SUBCHAPTER VII—OTHER ENTITIES AND SERVICES
§2161. Transferred
Editorial Notes
Codification
Section 2161 was editorially reclassified as
§2162. Capitol Power Plant
(a) Designation
The heating, lighting, and power plant constructed under the terms of the Act approved April 28, 1904 (
(b) Definition
In this section, the term "carbon dioxide energy efficiency" means the quantity of electricity used to power equipment for carbon dioxide capture and storage or use.
(c) Feasibility study
The Architect of the Capitol shall conduct a feasibility study evaluating the available methods to capture, store, and use carbon dioxide emitted from the Capitol Power Plant as a result of burning fossil fuels. In carrying out the feasibility study, the Architect of the Capitol is encouraged to consult with individuals with expertise in carbon capture and storage or use, including experts with the Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Energy, academic institutions, non-profit organizations, and industry, as appropriate. The study shall consider—
(1) the availability of technologies to capture and store or use Capitol Power Plant carbon dioxide emissions;
(2) strategies to conserve energy and reduce carbon dioxide emissions at the Capitol Power Plant; and
(3) other factors as determined by the Architect of the Capitol.
(d) Demonstration projects
(1) In general
If the feasibility study determines that a demonstration project to capture and store or use Capitol Power Plant carbon dioxide emissions is technologically feasible and economically justified (including direct and indirect economic and environmental benefits), the Architect of the Capitol may conduct 1 or more demonstration projects to capture and store or use carbon dioxide emitted from the Capitol Power Plant as a result of burning fossil fuels.
(2) Factors for consideration
In carrying out such demonstration projects, the Architect of the Capitol shall consider—
(A) the amount of Capitol Power Plant carbon dioxide emissions to be captured and stored or used;
(B) whether the proposed project is able to reduce air pollutants other than carbon dioxide;
(C) the carbon dioxide energy efficiency of the proposed project;
(D) whether the proposed project is able to use carbon dioxide emissions;
(E) whether the proposed project could be expanded to significantly increase the amount of Capitol Power Plant carbon dioxide emissions to be captured and stored or used;
(F) the potential environmental, energy, and educational benefits of demonstrating the capture and storage or use of carbon dioxide at the U.S. Capitol; and
(G) other factors as determined by the Architect of the Capitol.
(3) Terms and conditions
A demonstration project funded under this section shall be subject to such terms and conditions as the Architect of the Capitol may prescribe.
(e) Authorization of appropriations
There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out the feasibility study and demonstration project $3,000,000. Such sums shall remain available until expended.
(Mar. 4, 1911, ch. 285,
Editorial Notes
References in Text
Act approved April 28, 1904, referred to in subsec. (a), is act Apr. 28, 1904, ch. 1762,
Codification
Section was classified to section 185 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by
Section is based on act Mar. 4, 1911, popularly known as the "Sundry Civil Appropriation Act, fiscal year 1912". It followed an appropriation for the Capitol power plant.
Amendments
2007—
Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Change of Name
Change of name of Architect of the Capitol, functions abolished, transferred, etc., by prior acts, see Prior Provisions and Change of Name notes set out under former
Effective Date of 2007 Amendment
Amendment by
Management and Operation of the Capitol Power Plant
"(a)
"(1) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate and the House of Representatives;
"(2) the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate; and
"(3) the House Office Building Commission.
"(b)
"(1) analyzes the costs, cost effectiveness, benefits, and feasibility of the Architect of the Capitol entering into a contract with a private entity for the management and operation of the Capitol Power Plant; and
"(2) makes a recommendation on whether the Architect of the Capitol should enter into such a contract.
"(c)
"(1) 270 days after the date of enactment of this Act [Dec. 8, 2004]; or
"(2) the date of the completion of the West Refrigeration Plant.
