OTHER INDEPENDENT AGENCIES

ACCESS BOARD

Federal Funds

For expenses necessary for the Access Board, as authorized by section 502 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, $7,300,000: Provided, That, notwithstanding any other provision of law, there may be credited to this appropriation funds received for publications and training expenses. (Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.)

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The Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (Access Board) was established by section 502 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The Access Board is responsible for developing guidelines under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Architectural Barriers Act, and the Telecommunications Act. These guidelines ensure that buildings and facilities, transportation vehicles, and telecommunications equipment covered by these laws are readily accessible to and usable by people with disabilities. The Board is also responsible for developing standards under section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act for accessible electronic and information technology used by Federal agencies. In addition, the Access Board enforces the Architectural Barriers Act, and provides training and technical assistance on the guidelines and standards it develops.

The Board also has additional responsibilities under the Help America Vote Act. The Board serves on the Board of Advisors and the Technical Guidelines Development Committee, which helps the Election Assistance Commission develop voluntary guidelines and guidance for voting systems, including accessibility for people with disabilities.

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ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE OF THE UNITED STATES

Federal Funds

For necessary expenses of the Administrative Conference of the United States, authorized by 5 U.S.C. 591 et seq., [$1,500,000, to remain available until September 30, 2011] $3,200,000, of which not to exceed $1,000 is for official reception and representation expenses. (Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2010.)

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The Administrative Conference of the United States (ACUS) is an independent agency that assists the President, the Congress, Federal departments, and agencies in improving the regulatory and legal process. The Conference analyzes the administrative law process and discusses regulatory and administrative law matters pertinent to the operation of the federal government. The Conference shares best practices and issues formal recommendations for improvements and then assists agencies with their implementation.

ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Federal Funds

For necessary expenses of the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (Public Law 89-665, as amended), $5,908,000[: Provided, That none of these funds shall be available for compensation of level V of the Executive Schedule or higher positions]. (Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

The Council advises the President and the Congress on national historic preservation policy and promotes the preservation, enhancement, and productive use of our Nation's historic resources.

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AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAM

Federal Funds

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The Affordable Housing Program was created by the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act of 1989 (FIRREA). FIRREA requires each of the twelve Federal Home Loan Banks to contribute 10-percent of its previous year's net earnings to an Affordable Housing Program (AHP) to be used to subsidize the cost of affordable homeownership and rental housing. The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) regulates the AHP and ensures that the AHP fulfills its mission.

APPALACHIAN REGIONAL COMMISSION

Federal Funds

For expenses necessary to carry out the programs authorized by the Appalachian Regional Development Act of 1965, as amended, for necessary expenses for the Federal Co-Chairman and the Alternate on the Appalachian Regional Commission, for payment of the Federal share of the administrative expenses of the Commission, including services as authorized by 5 U.S.C. 3109, and hire of passenger motor vehicles, $76,000,000, to remain available until expended. (Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) was established as a Federal-State partnership in 1965 to invest in sustainable economic development in the 420 county Appalachian Region. The Commission is comprised of 13 members representing the States in the Region and a Federal Co-Chairman, who represents the Federal Government. It is the mission of the ARC to help the Appalachian Region reach parity with the nation by planning and coordinating regional investments and targeting resources to those communities with the greatest needs. ARC investments go toward area development and technical assistance goals, such as increasing job opportunities, improving employability, strengthening basic infrastructure and building the Appalachian Development Highway System. ARC also assists communities through support of 73 multi-county Local Development Districts (LDDs) that assist local governments in implementing economic development strategies. In 2011, ARC will devote $10 million to support Administration initiatives to promote sustainable economic growth and employment.

Salaries and expenses.—In this Federal-State partnership, the Federal Government contributes half of the expenses of a professional staff that works with the states and the Federal staff in operating the program. The other half of these non-Federal employee expenses are provided by member States.

Performance.—A detailed presentation of performance outcomes, measures, and targets can be found in the ARC 2011 Budget submission.

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Trust Funds

Special and Trust Fund Receipts (in millions of dollars)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

Under the Appalachian Regional Development Act, administrative activities of the Commission are funded equally by Federal funds and State funds. Those funds are deposited into and paid out of a trust fund at the Treasury Department.

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BARRY GOLDWATER SCHOLARSHIP AND EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION FOUNDATION

Trust Funds

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Public Law 99-661 established the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation to operate the scholarship program that is the sole permanent tribute to the former Senator from Arizona. The Foundation awards scholarships to outstanding undergraduate students who intend to pursue careers in mathematics, science and engineering. The Foundation awards approximately 300 scholarships each year.

