-incident assistance. (2) Removal of technological support services Upon receiving notice from the Speaker under paragraph (1), the head of the department or establishment shall ensure that any technological support services or programs of the department or establishment are removed from the information systems of the House, and that personnel of the department or establishment are no longer monitoring such systems. (d) Compliance with existing standards In providing assistance under this section, the head of the Executive department, military department, or independent establishment shall meet the requirements of section 113 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2017 ( Public Law 11531 (e) No effect on other authority to provide support Nothing in this section may be construed to affect the authority of an Executive department, military department, or independent establishment to provide any support, including cybersecurity support, to the House of Representatives under any other law, rule, or regulation. (f) Definitions In this section, each of the terms Executive department, military department, and independent establishment has the meaning given such term in chapter 1 of title 5. ( Pub. L. 11591, div. A, title X,  1090 Dec. 12, 2017 131 Stat. 1606  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 113 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2017, referred to in subsec. (d), is section 113 of title I of div. I of Pub. L. 11531 May 5, 2017 131 Stat. 576  5511. Transfer of funds (a) Transfer of unexpended appropriations for salaries and expenses Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon completion of the second fiscal year which begins after the end of the period during which amounts appropriated under any of the items under the heading House of Representatives, Salaries and Expenses are available for obligation or expenditure, any such amounts which remain unobligated and unexpended shall be transferred to the heading House of Representatives, Salaries and Expenses, Allowances and Expenses and shall be available until expended for purposes of House of Representatives Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery. (b) Exception for Members Representational Allowances Subsection (a) does not apply to amounts appropriated under the heading House of Representatives, Salaries and Expenses, Members Representational Allowances. (c) Notification The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall notify the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives prior to the obligation or expenditure of any amounts transferred under subsection (a). (d) Applicability This section shall apply with respect to amounts appropriated for fiscal year 2018 or any succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  119 Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 777  5512. Use of available balances of expired appropriations (a) Subject to section 5511 of this title (1) for the payment of a death gratuity which is specifically appropriated by law and which is made in connection with the death of an employee of the House of Representatives, without regard to the fiscal year in which the payment is made; and (2) for deposit into the account established under section 5508 of this title section 8147 of title 5 (b) This section shall apply with respect to funds appropriated or otherwise made available in fiscal year 2020 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title I,  116 Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2760  5513. House of Representatives Modernization Initiatives Account (a) Establishment There is hereby established in the Treasury of the United States an account for the House of Representatives to be known as the House of Representatives Modernization Initiatives Account (hereafter in this section referred to as the Account). (b) Use of funds Funds in the Account shall be used by the House of Representatives to carry out initiatives to modernize the operations of the House, including initiatives to promote administrative efficiencies and expand the use of innovative technologies in offices of the House. (c) Continuing availability of funds Funds in the Account are available without fiscal year limitation. (d) Omitted (e) Effective date This section and the amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2021 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  115 Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1637  Editorial Notes Codification Section is comprised of section 115 of div. I of Pub. L. 116260 section 5507 of this title  5514. Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program (a) Establishment There is established in the House of Representatives the Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program (hereafter in this section referred to as the Program) for veterans and Gold Star Families, under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, under which an eligible individual may serve a 2-year fellowship in the office of a Member of the House of Representatives (including a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress) or House Officer. (b) Placement An individual may serve a fellowship under the Program at the Members office in the District of Columbia or the Members office in the congressional district the Member represents. Fellows assigned to House Officers may serve where assigned. (c) Exclusion of appointees for purposes of limit on number of employees in Member offices Any individual serving a fellowship under the Program in the office of a Member shall not be included in the determination of the number of employees employed by the Member under section 5321(a) of this title (d) Regulations The Program shall be carried out in accordance with regulations promulgated by the Committee on House Administration. (e) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2022 and each succeeding fiscal year such sums as may be necessary to carry out the Program. (f) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2022 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  114 Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 511 SUBCHAPTER II CHAPLAIN  5521. Compensation of Chaplain of House  The maximum per year gross rate of compensation of the Chaplain of the House of Representatives shall not exceed the greater of $173,900 or the rate of pay in effect for such position under an order issued by the Speaker of the House of Representatives pursuant to the authority of section 4532 of this title ( Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(b)(3)(D) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2777  Editorial Notes Codification Section is based on section 3 of House Resolution No. 661, Ninety-fifth Congress, July 29, 1977 Pub. L. 11694 Prior Provisions A prior section 5521, Pub. L. 95391, title I,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 777 Pub. L. 111145,  3(a)(4) Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 52 Pub. L. 111248,  3(b) Sept. 30, 2010 124 Stat. 2626 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(b)(3)(D) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2777 July 29, 1977 Pub. L. 95391 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective on the later of the first day of the first applicable pay period beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title SUBCHAPTER III CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER  5531. Program to increase employment opportunities in House of Representatives for individuals with disabilities (a) In general In order to promote an increase in opportunities for individuals with disabilities to provide services to the House of Representatives, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives is authorized to (1) enter into 1 or more contracts with nongovernmental entities to provide for the performance of services for offices of the House of Representatives by individuals with disabilities who are employees of, or under contract with, such entities; and (2) provide reasonable accommodations, including assistive technology devices and assistive technology services, to enable such individuals to perform such services under such contracts. (b) Elements of program The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, in entering into any contract under subsection (a), shall seek to ensure that (1) traditional and nontraditional outreach efforts are used to attract individuals with disabilities for educational benefit and employment opportunities in the House; (2) the non-governmental entity provides adequate education and training for individuals with disabilities to enhance such employment opportunities; and (3) efforts are made to educate employing offices in the House about opportunities to employ individuals with disabilities. (c) Funding There are authorized to be appropriated from the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives $500,000 to carry out this section for each of the fiscal years 2003 through 2007. ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  106 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 354  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 130j of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Resolution, 2003.  5532. Advance payments (a) Authorization For fiscal year 1998 and each succeeding fiscal year, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives is authorized to make advance payments under a contract or other agreement to provide a service or deliver an article for the United States Government without regard to the provisions of section 3324 of title 31 (b) Regulations An advance payment authorized by subsection (a) shall be made in accordance with regulations issued by the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives. (c) Effective date The authority granted by subsection (a) shall not take effect until regulations are issued pursuant to subsection (b). ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  108 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1184  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 95c of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1998, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1998. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  5533. House of Representatives Revolving Fund (a) Establishment There is established in the House of Representatives a fund to be known as the House of Representatives Revolving Fund, consisting of the following amounts: (1) Amounts appropriated to the Fund. (2) Amounts donated to the Fund. (3) Interest on the balance of the Fund. (b) Expenditures Amounts in the Fund shall be expended at the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives, upon notification provided by the Chief Administrative Officer to the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives, and shall remain available until expended. (c) Applicability This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2004 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 108199, div. H,  156 Jan. 23, 2004 118 Stat. 450  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 95e of this title Section is from the Miscellaneous Appropriations and Offsets Act, 2004, which is division H of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2004.  5534. House revolving fund for stationery allowances; disposition of moneys from stationery sales; availability of unexpended balances  There is established a revolving fund for the purpose of administering the funds appropriated for stationery allowances to each Representative, Delegate, the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico; and stationery for use of the committees, departments, and officers of the House. All moneys hereafter received by the stationery room of the House of Representatives from the sale of stationery supplies and other equipment shall be deposited in the revolving fund and shall be available for disbursement from the fund in the same manner as other sums that may be appropriated by the Congress for this purpose. The unexpended balance of all moneys heretofore received by the stationery room of the House of Representatives from the sale of stationery supplies and equipment shall be deposited in the Treasury of the United States to the credit of the fund: Provided June 30, 1947 ( July 17, 1947, ch. 262 61 Stat. 366  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 46b1 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Stationery room of House of Representatives redesignated Office Supply Service.  5535. Report of disbursements for House of Representatives (a) In general Not later than 60 days after the last day of each semiannual period, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall submit to the House of Representatives, with respect to that period, a detailed, itemized report of the disbursements for the operations of the House of Representatives. (b) Contents The report required by subsection (a) shall include (1) the name of each person who receives a payment from the House of Representatives; (2) the quantity and price of any item furnished to the House of Representatives; (3) a description of any service rendered to the House of Representatives, together with a statement of the time required for the service, and the name, title, and amount paid to each person who renders the service; (4) a statement of all amounts appropriated to, or received, or expended by the House of Representatives, and any unexpended balances of such amounts; (5) the information submitted to the Comptroller General under section 3523(a) of title 31 (6) such additional information as may be required by regulation of the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives. (c) Exclusion Notwithstanding subsection (b), if a voucher is for payment to an individual for attendance as a witness before a committee of the Congress in executive session, the report for the semiannual period in which the appearance occurs shall show only the date of payment, voucher number, and amount paid. Any information excluded from a report under the preceding sentence shall be included in the report for the next period. (d) House document Each report under this section shall be printed as a House document. (e) Conforming provision The provisions of (1) sections 102, 103, and 104 1 1 (2)  section 4108 of this title that require submission and printing of statements and reports are not applicable to the House of Representatives. (f) Effective date This section shall apply to the semiannual periods of January 1 through June 30 and July 1 through December 31 of each year, beginning with the semiannual period in which this section is enacted. ( Pub. L. 104186, title I,  106 Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1722  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 102 of this title Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(52) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1737 Sections 103 and 104 of this title, referred to in subsec. (e)(1), were omitted from the Code. Codification Section was formerly classified to section 104b of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Similar Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section are contained in section 4108 of this title  5536. Office equipment for House Members, officers, and committees (a) Authority of Chief Administrative Officer At the request of any Member, officer, or committee of the House of Representatives, or the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico, and with the approval of the Committee on House Oversight, but subject to the limitations prescribed by this Act, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall furnish office equipment for use in the office of that Member, Resident Commissioner, officer, or committee. Office equipment so furnished is limited to equipment of those types and categories which the Committee on House Oversight shall prescribe. (b) Registration and ownership Office equipment furnished under this section shall be registered in the office of the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and shall remain the property of the House of Representatives. (c) Payment The cost of office equipment furnished under this section shall be paid from the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives. (d) Rules and regulations The Committee on House Oversight shall prescribe such regulations as it considers necessary to carry out the purposes of this section. ( Pub. L. 91139,  1 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 291 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(59) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1738  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in subsec. (a), is Pub. L. 91139 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 291 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 112e of this title Amendments 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104186,  204(59)(A)(i) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 104186,  204(59)(A)(ii) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 104186,  204(59)(B)(ii) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 104186,  204(59)(B)(i) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date Pub. L. 91139,  3 Dec. 5, 1969 83 Stat. 292 This Act [enacting this section and provisions set out as a note under former sections 112a to 112d of this title, and repealing sections 112a to 112d of this title] shall become effective at the beginning of the first calendar month which commences on or after the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 5, 1969  5537. Net Expenses of Equipment Revolving Fund (a) Establishment There is hereby established in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund for the House of Representatives to be known as the Net Expenses of Equipment Revolving Fund (hereafter in this section referred to as the Revolving Fund), consisting of funds deposited by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives from amounts provided by offices of the House of Representatives to purchase, lease, obtain, and maintain the equipment located in such offices, and amounts provided by Members of the House of Representatives (including Delegates and Resident Commissioners to the Congress) to purchase, lease, obtain, and maintain furniture for their district offices. (b) Use of funds Amounts in the Revolving Fund shall be used by the Chief Administrative Officer without fiscal year limitation to purchase, lease, obtain, and maintain equipment for offices of the House of Representatives and furniture for the district offices of Members of the House of Representatives (including Delegates and Resident Commissioners to the Congress). (c) Treatment The Revolving Fund shall be treated as a category of allowances and expenses for purposes of section 5507(a) of this title (d) Applicability to fiscal years This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2003 and each succeeding fiscal year, except that for purposes of making deposits into the Revolving Fund under subsection (a), the Chief Administrative Officer may deposit amounts provided by offices of the House of Representatives during fiscal year 2002 or any succeeding fiscal year. (e) Applicability to telecommunications equipment This section shall not apply with respect to any telecommunications equipment which is subject to coverage under section 5538 1 1 ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  102 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 353 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  102(e) Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3174  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 5538 of this title section 102 of div. G of Pub. L. 108447 section 103 of div. G of Pub. L. 108447 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 112g of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Resolution, 2003. Amendments 2004Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 108447 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2004 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 108447 section 5538(f) of this title  5538. Net Expenses of Telecommunications Revolving Fund (a) Establishment There is hereby established in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund for the House of Representatives to be known as the Net Expenses of Telecommunications Revolving Fund (hereafter in this section referred to as the Revolving Fund), consisting of funds deposited by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives from amounts provided by legislative branch offices to purchase, lease, obtain, and maintain the data and voice telecommunications services and equipment located in such offices. (b) Use of amounts in Fund Amounts in the Revolving Fund shall be used by the Chief Administrative Officer without fiscal year limitation to purchase, lease, obtain, and maintain the data and voice telecommunications services and equipment of legislative branch offices. (c) Transfer authority The Revolving Fund shall be treated as a category of allowances and expenses for purposes of section 5507(a) of this title (d) , (e) Omitted (f) Applicability This section and the amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2005 and each succeeding fiscal year, except that for purposes of making deposits into the Revolving Fund under subsection (a), the Chief Administrative Officer may deposit amounts provided by legislative branch offices during fiscal year 2004 or any succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  102 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3174  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 112h of this title Section is comprised of section 102 of div. G of Pub. L. 108447 section 102 of div. G of Pub. L. 108447 Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005.  5539. Commissions and charges for public telephone or telecommunications services; deposit of receipts (a) Authority of Chief Administrative Officer to receive commissions for providing public telephone service in House occupied areas Effective October 1, 1988 (b) Deposit of receipts; availability for expenditure Receipts from the commissions and charges set forth in subsection (a) of this section shall be deposited in the United States Treasury for credit to the appropriation for Salaries and Expenses of the United States House of Representatives, and shall be available for expenditure upon the approval of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. ( Pub. L. 100458, title III,  306 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2182 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(64) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1739 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  102(d) Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3174  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117f of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1989. Amendments 2004Subsecs. (b), (c). Pub. L. 108447 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104186,  204(64)(A) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 104186,  204(64)(B) Provided Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2004 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 108447 section 5538(f) of this title  5540. Disposal of used or surplus furniture and equipment by Chief Administrative Officer of House; procedure; deposit of receipts (1) The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives may dispose of used equipment of the House of Representatives, by trade-in or sale, directly or through the General Services Administration. Any direct disposal under the preceding sentence shall be in accordance with normal business practice and shall be at fair market value. Receipts from disposals under the first sentence of this section (together with receipts from sale of transcripts, waste paper and other items provided by law, and receipts for missing or damaged equipment) shall be deposited in the Treasury for credit to the appropriate account of the House of Representatives, and shall be available for expenditure in accordance with applicable law. For purposes of the previous sentence, in the case of receipts from the sale or disposal of any audio or video transcripts prepared by the House Recording Studio, the appropriate account of the House of Representatives shall be the account of the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives. (2) If disposal in accordance with paragraph (1) is not feasible because of age, location, condition, or any other relevant factor, the Chief Administrative Officer may donate the equipment to the government of a State, to a local government, or to an organization that is described in section 501(c)(3) of title 26 section 501(a) of title 26 (A) shall be at no cost to the Government; and (B) may be made only if the used equipment has no recoverable value because disposal in accordance with paragraph (1), under the most favorable terms available to the Government, would result in a loss to the Government. (3) (A) In the case of computer-related equipment, during fiscal year 1998 the Chief Administrative Officer may donate directly the equipment to a public elementary or secondary school of the District of Columbia without regard to whether the donation meets the requirements of the second sentence of paragraph (2), except that the total number of workstations donated as a result of this paragraph may not exceed 1,000. (B) In this paragraph (i) the term computer-related equipment includes desktops, laptops, printers, file servers, and peripherals which are appropriate for use in public school education; (ii) the terms public elementary school and public secondary school have the meaning given the terms elementary school and secondary school in section 7801 of title 20 (iii) the term workstation includes desktops and peripherals, file servers and peripherals, laptops and peripherals, printers and peripherals, and workstations and peripherals. (C) The Committee on House Oversight shall have authority to issue regulations to carry out this paragraph. (4) The Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives shall have authority to prescribe regulations to carry out this subsection. (5) As used in this section (A) the term State means a State of the United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and a territory or possession of the United States; and (B) the term used equipment means such used or surplus equipment (including furniture and motor vehicles) as the Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives may prescribe by regulation. ( Pub. L. 99500,  101(j) Oct. 18, 1986 100 Stat. 1783287 Pub. L. 99591,  101(j) Oct. 30, 1986 100 Stat. 3341287 Pub. L. 10071, title I July 11, 1987 101 Stat. 425 Pub. L. 101163, title I,  103(a) Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1049 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(63) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1739 Pub. L. 10555, title I,  106 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1184 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  114(a) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 572 Pub. L. 107110, title X,  1076(b) Jan. 8, 2002 115 Stat. 2091 Pub. L. 11495, title IX,  9215(xx) Dec. 10, 2015 129 Stat. 2184  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117e of this title Section is based on section 104(a) of title I of H.R. 5203 (see House Report 99805 as filed in the House on Aug. 15, 1986 section 101(j) of Pub. L. 99500 Pub. L. 10071 Pub. L. 99591 Pub. L. 99500 Amendments 2015Par. (3)(B)(ii). Pub. L. 11495 2002Par. (3)(B)(ii). Pub. L. 107110 2001Par. (1). Pub. L. 10768 allowances and expenses Contingent Expenses of the House 1997Par. (2). Pub. L. 10555,  106(1) Pars. (3) to (5). Pub. L. 10555,  106(2) 1996Pars. (1), (2). Pub. L. 104186,  204(63)(A) Pars. (3), (4)(B). Pub. L. 104186,  204(63)(B) 1989Par. (1). Pub. L. 101163,  103(a)(1) Pars. (2) to (4). Pub. L. 101163,  103(a)(3) Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 Effective Date of 2015 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11495 Dec. 10, 2015 section 5 of Pub. L. 11495 section 6301 of Title 20 Effective Date of 2002 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 107110 Jan. 8, 2002 section 5 of Pub. L. 107110 section 6301 of Title 20 Effective Date of 2001 Amendment Pub. L. 10768, title I,  114(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 572 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year. Effective Date of 1989 Amendment Pub. L. 101163, title I,  103(c) Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1050 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] and the repeal made by subsection (b) [repealing section 59a of this title October 1, 1989 Effective Date of 1987 Amendment Pub. L. 10071, title I July 11, 1987 101 Stat. 425 Pub. L. 10071 Oct. 18, 1986 Effective Date Section 104(c) of title I of H.R. 5203 (see House Report 99805 as filed in the House on Aug. 15, 1986 Pub. L. 99500,  101(j) Oct. 18, 1986 100 Stat. 1783287 Pub. L. 99591,  101(j) Oct. 30, 1986 100 Stat. 3341287 Pub. L. 10071, title I July 11, 1987 101 Stat. 425 This section and the amendment made by this section [enacting section 5540 of this title section 84b of this title October 1, 1986 Similar Provisions Provisions similar to those in par. (1) of this section relating to disposition of receipts from sales of copies of transcripts were contained in former section 84b of this title  5541. Fees for internal delivery in House of Representatives of nonpostage mail from outside sources  Effective with respect to fiscal years beginning with fiscal year 1995, in the case of mail from outside sources presented to the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives (other than mail through the Postal Service and mail with postage otherwise paid) for internal delivery in the House of Representatives, the Chief Administrative Officer is authorized to collect fees equal to the applicable postage. Amounts received by the Chief Administrative Officer as fees under the preceding sentence shall be deposited in the Treasury for credit to the account of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer. ( Pub. L. 10453, title I,  101 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 520 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  103(a) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2225  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117j of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1996, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1996. Amendments 2007 Pub. L. 110161 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  103(b) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2225 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2008 and each succeeding fiscal year.  5542. Regulations for safe handling of mail matter (a) In general Subject to the approval of the Committee on House Administration, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall implement regulations under which the Chief Administrative Officer shall be authorized to handle any mail matter delivered by the United States Postal Service or any other carrier to the House of Representatives, or to any other entity with whom the Chief Administrative Officer has entered into an agreement to receive mail matter delivered to the entity, in such manner as the Chief Administrative Officer deems necessary to ensure the safety of any individuals who may come into contact with, or otherwise be exposed to, such mail matter. (b) Civil or criminal liability No action taken under the regulations implemented pursuant to this section may serve as a basis for civil or criminal liability of any individual or entity. (c) Definition As used in this section, the term handle includes but is not limited to collecting, isolating, testing, opening, disposing, and destroying. (d) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2004 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  108 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3177  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117j1 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005.  5543. Rebates under Government Travel Charge Card Program  Effective with respect to fiscal years beginning with fiscal year 1995, amounts received by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives from the Administrator of General Services for rebates under the Government Travel Charge Card Program shall be deposited in the Treasury as miscellaneous receipts. ( Pub. L. 10453, title I,  102 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 520  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117k of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1996, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1996.  5544. Deposit of House Information Resources reimbursements for services  Effective with respect to fiscal year 2003 and each succeeding fiscal year, any amount received by House Information Resources from any office of the House of Representatives as reimbursement for services provided shall be deposited in the Treasury for credit to the account of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives. ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  103 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 354  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117 l Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Resolution, 2003.  5545. House Services Revolving Fund (a) Establishment of House Services Revolving Fund There is hereby established in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund for the House of Representatives to be known as the House Services Revolving Fund (hereafter in this section referred to as the Revolving Fund), consisting of funds deposited by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives from all amounts received by the House of Representatives with respect to the following activities: (1) The operation of the House Barber Shop. (2) The operation of the House Beauty Shop. (3) The operation of the House Restaurant System (including vending operations). (4) The provision of mail services to entities which are not part of the House of Representatives. (5) The payment of fees for the use of the exercise facility described in section 103(a). 