PUBLIC LAW 96-14—MAY 24, 1979 who shall work closely with the Commission and its staff in matters relating to such areas. (b) In carrying out its duties, the Commission may seek the advice of individuals and groups interested in retirement, survivor, and disability policies including, but not limited to, State and local governments and public and private organizations working on such matters. (c)(1) The Commission or, on authorization of the Commission, any committee of two or more members, may hold hearings and sit and act at such times and places as the Commission or such authorized committee may find advisable, and the provisions of section 1321 of title 28, United States Code, shall apply to witnesses invited to appear at hearings, and per diem and mileage allowances to witnesses shall be paid from funds appropriated to the Commission. (2) The Commission is authorized to secure from any executive department, agency or independent establishment of the United States, information necessary to carry out its functions. Upon request of the Commission, the head of any executive department, agency or independent establishment shall furnish such information to the extent provided by law. (d) The Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as departments and agencies of the United States. (e) The Commission is authorized to enter into contracts with Federal and State agencies, private firms, institutions, and individuals for the conduct of research and surveys, the preparation of reports, and other activities necessary for the carrying oiit of its duties and responsibilities. SEC. 5. There is authorized to be appropriated beginning with fiscal year 1980, $2,000,000 to carry out the provisions of this Act, which shall remain available until expended. Approved May 24, 1979.
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY: SENATE REPORT: No. 96-70 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Apr. 30, considered and May 14, considered and
(Comm. on Governmental Affairs). Vol. 125 (1979): passed Senate. passed House.
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Advice from individuals and certain groups.
Hearings.
Information from other departments or agencies.
Contracts with Federal and State agencies.
Appropriation authorization. 29 USC 1001 note.
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