Title 13, CensusRelease 119-102
§12 Mechanical and Electronic Development
Title 13 › CHAPTER 1 — ADMINISTRATION › SUBCHAPTER I — GENERAL PROVISIONS › § 12
Summary
The Secretary can arrange work on machines and electronic systems and sign contracts when that serves the government's interest.
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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
Aug 21, 2026
Release point: 119-102