1 1 (6) The collection of promotional rebates and incentives on credit card purchases, balances, and payments. (7) The collection of a service fee from vendors of the Master Web Services Agreement or the Technology Services Contract for failure to abide by and maintain House of Representatives security policies. (8) The operation of the House Dry Cleaning and Laundry Service. (9) Other activities related to the operation of services offered by the House of Representatives, as approved by the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (b) Use of amounts in Fund Amounts in the Revolving Funds 2 2 (c) Transfer authority The Revolving Fund shall be treated as a category of allowances and expenses for purposes of section 5507(a) of this title (d) Termination and transfer of existing funds and accounts (1) In general Each fund and account specified in paragraph (2) is hereby terminated, and the balance of each such fund and account is hereby transferred to the Revolving Fund. (2) Funds and accounts specified The funds and accounts referred to in paragraph (1) are as follows: (A) The revolving fund for the House Barber Shop, established by the paragraph under the heading HOUSE BARBER SHOPS REVOLVING FUND in the matter relating to the House of Representatives in chapter III of title I of the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1975 ( Public Law 93554 88 Stat. 1776 (B) The revolving funds for the House Beauty Shop, established by the matter under the heading  house beauty shop Public Law 91145 83 Stat. 347 (C) The special deposit account established for the House of Representatives Restaurant by section 208 of the First Supplemental Civil Functions Appropriation Act, 1941, or any successor fund or account established for the receipt of revenues of the House Restaurant System. (e) Effective date This section shall take effect October 1, 2004 ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  105 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3175 Pub. L. 10913, div. A, title III,  3401(b) May 11, 2005 119 Stat. 272 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  104(a) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2225 Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  102(b) Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 817 Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  118(a) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 777 Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  115(a) Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4923  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 103(a), referred to in subsec. (a)(5), means section 103(a) of Pub. L. 108447 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3174 Section 208 of the First Supplemental Civil Functions Appropriation Act, 1941, referred to in subsec. (d)(2)(C), means section 208 of act Oct. 9, 1940, ch. 780, title II 54 Stat. 1056 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  221(3)(B) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1748 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117m of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005. Amendments 2022Subsec. (a)(8), (9). Pub. L. 117328,  115(a) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 117328,  115(b) 2018Subsec. (a)(7). Pub. L. 115141 2009Subsec. (a)(6). Pub. L. 1118 2007Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 110161 2005Subsec. (a)(5). Pub. L. 10913 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2022 Amendment Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  115(c) Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4923 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2023 and each succeeding fiscal year. Effective Date of 2018 Amendment Pub. L. 115141, div. I, title I,  118(b) Mar. 23, 2018 132 Stat. 777 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Mar. 23, 2018 Effective Date of 2009 Amendment Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  102(c) Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 817 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2009 and each succeeding fiscal year. Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  104(b) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2225 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2008 and each succeeding fiscal year. Effective Date of 2005 Amendment Pub. L. 10913, div. A, title III,  3401(c) May 11, 2005 119 Stat. 272 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall take effect as if included in the enactment of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005 [ Pub. L. 108447, div. G Membership in House of Representatives Exercise Facility for Active Duty Armed Forces Members Assigned to Congressional Liaison Office Pub. L. 111248,  1 Sept. 30, 2010 124 Stat. 2625 Any active duty member of the Armed Forces who is assigned to a congressional liaison office of the Armed Forces at the House of Representatives may obtain membership in the exercise facility established for employees of the House of Representatives (as described in section 103(a) of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005 [ 118 Stat. 3174  5546. Support services for House during emergency; memorandum of understanding with an executive agency (a) Authorization Notwithstanding any other provision of law (1) subject to subsection (b), the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and the head of an executive agency (as defined in section 105 of title 5 (2) the Chief Administrative Officer and the head of the agency may take any action necessary to carry out the terms of the memorandum of understanding. (b) Approval of Speaker required The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives may not enter into a memorandum of understanding described in subsection (a)(1) without the approval of the Speaker of the House of Representatives. (c) Applicability This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  904 Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2318  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 130h of this title Section is from the Emergency Supplemental Act, 2002, which is div. B of the Department of Defense and Emergency Supplemental Appropriations for Recovery from and Response to Terrorist Attacks on the United States Act, 2002.  5547. Emergency expenditures for meals, refreshments, and other support and maintenance (a) At any time on or after February 20, 2003 (b) Nothing in this section may be construed to affect any other authority of the Chief Administrative Officer to incur obligations and make expenditures for the items and services described in subsection (a) for Members, officers, and employees of the House of Representatives. ( Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  107 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 355  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 130k of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Resolution, 2003.  5548. Payments to ensure continuing availability of goods and services during the coronavirus emergency (a) Authorization to make payments Notwithstanding any other provision of law and subject to subsection (b), during an emergency situation, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives may make payments under contracts with vendors providing goods and services to the House in amounts and under terms and conditions other than those provided under the contract in order to ensure that those goods and services remain available to the House throughout the duration of the emergency. (b) Conditions (1) Approval required The Chief Administrative Officer may not make payments under the authority of subsection (a) without the approval of the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives. (2) Availability of appropriations The authority of the Chief Administrative Officer to make payments under the authority of subsection (a) is subject to the availability of appropriations to make such payments. (c) Applicability This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2020 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 116136, div. B, title IX,  19003 Mar. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 578  Editorial Notes Codification Section is from the Emergency Appropriations for Coronavirus Health Response and Agency Operations, which is div. B of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act or the CARES Act. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Definition For definition of coronavirus, see section 23005 of Pub. L. 116136 section 162b of this title  5549. House Intern Resource Office (a) Establishment; Coordinator (1) Establishment; Coordinator There is established in the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives the House Intern Resource Office (hereinafter referred to as the Office). (2) Appointment The Office shall be headed by the House Intern Resource Coordinator (hereinafter referred to as the Coordinator), who shall be employed by the Chief Administrative Officer in consultation with the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on House Administration. (b) Duties In consultation with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and such other offices as the Coordinator considers appropriate, the Office shall (1) provide support services, such as accommodations, training, and professional development, to interns of offices of the House of Representatives; (2) serve as a center for resources and best practices for the recruitment, hiring, training, and use of interns by offices of the House of Representatives; and (3) gather demographic and other data about interns of offices of the House of Representatives. (c) Addressing inequities in access to internships In carrying out its duties, the Office shall consider inequities in access to internships in offices of the House of Representatives, and shall consider the viability of establishing an intern stipend program for interns from underrepresented backgrounds, including those who attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribal Colleges and Universities, Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), and other Minority Serving Institutions described in section 1067q(a) of title 20 (d) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2023 and each succeeding fiscal year such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section. (e) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2023 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  113 Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4922 SUBCHAPTER IV CLERK  5561. Reporters for House of Representatives  No person shall be employed as a reporter for the House of Representatives without the approval of the Speaker. (R.S.  54.)  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 84a of this title R.S.  54 derived from act Apr. 2, 1872, ch. 79,  3 17 Stat. 47  5562. Preservation of reports, statements, or documents filed with Clerk of House (a) If the Clerk of the House of Representatives is required under any law, rule, or regulation to make available for public inspection a report, statement, or other document filed with the Office of the Clerk, the Clerk shall preserve the report, statement, or document (1) for a period of 6 years from the date on which the document is filed; or (2) if the law, rule, or regulation so provides, the period required under such law, rule, or regulation. (b) Subsection (a) shall apply with respect to reports, statements, and documents filed before, on, or after December 8, 2004 ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  106 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3176  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 104c of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005.  5563. Index to House daily calendar  The index to the daily calendar of business of the House of Representatives shall be printed only on Monday of each week. ( Mar. 1, 1921, ch. 89,  1 41 Stat. 1181  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 115 of this title SUBCHAPTER V GENERAL COUNSEL  5571. Office of General Counsel of House; administrative provisions (a) Compliance with admission requirements The General Counsel of the House of Representatives and any other counsel in the Office of the General Counsel of the House of Representatives, including any counsel specially retained by the Office of General Counsel, shall be entitled, for the purpose of performing the counsels functions, to enter an appearance in any proceeding before any court of the United States or of any State or political subdivision thereof without compliance with any requirements for admission to practice before such court, except that the authorization conferred by this subsection shall not apply with respect to the admission of any such person to practice before the United States Supreme Court. (b) Notification by Attorney General The Attorney General shall notify the General Counsel of the House of Representatives as required by section 530D of title 28 (c) General Counsel definition In this section, the term General Counsel of the House of Representatives means (1) the head of the Office of General Counsel established and operating under clause 8 of rule II of the Rules of the House of Representatives; (2) the head of any successor office to the Office of General Counsel which is established after September 29, 1999 (3) any other person authorized and directed in accordance with the Rules of the House of Representatives to provide legal assistance and representation to the House in connection with the matters described in this section. (d) Effective date The provisions of this section shall become effective beginning with September 29, 1999 ( Pub. L. 10657, title I,  101 Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 414 Pub. L. 107273, div. A, title II,  202(b)(5) Nov. 2, 2002 116 Stat. 1775 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  110(a) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 355  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 130f of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 2000, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2000. Amendments 2003Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 1087 Pub. L. 107273 2002 Pub. L. 107273 Pub. L. 1087 section 530D of title 28 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  110(c) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 355 The amendments made by this section [amending this section and section 288k of this title Pub. L. 107273 SUBCHAPTER VI INTERPARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS  5581. Participation by House in interparliamentary institutions; reception of members of foreign legislative bodies and foreign officials; meetings with Government officials (a) It is the purpose of this section to enable the House of Representatives more properly to discharge and coordinate its activities and responsibilities in connection with participation in various interparliamentary institutions, to facilitate the interchange and reception in the United States of members of foreign legislative bodies and permanent officials of foreign governments, and to enable the House of Representatives to host meetings with senior United States Government officials and other dignitaries in order to discuss matters relevant to United States relations with other countries. (b) For payment of expenses incurred in carrying out subsection (a) of this section, there shall be paid out of the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives, until otherwise provided by law, such sums as may be necessary but not to exceed $40,000 in any calendar year. Such payments shall be made on vouchers signed by the chairman of the Committee on Foreign Affairs and approved by the Committee on House Oversight. ( Pub. L. 95391, title I,  111 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 777 Pub. L. 103437,  2(b) Nov. 2, 1994 108 Stat. 4581 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(72) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1741 Pub. L. 105275, title I,  102 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2438 Pub. L. 10883, title I,  103(e) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1017  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1301 of this title Section is based on section 1 of House Resolution No. 1047, Ninety-fifth Congress, Apr. 4, 1978 Pub. L. 95391 Amendments 2003Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 10883 1998Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 105275 1996Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 104186 1994Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 103437 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  5582. Office of Interparliamentary Affairs (a) Establishment There is hereby established in the House of Representatives an office to be known as the Office of Interparliamentary Affairs (hereafter in this section referred to as the Office). (b) Duties The duties of the Office are as follows: (1) To receive and respond to inquiries from foreign parliamentarians or foreign legislative bodies regarding official visits to the House of Representatives. (2) To coordinate official visits to the House of Representatives by parliamentarians, officers, or employees of foreign legislative bodies. (3) To coordinate with the Sergeant at Arms, the Clerk, and other officers of the House of Representatives in providing services for delegations of Members on official visits to foreign nations. (4) To carry out other activities to (A) discharge and coordinate the activities and responsibilities of the House of Representatives in connection with participation in various interparliamentary exchanges and organizations; (B) facilitate the interchange and reception in the United States of members of foreign legislative bodies and permanent officials of foreign governments; and (C) enable the House to host meetings with senior government officials and other dignitaries in order to discuss matters relevant to United States relations with other nations. (c) Director (1) Appointment The Office shall be headed by the Director of Interparliamentary Affairs of the House of Representatives (hereafter in this section referred to as the Director), who shall be appointed by the Speaker without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the position. Any person so appointed shall serve at the pleasure of the Speaker. (2) Compensation The Director shall be paid at an annual rate determined by the Speaker. (d) Other staff (1) In general With the approval of the Speaker, or in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Speaker, the Director may appoint and set the pay of such other employees as may be necessary to carry out the functions of the Office. Any such appointment shall be made without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of fitness to perform the duties of the position. Any person so appointed may be removed by the Director with the approval of the Speaker, or in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Speaker. (2) Compensation Any employee of the Office appointed under this subsection shall be paid at an annual rate determined by the Director with the approval of the Speaker or in accordance with policies approved by the Speaker. (e) Omitted (f) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2003 and each succeeding fiscal year such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section. (g) Effective date This section shall take effect on September 30, 2003 ( Pub. L. 10883, title I,  103 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1016  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1302 of this title Section is comprised of section 103 of Pub. L. 10883 section 103 of Pub. L. 10883 section 5581 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2004. SUBCHAPTER VII MEDIA SERVICES  5591. Media support services (a) Support services for presidential nominating conventions The responsibilities of positions under the House Press Gallery, the House Periodical Press Gallery, and the House Radio and Television Correspondents Gallery shall include providing media support services with respect to the presidential nominating conventions of the national committees of political parties. (b) Agreements with national committees The Standing Committee of Correspondents may enter into agreements with national committees of political parties under which the committees and persons authorized by the committees may reimburse employees for necessary expenses incurred in carrying out the responsibilities described in subsection (a) and employees may accept such reimbursement. (c) Terms and conditions The terms and conditions under which employees exercise responsibilities under subsection (a), and the terms and conditions of any agreement entered into under subsection (b), shall be subject to the approval of the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives. (d) Definition In this section, the terms national committee and political party have the meaning given such terms in section 30101 of title 52 ( Pub. L. 109289, div. B, title II,  20702(b) Pub. L. 1105,  2 Feb. 15, 2007 121 Stat. 38  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 130 l Section is from the Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007, which is div. B of Pub. L. 109289 June 7, 2006 section 20702(b) of Pub. L. 109289 Pub. L. 1105 SUBCHAPTER VIII SERGEANT AT ARMS  5601. Sergeant at Arms of House; additional compensation  The Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives shall receive, directly or indirectly, no fees or other compensation or emolument whatever for performing the duties of the office, or in connection therewith, otherwise than the salary prescribed by law. ( June 20, 1874, ch. 328 18 Stat. 87  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 77 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Similar Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were also contained in act Mar. 3, 1875, ch. 129 18 Stat. 346  5602. Tenure of office of Sergeant at Arms  Any person duly elected and qualified as Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives shall continue in said office until his successor is chosen and qualified, subject however, to removal by the House of Representatives. ( Oct. 1, 1890, ch. 1256,  6 26 Stat. 646  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 83 of this title  5603. Symbol of office of Sergeant at Arms  The symbol of his office shall be the mace, which shall be borne by him while enforcing order on the floor. ( Oct. 1, 1890, ch. 1256,  2 26 Stat. 645  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 79 of this title  5604. Duties of Sergeant at Arms  It shall be the duty of the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives to attend the House during its sittings, to maintain order under the direction of the Speaker, and, pending the election of a Speaker or Speaker pro tempore, under the direction of the Clerk, execute the commands of the House and all processes issued by authority thereof, directed to him by the Speaker. ( Oct. 1, 1890, ch. 1256,  1 26 Stat. 645 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(25)(A) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1733  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 78 of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Transfer of Functions Effective Feb. 1, 2010 section 105 of title I of div. G of Pub. L. 11274 section 130i of this title  5605. Law enforcement authority of Sergeant at Arms (a) Law enforcement authority The Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives shall have the same law enforcement authority, including the authority to carry firearms, as a member of the Capitol Police. The law enforcement authority under the preceding sentence shall be subject to the requirement that the Sergeant at Arms have the qualifications specified in subsection (b). (b) Qualifications The qualifications referred to in subsection (a) are the following: (1) A minimum of five years of experience as a law enforcement officer before beginning service as the Sergeant at Arms. (2) Current certification in the use of firearms by the appropriate Federal law enforcement entity or an equivalent non-Federal entity. (3) Any other firearms qualification required for members of the Capitol Police. (c) Regulations The Committee on House Oversight of the House of Representatives shall have authority to prescribe regulations to carry out this section. ( Pub. L. 10453, title III,  313 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 538  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified as a note under section 78 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999  5606. Arrangements for attendance at funeral of deceased House Members; payment of funeral expenses and expenses of attending funeral rites  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Sergeant at Arms of the House is authorized and directed on and after October 2, 1962 ( Pub. L. 87730,  101 Oct. 2, 1962 76 Stat. 686 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(69) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1740  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 124 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1963. Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation acts: Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 513 July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 403 Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 325 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Committee on House Oversight of House of Representatives changed to Committee on House Administration of House of Representatives by House Resolution No. 5, One Hundred Sixth Congress, Jan. 6, 1999 SUBCHAPTER IX CORRECTIONS CALENDAR OFFICE  5621. Corrections Calendar Office There is established in the House of Representatives an office to be known as the Corrections Calendar Office, which shall have the responsibility of assisting the Speaker in the management of the Corrections Calendar under the Rules of the House of Representatives. The Office shall have not more than five employees (1) who shall be appointed by the Speaker, in consultation with the minority leader; and (2) whose annual rate of pay shall be established by the Speaker, but may not exceed 75 percent of the maximum annual rate under the general limitation specified by the order of the Speaker in effect under section 4532 of this title ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  101 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1183  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74d of this title Section is based on House Resolution No. 7, One Hundred Fifth Congress, Jan. 7, 1997 Pub. L. 10555  5622. Lump sum allowance for Corrections Calendar Office  There shall be a lump sum allowance of $300,000 per fiscal year for the salaries and expenses of the Corrections Calendar Office, established by section 5621 of this title ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  101 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1183  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74d1 of this title Section is based on section 1 of House Resolution No. 130, One Hundred Fifth Congress, Apr. 24, 1997 Pub. L. 10555 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Transfer of Allowance For transfer of lump sum allowance under this section to Offices of Speaker and Minority Leader, see section 5624 of this title  5623. Effective date The allowance under section 5622 of this title (1) shall be available beginning with the month of May 1997; (2) through the end of September 1997, shall be paid from the applicable accounts of the House of Representatives on a pro rata basis; and (3) beginning with fiscal year 1998, shall be paid as provided in appropriations Acts. ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  101 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1183  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74d2 of this title Section is based on section 2 of House Resolution No. 130, One Hundred Fifth Congress, Apr. 24, 1997 Pub. L. 10555  5624. Transfer of positions in Corrections Calendar Office (a) (1) Effective October 1, 2003 (A) 3 of the positions in the Corrections Calendar Office, and the functions associated with such positions, shall be transferred to the Office of the Speaker; and (B) 2 of the positions in the Corrections Calendar Office, and the functions associated with such positions, shall be transferred to the Office of the Minority Leader. (2) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in the case of any individual who is an incumbent of a position transferred under paragraph (1) at the time of the transfer, the total number of days of annual leave and the total number of days of sick leave which were provided by the Corrections Calendar Office to the individual and which remain unused as of the date of the transfer shall remain available for the individual to use after the transfer. (b) Effective with respect to fiscal year 2004 and each succeeding fiscal year, the lump sum allowance for salaries and expenses of the Corrections Calendar Office provided under House Resolution 130, One Hundred Fifth Congress, agreed to April 24, 1997 2 U.S.C. 74d1 2 U.S.C. 5622 (1) 63.5 percent of such allowance shall be transferred to the Office of the Speaker. (2) 36.5 percent of such allowance shall be transferred to the Office of the Minority Leader. ( Pub. L. 10883, title I,  106 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1018  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified as a note under section 74d of this title CHAPTER 61 SENATE LEADERSHIP    SUBCHAPTER IGENERAL  Sec.  6101. Transfer of funds from appropriations account of the Office of the Vice President and the Offices of the Secretaries for the Majority and Minority to the Senate contingent fund.  6102. Expense allowance of Majority and Minority Leaders of Senate; expense allowance of Majority and Minority Whips; methods of payment; taxability.  SUBCHAPTER IIVICE PRESIDENT AND PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE  6111. Compensation of President pro tempore of Senate.  6112. Compensation of Deputy President pro tempore of Senate.  6113. Appointment and compensation of employees by President pro tempore of Senate.  6114. Appointment and compensation of Administrative Assistant, Legislative Assistant, and Executive Secretary for Deputy President pro tempore of Senate.  6115. Expense allowance of President pro tempore of Senate; methods of payment; taxability.  6116. Special delivery postage allowance for President of Senate.  6117. Stationery allowance for President of Senate.  6118. Long-distance telephone calls for Vice President.  SUBCHAPTER IIIMAJORITY AND MINORITY LEADERS AND WHIPS  6131. Appointment of employees by Senate Majority and Minority Leaders; compensation.  6132. Assistants to Senate Majority and Minority Leaders for Floor Operations; establishment of positions; appointment; compensation.  6133. Chiefs of Staff for Senate Majority and Minority Leaders; appointment; compensation.  6134. Compensation and appointment of employees by Senate Majority and Minority Whips.  6135. Representation Allowance Account for Majority and Minority Leaders of Senate.  6136. Transfer of funds from representation allowance of Majority and Minority Leaders of Senate to expense allowance; availability; definitions.  6137. Transfer of funds from appropriations account of Majority and Minority Leaders of Senate to appropriations account, Miscellaneous Items, within Senate contingent fund.  6138. Transfer of funds from appropriations account of Majority and Minority Whips of Senate to appropriations account, Miscellaneous Items, within Senate contingent fund.  SUBCHAPTER IVMAJORITY AND MINORITY SECRETARIES, CONFERENCES, AND POLICY COMMITTEES  6151. Compensation of Secretaries for Senate Majority and Minority.  6152. Appointment and compensation of employees by Secretaries for Senate Majority and Minority; gross compensation.  6153. Salaries and expenses for Senate Majority and Minority Policy Committees and Senate Majority and Minority Conference Committees.  6154. Offices of the Secretaries of the Conference of the Majority and the Conference of the Minority.  6155. Payment of expenses of Conference of Majority and Conference of Minority from Senate contingent fund.  6156. Appointment and compensation of employees by Secretary of Conference of Majority of Senate and Secretary of Conference of Minority of Senate.  6157. Services of consultants to Majority and Minority Conference Committee of Senate.  6158. Utilization of funds for specialized training of professional staff for Majority and Minority Conference Committee of Senate.  6159. Expense allowance for Chairmen of Majority and Minority Conference Committees of Senate; method of payment; taxability.  6160. Expense allowance for Chairmen of Majority and Minority Policy Committees of Senate; method of payment; taxability. SUBCHAPTER I GENERAL  6101. Transfer of funds from appropriations account of the Office of the Vice President and the Offices of the Secretaries for the Majority and Minority to the Senate contingent fund (a) Office of the Vice President (1) In general Upon the written request of the Vice President, the Secretary of the Senate shall transfer from the appropriations account appropriated under the subheading  office of the vice president Salaries, Officers and Employees miscellaneous items (2) Authority to incur expenses The Vice President may incur such expenses as may be necessary or appropriate. Expenses incurred by the Vice President shall be paid from the amount transferred under paragraph (1) by the Vice President and upon vouchers approved by the Vice President. (3) Authority to advance sums The Secretary of the Senate may advance such sums as may be necessary to defray expenses incurred in carrying out paragraphs (1) and (2). (b) Offices of the Secretaries for the Majority and Minority (1) In general Upon the written request of the Secretary for the Majority or the Secretary for the Minority, the Secretary of the Senate shall transfer from the appropriations account appropriated under the subheading  offices of the secretaries for the majority and minority Salaries, Officers and Employees miscellaneous items (2) Authority to incur expenses The Secretary for the Majority or the Secretary for the Minority may incur such expenses as may be necessary or appropriate. Expenses incurred by the Secretary for the Majority or the Secretary for the Minority shall be paid from the amount transferred under paragraph (1) by the Secretary for the Majority or the Secretary for the Minority and upon vouchers approved by the Secretary for the Majority or the Secretary for the Minority, as applicable. (3) Authority to advance sums The Secretary of the Senate may advance such sums as may be necessary to defray expenses incurred in carrying out paragraphs (1) and (2). (c) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2005 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  5 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3169  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 31a2d of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005.  6102. Expense allowance of Majority and Minority Leaders of Senate; expense allowance of Majority and Minority Whips; methods of payment; taxability  Effective fiscal year 1978 and each fiscal year thereafter, the expense allowances of the Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate are increased to $40,000 each fiscal year for each leader: Provided Provided further January 3, 1977 September 30, 1977 Provided further January 3, 1977 ( Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 79 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  109 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 661 Pub. L. 95355, title I Sept. 8, 1978 92 Stat. 532 Pub. L. 9863, title I July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 333 Pub. L. 99514,  2 Oct. 22, 1986 100 Stat. 2095 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1(b)(1) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 349 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  13(a)(1) Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3171  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 31a1 of this title Section is based on the three provisos in paragraph under heading Expense Allowances of the Vice President, Majority and Minority Leaders and Majority and Minority Whips in the appropriation for the Senate in the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1977 ( Pub. L. 9526 Pub. L. 9594 Amendments 2004 Pub. L. 108447 2003 Pub. L. 1087 1986 Pub. L. 99514 1983 Pub. L. 9863 Apr. 1, 1977 1978 Pub. L. 95355 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2004 Amendment Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  13(c) Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3172 The amendments made by this section [amending this section, section 6115 of this title section 6115 of this title Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1(f) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 349 The amendments made by this section [amending this section, sections 6159, 6160, and 6115 of this title, and section 111 of Title 3 SUBCHAPTER II VICE PRESIDENT AND PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE  6111. Compensation of President pro tempore of Senate  Whenever there is no Vice President, the President of the Senate for the time being is entitled to the compensation provided by law for the Vice President. (R.S.  36.)  