Title 13 — CensusRelease 119-73
§12 Mechanical and electronic development
Title 13 › Chapter CHAPTER 1— - ADMINISTRATION › Subchapter SUBCHAPTER I— - GENERAL PROVISIONS › § 12
Summary
The Secretary can order development of mechanical and electronic systems and sign contracts for that work to support this title.
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Title 13, §12
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The Secretary is authorized to have conducted mechanical and electronic development work as he determines is needed to further the functions and duties of carrying out the purposes of this title and may enter into such developmental contracts as he may determine to be in the best interest of the Government.
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13 U.S.C. § 12
Title 13 — Census
Last Updated
Apr 6, 2026
Release point: 119-73