Us Code § 2858 - Limitation on the use of funds for expediting a construction project
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§ 2858. Limitation on the use of funds for expediting a construction project
Funds appropriated for military construction (including military family housing) may not be expended for additional costs involved in expediting a construction project unless the Secretary concerned (1) certifies that expenditures for such costs are necessary to protect the national interest, and (2) establishes a reasonable completion date for the project. In establishing such a completion date, the Secretary shall take into consideration the urgency of the requirement for completion of the project, the type and location of the project, the climatic and seasonal conditions affecting the construction involved, and the application of economical construction practices.
(Added Pub. L. 97–214, §2(a), July 12, 1982, 96 Stat. 167.)
Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Effective Date
For effective date and applicability of section, see section 12(a) of Pub. L. 97–214, set out as a note under section 2801 of this title.
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