"(d)
"(e)
General Services Administration Coal Yard
§2162a. Promoting maximum efficiency in operation of Capitol Power Plant
(a) Steam boilers
(1) In general
The Architect of the Capitol shall take such steps as may be necessary to operate the steam boilers at the Capitol Power Plant in the most energy efficient manner possible to minimize carbon emissions and operating costs, including adjusting steam pressures and adjusting the operation of the boilers to take into account variations in demand, including seasonality, for the use of the system.
(2) Effective date
The Architect shall implement the steps required under paragraph (1) not later than 30 days after December 19, 2007.
(b) Chiller plant
(1) In general
The Architect of the Capitol shall take such steps as may be necessary to operate the chiller plant at the Capitol Power Plant in the most energy efficient manner possible to minimize carbon emissions and operating costs, including adjusting water temperatures and adjusting the operation of the chillers to take into account variations in demand, including seasonality, for the use of the system.
(2) Effective date
The Architect shall implement the steps required under paragraph (1) not later than 30 days after December 19, 2007.
(c) Meters
Not later than 90 days after December 19, 2007, the Architect of the Capitol shall evaluate the accuracy of the meters in use at the Capitol Power Plant and correct them as necessary.
(d) Report on implementation
Not later than 180 days after December 19, 2007, the Architect of the Capitol shall complete the implementation of the requirements of this section and submit a report describing the actions taken and the energy efficiencies achieved to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate, the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate.
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Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Effective Date
Section effective on the date that is 1 day after Dec. 19, 2007, see section 1601 of
§2163. Capitol Grounds shuttle service
Funds appropriated for any available account of the Architect of the Capitol after October 1, 1976, shall be available for the purchase or rental, maintenance and operation of passenger motor vehicles to provide shuttle service for Members and employees of Congress to and from the buildings in the Legislative group.
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Editorial Notes
Codification
Section was classified to section 223 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by
Amendments
2017—
Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Effective Date of 2017 Amendment
§2164. Transportation of House Pages by Capitol Grounds shuttle service
The passenger motor vehicles authorized by
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Editorial Notes
Codification
Section was classified to section 224 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by
§2165. Repealed. Pub. L. 110–437, title I, §101(e), Oct. 20, 2008, 122 Stat. 4985
Section,
Editorial Notes
Codification
Section was classified to section 831 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by
§2166. Repealed. Pub. L. 110–437, title IV, §422(a), Oct. 20, 2008, 122 Stat. 4996
Section,
Editorial Notes
Codification
Section was classified to section 851 of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by
Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Effective Date of Repeal
Repeal effective first day of first pay period (applicable to employees transferred under
§2167. Congressional Award Youth Park
(a) Designation
The parcel of approximately 5 acres of land located on the Capitol Grounds and described in subsection (b) shall be known and designated as the "Congressional Award Youth Park".
(b) Area included
(1) In general
The parcel of land described in subsection (a) is—
(A) bounded on the north by Constitution Avenue, N.W.;
(B) bounded on the east by First Street, N.W.;
(C) bounded on the south by Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.; and
(D) bounded on the west by Third Street N.W.
(2) Extension
The park shall extend to the curbs of the streets described in paragraph (1).
(c) Design
(1) Competition
The Architect of the Capitol shall sponsor a competition for the design of the park, based on specifications developed by the Architect.
(2) Specifications
(A) In general
Not later than June 30, 2002, the Architect, in consultation with the majority leader and the minority leader of the Senate, and the Speaker and the minority leader of the House of Representatives, shall develop the specifications for the park.
(B) Requirements
(i) In general
The specifications shall require an outdoor design that is accessible to the public.
(ii) Inclusions
To the maximum extent practicable, the specifications shall include requirements for—
(I) a fountain;
(II) extensive use of trees and flowering plants from each of the 50 States;
(III) large-scale replicas of the medals awarded under the Congressional Award Program; and
(IV) the inscription of the names of all Congressional Award recipients.
(3) Selection
(A) In general
As soon as practicable after the competition is completed, the Architect shall forward at least 3 designs, with recommendations, to the United States Capitol Preservation Commission.