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 32 of this title R.S.  36 derived from act Aug. 16, 1856, ch. 123,  2 11 Stat. 48  Cross References Compensation of Vice President, see section 104 of Title 3  6112. Compensation of Deputy President pro tempore of Senate  Effective January 5, 1977 ( Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 79  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 32a of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1977.  6113. Appointment and compensation of employees by President pro tempore of Senate  Effective October 1, 1979 Provided ( Pub. L. 9638, title I,  101 July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 111  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61k of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1979. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  6114. Appointment and compensation of Administrative Assistant, Legislative Assistant, and Executive Secretary for Deputy President pro tempore of Senate  Effective April 1, 1977 ( Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 80  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61 l Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1977. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for officers and employees of the Senate under authority of the Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  6115. Expense allowance of President pro tempore of Senate; methods of payment; taxability  Effective with fiscal year 1978 and each fiscal year thereafter, there is hereby authorized an expense allowance for the President Pro Tempore which shall not exceed $40,000 each fiscal year. The President Pro Tempore may receive the expense allowance (1) as reimbursement for actual expenses incurred upon certification and documentation of such expenses by the President Pro Tempore, or (2) in equal monthly payments. Such amounts paid to the President Pro Tempore as reimbursement of actual expenses incurred upon certification and documentation pursuant to this provision, shall not be reported as income, and the expenses so reimbursed shall not be allowed as a deduction, under title 26. ( Pub. L. 95355, title I Sept. 8, 1978 92 Stat. 532 Pub. L. 99514,  2 Oct. 22, 1986 100 Stat. 2095 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1(b)(2) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 349 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  13(a)(2) Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3171  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 32b of this title Amendments 2004 Pub. L. 108447 2003 Pub. L. 1087 1986 Pub. L. 99514 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2004 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 108447 section 13(c) of Pub. L. 108447 section 6102 of this title Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 1087 section 1(f) of Pub. L. 1087 section 6102 of this title Office of the President Pro Tempore Emeritus of the Senate Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  7 Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 350 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3169 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  2 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2221 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  2 Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2525  (a)  Establishment There is established the Office of the President pro tempore emeritus of the Senate. (b)  Designation Any Member of the Senate who (1) is designated by the Senate as the President pro tempore emeritus of the United States Senate; and (2) is serving as a Member of the Senate, shall be the President pro tempore emeritus of the United States Senate. (c)  Appointment and Compensation of Employees The President pro tempore emeritus is authorized to appoint and fix the compensation of such employees as the President pro tempore emeritus determines appropriate. (d)  Expense Allowance There is authorized an expense allowance for the President pro tempore emeritus which shall not exceed $15,000 each fiscal year. The President pro tempore emeritus may receive the expense allowance: (1) as reimbursement for actual expenses incurred upon certification and documentation of such expenses by the President pro tempore emeritus; or (2) in equal monthly payments. Such amounts paid to the President pro tempore emeritus as reimbursement of actual expenses incurred upon certification and documentation under this subsection, shall not be reported as income, and the expenses so reimbursed shall not be allowed as a deduction under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 [ 26 U.S.C. 1 (e)  Effective Date This section shall take effect on the date of enactment of this Act [ Feb. 20, 2003  6116. Special delivery postage allowance for President of Senate  The Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to procure and furnish each fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year ending September 30, 1982 ( Pub. L. 9751,  127(a)(1) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 965  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 42a of this title  6117. Stationery allowance for President of Senate  Effective April 1, 1975 ( July 1, 1941, ch. 268 55 Stat. 450 June 13, 1945, ch. 189 59 Stat. 244 June 14, 1948, ch. 467 62 Stat. 425 Oct. 11, 1951, ch. 485 65 Stat. 391 Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 320 Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 504 Pub. L. 88258, title IV Jan. 6, 1964 77 Stat. 864 Pub. L. 9021, title I May 29, 1967 81 Stat. 38 Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 342 Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 128 Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 635 Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1508 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101(e) July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 Pub. L. 9432, title I June 12, 1975 89 Stat. 182 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  2(a) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 349  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 46a of this title Section is from Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1942, and subsequent Legislative Branch Appropriation Acts. Amendments 2003 Pub. L. 1087 1975 Pub. L. 9432 April 1, 1975 1972 Pub. L. 92607 section 6314 of this title 1971 Pub. L. 92184 Pub. L. 9251 1969 Pub. L. 91145 1967 Pub. L. 9021 1964 Pub. L. 88258 1955Act Aug. 5, 1955 1953Act Aug. 1, 1953 1951Act Oct. 11, 1951 1948Act June 14, 1948 1945Act June 13, 1945 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  2(b) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 349 The amendment made by this section [amending this section] shall apply to fiscal year 2003 and each fiscal year thereafter. Effective Date of 1972 Amendment Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1507 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 Jan. 1, 1973 Additional Allowances The following acts authorized additional stationery allowances for each Senator and the President of the Senate: July 15, 1952, ch. 758 66 Stat. 639 Sept. 27, 1950, ch. 1052 64 Stat. 1047 Oct. 10, 1949, ch. 662 63 Stat. 738 May 10, 1948, ch. 270 62 Stat. 213 May 1, 1947, ch. 49 61 Stat. 58 July 23, 1946, ch. 591 60 Stat. 602 Dec. 28, 1945, ch. 589 59 Stat. 633  6118. Long-distance telephone calls for Vice President  Commencing January 20, 1949 ( May 24, 1949, ch. 138 63 Stat. 77  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 46d1 of this title SUBCHAPTER III MAJORITY AND MINORITY LEADERS AND WHIPS  6131. Appointment of employees by Senate Majority and Minority Leaders; compensation  Effective April 1, 1977 Provided ( Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 80  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61h4 of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1977. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Managing Political Fund Activity Pub. L. 11694, div. P, title XVII,  1701 Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 3220 The Majority Leader and the Minority Leader may each designate up to 2 employees of their respective leadership office staff as designees referred to in the second sentence of paragraph 1 of rule XLI of the Standing Rules of the Senate. Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  6132. Assistants to Senate Majority and Minority Leaders for Floor Operations; establishment of positions; appointment; compensation  Effective October 1, 1983 ( Pub. L. 9851, title I,  101(a) July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 265  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61h5 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1984, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1984. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  6133. Chiefs of Staff for Senate Majority and Minority Leaders; appointment; compensation (a) There is established within the Offices of the Majority and Minority Leaders the positions of Chief of Staff for the Majority Leader and Chief of Staff for the Minority Leader, respectively. Individuals appointed to such positions by the Majority Leader and Minority Leader, respectively, shall receive compensation at a rate fixed by the appropriate Leader. (b) Gross compensation for employees filling positions established by subsection (a) for the fiscal year ending September 30, 1987 ( Pub. L. 101163, title I,  9 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1046 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(F) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2776  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61h7 of this title Section is based on Senate Resolution No. 89, One Hundredth Congress, Jan. 28, 1987 Pub. L. 101163 Amendments 2019Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 11694 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date Pub. L. 101163, title I,  9 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1046 Jan. 28, 1987  6134. Compensation and appointment of employees by Senate Majority and Minority Whips  Effective April 1, 1977 Provided ( Pub. L. 9526, title I May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 80  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61j2 of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1977. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  6135. Representation Allowance Account for Majority and Minority Leaders of Senate (a) Establishment; purpose There is hereby established an account, within the Senate, to be known as the Representation Allowance Account for the Majority and Minority Leaders. Such Allowance Account shall be used by the Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate to assist them properly to discharge their appropriate responsibilities in the United States to members of foreign legislative bodies and prominent officials of foreign governments and intergovernmental organizations. (b) Payments; allotment; reimbursement for actual expenses; taxability Payments authorized to be made under this section shall be paid by the Secretary of the Senate. Of the funds available for expenditure from such Allowance Account for any fiscal year, one-half shall be allotted to the Majority Leader and one-half shall be allotted to the Minority Leader. Amounts paid from such Allowance Account to the Majority or Minority Leader shall be paid to him from his allotment and shall be paid to him only as reimbursement for actual expenses incurred by him and upon certification and documentation of such expenses. Amounts paid to the Majority or Minority Leader pursuant to this section shall not be reported as income and shall not be allowed as a deduction under title 26. (c) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated for each fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year ending September 30, 1985 ( Pub. L. 9988, title I,  197 Aug. 15, 1985 99 Stat. 350  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 31a2 of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1985.  6136. Transfer of funds from representation allowance of Majority and Minority Leaders of Senate to expense allowance; availability; definitions (a) The Secretary of the Senate shall, upon the written request of the Majority or Minority Leader of the Senate, transfer from any available funds in such Leaders allotment in the Leaders Representation Allowance (as defined in subsection (b)(1)) for any fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year ending September 30, 1985 (b) (1) The term Leaders Representation Allowance means the Representation Allowance Account for the Majority and Minority Leaders established by section 6135 of this title (2) The term Leaders Expense Allowance, when used in reference to the Majority or Minority Leader of the Senate, refers to the moneys available, for any fiscal year, to such Leader as an expense allowance and the appropriation account from which such moneys are funded. ( Pub. L. 10071, title I,  1 July 11, 1987 101 Stat. 422  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 31a2a of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1987.  6137. Transfer of funds from appropriations account of Majority and Minority Leaders of Senate to appropriations account, Miscellaneous Items, within Senate contingent fund (a) Requests for transfers Upon the written request of the Majority or Minority Leader of the Senate, the Secretary of the Senate shall transfer during any fiscal year, from the appropriations account appropriated under the headings Salaries, Officers and Employees and Offices of the Majority and Minority Leaders, such amount as either Leader shall specify to the appropriations account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, Miscellaneous Items. (b) Authority to incur expenses The Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate are each authorized to incur such expenses as may be necessary or appropriate. Expenses incurred by either such leader shall be paid from the amount transferred pursuant to subsection (a) by such leader and upon vouchers approved by such leader. (c) Authority to advance sums The Secretary of the Senate is authorized to advance such sums as may be necessary to defray expenses incurred in carrying out subsections (a) and (b). ( Pub. L. 10227, title II Apr. 10, 1991 105 Stat. 144  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 31a2b of this title Section is from the Dire Emergency Supplemental Appropriations for Consequences of Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm, Food Stamps, Unemployment Compensation Administration, Veterans Compensation and Pensions, and Other Urgent Needs Act of 1991.  6138. Transfer of funds from appropriations account of Majority and Minority Whips of Senate to appropriations account, Miscellaneous Items, within Senate contingent fund (a) Requests for transfers Upon the written request of the Majority or Minority Whip of the Senate, the Secretary of the Senate shall transfer during any fiscal year, from the appropriations account appropriated under the headings  Salaries, Officers and Employees offices of the majority and minority whips miscellaneous items (b) Authority to incur expenses The Majority and Minority Whips of the Senate are each authorized to incur such expenses as may be necessary or appropriate. Expenses incurred by either such whip shall be paid from the amount transferred pursuant to subsection (a) by such whip and upon vouchers approved by such whip. (c) Authority to advance sums The Secretary of the Senate is authorized to advance such sums as may be necessary to defray expenses incurred in carrying out subsections (a) and (b). ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  2 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1180  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 31a2c of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1998, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1998. SUBCHAPTER IV MAJORITY AND MINORITY SECRETARIES, CONFERENCES, AND POLICY COMMITTEES  6151. Compensation of Secretaries for Senate Majority and Minority  The Secretary for the Majority of the Senate (other than the incumbent holding office on April 1, 1977 ( Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 Pub. L. 9526, title I,  102(a) May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 82 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61g of this title Amendments 2019 Pub. L. 11694 Pub. L. 9459,  105 1977 Pub. L. 9526 April 1, 1977 July 1, 1975 July 1, 1975 1975 Pub. L. 9459 July 1, 1975 June 15, 1974 Pub. L. 11694 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date of 1975 Amendment Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 July 1, 1975 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775 Effective Date Section effective July 1, 1974 section 4 of Pub. L. 93371 section 273 of this title Compensation of Incumbent Holding Position of Secretary for the Majority on April 1, 1977 Pub. L. 9526, title I,  102(b) May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 82 The Majority Leader of the Senate is authorized to fix the compensation of the Secretary for the Majority so long as the position is held by the incumbent holding such position on April 1, 1977 1974 Adjustment in Compensation Not To Supersede Adjustments in Compensation or Limitations by President Pro Tempore of the Senate Adjustment in compensation by Pub. L. 93371 section 4 of Pub. L. 93371 section 273 of this title Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title 1964 Increase in Gross Annual Compensation Rates of gross compensation of Secretaries for Senate Majority and Minority, see section 202(f), (g) of Pub. L. 88426, title II Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 414 section 4571 of this title  6152. Appointment and compensation of employees by Secretaries for Senate Majority and Minority; gross compensation  Effective October 1, 1977 Provided ( Pub. L. 9594, title I Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 658  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61g5 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1978, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1978. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  6153. Salaries and expenses for Senate Majority and Minority Policy Committees and Senate Majority and Minority Conference Committees (a) Transfer of funds for Policy Committees (1) The Chairman of the Majority or Minority Policy Committee of the Senate may, during any fiscal year, at his or her election transfer funds from the appropriation account for salaries for the Majority and Minority Policy Committees of the Senate, to the account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, from which expenses are payable for such committees. (2) The Chairman of the Majority or Minority Policy Committee of the Senate may, during any fiscal year, at his or her election transfer funds from the appropriation account for expenses, within the contingent fund of the Senate, for the Majority and Minority Policy Committees of the Senate, to the account from which salaries are payable for such committees. (b) Transfer of funds for Conference Committees (1) The Chairman of the Majority or Minority Conference Committee of the Senate may, during any fiscal year, at his or her election transfer funds from the appropriation account for salaries for the Majority and Minority Conference Committees of the Senate, to the account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, from which expenses are payable for such committees. (2) The Chairman of the Majority or Minority Conference Committee of the Senate may, during any fiscal year, at his or her election transfer funds from the appropriation account for expenses, within the contingent fund of the Senate, for the Majority and Minority Conference Committees of the Senate, to the account from which salaries are payable for such committees. (c) Transfer of funds by Chaplain of the Senate (1) The Chaplain of the Senate may, during any fiscal year, at the election of the Chaplain of the Senate, transfer funds from the appropriation account for salaries for the Office of the Chaplain of the Senate to the account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, from which expenses are payable for the Office of the Chaplain. (2) The Chaplain of the Senate may, during any fiscal year, at the election of the Chaplain of the Senate, transfer funds from the appropriation account for expenses, within the contingent fund of the Senate, for the Office of the Chaplain to the account from which salaries are payable for the Office of the Chaplain of the Senate. (d) Availability of transferred funds Any funds transferred under this section shall be (1) available for expenditure by such committee or the Office of the Chaplain of the Senate, as the case may be, in like manner and for the same purposes as are other moneys which are available for expenditure by such committee or the Office of the Chaplain of the Senate, as the case may be, from the account to which the funds were transferred; and (2) made at such time or times as the Chairman or the Chaplain of the Senate, as the case may be, shall specify in writing to the Senate Disbursing Office. (e) Notification to Committee on Appropriations The Chairman of a committee or the Chaplain of the Senate, as the case may be, transferring funds under this section shall notify the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate of the transfer. ( Pub. L. 101520, title I,  1 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2257 Pub. L. 10290, title I,  1(a) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 450 Pub. L. 10453, title I,  7[(a)] Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 518 Pub. L. 114113, div. I, title I,  2 Dec. 18, 2015 129 Stat. 2657  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61g6a of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1991, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1991. Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation acts: Pub. L. 101163, title I,  1 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1044 Pub. L. 100458, title I,  1 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2161 Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  7] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Amendments 2015Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 114113,  2(2) Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 114113,  2(1) Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 114113,  2(3)(A) Subsec. (d)(2). Pub. L. 114113,  2(3)(B) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 114113,  2(1) 1995 Pub. L. 10453 September 30, 1991 section 61g6 of this title section 61g6 of this title 1991 Pub. L. 10290 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1995 Amendment Pub. L. 10453, title I,  7(b) Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 518 The amendment made by this section [amending this section] shall take effect on October 1, 1995 Effective Date of 1991 Amendment Pub. L. 10290, title I,  1(b) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 450 Subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect on October 1, 1991  6154. Offices of the Secretaries of the Conference of the Majority and the Conference of the Minority (a) In general Upon the written request of the Secretary of the Conference of the Majority or the Secretary of the Conference of the Minority, the Secretary of the Senate shall transfer from the appropriations account appropriated under the subheading  offices of the secretaries of the conference of the majority and the conference of the minority Salaries, Officers and Employees miscellaneous items (b) Authority to incur expenses The Secretary of the Conference of the Majority or the Secretary of the Conference of the Minority may incur such expenses as may be necessary or appropriate. Expenses incurred by the Secretary of the Conference of the Majority or the Secretary of the Conference of the Minority shall be paid from the amount transferred under subsection (a) by the Secretary of the Conference of the Majority or the Secretary of the Conference of the Minority and upon vouchers approved by the Secretary of the Conference of the Majority or the Secretary of the Conference of the Minority, as applicable. (c) Authority to advance sums The Secretary of the Senate may advance such sums as may be necessary to defray expenses incurred in carrying out subsections (a) and (b). (d) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2008 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  3 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2221  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61g6b of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2008, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Senate Democratic Leadership Offices Funding and Authorities Pub. L. 116260, div. I, title I,  104 Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 1631 Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  103(a) Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4917  (a) In this section (1) the term applicable conference means the majority or minority conference of the Senate, as applicable, that represents the Democratic party; (2) the term covered Congress means the 118th Congress; (3) the term covered period means the period beginning on the date on which the Secretary of the applicable conference submits the letter described in subsection (b) and ending on January 7, 2025 (4) the term designated officer of the applicable conference means the member of the leadership of the applicable conference to whom the duties and authorities of the Secretary of the applicable conference are assigned under subsection (b). (b) The Secretary of the applicable conference may, by submission of a letter to the Disbursing Office of the Senate on or after January 3, 2023 (1) The authority over any amounts made available for the Office of the Secretary of the applicable conference. (2) The duties and authorities of the Secretary of the applicable conference under section 3 of title I of division H of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008 ( 2 U.S.C. 6154 2 U.S.C. 6156 (c) For purposes of any individual employed by the office of the designated officer of the applicable conference during the covered period (1) any reference to the Office of the Secretary of the applicable conference in the last sentence of section 506(e) of the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1973 ( 2 U.S.C. 6314(e) (2) any reference to the Office of the Secretary of the applicable conference under subsection (b) of the first section of S. Res. 458 (98th Congress) shall be deemed to refer to the office of the designated officer of the applicable conference; and (3) any reference to the Secretary of the applicable conference under section 207(e)(9)(M) of title 18 (d) For purposes of any individual employed by the office of the designated officer of the applicable conference during the covered period and with respect to any practice that occurs during the covered period, any reference to the Office of the Secretary of the applicable conference under section 220(e)(2)(C) of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1351(e)(2)(C) (e) Nothing in this section shall be construed to have any effect on the continuation of any procedure or action initiated under the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 ( 2 U.S.C. 1301 section 207 of title 18 [ Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  103(b) Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4918 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending section 104 of Pub. L. 116260 January 3, 2023  6155. Payment of expenses of Conference of Majority and Conference of Minority from Senate contingent fund  For each fiscal year (beginning with the fiscal year which ends September 30, 1982 ( Pub. L. 9751,  120 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 965 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 Pub. L. 99151, title I,  1 Nov. 13, 1985 99 Stat. 794 Pub. L. 101163, title I Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1043 Pub. L. 101520, title I Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2256 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  105(a) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 568 Pub. L. 10883, title I,  2(a) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1010  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61g6 of this title The 1982 amendment by Pub. L. 97276 Sept. 22, 1982 section 101(e) of Pub. L. 97276 Amendments 2003 Pub. L. 10883 2001 Pub. L. 10768 1990 Pub. L. 101520 1989 Pub. L. 101163 1985 Pub. L. 99151 1982 Pub. L. 97276 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 10883, title I,  2(b) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1010 This section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2004, and each fiscal year thereafter. Effective Date of 2001 Amendment Pub. L. 10768, title I,  105(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 568 This section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each fiscal year thereafter. Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Pub. L. 101520, title I Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2256 Pub. L. 101520 Sept. 30, 1990 Effective Date of 1989 Amendment Pub. L. 101163, title I Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1043 Pub. L. 101163 Sept. 30, 1989 Effective Date of 1982 Amendment Section 105 of S. 2939, Ninety-seventh Congress, 2d Session, as reported Sept. 22, 1982 section 101(e) of Pub. L. 97276 Sept. 30, 1981  6156. Appointment and compensation of employees by Secretary of Conference of Majority of Senate and Secretary of Conference of Minority of Senate  Effective October 1, 1979 Provided ( Pub. L. 9638, title I,  102 July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 111  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61g4 of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1979. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  6157. Services of consultants to Majority and Minority Conference Committee of Senate (a) Authorization of expenditure with approval of Committee on Rules and Administration Funds authorized to be expended under section 6155 of this title (b) Procurement by contract or employment Such services in the case of individuals or organizations may be procured by contract as independent contractors, or in the case of individuals, by employment at daily rates of compensation not in excess of the per diem equivalent of the highest gross rate of compensation which may be paid to a regular employee of such committee. Such contracts shall not be subject to the provisions of section 6101 of title 41 (c) Selection of consultant or organization by Conference Committee chairman Any such consultant or organization shall be selected for the Majority or Minority Conference Committee of the Senate by the chairman thereof. ( Pub. L. 9988, title I,  195 Aug. 15, 1985 99 Stat. 349 Pub. L. 104197, title I,  1 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2396  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61g7 of this title In subsec. (b),  section 6101 of title 41 section 5 of title 41 Pub. L. 111350,  6(c) Jan. 4, 2011 124 Stat. 3854 Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1985. Amendments 1996Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 104197  6158. Utilization of funds for specialized training of professional staff for Majority and Minority Conference Committee of Senate  Funds appropriated to the Conference of the Majority and funds appropriated to the Conference of the Minority for any fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year ending September 30, 1991 ( Pub. L. 101520, title I,  2 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2257  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61g8 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1991, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1991. Prior Provisions Provisions relating to utilization of funds for specific fiscal year for specialized training of professional staff for Majority and Minority Conference Committee of Senate were contained in the following prior appropriation acts: Pub. L. 101163, title I,  2 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1044 Pub. L. 100458, title I,  2 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2161 Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290  6159. Expense allowance for Chairmen of Majority and Minority Conference Committees of Senate; method of payment; taxability  For each fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year ending September 30, 1985 ( Pub. L. 9988, title I Aug. 15, 1985 99 Stat. 348 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1(d) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 349  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 31a3 of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1985. Amendments 2003 Pub. L. 1087 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 1087 section 1(f) of Pub. L. 1087 section 6102 of this title  6160. Expense allowance for Chairmen of Majority and Minority Policy Committees of Senate; method of payment; taxability  For each fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year ending September 30, 2001 ( Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  5] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  1(e) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 349  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 31a4 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 2001, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2001. Amendments 2003 Pub. L. 1087 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 1087 section 1(f) of Pub. L. 1087 section 6102 of this title CHAPTER 63 SENATE MEMBERS    SUBCHAPTER IMEMBER PAY  Sec.  6301. Senators salaries.  6302. Salaries of Senators.  SUBCHAPTER IIEMPLOYEES, EXPENSES, AND ALLOWANCES  6311. Organizational expenses of Senator-elect.  6312. Clerks to Senators-elect.  6313. Senators Official Personnel and Office Expense Account.  