7 USC 7449 - Investigations and power to subpoena

U.S Code last checked for updates: May 15, 2024

§ 7449.

Investigations and power to subpoena

(a)

Investigations

The Secretary may make such investigations as the Secretary considers necessary—

(1)

for the effective administration of this subchapter; and

(2)

to determine whether any person has engaged or is engaging in an act that constitutes a violation of this subchapter, or an order, rule, or regulation issued under this subchapter.

(b)

Subpoenas, oaths, and affirmations

(1)

In general

(2)

Administrative hearings

(c)

Aid of courts

(d)

Contempt

(e)

Process

(f)

Hearing site

(Pub. L. 104–127, title V, § 540, Apr. 4, 1996, 110 Stat. 1062.)

cite as: 7 USC 7449