(B) Final selection
The United States Capitol Preservation Commission shall select and approve the final design from among the 3 designs submitted under subparagraph (A).
(d) Funding
Funds otherwise made available to the Architect of the Capitol under this Act shall be available to carry out this section.
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Editorial Notes
References in Text
This Act, referred to in subsec. (d), is
Codification
Section was classified to section 217c of former Title 40, prior to the enactment of Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works, by
§2168. Memorandum of understanding for provision of services of the United States Capitol telephone exchange for the House
(a) In general
The Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives and the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate may enter into a memorandum of understanding under which the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper shall provide all services of the United States Capitol telephone exchange for the House of Representatives, in accordance with such terms and conditions as may be provided in the memorandum of understanding.
(b) Transfer of positions and personnel
For any period during which a memorandum of understanding is in effect pursuant to this section—
(1) all positions in the United States Capitol telephone exchange for which the employing authority is the Chief Administrative Officer shall be transferred to the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper;
(2) all employees in the United States Capitol telephone exchange for whom the employing authority is the Chief Administrative Officer shall be transferred to, and appointed by, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper; and
(3) the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper shall serve as the employing authority for all personnel of the United States Capitol telephone exchange.
(c) Pay and leave accrual
In carrying out a memorandum of understanding pursuant to this section, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper shall ensure that, with respect to any employee of the United States Capitol telephone exchange whose employing authority prior to the effective date of the memorandum was the Chief Administrative Officer—
(1) the rate of pay and leave accrual for the employee shall not be less than the employee's rate of pay and leave accrual for the most recent pay period prior to such date, unless—
(A) the employee does not remain in the same position with the exchange; or
(B) the rate of pay or leave accrual is reduced for cause; and
(2) any leave accrued by the employee that remains unused as of such date shall be transferred to the employee and made available for the employee to use under the same terms and conditions that applied to the use of the leave prior to such date.
(d) Omitted
(e) Reimbursement of expenses by House
(1) A memorandum of understanding under this section may include a provision requiring the reimbursement by the House of Representatives during a fiscal year (paid out of the applicable accounts of the House) of the expenses incurred by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper during the fiscal year in carrying out the memorandum with respect to the employees of the United States Capitol telephone exchange whose employing authority prior to the effective date of the memorandum was the Chief Administrative Officer.
(2) Any reimbursement made pursuant to this subsection—
(A) in the case of a reimbursement for salaries or agency contributions and related expenses, shall be deposited in the account under the heading "
(B) in the case of a reimbursement for expenses, shall be deposited in the account under the heading "
(3) Any funds deposited under paragraph (2) shall be available in like manner and for the same purposes as are other funds in the account to which the funds were deposited.
(f) Effective date
This section and the amendment made by this section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2005 and each succeeding fiscal year.
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Editorial Notes
Codification
Section is comprised of section 215 of div. G of
Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2005, which is div. G of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005.
§2169. Capitol complex E–85 refueling station
(a) Construction
The Architect of the Capitol may construct a fuel tank and pumping system for E–85 fuel at or within close proximity to the Capitol Grounds Fuel Station.
(b) Use
The E–85 fuel tank and pumping system shall be available for use by all legislative branch vehicles capable of operating with E–85 fuel, subject to such other legislative branch agencies reimbursing the Architect of the Capitol for the costs of E–85 fuel used by such other legislative branch vehicles.
(c) Authorization of appropriations
There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $640,000 for fiscal year 2008.
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Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Effective Date
Section effective on the date that is 1 day after Dec. 19, 2007, see section 1601 of
§2170. Battery recharging stations for privately owned vehicles in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the Senate at no net cost to the Federal Government
(a) Definition
In this section, the term "covered employee" means—
(1) an employee whose pay is disbursed by the Secretary of the Senate; or
(2) any other individual who is authorized to park in any parking area under the jurisdiction of the Senate on Capitol Grounds.