6314. Mail, telegraph, telephone, stationery, office supplies, and home State office and travel expenses for Senators.  6315. Telecommunications services for Senators; payment of costs out of contingent fund.  6316. United States Code Annotated or United States Code Service; procurement for Senators.  6317. Home State office space for Senators; lease of office space.  6318. Additional home State office space for Senators; declaration of disaster or emergency.  6319. Transportation of official records and papers to a Senators State.  6320. Purchase of office equipment or furnishings by Senators. SUBCHAPTER I MEMBER PAY  6301. Senators salaries  Senators elected, whose term of office begins on the 3d day of January, and whose credentials in due form of law shall have been presented in the Senate, may receive their compensation from the beginning of their term. ( June 19, 1934, ch. 648 48 Stat. 1022 Pub. L. 9751,  112(b)(2) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 963  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 33 of this title Amendments 1981 Pub. L. 9751 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1981 Amendment Pub. L. 9751,  112(e) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 963 The amendments and repeals made by this section [enacting section 5303 of this title  6302. Salaries of Senators  Salaries of Senators appointed to fill vacancies in the Senate shall commence on the day of their appointment and continue until their successors are elected and qualified: Provided Salaries of Senators elected during a session to succeed appointees shall commence on the day they qualify: Provided When no appointments have been made the salaries of Senators elected to fill such vacancies shall commence on the day following their election. ( Feb. 10, 1923, ch. 68 42 Stat. 1225 Feb. 6, 1931, ch. 111 46 Stat. 1065 June 19, 1934, ch. 648 48 Stat. 1022 Feb. 13, 1935, ch. 6,  1 49 Stat. 22  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 36 of this title Prior Provisions Prior similar provisions were contained in act July 31, 1894, ch. 174 28 Stat. 162 R.S.  51. Amendments 1935Act Feb. 13, 1935 1934Act June 19, 1934 1931Act Feb. 6, 1931 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Constitutional Provisions The first section of amendment XX to the Constitution provides in part: * * * the terms of Senators and Representatives [shall end] at noon on the 3d day of January, of the years in which such terms would have ended if this article had not been ratified; and the terms of their successors shall then begin. SUBCHAPTER II EMPLOYEES, EXPENSES, AND ALLOWANCES  6311. Organizational expenses of Senator-elect (a) Appointment of employees by Secretary of Senate to assist; termination of employment Upon the recommendation of a Senator-elect (other than an incumbent Senator or a Senator elected to fill a vacancy), the Secretary of the Senate shall appoint two employees to assist such Senator-elect. Any employee so appointed shall serve through the day before the date on which the Senator-elect recommending his appointment commences his service as a Senator, except that his employment may be terminated before such day upon recommendation of such Senator-elect. (b) Payment of salaries of appointed employees; funding; maximum amount (1) Salaries of employees appointed under subsection (a) shall be paid from the appropriation for Administrative, Clerical, and Legislative Assistance to Senators. (2) Salaries paid to employees appointed upon recommendation of a Senator-elect under subsection (a) shall be charged against the amount of compensation which may be paid to employees in his office under section 4575(d) of this title section 4575(d)(1)(B) of this title (c) Payment of transportation and per diem expenses of Senator-elect and appointed employees for one round trip from home State to Washington, D.C. for business of impending Congress; funding; maximum amount Each Senator-elect and each employee appointed under subsection (a) is authorized one round trip from the home State of the Senator-elect to Washington, D.C., and return, for the purposes of attending conferences, caucuses, or organizational meetings, or for any other official business connected with the impending Congress. In addition, each Senator-elect and each such employee is authorized per diem for not more than seven days while en route to and from Washington, D.C., and while in Washington, D.C. Such transportation and per diem expenses shall be in the same amounts as are payable to Senators and employees in the office of a Senator under section 6314(e) of this title (d) Payment of telegrams, telephone services, and stationery expenses (1) Each Senator-elect is authorized to be reimbursed for expenses incurred for telegrams, telephone services, and stationery related to his position as a Senator-elect in an amount not exceeding one-twelfth of the total amount of expenses authorized to be paid to or on behalf of a Senator from the State which he will represent under section 6314 of this title (2) Amounts reimbursed to a Senator-elect under this subsection shall be charged against the amount of expenses which are authorized to be paid to him or on his behalf under section 6314 of this title section 6314(c) of this title (e) Effective Date This section shall take effect on October 1, 1978 ( Pub. L. 95355, title I,  105 Sept. 8, 1978 92 Stat. 534 Pub. L. 104197, title I,  2 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2397  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 43d of this title Amendments 1996Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 104197 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Senators Official Personnel and Office Expense Account References in any law, rule, regulation, or order to Senate appropriation account for Administrative, Clerical, and Legislative Assistance Allowance to Senators deemed references to the Senators Official Personnel and Office Expense Account, see section 6313(2) of this title  6312. Clerks to Senators-elect  A Senator entitled to receive his own salary may appoint the usual clerical assistants allowed Senators. ( Mar. 2, 1895, ch. 177,  1 28 Stat. 766 Feb. 20, 1923, ch. 98 42 Stat. 1266 June 19, 1934, ch. 648 48 Stat. 1022  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 67 of this title Amendments 1934Act June 19, 1934  6313. Senators Official Personnel and Office Expense Account (1) Effective January 1, 1988 (2) The Senators Account shall be used for the funding of all items, activities, and expenses which, immediately prior to January 1, 1988 January 1, 1988 (3) (A) Effective on January 1, 1988 September 30, 1988 January 1, 1988 September 30, 1988 (B) Any of the funds transferred to the Senators Account from the Senators Clerk Hire Allowance Account pursuant to subparagraph (A) which, prior to such transfer, had been obligated, but not expended, for any authorized item, activity, or expense, shall be available to pay for such item, activity, or expense in like manner as if such transfer had not been made. (4) On January 1, 1988 January 1, 1988 September 30, 1988 (5) Vouchers shall not be required for the disbursement, from the Senators Account, of salaries of employees in the office of a Senator. (6) Effective on and after October 1, 1997 ( Pub. L. 100137,  1(a) Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 10555, title I,  3(b) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1180  Editorial Notes  References in Text This section, referred to in pars. (1) and (2), means section 1 of Pub. L. 100137 Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 814 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 58c of this title Amendments 1997Par. (6). Pub. L. 10555 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Construction of 1997 Amendment Pub. L. 10555, title I,  3(d) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1180 Nothing in this section [amending this section and section 6314 of this title section 58c1 of this title section 58c1 of this title  6314. Mail, telegraph, telephone, stationery, office supplies, and home State office and travel expenses for Senators (a) Authorization for payment from Senate contingent fund The contingent fund of the Senate is made available for payment (including reimbursement) to or on behalf of each Senator, upon certification of the Senator, for the following expenses incurred by the Senator and his staff: (1) telecommunications equipment and services subject to such regulations as may be promulgated by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate; (2) (A) stationery and other office supplies procured for use for official business, and (B) metered charges for use of copying equipment provided by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate; (3) [(A) Repealed. Pub. L. 101520, title I,  11 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2260 (4) official office expenses incurred (other than for equipment and furniture and expenses described in paragraphs (1) through (3)) for an office in his home State; (5) expenses incurred for publications printed or recorded in any way for auditory and visual use (including subscriptions to books, newspapers, magazines, clipping, and other information services); (6) subject to the provisions of subsection (e) of this section, reimbursement of travel expenses incurred by the Senator and employees in his office; (7) expenses incurred for additional office equipment and services related thereto (but not including personal services), in accordance with regulations promulgated by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate; (8) charges officially incurred for recording and photographic services and products; and (9) such other official expenses as the Senator determines to be necessary. Payment under this section shall be made only upon presentation of itemized vouchers for expenses incurred and, in the case of expenses paid or reimbursed under paragraphs (6) and (9), only upon presentation of detailed itemized vouchers for such expenses. Vouchers presented for payment under this section shall be accompanied by such documentation as is required under regulations promulgated by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. No payment shall be made under paragraph (4) or (9) for any expense incurred for entertainment or meals. (b) Limits for authorized expenses; recalculation formula (1) (A) Except as is otherwise provided in the succeeding paragraphs of this subsection and subject to subparagraph (B) of this paragraph, the total amount of expenses authorized to be paid to or on behalf of a Senator under this section shall not exceed for calendar year 1977 or any calendar year thereafter an amount equal to one-half of the sum of the amounts authorized to be paid under this section on the day before August 5, 1977 (B) In the event that the term of office of a Senator begins after the first month of any such calendar year or ends (except by reason of death, resignation, or expulsion) before the last month of any such calendar year, the aggregate amount available to such Senator for such year shall be the aggregate amount computed under paragraph (1) of this subsection, divided by 12, and multiplied by the number of months in such year which are included in the Senators term of office, counting any fraction of a month as a full month. (2) (A) In the case of the period which commences January 1, 1988 September 30, 1988 (i) the expenses paid to or on behalf of a Senator under this section for such period, plus (ii) the aggregate amount of gross compensation which is paid to employees in the office of such Senator for such period (as determined for purposes of section 4575(d) of this title shall not exceed the aggregate of (iii) subject to subparagraph (B), an amount equal to 75 percent of the amount of the authorized expenses under this section for the calendar year ending December 31, 1987 (iv) the amount by which (I) the aggregate of the gross compensation which may be paid to employees in the office of such Senator for the fiscal year ending September 30, 1988 section 4575(d) of this title January 1, 1988 (B) In the event that the term of office of a Senator begins after the first month of the period which commences January 1, 1988 September 30, 1988 (3) (A) In the case of the fiscal year beginning October 1, 1988 (i) the expenses paid to or on behalf of a Senator under this section for such fiscal year, plus (ii) the aggregate amount of gross compensation which is paid to employees in the office of such Senator for such fiscal year (as determined for purposes of section 4575(d) of this title shall not exceed the aggregate of (iii) subject to subparagraph (B) (I) in case the Senator represents Alabama, $116,300, Alaska, $221,600, Arizona, $128,975, Arkansas, $118,250, California, $168,950, Colorado, $124,100, Connecticut, $105,575, Delaware, $95,825, Florida, $120,200, Georgia, $116,300, Hawaii, $245,000, Idaho, $128,000, Illinois, $138,725, Indiana, $116,300, Iowa, $119,225, Kansas, $119,225, Kentucky, $115,325, Louisiana, $120,200, Maine, $110,450, Maryland, $100,700, Massachusetts, $114,350, Michigan, $124,100, Minnesota, $120,200, Mississippi, $118,250, Missouri, $121,175, Montana, $128,000, Nebraska, $120,200, Nevada, $129,950, New Hampshire, $106,550, New Jersey, $110,450, New Mexico, $125,075, New York, $145,550, North Carolina, $112,400, North Dakota, $119,225, Ohio, $129,950, Oklahoma, $123,125, Oregon, $132,875, Pennsylvania, $128,975, Rhode Island, $104,600, South Carolina, $110,450, South Dakota, $120,200, Tennessee, $116,300, Texas, $149,450, Utah, $128,000, Vermont, $105,575, Virginia, $106,550, Washington, $135,800, West Virginia, $105,575, Wisconsin, $119,225, Wyoming, $123,125, plus (II) the amount that is equal to the Senators share for the fiscal year, as determined in accordance with regulations of the Committee on Rules and Administration, of the amount made available within the Senators Official Personnel and Office Expense Account in the contingent fund of the Senate for official mail expenses of Senators, plus (iv) the aggregate of the gross compensation which may be paid to employees in the office of such Senator for such fiscal year, under the limitations imposed by section 4575(d) of this title (B) In the event that the term of office of a Senator begins after the first month of any such fiscal year or ends (except by reason of death, resignation, or expulsion) before the last month of any such fiscal year, the amount referred to in subparagraph (A)(iii)(I) shall be recalculated as follows: such amount, as computed under subparagraph (iii), shall be divided by 12, and multiplied by the number of months in such year which are included in the Senators term of office, counting any fraction of a month as a full month; and the amount referred to in subparagraph (A)(iii)(II) shall be recalculated in accordance with regulations of the Committee on Rules and Administration. (c) Repealed. Pub. L. 9751,  122 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 965 (d) Repealed. Pub. L. 93371,  101(3)(e) Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 (e) Transportation, essential travel-related expenses, and per diem expenses; coverage; limitations; amounts Subject to and in accordance with regulations promulgated by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, a Senator and the employees in his office shall be reimbursed under this section for travel expenses incurred by the Senator or employee while traveling on official business within the United States. The term travel expenses includes actual transportation expenses, essential travel-related expenses, and, where applicable, per diem expenses (but not in excess of actual expenses). A Senator or an employee of the Senator shall not be reimbursed for any travel expenses (other than actual transportation expenses) for any travel occurring during the sixty days immediately before the date of any primary or general election (whether regular, special, or runoff) in which the Senator is a candidate for public office (within the meaning of section 30101(b) 1 1 (f) Omitted (g) Closing of deceased Senators State offices In the case of the death of any Senator, the chairman of the Committee on Rules and Administration may certify for such deceased Senator for any portion of such sum already obligated but not certified to at the time of such Senators death, and for any additional amount which may be reasonably needed for the purpose of closing such deceased Senators State offices, for payment to the person or persons designated as entitled to such payment by such chairman. (h) Individuals serving on panels or other bodies recommending nominees for Federal judgeships, service academies, United States Attorneys, or United States Marshals For purposes of subsections (a) and (e), an individual who is selected by a Senator to serve on a panel or other body to make recommendations for nominees to one or more Federal judgeships or to one or more service academies or one or more positions of United States Attorney or United States Marshal shall be considered to be an employee in the office of that Senator with respect to travel and official expenses incurred in performing duties as a member of such panel or other body, and shall be reimbursed (A) for actual transportation expenses and per diem expenses (but not exceeding actual travel expenses) incurred while traveling in performing such duties within the Senators home State or between that State and Washington, District of Columbia, and each of the service academies, (B) for official expenses incurred in performing such duties. For purposes of this subsection and subsection (a), official expenses means expenses of the type for which reimbursement may be made to an employee in the office of a Senator when traveling on business of a committee of which that Senator is a member, and, for accounting purposes, such expenses shall be treated as expenses for which reimbursement may be made under subsection (a)(4). (i) Authorization of Secretary of Senate to pay reimbursable expenses Whenever a Senator or an employee in his office has incurred an expense for which reimbursement may be made under this section, the Secretary of the Senate is authorized to make payment to that Senator or employee for the expense incurred, subject to the same terms and conditions as apply to reimbursement of the expense under this section. (j) Advances from Senate contingent fund for travel expenses for official business trips; vouchers; settlement Whenever a Senator or employee of his office plans an official business trip with respect to which reimbursement for travel expenses is authorized under the preceding provisions of section (a), the Senator (or such an employee who has been designated by the Senator to do so) may, prior to the commencement of such trip and in accordance with applicable regulations of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, obtain from any moneys in the contingent fund of the Senate which are available to him for purposes specified in subsection (a)(6) of this section, such advance sum as he shall certify (and be accountable for), to the Secretary of the Senate, to be necessary to defray some or all of the expenses to be incurred on such trip which expenses are reimbursable under the preceding provisions of this section. The receipt by any Senator for any sum so advanced to him or his order out of the contingent fund of the Senate by the Secretary of the Senate shall be taken and passed by the accounting officers of the Government as a full and sufficient voucher; but it shall be the duty of such Senator (or employee of his office, as the case may be), as soon as practicable, to furnish to the Secretary of the Senate a detailed voucher of the expenses incurred for the travel with respect to which the sum was so advanced, and make settlement with respect to such sum. ( Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 15051507 Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 532 Pub. L. 93371,  3(e) Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 Pub. L. 9459, title I,  103 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 274 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  112(a) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 663 Pub. L. 95240, title II,  208 Mar. 7, 1978 92 Stat. 117 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 9719 July 6, 1981 95 Stat. 103 Pub. L. 9751,  122 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 965 Pub. L. 97257, title I,  104(a) Sept. 10, 1982 96 Stat. 849 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 Pub. L. 9851, title I,  102 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 266 Pub. L. 98181, title I,  1204(a) Nov. 30, 1983 97 Stat. 1290 Pub. L. 9965,  1(a) July 12, 1985 99 Stat. 163 Pub. L. 100137,  1(b) Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 815 Pub. L. 100458, title I Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2162 Pub. L. 101163, title I,  5(a) Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1045 Pub. L. 101520, title I Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 22582260 Pub. L. 10290, title I,  7(a) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 451 Pub. L. 10555, title I,  3(a) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1180 Pub. L. 105275, title I,  1 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2432 Pub. L. 10657, title I,  1[(a)] Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 410  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 58 of this title Section consists of subsecs. (a) to (j) of section 506 of Pub. L. 92607 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 l Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 Subsec. (f) related to a reduction of allowances for fiscal year 1973. The 1982 amendments by Pub. L. 97276 Sept. 22, 1982 section 101(e) of Pub. L. 97276 Amendments 1999Subsec. (b)(3)(A)(iii). Pub. L. 10657,  1[(a)] Subsec. (b)(3)(B). Pub. L. 10657,  1(b) 1998Subsec. (b)(3)(A)(iii). Pub. L. 105275,  1(a) Subsec. (b)(3)(B). Pub. L. 105275,  1(b) 1997Subsec. (b)(3)(A)(iii). Pub. L. 10555 1991Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10290,  7(a)(1) Subsec. (a)(3) to (5), (7) to (9). Pub. L. 10290,  7(a)(2) 1990Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 101520,  4(c) Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 101520,  311(h)(2) Pub. L. 101163 Pub. L. 101520,  311(h)(2) Pub. L. 101520,  11 Subsec. (b)(3)(A)(iii). Pub. L. 101520,  8 Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 101520,  9(a) 1989Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 101163 1988Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 100458,  13 Subsec. (a)(9). Pub. L. 100458 January 1, 1988 September 30, 1988 October 1, 1988 1987Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 100137,  1(b)(1) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 100137,  1(b)(2) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 100137,  1(b)(4) Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 100137,  1(b)(3) Subsec. (j). Pub. L. 100137,  1(b)(5) 1985Subsec. (a)(6). Pub. L. 9965 1983Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 98181 Pub. L. 9851 1982Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 97276 Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 97257 Subsec. (j). Pub. L. 97276 1981Subsec. (a)(9). Pub. L. 9719 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 9751 1980Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 96304,  103 Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 96304,  102(a) section 5702 of title 5 Subsec. (h)(1). Pub. L. 96304,  104 Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 96304,  101 1978Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 95240 Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 95391 1977Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 9594,  112(a) Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 9594,  112(b) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 9594,  112(c) section 72a1c of this title 1975Subsec. (a)(8). Pub. L. 9459,  103(1) Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 9459,  103(2) June 12, 1975 1974Subsec. (a)(4). Pub. L. 93371 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 93371 Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 93371 1973Subsec. (a)(7). Pub. L. 93145 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1999 Amendment Pub. L. 10657, title I,  1[(a)] Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 410 Oct. 1, 1999 Pub. L. 10657, title I,  1(c) Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 411 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply to any fiscal year which begins on or after October 1, 1999 Effective Date of 1998 Amendment Pub. L. 105275, title I,  1(a) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2432 Oct. 1, 1998 Effective Date of 1997 Amendment Pub. L. 10555, title I,  3(a) Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1180 Oct. 1, 1997 Effective Date of 1991 Amendment Pub. L. 10290, title I,  7(c) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 451 The amendments made by subsections (a) and (b) [amending this section and section 6317 of this title October 1, 1991 Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Pub. L. 101520, title I,  4(d) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2258 The provisions of subsections (a) and (b) [enacting section 6624 of this title October 1, 1990 Pub. L. 101520, title I,  8 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2259 October 1, 1990 Pub. L. 101520, title I,  9(b) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2260 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall be effective in the case of expenses incurred after September 30, 1989 Amendment by section 311(h)(2) of Pub. L. 101520 section 503(i) of this title Effective Date of 1988 Amendment Pub. L. 100458, title I Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2162 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall be effective only in the case of expenses incurred on or after October 1, 1988 Effective Date of 1987 Amendment Pub. L. 100137,  1(b)(1) Oct. 21, 1987 101 Stat. 815818 Jan. 1, 1988 Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Pub. L. 9965,  2 July 12, 1985 99 Stat. 163 The amendments made by this Act [amending this section and section 6315 of this title July 12, 1985 Effective Date of 1983 Amendment Pub. L. 98181, title I,  1204(b) Nov. 30, 1983 97 Stat. 1290 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall be effective in the case of expenses incurred or charges imposed on or after October 1, 1983 Effective Date of 1982 Amendments Section 103(b) of S. 2939, as reported Sept. 22, 1982 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall be effective with respect to calendar years after the calendar year 1982. Section 106(b) of S. 2939, as reported Sept. 22, 1982 Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 The amendments made by subsection (a) of this section [amending this section] shall take effect January 1, 1983 Pub. L. 97257, title I,  104(b) Sept. 10, 1982 96 Stat. 849 The amendment made by subsection (a) of this section [amending this section] shall be effective on and after January 1, 1982 Effective Date of 1981 Amendment Pub. L. 9751,  122 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 965 Jan. 1, 1982 Effective Date of 1980 Amendment Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Oct. 1, 1979 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  103 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Feb. 1, 1980 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  104 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 Jan. 1, 1980 Effective Date of 1978 Amendments Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(b) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect on January 1, 1978 Pub. L. 95240, title II,  208 Mar. 7, 1978 92 Stat. 117 Aug. 5, 1977 Effective Date of 1977 Amendment Pub. L. 9594, title I,  112(f) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 665 The amendments made by subsections (a), (c), (d), and (e) [amending this section and sections 6317 and 6513 of this title] shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act [ Aug. 5, 1977 January 1, 1977 Effective Date of 1974 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 93371 July 1, 1974 section 6317(g) of this title Effective Date of 1973 Amendment Pub. L. 93145,  101 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 532 Pub. L. 93145 Jan. 1, 1973 Senate Democratic Leadership Offices Funding and Authorities Reference to the Office of the Secretary of the majority or minority conference of the Senate, as applicable, that represents the Democratic party deemed to be a reference to the Office of the Assistant Leader of the applicable conference, under certain conditions during the 117th Congress, see section 104 of div. I of Pub. L. 116260 section 6154 of this title Increase in Certain Authorized Expense Limits Effective October 1, 1994 For provisions increasing each of the figures contained in subsec. (b)(3)(A)(iii) of this section by $50,000 effective Oct. 1, 1994 section 5 of Pub. L. 103283 section 3210 of Title 39 Decrease in Certain Authorized Expense Limits Effective October 1, 1993 Pub. L. 10369, title I,  2 Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 695 Effective on and after October 1, 1993 2 U.S.C. 58(b)(3)(A)(iii) 2 U.S.C. 6314(b)(3)(A)(iii) Payment to United States Postal Service for Postage, Fees, and Charges Pub. L. 101163, title I,  5(b) Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1045 Receipts paid to the Sergeant at Arms from sales of postage on, and fees and charges in connection with mail matter sent through the mail by Senators, Senate committees, or other Senate offices (including joint committees and commissions funded from the contingent fund of the Senate), other than under the franking privilege, as cash or check payments directly from such Senators, committees, or offices, or as reimbursement from the Financial Clerk of the Senate pursuant to certification by the Sergeant at Arms of charges to be made to such funds available to such Senators, committees, or offices for such postage, fees and charges shall be used by the Sergeant at Arms for payment to the United States Postal Service for such postage, fees, and charges.  6315. Telecommunications services for Senators; payment of costs out of contingent fund  The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate shall furnish each Senator local and long-distance telecommunications services in Washington, District of Columbia, and in such Senators State in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration; and the costs of such service shall be paid out of the contingent fund of the Senate from moneys made available to him for that purpose. ( Pub. L. 98181, title I,  1205(a) Nov. 30, 1983 97 Stat. 1290 Pub. L. 9965,  1(b) July 12, 1985 99 Stat. 163 Pub. L. 99439 Oct. 2, 1986 100 Stat. 1085  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 58a of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1984. Amendments 1986 Pub. L. 99439 1985 Pub. L. 9965 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1985 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 9965 July 12, 1985 section 2 of Pub. L. 9965 section 6314 of this title Payment for Telecommunications Service Pub. L. 10453, title I,  5 Nov. 19, 1995 109 Stat. 517 Pub. L. 104197, title I,  4(a) Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2397 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  104(a) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 568  (a) Any payment for local and long distance telecommunications service provided to any user shall cover the total invoiced amount, including any amount relating to separately identified toll calls, and shall be charged to the appropriation for the fiscal year in which the underlying base service period covered by the invoice begins. (b) As used in subsection (a), the term user means a Senator, an Officer of the Senate, and any office, committee, or other entity the funds of which are disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate. [ Pub. L. 10768, title I,  104(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 568 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending section 5 of Pub. L. 10453 October 1, 2001 [ Pub. L. 104197, title I,  4(b) Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2397 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending section 5 of Pub. L. 10453 October 1, 1996  6316. United States Code Annotated or United States Code Service; procurement for Senators In lieu of the volumes of the Code of Laws of the United States, and the supplements thereto, supplied a Senator under section 212 of title 1 (1) one copy of each of the volumes of the United States Code Annotated being published at the time the Senator takes office, and, as long as that Senator holds office, one copy of each replacement volume, each annual pocket part, and each pamphlet supplementing each such pocket part to the United States Code Annotated; or (2) one copy of each of the volumes of the United States Code Service being published at the time the Senator takes office, and, as long as that Senator holds office, one copy of each replacement volume and each pocket supplement to the United States Code Service. A Senator is entitled to make a written request under this paragraph and be supplied such volumes, pocket parts, and supplements the first time he takes office as a Senator and each time thereafter he takes office as a Senator after a period of time during which he has not been a Senator. In submitting such written request, the Senator shall certify that the volumes, pocket parts, or supplements he is to be supplied are to be for his exclusive, personal use. A Senator holding office on July 9, 1971 July 9, 1971 ( Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 129 Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1504  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 55 of this title Amendments 1972 Pub. L. 92607  6317. Home State office space for Senators; lease of office space (a) Procurement by Sergeant at Arms of Senate in places designated by Senator; places subject to use; lease of office space (1) The Sergeant at Arms of the Senate shall secure for each Senator office space suitable for the Senators official use in places designated by the Senator in the State he represents. That space shall be secured in post offices or other Federal buildings at such places. In the event suitable office space is not available in post offices or other Federal buildings, the Sergeant at Arms shall secure other office space in those places. (2) The Senator may lease, on behalf of the United States Senate, the office space so secured for a term not extending beyond the term of office which he is serving on the first day of such lease, except that, in the case of a Senator whose term of office is expiring and who has been elected for another term, such lease may extend until the end of the term for which he has been so elected. Each such lease shall contain a provision permitting its cancellation upon sixty days written notice by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, in the event of the death or resignation of the Senator. A copy of each such lease shall be furnished to the Sergeant at Arms. Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to require the Sergeant at Arms to enter into or execute any lease for or on behalf of a Senator. (b) Maximum amount of aggregate square feet for each Senator The aggregate square feet of office space secured for Senator shall not at any time exceed (1) 5,000 square feet if the population of the State of the Senator is less than 3,000,000; (2) 5,200 square feet if such population is 3,000,000 but less than 4,000,000; (3) 5,400 square feet if such population is 4,000,000 but less than 5,000,000; (4) 5,800 square feet if such population is 5,000,000 but less than 7,000,000; (5) 6,200 square feet if such population is 7,000,000 but less than 9,000,000; (6) 6,400 square feet if such population is 9,000,000 but less than 10,000,000; (7) 6,600 square feet if such population is 10,000,000 but less than 11,000,000; (8) 6,800 square feet if such population is 11,000,000 but less than 12,000,000; (9) 7,000 square feet if such population is 12,000,000 but less than 13,000,000; (10) 7,400 square feet if such population is 13,000,000 but less than 15,000,000; (11) 7,800 square feet if such population is 15,000,000 but less than 17,000,000; or (12) 8,200 square feet if such population is 17,000,000 or more. (c) Maximum annual rental rate; maximum aggregate amount for acquisition of furniture, equipment, and other office furnishings (1) The maximum annual rate that may be paid for the rental of an office secured for a Senator not in a post office or other Federal building shall not exceed the highest rate per square foot charged Federal agencies on the first day of the lease of such office by the Administrator of General Services, based upon a 100 percent building quality rating, for office space located in the place in which the Senators office is located, multiplied by the number of square feet contained in that office used by the Senator and his employees to perform their duties. (2) The aggregate amount that may be paid for the acquisition of furniture, equipment, and other office furnishings heretofore provided by the Administrator of General Services for one or more offices secured for the Senator is $40,000 if the aggregate square feet of office space is not in excess of 5,000 square feet. Such amount is increased by $1,000 for each authorized additional incremental increase in office space of 200 square feet. Effective beginning with the 106th Congress, the aggregate amount in effect under this paragraph for any Congress shall be increased by the inflation adjustment factor for the calendar year in which the Congress begins. For purposes of the preceding sentence, the inflation adjustment factor for any calendar year is a fraction the numerator of which is the implicit price deflator for the gross domestic product as computed and published by the Department of Commerce for the preceding calendar year and the denominator of which is such deflator for the calendar year 1998. (d) Senators subject to maximum amount of aggregate square feet and maximum annual rental rate (1) Notwithstanding subsection (b), the aggregate square feet of office space secured for a Senator who is a Senator on July 1, 1974 (A) the applicable square footage limitation of such subsection; or (B) the total square footage of those offices that the Senator has on such date and which are continuously maintained in the same buildings in which such offices were located on such date. (2) The provisions of subsection (c) do not apply to any office that a Senator has on July 1, 1974 (A) that Senator continuously serves as a Senator; and (B) that office is maintained in the same building in which it was located on such date and contains not more than the same number of square feet it contained on such date. (e) Omitted (f) Mobile office (1) Subject to the provisions of paragraphs (2), (3), (4), and (5), a Senator may lease one mobile office for use only in the State he represents and the contingent fund of the Senate is available for the rental payments (including by way of reimbursement) made under such lease together with the actual nonpersonnel cost of operating such mobile office. The term of any such lease shall not exceed 3 years. A copy of each such lease shall be furnished to the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate. (2) The maximum aggregate annual rental payments and operating costs (except furniture, equipment, and furnishings) that may be paid to a Senator under paragraph (1) shall not at any time exceed an amount determined by multiplying (A) the highest applicable rate per square foot charged Federal agencies by the Administrator of General Services in the State which that Senator represents, based upon a 100 percent building quality rating, by (B) the maximum aggregate square feet of office space to which that Senator is entitled under subsection (b) reduced by the number of square feet contained in offices secured for that Senator under subsection (a) and used by that Senator and his employees to perform their duties. (3) No payment shall be made under paragraph (1) for rental payments and operating costs of a mobile office of a Senator unless the following provisions are included in its lease: (A) Liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 shall be provided with respect to the operation and use of such mobile office. (B) Either of the following inscriptions shall be clearly visible on three sides of such mobile office in letters not less than three inches high: UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT VEHICLE FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY; Or MOBILE OFFICE OF SENATOR _____ FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY. The Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate may prescribe regulations to waive or modify the requirement under subparagraph (B) if such waiver or modification is necessary to provide for the public safety of a Senator and the Senators staff and constituents. (4) No payment shall be made under paragraph (1) for rental payments and operating costs of a mobile office of a Senator which are attributable to or incurred during the 60-day period ending with the date of any primary or general election (whether regular, special, or runoff) in which that Senator is a candidate for public office, unless his candidacy in such election is uncontested. (5) Payment under paragraph (1) shall be made on a monthly basis and shall be paid upon vouchers approved by the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate. (g) Effective date This section is effective on and after July 1, 1974 ( Pub. L. 93371,  3 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 428 Pub. L. 9432, title I,  4 June 12, 1975 89 Stat. 183 Pub. L. 9459, title I July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 276 Pub. L. 9526, title I,  105 May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 83 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  112(d) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 664 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  109 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 890 Pub. L. 9988, title I,  194 Aug. 15, 1985 99 Stat. 349 Pub. L. 10227, title II Apr. 10, 1991 105 Stat. 144 Pub. L. 10290, title I,  7(b) Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 451 Pub. L. 104197, title I,  3 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2397 Pub. L. 10657, title I,  3 Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 411 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  4(a) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 349  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 59 of this title Section is comprised of section 3 of Pub. L. 93371 section 3 of Pub. L. 93371 section 6314 of this title Amendments 2003Subsec. (f)(3). Pub. L. 1087 1999Subsec. (b)(1). Pub. L. 10657,  3(1)(A) Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 10657,  3(1)(A) Subsec. (b)(3) to (12). Pub. L. 10657,  3(1)(C) Subsec. (b)(13). Pub. L. 10657,  3(1)(C) Pub. L. 10657,  3(1)(B) Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 10657,  3(2) 1996Subsec. (f)(1). Pub. L. 104197 1991Subsec. (f)(1). Pub. L. 10290,  7(b)(1) Subsec. (f)(2). Pub. L. 10290,  7(b)(2) Subsec. (f)(3). Pub. L. 10290,  7(b)(3) Subsec. (f)(3)(B). Pub. L. 10227  Mobile Office of Senator (name of Senator)  FOR OFFICIAL OFFICE USE ONLY. Subsec. (f)(4). Pub. L. 10290,  7(b)(4) Subsec. (f)(5). Pub. L. 10290,  7(b)(5) 1985Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 9988 1980Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 96304,  109(1) Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 96304,  109(2) 1977Subsec. (c)(2). Pub. L. 9594 Subsec. (f)(5). Pub. L. 9526 1975Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 9459,  107 Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 9459,  106(a) Subsecs. (f), (g). Pub. L. 9432 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  4(b) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 350 The amendment made by this section [amending this section] shall take effect on the date of enactment of this Act [ Feb. 20, 2003 Effective Date of 1991 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 10290 Oct. 1, 1991 section 7(c) of Pub. L. 10290 section 6314 of this title Effective Date of 1980 Amendment Pub. L. 96304, title I,  109 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 890 Jan. 1, 1980 Effective Date of 1977 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 9594 Aug. 5, 1977 section 112(f) of Pub. L. 9594 section 6314 of this title Effective Date of 1975 Amendment Pub. L. 9459, title I,  106(b) July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 276 The amendment made by subsection (a) of this section [amending this section] is effective on and after July 1, 1975  6318. Additional home State office space for Senators; declaration of disaster or emergency (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law or regulation, with the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is authorized to provide additional facilities, services, equipment, and office space for use by a Senator in that Senators State in connection with a disaster or emergency declared by the President under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act [ 42 U.S.C. 5121 (b) This section is effective on and after June 12, 1997 ( Pub. L. 10518, title II,  7002 June 12, 1997 111 Stat. 192  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, referred to in subsec. (a), is Pub. L. 93288 May 22, 1974 88 Stat. 143 section 5121 of Title 42 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 591 of this title  6319. Transportation of official records and papers to a Senators State (a) Payment of reasonable transportation expenses Upon request of a Senator, amounts in the appropriation account Miscellaneous Items within the contingent fund of the Senate shall be available to pay the reasonable expenses of sending or transporting the official records and papers of the Senator from the District of Columbia to any location designated by such Senator in the State represented by the Senator. (b) Sending and transportation The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate shall provide for the most economical means of sending or transporting the official records and papers under this section while ensuring the orderly and timely delivery of the records and papers to the location specified by the Senator. (c) Oversight The Committee on Rules and Administration shall have the authority to issue rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this section. (d) Official records defined In this section, the term official records and papers means books, records, papers, and official files which could be sent as franked mail. (e) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2005 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  7 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3170  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 59d1 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005.  6320. Purchase of office equipment or furnishings by Senators (a) Authorization; conditions Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a United States Senator may purchase, upon leaving office or otherwise ceasing to be a Senator (except by expulsion), any item or items of office equipment or office furnishings provided by the General Services Administration and then currently located and in use in an office of such Senator in the State then represented by such Senator. (b) Request by Senator and arrangement for purchase by Sergeant at Arms of Senate; regulations governing purchase; price At the request of any United States Senator, the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate shall arrange for and make the purchase of equipment and furnishings under subsection (a) of this section on behalf of such Senator. Each such purchase shall be (1) in accordance with regulations which shall be prescribed by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, after consultation with the General Services Administration; and (2) at a price equal to the acquisition cost to the Federal Government of the equipment or furnishings so purchased, less allowance for depreciation determined under such regulations, but in no instance less than the fair market value of such items. (c) Remittance of amounts received to General Services Administration; disposition Amounts received by the Federal Government from the sale of items of office equipment or office furnishings under this section shall be remitted to the General Services Administration and credited to the appropriate account or accounts. ( Pub. L. 93462,  2 Oct. 20, 1974 88 Stat. 1388  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 59b of this title CHAPTER 65 SENATE OFFICERS AND ADMINISTRATION    SUBCHAPTER IGENERAL  Sec.  6501. Appointment of consultants by Majority Leader, Minority Leader, Secretary of Senate, and Legislative Counsel of Senate; compensation.  6502. Procurement of temporary help.  6503. Payments from Senate contingent fund.  6504. Committee on Rules and Administration; designation of employees to approve vouchers for payments from Senate contingent fund.  6505. Appropriations for contingent expenses of Senate; restrictions.  6506. Separate accounts for Secretary of the Senate and for Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate; establishment within Senate contingent fund; inclusion of funds in existing accounts.  6507. Insurance of office funds of Secretary of Senate and Sergeant at Arms; payment of premiums.  6508. Transfers from appropriations account for expenses of Office of Secretary of Senate and Office of Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate.  6509. Vouchering Senate office charges.  6510. Materials, supplies, and fuel payments from Senate contingent fund.  6511. Liquidation from appropriations of any unpaid obligations chargeable to rescinded unexpended balances of funds.  6512. Expense allowance for Secretary of Senate, Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate, and Secretaries for Senate Majority and Minority.  6513. Per diem and subsistence expenses from Senate contingent fund.  6514. Orientation seminars, etc., for new Senators, Senate officials, or members of staffs of Senators or Senate officials; payment of expenses.  6515. Payment of fees for services of Attending Physician and for use of Senate health and fitness facilities.  6516. Sale of waste paper and condemned furniture.  6517. Receipts from sale of used or surplus furniture and furnishings of Senate.  6518. Workers compensation payments.  6519. McCain-Mansfield and SFC Sean Cooley and SPC Christopher Horton Congressional Gold Star Family Fellowships Programs.  SUBCHAPTER IISECRETARY OF THE SENATE  Part AOrganization and Personnel  6531. Repealed.  6532. Death, resignation, or disability of Secretary and Assistant Secretary of Senate; Financial Clerk deemed successor as disbursing officer.  6533. Death, resignation, or disability of Secretary of Senate; Assistant Secretary of Senate to act as Secretary; written designation of absent status.  6534. Compensation of Assistant Secretary of Senate.  6535. Compensation of Parliamentarian of Senate.  6536. Compensation of Financial Clerk of Senate.  6537. Repealed.  6538. Employment of additional administrative assistants.  6539. Abolition of statutory positions in Office of Secretary of Senate; Secretarys authority to establish and fix compensation for positions.  6540. Adjustment of rate of compensation by Secretary of Senate.  6541. Professional archivist; Secretarys authority to obtain services from General Services Administration.  6542. Employees of Senate Disbursing Office; designation by Secretary of Senate to administer oaths and affirmations.  6543. Designation of reporters.  6544. Substitute reporters of debates and expert transcribers; temporary reporters of debates and expert transcribers; payments from Senate contingent fund.  Part BGeneral Powers and Duties  6561. Advance payments by Secretary of Senate.  6562. Transfers of funds by Secretary of Senate; approval of Committee on Appropriations.  6563. Payment of certain expenses.  6564. Travel expenses of Secretary of Senate; advancement of travel funds to designated employees.  6565. Advancement by Secretary of Senate of travel funds to employees under his jurisdiction for Federal Election Campaign Act travel expenses.  6566. Authority to procure technical support and other services and incur travel expenses; payment of such expenses.  6567. Funds for Secretary of Senate to assist in proper discharge within United States of responsibilities to foreign parliamentary groups or other foreign officials.  6568. Banking and financial transactions of Secretary of Senate.  6569 6571. Repealed.  6572. Purchases of stationery and materials for folding.  6573. Senate revolving fund for stationery allowances; availability of unexpended balances; withdrawals.  6574. Senate Office of Public Records Revolving Fund.  6575. Fees for copies from Senate journals.  6576. Senate Gift Shop.  6577. Senate legislative information system.  6578. Senate Leaders Lecture Series.  SUBCHAPTER IIISERGEANT AT ARMS AND DOORKEEPER OF SENATE  Part AOrganization and Personnel  6591. Repealed.  6592. Limitation on compensation of Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate.  6593. Deputy Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper to act on death, resignation, disability, or absence of Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate.  6594. Compensation of Deputy Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate.  6595. Compensation of Administrative Assistant to Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate.  6596. Employment of personnel by Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate at daily rates of compensation; authorization; limitation on amount of compensation.  6597. Abolition of statutory positions in Office of Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate; authority to establish and fix compensation for positions.  6598. Designation by Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate of persons to approve vouchers for payment of moneys.  6599. Use by Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate of individual consultants or organizations, and department and agency personnel.  Part BGeneral Powers and Duties  6611. Transfer authority and Sergeant at Arms Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Fund.  6612. Travel expenses of Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate.  6613. Advances to Sergeant at Arms of Senate for extraordinary expenses.  6614. Funds advanced by Secretary of Senate to Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate to defray office expenses; accountability; maximum amount; vouchers.  6615. Deposit of moneys for credit to account within Senate contingent fund for Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.  6616. Support services for Senate during emergency; memorandum of understanding with an executive agency.  6617. Law enforcement authority of Sergeant-at-Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.  6618. Data processing equipment, software, and services.  6619. Advance payments for computer programing services.  6620. Provision of services and equipment on a reimbursable basis.  6621. Payment for telecommunications equipment and services; definitions.  6622. Certification of telecommunications equipment and services as official.  6623. Report on telecommunications to Committee on Rules and Administration.  6624. Metered charges on copiers; Sergeant at Arms and user defined; certification of services and equipment as official; deposit of payments; availability for expenditure.  6625. Receipts from sales of items by Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate, to Senators, etc., to be credited to appropriation from which purchased.  6626. Reimbursements to Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate for equipment provided to Senators, etc., which has been lost, stolen, damaged, or otherwise unaccounted for; deposit of receipts.  6627. Compensation for lost or damaged property.  6628. Treatment of electronic services provided by Sergeant at Arms.  6629. Purchase, lease, exchange, maintenance, and operation of vehicles out of account for Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate within Senate contingent fund; authorization of appropriations.  6630. Disposal of used or surplus furniture and equipment by Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate; procedure; deposit of receipts.  6631. Transfer of excess or surplus educationally useful equipment to public schools.  6632. Disposal of used or surplus automobiles and trucks by Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate; procedure; deposit of receipts.  6633. Media support services.  6634. Senate Hair Care Services.  6635. Office of Senate Health Promotion.  6636. Senate Computer Center.  SUBCHAPTER IVCHAPLAIN  6651. Repealed.  6652. Compensation of employees of Chaplain of Senate.  6653. Postage allowance for Chaplain of Senate.  6654. Payment of expenses of the Chaplain of the Senate from the contingent fund of the Senate. SUBCHAPTER I GENERAL  6501. Appointment of consultants by Majority Leader, Minority Leader, Secretary of Senate, and Legislative Counsel of Senate; compensation (a) In general The Majority Leader and the Minority Leader, are each authorized to appoint and fix the compensation of not more than nine individual consultants, on a temporary or intermittent basis, at a daily rate of compensation not in excess of the per diem equivalent of the highest gross rate of annual compensation which may be paid to employees of a standing committee of the Senate. The President pro tempore of the Senate is authorized to appoint and fix the compensation of not more than three individual consultants, on a temporary or intermittent basis, at a daily rate of compensation not in excess of that specified in the first sentence of this subsection. The President pro tempore emeritus of the Senate is authorized to appoint and fix the compensation of one individual consultant, on a temporary or intermittent basis, at a daily rate of compensation not in excess of that specified in the first sentence of this subsection. The Secretary of the Senate is authorized to appoint and fix the compensation of not more than two individual consultants, on a temporary or intermittent basis, at a daily rate of compensation not in excess of the per diem equivalent of the highest gross rate of annual compensation which may be paid to employees of a standing committee of the Senate. The Legislative Counsel of the Senate (subject to the approval of the President pro tempore) is authorized to appoint and fix the compensation of not more than two consultants, on a temporary or intermittent basis, at a daily rate of compensation not in excess of that specified in the first sentence of this section. The provisions of sections 8344 and 8468 of title 5 shall not apply to any individual serving in a position under this authority. Expenditures under this authority shall be paid from the contingent fund of the Senate upon vouchers approved by the President pro tempore, President pro tempore emeritus, Majority Leader, Minority Leader, Secretary of the Senate, or Legislative Counsel of the Senate, as the case may be. (b) Annual compensation Any or all appointments under this section may be at an annual rate of compensation rather than at a daily rate of compensation, but such annual rate shall not be in excess of the highest gross rate of annual compensation which may be paid to employees of a standing committee of the Senate. (C)  1 1 Each appointing authority under subsection (a) may designate the title of the position of any individual appointed under that subsection. ( Pub. L. 9526, title I,  101 May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 82 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  110(a) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 662 Pub. L. 100458, title I Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2161 Pub. L. 101302, title III,  314(a) May 25, 1990 104 Stat. 245 Pub. L. 10290, title I,  3 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 450 Pub. L. 1042 Feb. 9, 1995 109 Stat. 45 Pub. L. 105275, title I,  4(a) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2433 Pub. L. 10720, title II,  2803 July 24, 2001 115 Stat. 185 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  101(a) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 563 Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  6(a) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 350 Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  2(a) Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 814  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61h6 of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1977. Amendments 2009Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 1118 2003Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 1087,  6(a)(1) Subsec. (C). Pub. L. 1087,  6(a)(2) 2001Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10768 Pub. L. 10720 1998Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 105275,  4(a) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 105275,  4(b) 1995 Pub. L. 1042 section 61h6 of title 2 section 101 of Pub. L. 9526 section 61h6 of title 2 1991Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10290 1990 Pub. L. 101302 1988 Pub. L. 100458 1977 Pub. L. 9594 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2009 Amendment Pub. L. 1118, div. G, title I,  2(b) Mar. 11, 2009 123 Stat. 815 This section [amending this section] shall take effect on the date of enactment of this Act [ Mar. 11, 2009 Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 1087, div. H, title I,  6(b) Feb. 20, 2003 117 Stat. 350 This section [amending this section] shall apply to fiscal year 2003 and each fiscal year thereafter. Effective Date of 2001 Amendment Pub. L. 10768, title I,  101(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 563 This section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each fiscal year thereafter. Effective Date of 1998 Amendment Pub. L. 105275, title I,  4(c) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2433 This section [amending this section] is effective on and after the date of enactment of this Act [ Oct. 21, 1998 Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Pub. L. 101302, title III,  314(b) May 25, 1990 104 Stat. 246 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall be effective in the case of appointments made after the date of enactment of this Act [ May 25, 1990 Effective Date of 1977 Amendment Pub. L. 9594, title I,  110(b) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 662 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall take effect on August 1, 1977 Consultants Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  8 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2222 Similar provisions were contained in the following prior appropriation acts: Pub. L. 10955, title I,  2 Aug. 2, 2005 119 Stat. 568 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  2 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3169 Pub. L. 10883, title I,  6 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1013  6502. Procurement of temporary help (a) In general (1) Subject to regulations that the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate may prescribe, the Secretary of the Senate and the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate may procure temporary help services from a private sector source that offers such services. Each procurement of services under this subsection shall be for no longer than 30 days. (2) A person performing services procured under paragraph (1) shall not, during the period of the performance of the services, be an employee of the United States or be considered to be an employee of the United States for any purpose. (b) Effective date This section shall take effect on October 1, 2001 ( Pub. L. 10768, title I,  109 Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 569  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61f10 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 2002, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2002.  6503. Payments from Senate contingent fund  No payment shall be made from the contingent fund of the Senate unless sanctioned by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. Payments made upon vouchers or abstracts of disbursements of salaries approved by said Committee shall be deemed, held, and taken, and are declared to be conclusive upon all the departments and officers of the Government: Provided ( Oct. 2, 1888, ch. 1069 25 Stat. 546 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1776 Pub. L. 104186, title I,  105(c) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1722  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 68 of this title Section is based on provisions of last par. on 25 Stat. 546 act of Oct. 2, 1888, ch. 1069 section 95 of this title Pub. L. 104186 Amendments 1974 Pub. L. 93554 1946Act Aug. 2, 1946 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1974 Amendment Pub. L. 93554, title I Dec. 27, 1974 88 Stat. 1776 Pub. L. 93554 Jan. 1, 1975 Effective Date of 1946 Amendment Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  142 60 Stat. 834 Jan. 2, 1947  6504. Committee on Rules and Administration; designation of employees to approve vouchers for payments from Senate contingent fund  The Committee on Rules and Administration may authorize its chairman to designate any employee or employees of such Committee to approve in his behalf, all vouchers making payments from the contingent fund of the Senate, such approval to be deemed and held to be approval by the Committee on Rules and Administration for all intents and purposes. ( Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 529 Pub. L. 9751,  126 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 965 Pub. L. 98473, title I,  123A(c) Oct. 12, 1984 98 Stat. 1970  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 681 of this title Amendments 1984 Pub. L. 98473 1981 Pub. L. 9751  6505. Appropriations for contingent expenses of Senate; restrictions  Appropriations made for contingent expenses of the Senate shall not be used for the payment of personal services except upon the express and specific authorization of the Senate in whose behalf such services are rendered. Nor shall such appropriations be used for any expenses not intimately and directly connected with the routine legislative business of the Senate, and the Government Accountability Office shall apply the provisions of this section in the settlement of the accounts of expenditures from said appropriations incurred for services or materials. ( Feb. 14, 1902, ch. 17,  1 32 Stat. 26 June 10, 1921, ch. 18 42 Stat. 24 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(45) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1737 Pub. L. 108271,  8(b) July 7, 2004 118 Stat. 814  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 682 of this title Pub. L. 97258,  1 Sept. 13, 1982 96 Stat. 877 Section is based on provisions of proviso on 32 Stat. 26 act of Feb. 14, 1902, ch. 17 section 5506 of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Transfer of Functions Government Accountability Office substituted in text for General Accounting Office pursuant to section 8 of Pub. L. 108271 section 702 of Title 31 June 10, 1921  6506. Separate accounts for Secretary of the Senate and for Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate; establishment within Senate contingent fund; inclusion of funds in existing accounts (a) Effective October 1, 1983 (1) there shall be, within the contingent fund of the Senate, a separate account for the Secretary of the Senate, and a separate account for the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate; (2) the account for Automobiles and Maintenance, within the contingent fund of the Senate, is abolished, and funds for the purchase, lease, exchange, maintenance, and operation of vehicles for the Senate shall be included in the separate account, established by paragraph (1), for the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate; and (3) the account for Postage Stamps, within the contingent fund of the Senate, is abolished; and funds for special delivery postage of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate shall be included in the separate account, established by paragraph (1), for the Secretary of the Senate; funds for special delivery postage of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate shall be included in the separate account, established by paragraph (1), for the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate; and postage stamps for the Secretaries for the Majority and the Minority and other offices and officers of the Senate, as authorized by law, shall be included in the account for Miscellaneous Items, within the contingent fund of the Senate. (b) Any provision of law which was enacted, or any Senate resolution which was agreed to, prior to October 1, 1983 October 1, 1983 October 1, 1983 October 1, 1983 ( Pub. L. 9851, title I,  103 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 266  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 683 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1984, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriation, 1984.  