Title 3 — The PresidentRelease 119-73not60
§303 Definitions
Title 3 › Chapter 4— DELEGATION OF FUNCTIONS › § 303
Summary
'Function' means any duty or power of the President or another officer; 'perform' can mean 'exercise'.
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Title 3, §303
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As used in this chapter, the term “function” embraces any duty, power, responsibility, authority, or discretion vested in the President or other officer concerned, and the terms “perform” and “performance” may be construed to mean “exercise”.
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Similar Provisions; Repeal; Saving ClauseFor similar provisions contained in prior law, and saving clause in connection therewith, see note preceding section 301 of this title.
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3 U.S.C. § 303
Title 3 — The President
Last Updated
Apr 3, 2026
Release point: 119-73not60