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12 U.S.C. 2157: Bonds as investmentsText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 12-BANKS AND BANKINGCHAPTER 23-FARM CREDIT SYSTEM
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§2157. Bonds as investments

The bonds, debentures, and other similar obligations issued under the authority of this chapter shall be lawful investments for all fiduciary and trust funds and may be accepted as security for all public deposits.

( Pub. L. 92–181, title IV, § 4 .6, Dec. 10, 1971 , 85 Stat. 612 .)