6507. Insurance of office funds of Secretary of Senate and Sergeant at Arms; payment of premiums  The Secretary of the Senate and the Sergeant at Arms on and after June 27, 1956 ( June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 360  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 65a of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1957, act June 27, 1956 Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation acts: Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 504 July 2, 1954, ch. 455 68 Stat. 400 Aug. 1, 1953, ch. 304 67 Stat. 321 July 9, 1952, ch. 598 66 Stat. 467 Oct. 11, 1951, ch. 485 65 Stat. 392 Sept. 6, 1950, ch. 896 64 Stat. 597 June 22, 1949, ch. 235 63 Stat. 219 June 14, 1948, ch. 467 62 Stat. 425  6508. Transfers from appropriations account for expenses of Office of Secretary of Senate and Office of Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate (a) The Secretary of the Senate is authorized, with the approval of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, to transfer, during any fiscal year (1) from the appropriations account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, for expenses of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate, such sums as he shall specify to the Senate appropriations account, appropriated under the headings Salaries, Officers and Employees and Office of the Secretary, and (2) from the Senate appropriations account, appropriated under the headings Salaries, Officers and Employees and Office of the Secretary to the appropriations account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, for expenses of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate, such sums as he shall specify; and any funds so transferred shall be available in like manner and for the same purposes as are other funds in the account to which the funds are transferred. (b) The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is authorized, with the approval of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, to transfer, during any fiscal year, from the appropriations account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, for expenses of the Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, such sums as he shall specify to the appropriations account, appropriated under the headings Salaries, Officers and Employees and Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper; and any funds so transferred shall be available in like manner and for the same purposes as are other funds in the account to which the funds are transferred. ( Pub. L. 100458, title I,  3 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2161 Pub. L. 101302, title III,  317 May 25, 1990 104 Stat. 247  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 686 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1989, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1989. Prior Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in the following prior appropriation act: Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  8] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Amendments 1990Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 101302  6509. Vouchering Senate office charges (a) Senate support office charges Charges for expenses of any office, the funds of which are disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate, may be vouchered by a Senate support office paying such expenses or to which such charges are owed for goods or services provided, if (1) such charges are paid on behalf of the office incurring such expenses by such Senate support office; or (2) such charges are payable to such Senate support office for goods or services provided by such office to the office incurring such expenses. (b) Payment charged to official funds Payments under this section shall be charged to the official funds of the office on whose behalf the expenses were paid, or which received the goods or services for which payment is required. (c) Certification Any voucher submitted by a Senate support office pursuant to this section shall be accompanied by a certification from such office of the amount and that such purchases were of the nature that they could be charged to the official funds of the office on whose behalf charges were paid, or to which goods or services were provided. (d) Regulations Vouchers under this section shall be submitted and paid subject to such regulations as may be promulgated by the Committee on Rules and Administration. ( Pub. L. 10369, title I,  1 Aug. 11, 1993 107 Stat. 695  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 688 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1994, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1994.  6510. Materials, supplies, and fuel payments from Senate contingent fund  Payments from the contingent fund of the Senate for materials and supplies (including fuel) purchased on and after July 8, 1935 ( July 8, 1935, ch. 374 49 Stat. 463 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 814 June 30, 1949, ch. 288 63 Stat. 380  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 68a of this title Amendments 1946Act Aug. 2, 1946 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Effective Jan. 1, 1947 Bureau of Federal Supply and its functions and duties transferred to Administrator of General Services by act June 30, 1949 Effective Date of 1946 Amendment Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  142 60 Stat. 834 Jan. 2, 1947  6511. Liquidation from appropriations of any unpaid obligations chargeable to rescinded unexpended balances of funds  If at the close of any fiscal year there is an unexpended balance of funds which were appropriated for such year (or for prior fiscal years) and which are subject to disbursement by the Secretary of the Senate for any purpose, then, if such unexpended balance is by law rescinded, any unpaid obligations chargeable to the balance so rescinded (or to appropriations for such purpose for prior years) shall be liquidated from any appropriations for the same general purpose, which, at the time of payment, are available for disbursement. ( Pub. L. 97257, title I,  106 Sept. 10, 1982 96 Stat. 849  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 68d of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1982.  6512. Expense allowance for Secretary of Senate, Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate, and Secretaries for Senate Majority and Minority (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, there is hereby established an account, within the Senate, to be known as the Expense Allowance for the Secretary of the Senate, Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate and Secretaries for the Majority and for the Minority, of the Senate (hereinafter in this section referred to as the Expense Allowance). For each fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year ending September 30, 1981 (b) For the fiscal year ending September 30, 1981 September 30, 1983 ( Pub. L. 9751,  119 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 964 Pub. L. 9863, title I July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 334 Pub. L. 99514,  2 Oct. 22, 1986 100 Stat. 2095 Pub. L. 10883, title I,  5(a) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1013  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 65c of this title Amendments 2003Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10883 1986Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 99514 1983Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 9863 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2003 Amendment Pub. L. 10883, title I,  5(b) Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1013 The amendment made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2004, and each fiscal year thereafter. Effective Date of 1983 Amendment Pub. L. 9863, title I July 30, 1983 97 Stat. 334 Pub. L. 9863 Oct. 1, 1982  6513. Per diem and subsistence expenses from Senate contingent fund  No part of the appropriations made under the heading Contingent Expenses of the Senate on and after June 27, 1956 section 5701 of title 5 section 6314 of this title ( June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 360 Pub. L. 87139,  7 Aug. 14, 1961 75 Stat. 340 Pub. L. 91114,  3 Nov. 10, 1969 83 Stat. 190 Pub. L. 9422,  8 May 19, 1975 89 Stat. 86 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  112(e) Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 664 Pub. L. 95355, title I,  103 Sept. 8, 1978 92 Stat. 533 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  102(b) July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 68b of this title Amendments 1980 Pub. L. 96304 section 5702 of title 5 1978 Pub. L. 95355 section 5702 of title 5 1977 Pub. L. 9594 section 58 of this title 1975 Pub. L. 9422 1969 Pub. L. 91114 1961 Pub. L. 87139 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1977 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 9594 Aug. 5, 1977 section 112(f) of Pub. L. 9594 section 6314 of this title  6514. Orientation seminars, etc., for new Senators, Senate officials, or members of staffs of Senators or Senate officials; payment of expenses  Effective July 1, 1979 ( Pub. L. 9638, title I,  107(a) July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 112 Pub. L. 9988, title I,  193 Aug. 15, 1985 99 Stat. 349 Pub. L. 99514,  2 Oct. 22, 1986 100 Stat. 2095 Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  6] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Pub. L. 102392, title I,  3 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1706 Pub. L. 10883, title I,  4 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1013 Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  6(a) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2222  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 69a of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1979. Amendments 2007 Pub. L. 110161 2003 Pub. L. 10883 1992 Pub. L. 102392 1987 Pub. L. 100202 1986 Pub. L. 99514 1985 Pub. L. 9988 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  6(b) Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2222 The amendment made by this section [amending this section] shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2008 and each fiscal year thereafter. Effective Date of 1987 Amendment Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  6] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Pub. L. 100202 Sept. 30, 1986  6515. Payment of fees for services of Attending Physician and for use of Senate health and fitness facilities (a) Regulations The Senate Committee on Rules and Administration shall promulgate regulations (1) pertaining to the services provided by the Attending Physician and the operation and use of the Senate health and fitness facilities; and (2) requiring the payment of fees for services received from the Attending Physician and for the use of the Senate health and fitness facilities pursuant to such regulations. (b) Withholding of fees from salary The Secretary of the Senate is authorized to withhold fees from the salary of an individual authorized by such regulations to receive such services from the Attending Physician and to use the Senate health and fitness facilities. (c) Deposit in General Fund The Secretary of the Senate shall remit all fees required by subsection (a)(2) that are collected pursuant to subsection (b) or by direct payment to the General Fund of the Treasury as miscellaneous receipts unless otherwise provided by law. (d) Effective date The provision 1 1 April 9, 1992 ( Pub. L. 102392, title III,  314 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1723  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 121e of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1993.  6516. Sale of waste paper and condemned furniture  It shall be the duty of the Secretary and Sergeant at Arms of the Senate to cause to be sold all waste paper and useless documents and condemned furniture that may accumulate, in their respective departments or offices, under the direction of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and cover the proceeds thereof into the Treasury. ( Aug. 7, 1882, ch. 433,  1 22 Stat. 337 May 29, 1928, ch. 901,  1(122) 45 Stat. 995 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(62) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1739  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117 of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Report on Sales Discontinued Act May 29, 1928, ch. 901,  1(122) 45 Stat. 995 122. Reports by the Clerk and Doorkeeper of the House and the Secretary and Sergeant at Arms of the Senate of the sales of waste paper and useless documents and condemned furniture, and so forth.  6517. Receipts from sale of used or surplus furniture and furnishings of Senate  On and after October 1, 1982 ( Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117b1 of this title Pub. L. 107217,  1 Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1062 Section is based on title I (2d proviso under Senate Office Buildings) of S. 2939, as reported Sept. 22, 1982 Pub. L. 97276  6518. Workers compensation payments (a) In general Available balances of expired appropriations which are subject to disbursement by the Secretary of the Senate shall be available to the Secretary of the Senate to make the deposit to the credit of the Employees Compensation Fund required by section 8147(b) of title 5 (b) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to appropriations for fiscal year 2014, and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 11376, div. I, title I,  1 Jan. 17, 2014 128 Stat. 420  6519. McCain-Mansfield and SFC Sean Cooley and SPC Christopher Horton Congressional Gold Star Family Fellowships Programs (a) Definitions In this section (1) the term appropriate committees of the Senate means the Committee on Appropriations and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate; (2) the term Fellowships Programs means the SFC Sean Cooley and SPC Christopher Horton Congressional Gold Star Family Fellowship Program (commonly referred to as the Green and Gold Congressional Aide Program) established under Senate Resolution 442 (117th Congress), agreed to November 4, 2021 November 4, 2021 (3) the term Fund means the Sergeant at Arms Fellowships Fund established under subsection (b); and (4) the term Sergeant at Arms means the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. (b) Establishment There is established under the heading  Contingent Expenses of the Senate sergeant at arms fellowships fund (c) Use of amounts (1) In general Amounts in the Fund shall be available to the Sergeant at Arms for the costs of compensation of fellows under the Fellowships Programs and the administration of the Fellowships Programs, except as provided in paragraph (2). (2) Agency contributions Agency contributions for the Fellowships Programs shall be paid from the appropriations account for Salaries, Officers and Employees of the Senate. (d) Oversight The Sergeant at Arms shall provide to the appropriate committees of the Senate (1) a plan regarding the administration of the Fund by the Sergeant at Arms prior to obligation of any funds, to be updated and resubmitted following any changes to the plan; and (2) annual reports regarding the costs of the Fellowships Programs paid from the Fund. (e) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to the Fund for fiscal year 2023, and each fiscal year thereafter, such sums as are necessary for the compensation of fellows under the Fellowships Programs during the fiscal year and for the administration of the Fellowships Programs. (f) Exclusion for purposes of staffing limits on the Office of the Sergeant at Arms The payment of compensation to any individual serving in a fellowship under the Fellowships Programs by the Sergeant at Arms shall not be included for purposes of any limitation on staffing levels of the Office of the Sergeant at Arms. ( Pub. L. 117328, div. I, title I,  102 Dec. 29, 2022 136 Stat. 4917  Editorial Notes  References in Text Senate Resolution 442 (117th Congress), agreed to November 4, 2021 November 4, 2021 SUBCHAPTER II SECRETARY OF THE SENATE Part A Organization and Personnel  6531. Repealed. Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(H) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2776   Section, Pub. L. 88426, title II,  203(g) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 415 Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective on the later of the first day of the first applicable pay period beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date of 1975 Amendment Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 July 1, 1975 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775  6532. Death, resignation, or disability of Secretary and Assistant Secretary of Senate; Financial Clerk deemed successor as disbursing officer  For any period during which both the Secretary and the Assistant Secretary of the Senate are unable (because of death, resignation, or disability) to discharge such Secretarys duties as disbursing officer of the Senate, the Financial Clerk of the Senate shall be deemed to be the successor of such Secretary as disbursing officer. ( Mar. 3, 1926, ch. 44,  1 44 Stat. 162 Pub. L. 91105,  2 Oct. 31, 1969 83 Stat. 169 Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 810 Pub. L. 92310, title II,  220(g) June 6, 1972 86 Stat. 204 Pub. L. 98367, title I,  2(a) July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 474  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 64a of this title Amendments 1984 Pub. L. 98367 1972 Pub. L. 92310 1970 Pub. L. 91382 1969 Pub. L. 91105 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1970 Amendment Pub. L. 91382 Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 1, 1970 Certification of Disability Secretary of the Senate to be considered as disabled for purposes of this section only during such period of time as the Majority and Minority Leaders and the President pro tempore of the Senate certify jointly to the Senate that he is unable to perform his duties, see section 6533 of this title  6533. Death, resignation, or disability of Secretary of Senate; Assistant Secretary of Senate to act as Secretary; written designation of absent status  In the event of the death, resignation, or disability of the Secretary of the Senate, the Assistant Secretary of the Senate shall act as Secretary in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of that office in all matters until such time as a new Secretary shall have been elected and qualified or such disability shall have been ended. For purposes of this section and section 6532 of this title ( Pub. L. 92184 Dec. 15, 1971 85 Stat. 635 Pub. L. 93371,  1 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 427 Pub. L. 98367, title I,  2(b) July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 474  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 64b of this title Amendments 1984 Pub. L. 98367 1974 Pub. L. 93371  6534. Compensation of Assistant Secretary of Senate  The Assistant Secretary of the Senate may be paid at a maximum annual rate of compensation not to exceed $39,000. ( Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 340 Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61a3 of this title Amendments 2019 Pub. L. 11694 Pub. L. 9459,  105 1975 Pub. L. 9459 July 1, 1975 Pub. L. 11694 1974 Pub. L. 93371 July 1, 1974 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Assistant Secretary of the Senate deemed successor in references to Chief Clerk of Senate in all laws, rules, resolutions, and orders, effective July 1, 1971 Pub. L. 9251 July 9, 1971 85 Stat. 125 Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title 1974 Adjustment in Compensation Not To Supersede Adjustments in Compensation or Limitations by President Pro Tempore of the Senate Adjustment in compensation by Pub. L. 93371 section 4 of Pub. L. 93371 section 273 of this title Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation of Assistant Secretary of the Senate under authority of Federal Salary Act of 1967 ( Pub. L. 90206 Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  6535. Compensation of Parliamentarian of Senate  The Parliamentarian of the Senate may be paid at a maximum annual rate of compensation not to exceed $39,000. ( Aug. 5, 1955, ch. 568 69 Stat. 499 June 27, 1956, ch. 453 70 Stat. 356 Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61b of this title Amendments 2019 Pub. L. 11694 Pub. L. 9459,  105 1975 Pub. L. 9459 July 1, 1975 Pub. L. 11694 1974 Pub. L. 93371 July 1, 1974 1956Act June 27, 1956 July 1, 1956 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title 1974 Adjustment in Compensation Not To Supersede Adjustments in Compensation or Limitations by President Pro Tempore of the Senate Adjustment in compensation by Pub. L. 93371 section 4 of Pub. L. 93371 section 273 of this title Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of Federal Salary Act of 1967 ( Pub. L. 90206 Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title Secretary of Senate To Fix Compensation of Assistant Parliamentarian Pub. L. 86213 Sept. 1, 1959 73 Stat. 443 Sept. 1, 1959 section 6539 of this title  6536. Compensation of Financial Clerk of Senate  The Financial Clerk of the Senate may be paid at a maximum annual rate of compensation not to exceed $39,000. ( Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 64a1 of this title Amendments 2019 Pub. L. 11694 Pub. L. 9459,  105 1975 Pub. L. 9459 July 1, 1975 Pub. L. 11694 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2019 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11694 Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date Section effective July 1, 1974 section 4 of Pub. L. 93371 section 273 of this title 1974 Adjustment in Compensation Not To Supersede Adjustments in Compensation or Limitations by President Pro Tempore of the Senate Adjustment in compensation by Pub. L. 93371 section 4 of Pub. L. 93371 section 273 of this title Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  6537. Repealed. Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775   Section, Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective on the later of the first day of the first applicable pay period beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title Effective Date Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 July 1, 1975 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775  6538. Employment of additional administrative assistants  The Secretary of the Senate is authorized to employ such administrative assistants as may be necessary in order to carry out the provisions of this Act under the jurisdiction of the Secretary. ( Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 839 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(18) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1732  Editorial Notes  References in Text This Act, referred to in text, means act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 812 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 74b of this title Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Aug. 2, 1946 Aug. 2, 1946 section 4301 of this title  6539. Abolition of statutory positions in Office of Secretary of Senate; Secretarys authority to establish and fix compensation for positions  Effective October 1, 1981 ( Pub. L. 9751,  114 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 963  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61a11 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  6540. Adjustment of rate of compensation by Secretary of Senate  Any specific rate of compensation established by law, as such rate has been increased or may hereafter be increased by or pursuant to law, for any position under the jurisdiction of the Secretary shall be considered as the maximum rate of compensation for that position, and the Secretary is authorized to adjust the rate of compensation of an individual occupying any such position to a rate not exceeding such maximum rate. ( Pub. L. 91382 Aug. 18, 1970 84 Stat. 808  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61c1 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  6541. Professional archivist; Secretarys authority to obtain services from General Services Administration  For each fiscal year (beginning with the fiscal year which ends September 30, 1982 ( Pub. L. 9792, title I,  125 Dec. 15, 1981 95 Stat. 1198  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61b3 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Reimbursement of Archivist of the United States for Expenditures for Project To Provide for Preservation of Records of Continuing Value of Senate; Payment, etc., of Amounts Pub. L. 97257, title I,  107 Sept. 10, 1982 96 Stat. 850 Sept. 30, 1982  6542. Employees of Senate Disbursing Office; designation by Secretary of Senate to administer oaths and affirmations  The Secretary of the Senate is on and after November 1, 1973 section 3331 of title 5 ( Pub. L. 93145 Nov. 1, 1973 87 Stat. 532  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 641 of this title  6543. Designation of reporters  The reporters of debates in the office of the Secretary of the Senate are hereby designated the official reporters of debates of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 89545 Aug. 27, 1966 80 Stat. 354  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 1262 of this title  6544. Substitute reporters of debates and expert transcribers; temporary reporters of debates and expert transcribers; payments from Senate contingent fund  The Secretary of the Senate is on and after June 5, 1981 ( Pub. L. 8990 July 27, 1965 79 Stat. 266 Pub. L. 9712, title I,  105 June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 61  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 126b of this title On and after June 5, 1981 Pub. L. 9712 Pub. L. 8990 Amendments 1981 Pub. L. 9712 Part B General Powers and Duties  6561. Advance payments by Secretary of Senate (a) Authorization For fiscal year 1998, and each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretary of the Senate is authorized to make advance payments under a contract or other agreement to provide a service or deliver an article for the United States Government without regard to the provisions of section 3324 of title 31 (b) Regulations An advance payment authorized by subsection (a) shall be made in accordance with regulations issued by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. (c) Effective date The authority granted by subsection (a) shall not take effect until regulations are issued pursuant to subsection (b). ( Pub. L. 10555, title I,  1 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1179  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 68e of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1998, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1998.  6562. Transfers of funds by Secretary of Senate; approval of Committee on Appropriations  During any fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year beginning October 1, 1982 ( Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 642 of this title Section is based on section 104 of S. 2939, Ninety-seventh Congress, 2d Session, as reported Sept. 22, 1982 section 101(e) of Pub. L. 97276 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Transfer of Funds by Secretary of Senate Provisions authorizing Secretary of Senate, as Disbursing Officer of Senate, to make such transfers between appropriations of funds available for disbursement by him for specific fiscal years, as he deems appropriate, subject to customary reprograming procedures of Senate Committee on Appropriations were contained in the following appropriation acts: Pub. L. 9751,  113 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 963 Pub. L. 9712, title I,  107 June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 62  6563. Payment of certain expenses (a) In general Subject to the approval of the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, if in any fiscal year amounts in any appropriations account under the heading SENATE under the heading LEGISLATIVE BRANCH are available for more than 1 fiscal year, the Secretary of the Senate may establish procedures for the payment of expenses with respect to that account from any amounts available for that fiscal year. (b) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2012 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 11274, div. G, title I,  1 Dec. 23, 2011 125 Stat. 1118  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 68f of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2012, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012.  6564. Travel expenses of Secretary of Senate; advancement of travel funds to designated employees  For the purpose of carrying out his duties, the Secretary of the Senate is authorized to incur official travel expenses. The Secretary of the Senate is authorized to advance, in his discretion, to any designated employee under his jurisdiction, such sums as may be necessary, not exceeding $1,000, to defray official travel expenses in assisting the Secretary in carrying out his duties. Any such employee shall, as soon as practicable, furnish to the Secretary a detailed voucher for such expenses incurred and make settlement with respect to any amount so advanced. Payments to carry out the provisions of this section shall be made from funds included in the appropriation Miscellaneous Items under the heading Contingent Expenses of the Senate upon vouchers approved by the Secretary of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 9459, title I,  101 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 273 Pub. L. 9594, title I,  106 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 661 Pub. L. 95355, title I,  101 Sept. 8, 1978 92 Stat. 533 Pub. L. 9712, title I,  102 June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 61 Pub. L. 98367, title I,  1 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 474  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61a9a of this title Amendments 1984 Pub. L. 98367 1981 Pub. L. 9712 1978 Pub. L. 95355 1977 Pub. L. 9594 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1984 Amendment Pub. L. 98367, title I,  1 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 474 Oct. 1, 1983 Effective Date of 1981 Amendment Pub. L. 9712, title I,  102 June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 61 Oct. 1, 1980 Effective Date of 1978 Amendment Pub. L. 95355, title I,  101 Sept. 8, 1978 92 Stat. 533 Sept. 30, 1978 Effective Date of 1977 Amendment Pub. L. 9594, title I,  106 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 661 Oct. 1, 1977  6565. Advancement by Secretary of Senate of travel funds to employees under his jurisdiction for Federal Election Campaign Act travel expenses  The Secretary of the Senate is hereafter authorized to advance, in his discretion, to any designated employee under his jurisdiction, such sums as may be necessary, not exceeding $1,500, to defray official travel expenses in assisting the Secretary in carrying out his duties under the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 [ 52 U.S.C. 30101 ( Pub. L. 92607 Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1505  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971, referred to in text, is Pub. L. 92225 Feb. 7, 1972 86 Stat. 3 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61a9 of this title  6566. Authority to procure technical support and other services and incur travel expenses; payment of such expenses  For the purpose of carrying out his duties under the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 [ 52 U.S.C. 30101 July 1, 1972 section 4301(i) of this title ( Pub. L. 92342,  101 July 10, 1972 86 Stat. 435  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971, referred to in text, is Pub. L. 92225 Feb. 7, 1972 86 Stat. 3 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 442 of this title Section was enacted as part of Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1973.  6567. Funds for Secretary of Senate to assist in proper discharge within United States of responsibilities to foreign parliamentary groups or other foreign officials (a) In general On and after July 11, 1987 (b) Effective date The provisions of subsection (a) shall be effective in the case of expenditures for fiscal years ending after September 30, 1986 (c) Transfer of funds Upon the written request of the Secretary of the Senate, and upon notification to the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, there shall be transferred any amount of funds available under subsection (a) specified in the request, but not to exceed $15,000 in any fiscal year, from the appropriation account (within the contingent fund of the Senate) for expenses of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate to the appropriation account for the expense allowance of the Secretary of the Senate. Any funds so transferred shall be available in like manner and for the same purposes as are other funds in the account to which the funds are transferred. ( Pub. L. 10071, title I,  2 July 11, 1987 101 Stat. 423 Pub. L. 10290, title I,  4 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 450 Pub. L. 10518, title II,  7003(a) June 12, 1997 111 Stat. 192 Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  6 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3170 Pub. L. 11694, div. P, title XV,  1501 Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 3209  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 65f of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1987. Amendments 2019Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 11694 2004Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 108447 1997Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10518 1991Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 10290 July 11, 1987 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1997 Amendment Pub. L. 10518, title II,  7003(b) June 12, 1997 111 Stat. 192 The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall be effective with respect to appropriations for fiscal years beginning on or after October 1, 1996  6568. Banking and financial transactions of Secretary of Senate (a) Reimbursement of banks for costs of clearing items for Senate The Secretary of the Senate is authorized to reimburse any bank which clears items for the United States Senate for the costs incurred therein. Such reimbursements shall be made from the contingent fund of the Senate. (b) Check cashing regulations for Disbursing Office of Senate The Secretary of the Senate is authorized to prescribe such regulations as he deems necessary to govern the cashing of personal checks by the Disbursing Office of the Senate. (c) Amounts withheld from disbursements for employee indebtedness Whenever an employee whose compensation is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate becomes indebted to the Senate and such employee fails to pay such indebtedness, the Secretary of the Senate is authorized to withhold the amount of the indebtedness from any amount which is disbursed by him and which is due to, or on behalf of, such employee. Whenever an amount is withheld under this section, the appropriate account shall be credited in an amount equal to the amount so withheld. ( Pub. L. 94440, title I,  104 Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1443  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 60c2a of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1977.  6569 to 6571. Repealed. Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1(a) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2525   Section 6569, R.S.  65, 66; Feb. 18, 1875, ch. 80,  1 18 Stat. 316 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(55) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1738  Section 6570, R.S.  67; Feb. 18, 1875, ch. 80,  1 18 Stat. 316  Section 6571, R.S.  68; Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(56) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1738  6572. Purchases of stationery and materials for folding  Purchases of stationery and materials for folding shall be made in accordance with section 4104 of this title All contracts and bonds for purchases made under the authority of this section shall be filed with the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. ( Mar. 3, 1887, ch. 392,  1 24 Stat. 596 Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753 60 Stat. 814 Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(58) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1738 Pub. L. 113235, div. H, title I,  1(b) Dec. 16, 2014 128 Stat. 2525  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 112 of this title Amendments 2014 Pub. L. 113235 section 4104 of this title 1996 Pub. L. 104186 1946Act Aug. 2, 1946 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1946 Amendment Act Aug. 2, 1946, ch. 753, title I,  142 60 Stat. 834 Jan. 2, 1947  6573. Senate revolving fund for stationery allowances; availability of unexpended balances; withdrawals  There is established within the Contingent Fund of the Senate a revolving fund which shall consist of (1) the unexpended balance of the appropriation Contingent Expenses, Senate, Stationery, fiscal year 1957, (2) any amounts hereafter appropriated for stationery allowances of the President of the Senate, and for stationery for use of officers of the Senate and the Conference of the Majority and the Conference of the Minority of the Senate, and (3) any undeposited amounts heretofore received, and any amounts hereafter received as proceeds of sales by the stationery room of the Senate. Any moneys in the fund shall be available until expended for use in the same manner and for the same purposes as funds heretofore appropriated to the Contingent Fund of the Senate for stationery, except that (1) the balance of any amount appropriated for stationery for use of committees and officers of the Senate which remains unexpended at the end of any fiscal year and (2) allowances which are not available for obligation due to vacancies or waiver of entitlement thereto, shall be withdrawn from the revolving fund. Disbursements from the fund shall be made upon vouchers approved by the Secretary of the Senate, or his designee. ( Pub. L. 8558 June 21, 1957 71 Stat. 188 Pub. L. 92607 l Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1508 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 l Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 Pub. L. 10555, title I,  7 Oct. 7, 1997 111 Stat. 1181  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 46a1 of this title Amendments 1997 Pub. L. 10555 section 1101 of Pub. L. 8558 contingent expenses of the senate 1980 Pub. L. 96304,  112(b)(3) 1972 Pub. L. 92607 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1980 Amendment Pub. L. 96304, title I,  112(b) July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 892 section 112(b)(3) of Pub. L. 96304 Feb. 28, 1981 Effective Date of 1972 Amendment Pub. L. 92607 l Oct. 31, 1972 86 Stat. 1508 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  108(a) Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 773 Pub. L. 96304, title I,  101 July 8, 1980 94 Stat. 889 l Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189 l Jan. 1, 1973 Transfer of Moneys to Fund by Secretary of the Senate Pub. L. 101163, title I,  6 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1045 On and after the date this Act becomes law [ Nov. 21, 1989 2 U.S.C. 46a1 2 U.S.C. 6573  6574. Senate Office of Public Records Revolving Fund (a) Establishment There is established in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund within the contingent fund of the Senate to be known as the Senate Office of Public Records Revolving Fund (hereafter in this section referred to as the revolving fund). (b) Source of moneys for deposit in Fund; availability of moneys in Fund All moneys received on and after October 1, 1989 (c) Vouchers Disbursements from the revolving fund shall be made upon vouchers approved by the Secretary of the Senate. (d) Regulations The Secretary of the Senate is authorized to prescribe such regulations as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this section. (e) Transfer of moneys into Fund To provide capital for the revolving fund, the Secretary of the Senate is authorized to transfer, from moneys appropriated for fiscal year 1990 to the account Miscellaneous Items in the contingent fund of the Senate, to the revolving fund such sum as he may determine necessary, not to exceed $30,000. ( Pub. L. 101163, title I,  13 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1047  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 687 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1990, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1990.  6575. Fees for copies from Senate journals  The Secretary of the Senate is entitled, for transcribing and certifying extracts from the journal of the Senate or the executive Journal of the Senate when the injunction of secrecy has been removed, except when such transcripts are required by an officer of the United States in a matter relating to the duties of his office, to receive from the persons for whom such transcripts are prepared the sum of 10 cents for each sheet containing one hundred words. (R.S.  71; Pub. L. 104186, title II,  204(61) Aug. 20, 1996 110 Stat. 1738  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 114 of this title R.S.  71 derived from acts Sept. 15, 1789, ch. 14,  6 1 Stat. 69 Aug. 8, 1846, ch. 107,  2 9 Stat. 80 Apr. 23, 1856, ch. 20 11 Stat. 5 Amendments 1996 Pub. L. 104186  6576. Senate Gift Shop (a) Establishment The Secretary of the Senate is authorized to establish a Senate Gift Shop for the purpose of providing for the sale of gift items to Members of the Senate, staff, and the general public. (b) Deposit of receipts All moneys received from sales and other services by the Senate Gift Shop shall be deposited in the revolving fund established by subsection (c) and shall be available for purposes of this section. (c) Revolving fund (1) There is established in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund within the contingent fund of the Senate to be known as the Senate Gift Shop Revolving Fund (hereafter referred to in this section as the fund). The fund shall consist of all amounts collected or received by the Secretary of the Senate from sales and services by the Senate Gift Shop. All moneys in the fund shall be available without fiscal year limitation for disbursement by the Secretary of the Senate in connection with the operation of the Senate Gift Shop, including supplies, equipment, and other expenses. In addition, such moneys may be used by the Secretary of the Senate to reimburse the Senate appropriations account, appropriated under the heading  Salaries, Officers and Employees Office of the Secretary (2) The Secretary of the Senate may transfer from the fund to the Capitol Preservation Fund the net profits (as determined by the Secretary) from sales of items by the Senate Gift Shop which are intended to benefit the Capitol Visitor Center. (3) The Secretary of the Senate may transfer from the fund to the Senate Employee Child Care Center proceeds from the sale of holiday ornaments by the Senate Gift Shop for the purpose of funding necessary activities and expenses of the Center, including scholarships, educational supplies, and equipment. (d) Exception to prohibition of sale or solicitation on Capitol Grounds The provisions of section 5104(c) of title 40 (e) Transfer of moneys from Stationery Revolving Fund To provide capital for the fund, the Secretary of the Senate is authorized to transfer, from moneys in the Stationery Revolving Fund in the contingent fund of the Senate, to the fund such sum as he may determine necessary, not to exceed $300,000. (f) Authorization to expend from appropriations account for initial expenses For the purpose of acquiring supplies, equipment, and meeting other initial expenses in implementing subsection (a), the Secretary of the Senate is authorized, upon October 6, 1992 (g) Disbursement on approved voucher Disbursements from the fund shall be made upon vouchers approved by the Secretary of the Senate, or his designee. (h) Regulations The Secretary of the Senate is authorized to prescribe such regulations as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this section. ( Pub. L. 102392, title I,  2 Oct. 6, 1992 106 Stat. 1706 Pub. L. 10768, title I,  107(a) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 568 Pub. L. 11039,  1 June 21, 2007 121 Stat. 231  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1991, referred to in subsec. (f), is Pub. L. 101520 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2254 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 121d of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1993, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1993. In subsec. (d),  section 5104(c) of title 40 section 4 of the Act of July 31, 1946 40 U.S.C. 193d Pub. L. 107217,  5(c) Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1303 Amendments 2007Subsec. (c)(3). Pub. L. 11039 2001Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10768 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2001 Amendment Pub. L. 10768, title I,  107(b) Nov. 12, 2001 115 Stat. 569 The amendments made by this section [amending this section] shall apply to fiscal years beginning before, on, or after the date of enactment of this Act [ Nov. 12, 2001 Additional Capitalization Pub. L. 103283, title I,  1 July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1426 Effective on and after the date of enactment of this Act [ July 22, 1994 Public Law 102392 2 U.S.C. 121d(c) 2 U.S.C. 6576(c)  6577. Senate legislative information system (a) Development and implementation by Secretary of Senate The Secretary of the Senate, with the oversight and approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, shall oversee the development and implementation of a comprehensive Senate legislative information system. (b) Cooperative effort In carrying out this section, the Secretary of the Senate shall consult and work with officers and employees of the House of Representatives. Legislative branch agencies and departments and agencies of the executive branch shall provide cooperation, consultation, and assistance as requested by the Secretary of the Senate to carry out this section. (c) Funding Any funds that were appropriated under the heading Secretary of the Senate for expenses of the Office of the Secretary of the Senate by the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1995, to remain available until September 30, 1998 September 30, 2000 (d) Regulations The Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate may prescribe such regulations as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this section. (e) Effective date This section shall be effective for fiscal years beginning on or after October 1, 1996 ( Pub. L. 104197, title I,  8 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2398  Editorial Notes  References in Text The Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1995, referred to in subsec. (c), is Pub. L. 103283 July 22, 1994 108 Stat. 1423 Pub. L. 103283 108 Stat. 1425 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 123e of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1997, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1997.  6578. Senate Leaders Lecture Series (a) Establishment There is established the Senate Leaders Lecture Series (hereinafter referred to as the lecture series). Expenses incurred in connection with the lecture series shall be paid from the appropriations account Secretary of the Senate within the contingent fund of the Senate and shall not exceed $30,000 in any fiscal year. (b) Expenses covered Payments for expenses in connection with the lecture series may cover expenses incurred by speakers, including travel, subsistence, and per diem, and the cost of receptions, including food, food related items, and hospitality. (c) Payments for expenses Payments for expenses of the lecture series shall be made on vouchers approved by the Secretary of the Senate. (d) Effective date This section is effective on and after October 1, 1997 ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  5 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2433  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 69b of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1999, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1999. SUBCHAPTER III SERGEANT AT ARMS AND DOORKEEPER OF SENATE Part A Organization and Personnel  6591. Repealed. Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(H) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2776   Section, Pub. L. 88426, title II,  203(g) Aug. 14, 1964 78 Stat. 415 Pub. L. 93371,  4 Aug. 13, 1974 88 Stat. 429 Pub. L. 9459, title I,  105 July 25, 1975 89 Stat. 275 Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(A) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2775 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective on the later of the first day of the first applicable pay period beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title  6592. Limitation on compensation of Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate  The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate shall receive, directly or indirectly, no fees or other compensation or emolument whatever for performing the duties of the office, or in connection therewith, other than the salary prescribed by law. ( June 20, 1874, ch. 328 18 Stat. 85  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 62 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Similar Provisions Provisions similar to those in this section were also contained in act Mar. 3, 1875, ch. 129 18 Stat. 344  6593. Deputy Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper to act on death, resignation, disability, or absence of Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate  In the event of the death, resignation, or disability of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, the Deputy Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper shall act as Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of that office in all matters until such time as a new Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate shall have been elected and qualified or such disability shall have been ended. For purposes of this section, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate shall be considered as disabled only during such period of time as the Majority and Minority Leaders and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate certify jointly to the Senate that the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is unable to perform his duties. In the event that the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is absent, the Deputy Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper shall act during such absence as the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the office in all matters. ( Pub. L. 9751,  128 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 966  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61e3 of this title  6594. Compensation of Deputy Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate  Effective August 1, 1979 ( Pub. L. 94226,  1(a) Mar. 9, 1976 90 Stat. 203 Pub. L. 9638, title I,  106(1) July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 112  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61e1 of this title Amendments 1979 Pub. L. 9638 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries  Change of Name Pub. L. 94226,  1(c) Mar. 9, 1976 90 Stat. 203 Effective on the date of enactment of this resolution [ Mar. 9, 1976 Effective Date Pub. L. 94226,  1(b) Mar. 9, 1976 90 Stat. 203 Subsection (a) [enacting this section] shall take effect on January 1, 1976 Authority of President Pro Tempore of the Senate To Raise or Adjust Rate of Compensation Pub. L. 94226,  1(a) Mar. 9, 1976 90 Stat. 203 This subsection [this section] does not supersede (1) any provision of an order of the President pro tempore of the Senate authorizing a higher rate of compensation, and (2) any authority of the President pro tempore to adjust the rate of compensation referred to in this subsection [this section] under section 4 of the Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 [ section 4571 of this title  6595. Compensation of Administrative Assistant to Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate Effective August 1, 1979 (1) the maximum annual rate of compensation of the Administrative Assistant to the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate shall be the same as the highest maximum annual rate of compensation that may be paid to an employee in the office of a Senator; and (2) Omitted ( Pub. L. 9638, title I,  106(2) July 25, 1979 93 Stat. 112  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61e2 of this title Section consists of pars. (2) and (3) of section 106 of Pub. L. 9638 Par. (2), relating to maximum annual rate of compensation of Executive Assistant to Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate, was omitted from the Code in view of section 6597 of this title Oct. 1, 1981  6596. Employment of personnel by Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate at daily rates of compensation; authorization; limitation on amount of compensation  The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, in carrying out the duties of his office, is authorized to employ personnel at daily rates of compensation; no individual so employed shall be paid at a daily rate of compensation which is in excess of the per diem equivalent of the highest gross rate of annual compensation which may be paid to employees of a standing committee of the Senate; and payments under authority of this section shall be made from the account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, for the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, upon vouchers approved by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 98367, title I,  6 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 475  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61f9 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1985, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1985.  6597. Abolition of statutory positions in Office of Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate; authority to establish and fix compensation for positions  Effective October 1, 1981 ( Pub. L. 9751,  116 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 963  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61f7 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Transfer of Jurisdiction of Senate Chamber Public Address System From Architect of Capitol to Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate Pub. L. 10290, title I,  8 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 451  (a) Effective October 1, 1991 (1) in the case of days of annual leave to the credit of any such employee as of the date such employee is transferred, the Architect of the Capitol is authorized to make payment to each such employee for that annual leave, and no such payment shall be considered a payment or compensation within the meaning of any law relating to dual compensation; and (2) for purposes of section 8339(m) of title 5 (b) The Architect of the Capitol shall provide the maintenance of the Senate chamber public address system until such system is replaced by a combined public address and audio broadcast system. Transfer of Jurisdiction of Elevators in Capitol Building Under Control of Senate From Architect of Capitol to Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate Pub. L. 10290, title I,  9 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 452  (a) Subject to subsection (b), those employees of the Architect of the Capitol engaged in operating elevators in that part of the United States Capitol Building under the control and jurisdiction of the United States Senate, together with the elevator operating functions performed by such employees, effective October 1, 1991 (b) The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is authorized to enter into an agreement or other arrangement with the Architect of the Capitol regarding the supervision of such employees. Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of the Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91656 section 4571 of this title  6598. Designation by Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate of persons to approve vouchers for payment of moneys  The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate (hereinafter in this section referred to as the Sergeant at Arms) may designate one or more employees in the Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to approve, on his behalf, any voucher for payment of moneys, payroll action, or personnel action which the Sergeant at Arms is authorized to approve. Whenever the Sergeant at Arms makes a designation under the authority of the preceding sentence, he shall immediately notify the Committee on Rules and Administration in writing of the designation, and thereafter any approval of any voucher for payment of moneys, payroll action, or personnel action by an employee so designated shall (until such designation is revoked and the Sergeant at Arms notifies the Committee on Rules and Administration in writing of the revocation) be deemed and held to be approved by the Sergeant at Arms for all intents and purposes. ( Pub. L. 98181, title I,  1201 Nov. 30, 1983 97 Stat. 1289 Pub. L. 116344,  1 Jan. 13, 2021 134 Stat. 5141  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61e4 of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1984. Amendments 2021 Pub. L. 116344  6599. Use by Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate of individual consultants or organizations, and department and agency personnel For each fiscal year (beginning with the fiscal year which ends September 30, 1982 (1) the procurement of the services, on a temporary basis, of individual consultants, or organizations thereof, with the prior consent of the Committee on Rules and Administration; such services may be procured by contract with the providers acting as independent contractors, or in the case of individuals, by employment at daily rates of compensation not in excess of the per diem equivalent of the highest gross rate of annual compensation which may be paid to employees of a standing committee of the Senate; and any such contract shall not be subject to the provisions of section 6101 of title 41 (2) with the prior consent of the Government department or agency concerned and the Committee on Rules and Administration, use on a reimbursable basis (with reimbursement payable at the end of each calendar quarter for services rendered during such quarter) of the services of personnel of any such department or agency. Payments made under this section shall be made upon vouchers approved by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 9751,  117 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 964 Pub. L. 97257, title I,  103 Sept. 10, 1982 96 Stat. 849 Pub. L. 98367, title I,  7 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 475 Pub. L. 100458, title I,  7 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2162  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61f8 of this title In par. (1),  section 6101 of title 41 section 5 of title 41 Pub. L. 111350,  6(c) Jan. 4, 2011 124 Stat. 3854 Amendments 1988 Pub. L. 100458 1984 Pub. L. 98367 1982Par. (1). Pub. L. 97257 section 5 of title 41 Part B General Powers and Duties  6611. Transfer authority and Sergeant at Arms Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Fund (a) In general The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is authorized, with the approval of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, to transfer, during any fiscal year, from the appropriations account, appropriated under the headings Salaries, Officers and Employees and Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper, such sums as he shall specify to the appropriations account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, for expenses of the Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate; and any funds so transferred shall be available in like manner and for the same purposes as are other funds in the account to which the funds are transferred. (b) Sergeant at Arms Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Fund (1) Definitions In this subsection (A) the term Fund means the Sergeant at Arms Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Fund established under paragraph (2); and (B) the term Sergeant at Arms means the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. (2) Establishment There is established under the heading  Contingent Expenses of the Senate (3) Use of amounts Amounts in the Fund shall be available to the Sergeant at Arms for purposes of the business continuity and disaster recovery needs of the Senate. (4) Authority to transfer (A) In general Subject to subparagraph (C), prior to the date of the withdrawal of amounts appropriated under the heading  Contingent Expenses of the Senatesergeant at arms and doorkeeper of the senate section 4107 of this title (B) Period of availability Amounts transferred under subparagraph (A) shall remain available until expended. (C) Notice If the Sergeant at Arms intends to transfer amounts under subparagraph (A), the Sergeant at Arms shall submit to the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate written notice not later than 15 days before the date of the withdrawal of such amounts in accordance with section 4107 of this title (D) Applicability The authority to transfer amounts under this paragraph shall apply with respect to amounts appropriated for fiscal year 2022, or any fiscal year thereafter. (5) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to the Fund such sums as are necessary for fiscal year 2022 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 101520, title I,  5 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2258 Pub. L. 117103, div. I, title I,  103 Mar. 15, 2022 136 Stat. 505  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 686a of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1991, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1991. Amendments 2022 Pub. L. 117103  6612. Travel expenses of Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate  For the purpose of carrying out his duties, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is authorized to incur official travel expenses during each fiscal year not to exceed the sums made available for such purpose under appropriations Acts. With the approval of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate and in accordance with such regulations as may be promulgated by the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, the Secretary of the Senate is authorized to advance to the Sergeant at Arms or to any designated employee under the jurisdiction of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper, such sums as may be necessary to defray official travel expenses incurred in carrying out the duties of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper. The receipt of any such sum so advanced to the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper or to any designated employee shall be taken and passed by the accounting officers of the Government as a full and sufficient voucher; but it shall be the duty of the traveler, as soon as practicable, to furnish to the Secretary of the Senate a detailed voucher of the expenses incurred for the travel with respect to which the sum was so advanced, and make settlement with respect to such sum. Payments under this section shall be made from funds included in the appropriations account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, for the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, upon vouchers approved by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper. ( Pub. L. 94303, title I,  117 June 1, 1976 90 Stat. 615 Pub. L. 95391, title I,  106 Sept. 30, 1978 92 Stat. 772 Pub. L. 9686,  111(c) Oct. 12, 1979 93 Stat. 661 Pub. L. 9712, title I,  108 June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 62 Pub. L. 100458, title I,  6 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2161 Pub. L. 101520, title I,  6 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2258  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61f1a of this title Amendments 1990 Pub. L. 101520 1988 Pub. L. 100458 1981 Pub. L. 9712 1979 Pub. L. 9686 1978 Pub. L. 95391 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1990 Amendment Pub. L. 101520, title I,  6 Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2258 Sept. 30, 1990 Effective Date of 1988 Amendment Pub. L. 100458, title I,  6 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2161 Sept. 30, 1988 Effective Date of 1981 Amendment Pub. L. 9712, title I,  108 June 5, 1981 95 Stat. 62 Sept. 30, 1981 Effective Date of 1979 Amendment Pub. L. 9686,  111(c) Oct. 12, 1979 93 Stat. 661 Sept. 30, 1980  6613. Advances to Sergeant at Arms of Senate for extraordinary expenses  The Secretary of the Senate on and after July 31, 1958 ( Pub. L. 85570 July 31, 1958 72 Stat. 442 Pub. L. 94440, title I,  108 Oct. 1, 1976 90 Stat. 1445 Pub. L. 9526, title I,  104 May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 82  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 65b of this title Amendments 1977 Pub. L. 9526 1976 Pub. L. 94440  6614. Funds advanced by Secretary of Senate to Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate to defray office expenses; accountability; maximum amount; vouchers  From funds available for any fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year ending September 30, 1984 In accordance with the provisions of this section, a detailed voucher shall be submitted to the Secretary of the Senate by such Sergeant at Arms whenever necessary, in order to replenish funds expended. ( Pub. L. 9851, title I,  104 July 14, 1983 97 Stat. 266  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 65d of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1984, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1984.  6615. Deposit of moneys for credit to account within Senate contingent fund for Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate  Any provision of law which is enacted prior to October 1, 1983 October 1, 1983 ( Pub. L. 98181, title I,  1202 Nov. 30, 1983 97 Stat. 1289  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 684 of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1984.  6616. Support services for Senate during emergency; memorandum of understanding with an executive agency (a) Authorization Notwithstanding any other provision of law (1) subject to paragraph (3), the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate and the head of an executive agency (as defined in section 105 of title 5 (2) the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate and the head of the agency may take any action necessary to carry out the terms of the memorandum of understanding; and (3) the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate may enter into a memorandum of understanding described in paragraph (1) consistent with the Senate Procurement Regulations. (b) Obligations and expenditures The Sergeant at Arms of the Senate may incur obligations and make expenditures for meals, refreshments, and other support and maintenance for Members, officers, and employees of the Senate when such obligations and expenditures are necessary to respond to emergencies involving the safety of human life or the protection of property. (c) Applicability This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2002 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 107117, div. B,  902 Jan. 10, 2002 115 Stat. 2316 Pub. L. 11694, div. P, title XV,  1502 Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 3209  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 130g of this title Section is from the Emergency Supplemental Act, 2002, which is div. B of the Department of Defense and Emergency Supplemental Appropriations for Recovery from and Response to Terrorist Attacks on the United States Act, 2002. Amendments 2019Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 11694,  1502(1)(A)(i) Subsec. (a)(3). Pub. L. 11694,  1502(1)(A)(ii) Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 11694,  1502(2)  6617. Law enforcement authority of Sergeant-at-Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate (a) In general The Sergeant-at-Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate shall have the same law enforcement authority, including the authority to carry firearms, as a member of the Capitol Police. The law enforcement authority under the preceding sentence shall be subject to the requirement that the Sergeant-at-Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate have the qualifications specified in subsection (b). (b) Qualifications The qualifications referred to in subsection (a) are the following: (1) A minimum of 5 years of experience as a law enforcement officer before beginning service as the Sergeant-at-Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. (2) Current certification in the use of firearms by the appropriate Federal law enforcement entity or an equivalent non-Federal entity. (3) Any other firearms qualification required for members of the Capitol Police. (c) Regulations The Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate shall have authority to prescribe regulations to carry out this section. ( Pub. L. 111145,  8 Mar. 4, 2010 124 Stat. 56  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61f14 of this title  6618. Data processing equipment, software, and services  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Sergeant at Arms, subject to the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration, is hereafter authorized to enter into multi-year contracts for data processing equipment, software, and services. ( Pub. L. 9432, title I June 12, 1975 89 Stat. 182 Pub. L. 9526, title I,  103 May 4, 1977 91 Stat. 82  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 123c of this title Section is from the Second Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1975. Amendments 1977 Pub. L. 9526  6619. Advance payments for computer programing services  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, subject to the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration, is on and after July 6, 1981 ( Pub. L. 9720 July 6, 1981 95 Stat. 104  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 123c1 of this title  6620. Provision of services and equipment on a reimbursable basis (a) In general Subject to the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate may provide services and equipment funded by appropriations available to the Senate to persons and entities not funded by such appropriations. (b) Reimbursement required The provision of services and equipment under subsection (a) shall be on a reimbursable basis. (c) Crediting of reimbursed amounts In the case of services or equipment provided under subsection (a) that were procured using amounts available to the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate in the account for Contingent Expenses, Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, amounts received under subsection (b) as reimbursement for the provision of such services or equipment shall be credited to that account or, if applicable, to any subaccount of that account. Amounts credited to any such account or subaccount shall be merged with amounts in that account or subaccount and shall be available to the same extent, and subject to the same terms and conditions, as amounts in that account or subaccount. (d) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2004 and each succeeding fiscal year. ( Pub. L. 10883, title I,  9 Sept. 30, 2003 117 Stat. 1013  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61f11 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2004.  