(b) Authority
(1) In general
Subject to paragraph (3), funds appropriated to the Architect of the Capitol under the heading "Capitol Power Plant" under the heading "ARCHITECT OF THE CAPITOL" in any fiscal year are available to construct, operate, and maintain on a reimbursable basis battery recharging stations in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the Senate on Capitol Grounds for use by privately owned vehicles used by Senators or covered employees.
(2) Vendors authorized
In carrying out paragraph (1), the Architect of the Capitol may use 1 or more vendors on a commission basis.
(3) Approval of construction
The Architect of the Capitol may construct or direct the construction of battery recharging stations described under paragraph (1) after—
(A) submission of written notice detailing the numbers and locations of the battery recharging stations to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate; and
(B) approval by that Committee.
(c) Fees and charges
(1) In general
Subject to paragraph (2), the Architect of the Capitol shall charge fees or charges for electricity provided to Senators and covered employees sufficient to cover the costs to the Architect of the Capitol to carry out this section, including costs to any vendors or other costs associated with maintaining the battery recharging stations.
(2) Approval of fees or charges
The Architect of the Capitol may establish and adjust fees or charges under paragraph (1) after—
(A) submission of written notice detailing the amount of the fee or charge to be established or adjusted to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate; and
(B) approval by that Committee.
(d) Deposit and availability of fees, charges, and commissions
Any fees, charges, or commissions collected by the Architect of the Capitol under this section shall be—
(1) deposited in the Treasury to the credit of the appropriations account described under subsection (b); and
(2) available for obligation without further appropriation during—
(A) the fiscal year collected; and
(B) the fiscal year following the fiscal year collected.
(e) Reports
(1) In general
Not later than 30 days after the end of each fiscal year, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a report on the financial administration and cost recovery of activities under this section with respect to that fiscal year to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate.
(2) Avoiding subsidy
(A) Determination
Not later than 3 years after August 10, 2012, and every 3 years thereafter, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a report to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate determining whether Senators and covered employees using battery charging stations as authorized by this section are receiving a subsidy from the taxpayers.
(B) Modification of rates and fees
If a determination is made under subparagraph (A) that a subsidy is being received, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a plan to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate on how to update the program to ensure no subsidy is being received. If the committee does not act on the plan within 60 days, the Architect of the Capitol shall take appropriate steps to increase rates or fees to ensure reimbursement for the cost of the program consistent with an appropriate schedule for amortization, to be charged to those using the charging stations.
(f) Effective date
This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2011 and each fiscal year thereafter.
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§2171. Battery recharging stations for privately owned vehicles in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the House of Representatives at no net cost to the Federal Government
(a) Definition
In this section, the term "covered employee" means—
(1) an employee whose pay is disbursed by the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives; or
(2) any other individual who is authorized to park in any parking area under the jurisdiction of the House of Representatives on Capitol Grounds.
(b) Authority
(1) In general
Subject to paragraph (3), funds appropriated to the Architect of the Capitol under the heading "Capitol Power Plant" under the heading "ARCHITECT OF THE CAPITOL" in any fiscal year are available to construct, operate, and maintain on a reimbursable basis battery recharging stations in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the House of Representatives on Capitol Grounds for use by privately owned vehicles used by Members of the House of Representatives (including the Delegates or Resident Commissioner to the Congress) or covered employees.
(2) Vendors authorized
In carrying out paragraph (1), the Architect of the Capitol may use 1 or more vendors on a commission basis.
(3) Approval of construction
The Architect of the Capitol may construct or direct the construction of battery recharging stations described under paragraph (1) after—
(A) submission of written notice detailing the numbers and locations of the battery recharging stations to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives; and
(B) approval by that Committee.
(c) Fees and charges
(1) In general
Subject to paragraph (2), the Architect of the Capitol shall charge fees or charges for electricity provided to Members and covered employees sufficient to cover the costs to the Architect of the Capitol to carry out this section, including costs to any vendors or other costs associated with maintaining the battery recharging stations.
