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3 U.S.C. 303: DefinitionsText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 3-THE PRESIDENTCHAPTER 4-DELEGATION OF FUNCTIONS
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§303. Definitions

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”.

(Added Oct. 31, 1951, ch. 655, § 10 , 65 Stat. 712 .)

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Similar Provisions; Repeal; Saving Clause

For similar provisions contained in prior law, and saving clause in connection therewith, see note preceding section 301 of this title.