6621. Payment for telecommunications equipment and services; definitions As used in sections 6621 to 6623 of this title, the term (1) Sergeant at Arms means the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the United States Senate; and (2) user means any Senator, Officer of the Senate, Committee, office, or entity provided telephone equipment and services by the Sergeant at Arms. ( Pub. L. 100123,  1 Oct. 5, 1987 101 Stat. 794  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 58a1 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Pub. L. 100123,  4 Oct. 5, 1987 101 Stat. 795 This Act [enacting this section and sections 6622 and 6623 of this title] shall take effect on October 1, 1987  6622. Certification of telecommunications equipment and services as official (a) Regulations issued by Committee on Rules and Administration Subject to such regulations as may hereafter be issued by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, the Sergeant at Arms shall have the authority, with respect to telephone equipment and services provided to any user on a reimbursable basis (including repair or replacement), solely for the purposes of this section, to make such certification as may be necessary to establish such services and equipment as official, issue invoices in conjunction therewith, and receive payment for such services and equipment by certification, voucher, or otherwise. (b) Equipment and services provided on reimbursable basis For purposes of sections 6621 to 6623 of this title, telephone equipment and services provided to any user for which payment, prior to October 1, 1987 October 1, 1987 (c) Establishment of reasonable charges Subject to the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration, the Sergeant at Arms may establish reasonable charges for telephone equipment and services provided to any user which may be in addition to that regularly authorized by the Committee. (d) Disposition of moneys received All moneys, derived from payments for telephone equipment and services provided from funds from the Appropriation Account within the contingent fund of the Senate for Contingent Expenses, Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate under the line item for Telecommunications (including receipts from carriers and others for loss or damage to such services or equipment for which repair or replacement has been provided by the Sergeant at Arms), and all other moneys received by the Sergeant at Arms as charges or commissions for telephone services, shall be deposited in and made a part of such Appropriation Account and under such line item, and shall be available for expenditure or obligation, or both, in like manner and subject to the same limitations as any other moneys in such account and under such line item. (e) Committee authority to classify or reclassify equipment and services Nothing in sections 6621 to 6623 of this title shall be construed as limiting or otherwise affecting the authority of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate to classify or reclassify telephone equipment and services provided to any user as equipment or services for which reimbursement may or may not be required. ( Pub. L. 100123,  2 Oct. 5, 1987 101 Stat. 794 Pub. L. 101163, title I,  3 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1044  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 58a2 of this title Amendments 1989Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 101163 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Oct. 1, 1987 section 4 of Pub. L. 100123 section 6621 of this title  6623. Report on telecommunications to Committee on Rules and Administration  The Sergeant at Arms shall report to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, at such time or times, and in such form and manner, as the Committee may direct, on expenditures made, and revenues received, pursuant to sections 6621 to 6623 of this title. It shall be the function of the Sergeant at Arms to advise the Committee, as soon as possible, of any dispute regarding payments to and from such Appropriation Account as related to the line item for Telecommunications, including any amounts due and unpaid by any user, if any such dispute has remained unresolved for a period of at least 60 days. ( Pub. L. 100123,  3 Oct. 5, 1987 101 Stat. 795  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 58a3 of this title Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Oct. 1, 1987 section 4 of Pub. L. 100123 section 6621 of this title  6624. Metered charges on copiers; Sergeant at Arms and user defined; certification of services and equipment as official; deposit of payments; availability for expenditure (a) As used in this section, the term (1) Sergeant at Arms means the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the United States Senate; and (2) user means any Senator, Officer of the Senate, Committee, office, or entity provided copiers by the Sergeant at Arms. (b) (1) Subject to such regulations as may on and after November 5, 1990 (2) All moneys, derived from the payment of metered charges on copying equipment provided from funds from the Appropriation Account within the contingent fund of the Senate for Contingent Expenses, Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate under the line item for the Service Department, shall be deposited in and made a part of such Appropriation Account and under such line item, and shall be available for expenditure or obligation, or both, in like manner and subject to the same limitations as any other moneys in such account and under such line item. ( Pub. L. 101520, title I,  4(a) Nov. 5, 1990 104 Stat. 2257  Editorial Notes  References in Text This section, referred to in text, means section 4 of Pub. L. 101520 section 6314 of this title section 6314 of this title Codification Section was formerly classified to section 58a4 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1991, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1991. Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date Section effective Oct. 1, 1990 section 4(d) of Pub. L. 101520 section 6314 of this title  6625. Receipts from sales of items by Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate, to Senators, etc., to be credited to appropriation from which purchased  In any case in which appropriated funds are used by a Senator or a committee or office of the Senate to purchase from the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate items which were purchased by him from the appropriation for miscellaneous items under Contingent Expenses of the Senate in any appropriation Act, the amounts received by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper shall be deposited in the Treasury of the United States for credit to such appropriation. This section does not apply to amounts received from the sale of used or surplus furniture and equipment. ( Pub. L. 96214 Mar. 24, 1980 94 Stat. 122  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 111a of this title  6626. Reimbursements to Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate for equipment provided to Senators, etc., which has been lost, stolen, damaged, or otherwise unaccounted for; deposit of receipts  The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate shall deposit in the United States Treasury for credit to the appropriation account, within the contingent fund of the Senate, for the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, all moneys received by him as reimbursement for equipment provided to Senators, committee chairmen, and other officers and employees of the Senate, which has been lost, stolen, damaged, or otherwise unaccounted for. ( Pub. L. 98367, title I,  5 July 17, 1984 98 Stat. 475  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117d of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1985, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1985.  6627. Compensation for lost or damaged property (a) In general Any amounts received by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate (in this section referred to as the Sergeant at Arms) for compensation for damage to, loss of, or loss of use of property of the Sergeant at Arms that was procured using amounts available to the Sergeant at Arms in the account for Contingent Expenses, Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, shall be credited to that account or, if applicable, to any subaccount of that account. (b) Availability Amounts credited to any account or subaccount under subsection (a) shall be merged with amounts in that account or subaccount and shall be available to the same extent, and subject to the same terms and conditions, as amounts in that account or subaccount. (c) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2005 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  8 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3170  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117d1 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005.  6628. Treatment of electronic services provided by Sergeant at Arms (a) In general In this section (1) the term agent of the Office of the SAA includes a provider of electronic communication service or remote computing service commissioned or used through the Office of the SAA by a Senate office to provide such services to the Senate office; (2) the term electronic communication service has the meaning given that term in section 2510 of title 18 (3) the term Office of the SAA means the Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate; (4) the term provider for a Senate office means a provider of electronic communication service or remote computing service directly commissioned or used by a Senate office to provide such services; (5) the term remote computing service has the meaning given that term in section 2711 of title 18 (6) the term Senate data, with respect to a Senate office, means any electronic mail or other electronic or data communication, other data (including metadata), or other information of the Senate office; and (7) the term Senate office means a committee or office of the Senate, including a Senator, an officer of the Senate, or an employee of, intern at, or other agent of a committee or office of the Senate. (b) Treatment (1) Retaining possession (A) In general A Senate office shall be deemed to retain possession of any Senate data of the Senate office, without regard to the use by the Senate office of any individual or entity described in paragraph (2) for the purposes of any function or service described in paragraph (2). (B) Rule of construction Subparagraph (A) shall not be construed to limit the use by an intended recipient of any Senate data from a Senate office. (2) Sergeant at Arms and providers for a Senate office The Office of the SAA, any officer, employee, or agent of the Office of the SAA, and any provider for a Senate office shall not be treated as acquiring possession, custody, or control of any Senate data by reason of its being transmitted, processed, or stored (whether temporarily or otherwise) through the use of an electronic system established, maintained, or operated, or the use of electronic services provided, in whole or in part by the Office of the SAA, the officer, employee, or agent of the Office of the SAA, or the provider for the Senate office. (c) Notification Notwithstanding any other provision of law or rule of civil or criminal procedure, the Office of the SAA, any officer, employee, or agent of the Office of the SAA, and any provider for a Senate office that is providing services to or used by a Senate office shall not be barred, through operation of any court order or any statutory provision, from notifying the Senate office of any legal process seeking disclosure of Senate data of the Senate office that is transmitted, processed, or stored (whether temporarily or otherwise) through the use of an electronic system established, maintained, or operated, or the use of electronic services provided, in whole or in part by the Office of the SAA, the officer, employee, or agent of the Office of the SAA, or the provider for a Senate office. (d) Motions to quash or modify Upon a motion made promptly by a Senate office or provider for a Senate office, a court of competent jurisdiction shall quash or modify any legal process directed to the provider for a Senate office if compliance with the legal process would require the disclosure of Senate data of the Senate office. (e) Information regarding implications of using providers The Office of the SAA, in consultation with the Senate Legal Counsel, shall provide information to each Senate office that commissions or uses a provider of electronic communication service or remote computing service to provide such services to the Senate office regarding the potential constitutional implications and the potential impact on privileges that may be asserted by the Senate office. (f) Applicable privileges Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit or supersede any applicable privilege, immunity, or other objection that may apply to the disclosure of Senate data. (g) Preemption Except as provided in this section, any provision of law or rule of civil or criminal procedure of any State, political subdivision, or agency thereof, which is inconsistent with this section shall be deemed to be preempted and superseded. (h) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2005 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 108447, div. G, title I,  10 Dec. 8, 2004 118 Stat. 3170 Pub. L. 109289, div. B, title II,  20701(c)(1) Pub. L. 1105,  2 Feb. 15, 2007 121 Stat. 38 Pub. L. 116260, div. FF, title IV,  401(a) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 3134  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61f12 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005. Amendments 2020 Pub. L. 116260 2007 Pub. L. 109289,  20701(c)(1) Pub. L. 1105 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2020 Amendment Pub. L. 116260, div. FF, title IV,  401(b) Dec. 27, 2020 134 Stat. 3135  (1) In this subsection, the terms Senate data and Senate office have the meanings given such terms in section 10 of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005 [ 2 U.S.C. 6628 (2) The amendments made by this section shall (A) take effect as though included in the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005 (division G of Public Law 108447 118 Stat. 3166 (B) apply with respect to (i) any legal process seeking disclosure of Senate data of a Senate office that is filed, issued, or made on or after the date of enactment of this Act [ Dec. 27, 2020 (ii) any matter that is pending on or after the date of enactment of this Act that relates to legal process described in clause (i) that is filed, issued, or made before the date of enactment of this Act, unless the Senate data of the Senate office was disclosed in accordance with such legal process before the date of enactment of this Act. Effective Date of 2007 Amendment Pub. L. 109289, div. B, title II,  20701(c)(2) Pub. L. 1105,  2 Feb. 15, 2007 121 Stat. 38 The amendments made by this subsection [amending this section] shall take effect as though included in the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005 [ Pub. L. 108447, div. G  6629. Purchase, lease, exchange, maintenance, and operation of vehicles out of account for Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate within Senate contingent fund; authorization of appropriations  For each fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year ending September 30, 1985 1 1 ( Pub. L. 9988, title I,  192 Aug. 15, 1985 99 Stat. 349 Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  3(a)] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290  Editorial Notes  References in Text Senate Resolution 90 of the 100th Congress, referred to in text, which was agreed to Jan. 28, 1987 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 685 of this title Section is from the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1985. Amendments 1987 Pub. L. 100202 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 1987 Amendment Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  3(b)] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 The amendments made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall be effective in the case of fiscal years ending after September 30, 1986  6630. Disposal of used or surplus furniture and equipment by Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate; procedure; deposit of receipts  Effective October 1, 1981 ( Pub. L. 9594, title I,  103 Aug. 5, 1977 91 Stat. 660 Pub. L. 9751,  118 Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 964  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 59c and then to section 117b of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriation Act, 1978, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1978. Amendments 1981 Pub. L. 9751 October 1, 1981 October 1, 1977  6631. Transfer of excess or surplus educationally useful equipment to public schools (a) Authorization The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate may directly, or through the General Services Administration, transfer title to excess or surplus educationally useful equipment to a public school. Any such transfer shall be completed at the lowest possible cost to the public school and the Senate. (b) Regulations The Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate shall prescribe regulations to carry out the provisions of this section. (c) Deposit of receipts Receipts from reimbursements for the costs of transfer of excess or surplus educationally useful equipment under this section, 1 1 (d) Definitions For the purposes of this section: (1) The term public school means a 2 2 section 7801 of title 20 (2) The term educationally useful equipment means computers and related peripheral tools, including printers, modems, routers, servers, computer keyboards, scanners, and other telecommunications and research equipment, that are appropriate for use in public school education. (e) Effective date This section shall take effect beginning with fiscal year 1997 and shall be effective each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 104197, title I,  5 Sept. 16, 1996 110 Stat. 2397 Pub. L. 107110, title X,  1076(a) Jan. 8, 2002 115 Stat. 2091 Pub. L. 11495, title IX,  9215(yy) Dec. 10, 2015 129 Stat. 2184  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117b2 of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1997, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1997. Amendments 2015Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 11495 2002Subsec. (d)(1). Pub. L. 107110 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2015 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 11495 Dec. 10, 2015 section 5 of Pub. L. 11495 section 6301 of Title 20 Effective Date of 2002 Amendment Amendment by Pub. L. 107110 Jan. 8, 2002 section 5 of Pub. L. 107110 section 6301 of Title 20  6632. Disposal of used or surplus automobiles and trucks by Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of Senate; procedure; deposit of receipts  On and after October 1, 1982 ( Pub. L. 97276,  101(e) Oct. 2, 1982 96 Stat. 1189  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 117c of this title Section is based on section 102 of S. 2939, Ninety-seventh Congress, 2d Session, as reported Sept. 22, 1982 section 101(e) of Pub. L. 97276  6633. Media support services (a) Definitions In this section, the terms national committee and political party have the meaning given such terms in section 30101 of title 52 (b) In general The official duties of employees of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate under the Senate Daily Press Gallery, the Senate Periodical Press Gallery, the Senate Press Photographers Gallery, and the Senate Radio and Television Correspondents Gallery may include providing media support services with respect to the presidential nominating conventions of the national committees of political parties. (c) Approval of Sergeant at Arms The terms and conditions under which employees perform official duties under subsection (b) shall be subject to the approval of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. (d) Effective date This section shall apply to fiscal year 2008 and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 110161, div. H, title I,  7 Dec. 26, 2007 121 Stat. 2222  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61f13 of this title Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2008, which is div. H of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008.  6634. Senate Hair Care Services (a) Appointment and compensation of personnel The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is authorized to appoint and fix the compensation of such employees as may be necessary to operate Senate Hair Care Services. (b) Establishment of revolving fund There is established in the Treasury of the United States within the contingent fund of the Senate a revolving fund to be known as the Senate Hair Care Services Revolving Fund (hereafter in this section referred to as the revolving fund). (c) Deposit and availability of moneys (1) All moneys received by Senate Hair Care Services from fees for services or from any other source shall be deposited in the revolving fund. (2) Moneys in the revolving fund shall be available without fiscal year limitation for disbursement by the Secretary of the Senate (A) for the payment of salaries of employees of Senate Hair Care Services; and (B) for necessary supplies, equipment, and other expenses of Senate Hair Care Services. (3) The provisions of section 5104(c) of title 40 (3)  1 1 Salaries, Officers and Employees (d) Disbursements upon vouchers Disbursements from the revolving fund shall be made upon vouchers signed by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, except that vouchers shall not be required for the disbursement of salaries paid at an annual rate. (e) Excess moneys At the direction of the Committee on Rules and Administration, the Secretary of the Senate shall withdraw from the revolving fund and deposit in the Treasury of the United States as miscellaneous receipts all moneys in the revolving fund that the Committee may determine are in excess of the current and reasonably foreseeable needs of Senate Hair Care Services. (f) Regulations The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate are authorized to prescribe such regulations as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this section, subject to the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration. (g) Transfer of unobligated balances There is transferred to the revolving fund established by this section any unobligated balance in the fund established by section 121a of this title (h) Omitted (i) Effective date This section shall be effective on and after October 1, 1998 October 21, 1998 ( Pub. L. 105275, title I,  6 Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2434 Pub. L. 10657, title I,  4 Sept. 29, 1999 113 Stat. 412 Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  3(a)] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763  Editorial Notes  References in Text Section 121a of this title Pub. L. 105275, title I,  6(h)(1) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2434 Codification Section was formerly classified to section 121b1 of this title Section is comprised of section 6 of Pub. L. 105275 section 6 of Pub. L. 105275 section 10 of title I of Pub. L. 100458 section 121a of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1999, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1999. In subsec. (c), in the first par. (3),  section 5104(c) of title 40 section 4 of the Act of July 31, 1946 40 U.S.C. 193d Pub. L. 107217,  5(c) Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1303 Amendments 2000Subsec. (c)(2)(A). Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  3(a)(1)] Subsec. (c)(3). Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  3(a)(2)] 1999Subsec. (c)(3). Pub. L. 10657 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of 2000 Amendment Pub. L. 106554,  1(a)(2) [title I,  3(b)] Dec. 21, 2000 114 Stat. 2763 This section [amending this section] shall apply to pay periods beginning on or after October 1, 2000 Senate Beauty Shop Pub. L. 100458, title I,  10 Oct. 1, 1988 102 Stat. 2162 Pub. L. 105275, title I,  6(h)(2) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2434  [(a) Repealed. Pub. L. 105275, title I,  6(h)(2) Oct. 21, 1998 112 Stat. 2434 [(b) Amended former section 121a of this title (c) Any individual who, on the date of the enactment of this section [ Oct. 1, 1988 section 8411 of title 5 section 8422 of title 5 (d) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, any service performed by an individual in the Senate Building Beauty Shop prior to the date of the enactment of this section [ Oct. 1, 1988 section 8411 of title 5 (1) on the date of the enactment of this Act, is an employee of the Senate Building Beauty Shop; (2) on or after the date of such enactment is employed by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper pursuant to subsection (a) of this section; and (3) payment is made of an amount, determined by the Office of Personnel Management, which would have been deducted and withheld from the basic pay of such employee under section 8422 of title 5 (e) The Office of Personnel Management shall accept the certification of the Secretary of the Senate concerning creditable service for the purpose of this section. (f) The foregoing provisions of this section shall take effect on October 1, 1988  6635. Office of Senate Health Promotion (a) Establishment The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is authorized to establish an Office of Senate Health Promotion. (b) Fees, assessments, and charges (1) In carrying out this section, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is authorized to establish, or provide for the establishment of, exercise classes and other health services and activities on a continuing and regular basis. In providing for such classes, services, and activities, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is authorized to impose and collect fees, assessments, and other charges to defray the costs involved in promoting the health of Members, officers, and employees of the Senate. For purposes of this section, the term employees of the Senate shall have such meaning as the Sergeant at Arms, by regulation, may prescribe. (2) All fees, assessments, and charges imposed and collected by the Sergeant at Arms pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be deposited in the revolving fund established pursuant to subsection (c) and shall be available for purposes of this section. (c) Senate Health Promotion Revolving Fund There is established in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund within the contingent fund of the Senate to be known as the Senate Health Promotion Revolving Fund (hereinafter referred to in this section as the fund). The fund shall consist of all amounts collected or received by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate as fees, assessments, and other charges for activities and services to carry out the provisions of this section. All moneys in the fund shall be available without fiscal year limitation for disbursement by the Secretary of the Senate for promoting the health of Members, officers, and employees of the Senate. On or before December 31 of each year, the Secretary of the Senate shall withdraw from the fund and deposit in the Treasury of the United States as miscellaneous receipts all moneys in excess of $5,000 in the fund at the close of the preceding fiscal year. (d) Vouchers Disbursements from the revolving fund shall be made upon vouchers signed by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. (e) Inapplicability of provisions prohibiting sales, advertisements, or solicitations in Capitol grounds The provisions of section 5104(c) of title 40 (f) Regulations The provisions of this section shall be carried out in accordance with regulations which shall be promulgated by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate and subject to approval at the beginning of each Congress by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate. ( Pub. L. 101163, title I,  4 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1044 Pub. L. 10290, title I,  2 Aug. 14, 1991 105 Stat. 450  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 121c of this title Section is from the Congressional Operations Appropriations Act, 1990, which is title I of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1990. In subsec. (e),  section 5104(c) of title 40 section 4 of the Act of July 31, 1946 40 U.S.C. 193d Pub. L. 107217,  5(c) Aug. 21, 2002 116 Stat. 1303 Amendments 1991Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 10290  6636. Senate Computer Center (a) Senate Computer Center Revolving Fund (1) There is hereby established in the Treasury of the United States a revolving fund within the contingent fund of the Senate to be known as the Senate Computer Center Revolving Fund (hereafter in this section referred to as the revolving fund). (2) The revolving fund shall be available only for paying the salaries of personnel employed under subsection (c), and agency contributions attributable thereto, and for paying refunds under contracts entered into under subsection (b). (3) Within 90 days after the end of each fiscal year, the Secretary of the Senate shall withdraw all amounts in the revolving fund in excess of $100,000, other than amounts required to make refunds under subsection (b)(2)(B), and shall deposit the amounts withdrawn in the Treasury of the United States as miscellaneous receipts. (b) Contracts for use of Senate computer; approval; terms (1) Subject to the provisions of paragraph (2), the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is authorized to enter into contracts with any agency or instrumentality of the legislative branch for the use of any available time on the Senate computer. (2) No contract may be entered into under paragraph (1) unless it has been approved by the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, and no such contract may extend beyond the end of the fiscal year in which it is entered into. Each contract entered into under paragraph (1) shall contain (A) a provision requiring full advance payment for the amount of time contracted for, and (B) a provision requiring refund of a proportionate amount of such advance payment if the total amount of time contracted for is not used. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any agency or instrumentality of the legislative branch is authorized to make advance payments under a contract entered into under paragraph (1). (c) Additional personnel To the extent that the personnel of the Senate Computer Center are unable to carry out the contracts entered into under subsection (b) according to their terms and conditions, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is authorized to employ such additional personnel for the Senate Computer Center as may be necessary to carry out such contracts, and to pay the salaries of such additional personnel, and agency contributions attributable thereto, from the revolving fund. Such additional personnel may temporarily be assigned to perform the regular functions of the Senate Computer Center when their services are not needed to carry out such contracts. (d) Disbursements Disbursements from the revolving fund under subsections (b) and (c) shall be made upon vouchers signed by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, except that vouchers shall not be required for the disbursement of salaries of employees paid at an annual rate. ( Pub. L. 94303, title I,  116 June 1, 1976 90 Stat. 614  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 123d of this title SUBCHAPTER IV CHAPLAIN  6651. Repealed. Pub. L. 11694, div. E, title II,  212(a)(3)(G) Dec. 20, 2019 133 Stat. 2776   Section, Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  2(a)] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Effective Date of Repeal Repeal effective on the later of the first day of the first applicable pay period beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2020 Dec. 20, 2019 section 212(c) of Pub. L. 11694 section 282b of this title  6652. Compensation of employees of Chaplain of Senate  The Chaplain of the Senate may appoint and fix the compensation of such employees as he deems appropriate, except that the amount which may be paid for any fiscal year as gross compensation for personnel in such Office for any fiscal year shall not exceed $147,000. ( Pub. L. 91145 Dec. 12, 1969 83 Stat. 340 Pub. L. 100202,  101(i) [title I,  2(b)] Dec. 22, 1987 101 Stat. 1329290 Pub. L. 101163, title I,  10 Nov. 21, 1989 103 Stat. 1046  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61d1 of this title Amendments 1989 Pub. L. 101163 1987 Pub. L. 100202 Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries Increases in Compensation Increases in compensation for Senate officers and employees under authority of Federal Pay Comparability Act of 1970 ( Pub. L. 91655 section 4571 of this title  6653. Postage allowance for Chaplain of Senate  The Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to procure and furnish each fiscal year (commencing with the fiscal year ending September 30, 1982 ( Pub. L. 9751,  127(b)(1) Oct. 1, 1981 95 Stat. 966  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61d2 of this title  6654. Payment of expenses of the Chaplain of the Senate from the contingent fund of the Senate (a) In general For each fiscal year there is authorized to be expended from the contingent fund of the Senate an amount, not in excess of $50,000 for the Chaplain of the Senate. Payments under this section shall be made only for expenses actually incurred by the Chaplain of the Senate in carrying out his functions, and shall be made upon certification and documentation of the expenses involved, by the Chaplain claiming payment under this section and upon vouchers approved by the Chaplain and by the Committee on Rules and Administration. Funds authorized for expenditure under this section may be used to purchase food or food related items. (b) Repeal of Revolving Fund (1) Omitted (2) Remaining funds Any funds in the Chaplain Expense Revolving Fund on the date of the repeal under this section shall be remitted to the general fund of the United States Treasury. (c) Effective date This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2004, and each fiscal year thereafter. ( Pub. L. 108199, div. H,  155 Jan. 23, 2004 118 Stat. 450  Editorial Notes Codification Section was formerly classified to section 61d4 of this title Section is comprised of section 155 of div. H of Pub. L. 108199 section 155 of Pub. L. 108199 section 61d3 of this title Section is from the Miscellaneous Appropriations and Offsets Act, 2004, which is division H of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2004.