To Extend the Defense Production Act of 1950: As Amended, Hearings Before ... , 91-2 on H.R. 17880 ... , June 16 ... July 7, 1970 |
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Page 270 - The Comptroller General shall investigate, at the seat of government or elsewhere, all matters relating to the receipt, disbursement, and application of public funds...
Page 3 - States courts of any Territory or other place subject to the jurisdiction of the United States, to enjoin such acts or practices, and upon a proper showing a permanent or temporary injunction or restraining order shall be granted without bond.
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Page 270 - ... containing recommendations concerning the legislation he may deem necessary to facilitate the prompt and accurate rendition and settlement of accounts and concerning such other matters relating to the receipt, disbursement, and application of public funds as he may think advisable. In such regular report, or in special reports at any time when Congress is in session, he shall make recommendations looking to greater economy or efficiency in public expenditures.
Page 347 - Such promulgated standards shall be used by all relevant Federal agencies and by defense contractors and subcontractors in estimating, accumulating, and reporting costs in connection with the pricing, administration and settlement of all negotiated prime contract and subcontract national defense procurements...
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| Title | To Extend the Defense Production Act of 1950: As Amended, Hearings Before ... , 91-2 on H.R. 17880 ... , June 16 ... July 7, 1970 |
| Author | United States. Congress. House. Banking and Currency Committee |
| Published | 1970 |
| Length | 567 pages |
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