(2) Approval of fees or charges
The Architect of the Capitol may establish and adjust fees or charges under paragraph (1) after—
(A) submission of written notice detailing the amount of the fee or charge to be established or adjusted to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives; and
(B) approval by that Committee.
(d) Deposit and availability of fees, charges, and commissions
Any fees, charges, or commissions collected by the Architect of the Capitol under this section shall be—
(1) deposited in the Treasury to the credit of the appropriations account described under subsection (b); and
(2) available for obligation without further appropriation during—
(A) the fiscal year collected; and
(B) the fiscal year following the fiscal year collected.
(e) Reports
(1) In general
Not later than 30 days after the end of each fiscal year, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a report on the financial administration and cost recovery of activities under this section with respect to that fiscal year to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives.
(2) Avoiding subsidy
(A) Determination
Not later than 3 years after August 16, 2012, and every 3 years thereafter, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a report to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives determining whether Members (including any Delegate or Resident Commissioner to Congress) and covered employees using battery charging stations as authorized by this section are receiving a subsidy from the taxpayers.
(B) Modification of rates and fees
If a determination is made under subparagraph (A) that a subsidy is being received, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a plan to the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives on how to update the program to ensure no subsidy is being received. If the committee does not act on the plan within 60 days, the Architect of the Capitol shall take appropriate steps to increase rates or fees to ensure reimbursement for the cost of the program consistent with an appropriate schedule for amortization, to be charged to those using the charging stations.
(f) Effective date
This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2011 and each fiscal year thereafter.
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§2171a. Battery recharging stations for privately owned vehicles in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the Librarian of Congress at no net cost to the Federal Government
(a) Definition
In this section, the term "covered employee" means—
(1) an employee of the Library of Congress; or
(2) any other individual who is authorized to park in any parking area under the jurisdiction of the Library of Congress on the Library of Congress buildings and grounds.
(b) Authority
(1) In general
Subject to paragraph (3), funds appropriated to the Architect of the Capitol under the heading "Capitol Power Plant" under the heading "ARCHITECT OF THE CAPITOL" in any fiscal year are available to construct, operate, and maintain on a reimbursable basis battery recharging stations in parking areas under the jurisdiction of the Library of Congress on Library of Congress buildings and grounds for use by privately owned vehicles used by covered employees.
(2) Vendors authorized
In carrying out paragraph (1), the Architect of the Capitol may use one or more vendors on a commission basis.
(3) Approval of construction
The Architect of the Capitol may construct or direct the construction of battery recharging stations described under paragraph (1) after—
(A) submission of written notice detailing the numbers and locations of the battery recharging stations to the Joint Committee on the Library; and
(B) approval by that Committee.
(c) Fees and charges
(1) In general
Subject to paragraph (2), the Architect of the Capitol shall charge fees or charges for electricity provided to covered employees sufficient to cover the costs to the Architect of the Capitol to carry out this section, including costs to any vendors or other costs associated with maintaining the battery charging stations.
(2) Approval of fees or charges
The Architect of the Capitol may establish and adjust fees or charges under paragraph (1) after—
(A) submission of written notice detailing the amount of the fee or charge to be established or adjusted to the Joint Committee on the Library; and
(B) approval by that Committee.
(d) Deposit and availability of fees, charges, and commissions
Any fees, charges, or commissions collected by the Architect of the Capitol under this section shall be—
(1) deposited in the Treasury to the credit of the appropriations account described under subsection (b); and
(2) available for obligation without further appropriation during the fiscal year collected.
(e) Reports
(1) In general
Not later than 30 days after the end of each fiscal year, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a report on the financial administration and cost recovery of activities under this section with respect to that fiscal year to the Joint Committee on the Library and the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate.
(2) Avoiding subsidy
(A) Determination
Not later than 3 years after December 18, 2015, and every 3 years thereafter, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a report to the Joint Committee on the Library determining whether covered employees using battery charging stations as authorized by this section are receiving a subsidy from the taxpayers.
