10 CFR § 1050.401 - Prohibition against use of appropriated funds.

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title: "10 CFR § 1050.401 - Prohibition against use of appropriated funds."
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# 1050.401 Prohibition against use of appropriated funds.

No appropriated funds other than funds from the “Emergencies in the Diplomatic and Consular Service” account of the Department of State may be used to purchase any tangible gift of more than minimal value for any foreign individual unless such gift has been approved by the Congress.

[59 FR 44896, Aug. 31, 1994]