(B) Modification of rates and fees
If a determination is made under subparagraph (A) that a subsidy is being received, the Architect of the Capitol shall submit a plan to the Joint Committee on the Library on how to update the program to ensure no subsidy is being received. If the Joint Committee does not act on the plan within 60 days, the Architect of the Capitol shall take appropriate steps to increase rates or fees to ensure reimbursement for the cost of the program consistent with an appropriate schedule for amortization, to be charged to those using the charging stations.
(f) Effective date
This section shall apply with respect to fiscal year 2016 and each fiscal year thereafter.
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§2172. Office of Congressional Accessibility Services
(a) Establishment of Office of Congressional Accessibility Services
(1) Establishment
There is established in the legislative branch the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, to be headed by the Director of Accessibility Services.
(2) Congressional Accessibility Services Board
(A) Establishment
There is established the Congressional Accessibility Services Board, which shall be composed of—
(i) the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate;
(ii) the Secretary of the Senate;
(iii) the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives;
(iv) the Clerk of the House of Representatives; and
(v) the Architect of the Capitol.
(B) Direction of Board
The Office of Congressional Accessibility Services shall be subject to the direction of the Congressional Accessibility Services Board.
(3) Mission and functions
(A) In general
The Office of Congressional Accessibility Services shall—
(i) provide and coordinate accessibility services for individuals with disabilities, including Members of Congress, officers and employees of the House of Representatives and the Senate, and visitors, in the United States Capitol Complex; and
(ii) provide information regarding accessibility for individuals with disabilities, as well as related training and staff development, to Members of Congress and employees of the Senate and the House of Representatives.
(B) United States Capitol Complex defined
In this paragraph, the term "United States Capitol Complex" means the Capitol buildings (as defined in
(b) Director of Accessibility Services
(1) Appointment, pay, and removal
(A) Appointment and pay
The Director of Accessibility Services shall be appointed by the Congressional Accessibility Services Board and shall be paid at a rate of pay determined by the Congressional Accessibility Services Board.
(B) Removal
Upon removal of the Director of Accessibility Services, the Congressional Accessibility Services Board shall immediately provide notice of the removal to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, and the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and Senate. The notice shall include the reasons for the removal.
(2) Personnel and other administrative functions
(A) Personnel, disbursements, and contracts
In carrying out the functions of the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services under subsection (a), the Director of Accessibility Services shall have the authority to—
(i) appoint, hire, and fix the compensation of such personnel as may be necessary for operations of the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, except that no employee may be paid at an annual rate in excess of the annual rate of pay for the Director of Accessibility Services;
(ii) take appropriate disciplinary action, including, when circumstances warrant, suspension from duty without pay, reduction in pay, demotion, or termination of employment with the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, against any employee;
(iii) disburse funds as may be necessary and available for the needs of the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services; and
(iv) serve as contracting officer for the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services.
(B) Agreements with the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, with other legislative branch agencies, and with offices of the Senate and House of Representatives
Subject to the approval of the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives, the Director of Accessibility Services may place orders and enter into agreements with the Office of the Architect of the Capitol, with other legislative branch agencies, and with any office or other entity of the Senate or House of Representatives for procuring goods and providing financial and administrative services on behalf of the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, or to otherwise assist the Director in the administration and management of the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services.
(3) Semiannual reports
The Director of Accessibility Services shall submit a report to the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate and the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives not later than 45 days following the close of each semiannual period ending on March 31 or September 30 of each year on the financial and operational status during the period of each function under the jurisdiction of the Director. Each such report shall include financial statements and a description or explanation of current operations, the implementation of new policies and procedures, and future plans for each function.
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Editorial Notes
Codification
Section was formerly classified to
Section is from the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1990.
Amendments
2008—
1995—
Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Transfer of Functions
For transfer of contracts, liabilities, records, property, appropriations, other assets and interests, and employees of the Congressional Special Services Office of Capitol Guide Service to the Office of Congressional Accessibility Services, see