Employment Summary

BROADCASTING BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Federal Funds

For necessary expenses to enable the Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG), as authorized, to carry out international communication activities, including the purchase, rent, construction, and improvement of facilities for radio and television transmission and reception and purchase, lease, and installation of necessary equipment for radio and television transmission and reception to Cuba, and to make and supervise grants for radio and television broadcasting to the Middle East, [$733,788,000, of which not more than $5,500,000 may be made available for non-salary and benefits expenses for TV Marti broadcasts to Cuba] $755,143,000: Provided, That of the total amount in this heading, not to exceed $16,000 may be used for official receptions within the United States as authorized, not to exceed $35,000 may be used for representation abroad as authorized, and not to exceed $39,000 may be used for official reception and representation expenses of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty: [Provided further, That the authority provided by section 504(c) of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2003 (Public Law 107-228; 22 U.S.C. 6206 note) shall remain in effect through September 30, 2010: Provided further, That not later than 45 days after enactment of this Act, the BBG shall report to the Committees on Appropriations that all BBG language services and grantees, including the broadcasters to the Middle East, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, have processes and policies, including appropriate management and editorial controls, to require that programming abide by the standards and principles set forth in the United States International Broadcasting Act of 1994 (22 U.S.C. 6202(a) and (b)) and the relevant journalistic code of ethics, and not provide an open platform for terrorists or those who support terrorists: Provided further, That the BBG shall notify the Committees on Appropriations within 15 days of any determination by the Board that any of its broadcast entities, including its grantee organizations, was found to be in violation of the principles, standards, or journalistic code of ethics referenced in the previous proviso:] Provided further, That in addition to funds made available under this heading, and notwithstanding any other provision of law, up to $2,000,000 in receipts from advertising and revenue from business ventures, up to $500,000 in receipts from cooperating international organizations, and up to $1,000,000 in receipts from privatization efforts of the Voice of America and the International Broadcasting Bureau, to remain available until expended for carrying out authorized purposes. (Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

This appropriation provides operational funding for U.S. non-military, international broadcasting programs—including the Voice of America, Office of Cuba Broadcasting (Radio and TV Marti), Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Radio Free Asia and the Middle East Broadcasting Networks (Alhurra Television and Radio Sawa)—and the necessary engineering and technical, program and administrative support activities.

In FY 2011, funding is included to upgrade the BBGs global satellite distribution network, expand new media opportunities, and improve Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty's bureau human capital.

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Employment Summary

For the purchase, rent, construction, and improvement of facilities for radio and television transmission and reception, and purchase and installation of necessary equipment for radio and television transmission and reception as authorized, [$12,622,000] $13,635,000, to remain available until expended, as authorized. (Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

This account provides funding for maintenance and improvement of the Broadcasting Board of Governors' worldwide transmission network.

Upgrade of transmitting facility capabilities.—This activity funds the upgrade of transmission facilities and equipment to improve transmission quality. Includes digital media management and infrastructure projects.

Maintenance, improvements, replacements and repairs.—This activity funds the continuing repairs and improvements required to maintain the global transmission and communications network, including the conversion of program production and operations to a digital domain, and maintaining physical security requirements.

Satellite and terrestrial feed systems.—This activity provides funding for the construction and maintenance of the Satellite Interconnect System (SIS), Television Receive Only (TVRO) earth stations, and upgrading global satellite distribution and operations.

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Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

This account provides funding for Radio Marti and TV Marti to provide news and information to the people of Cuba. Funding for Radio Marti and TV Marti has been included in the International Broadcasting Operations account since FY 2004. The 2011 request for Radio Marti and TV Marti is also included in the International Broadcasting Operations account.

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

This account provides funding to offset losses due to exchange rate and overseas wage and price fluctuations unanticipated in the budget. As authorized, gains due to fluctuations are deposited into this account to be available to offset future losses.

Trust Funds

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

This fund is maintained to pay separation costs for Foreign Service National employees of the Broadcasting Board of Governors in those countries in which such pay is legally authorized. The fund, as authorized by Public Law 102-138, and amended by Division G of P.L. 105-277, the Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act of 1998, is maintained by annual government contributions which are appropriated in the International Broadcasting Operations account.

CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY

Federal Funds

For payment to the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System Fund, to maintain the proper funding level for continuing the operation of the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System, [$290,900,000] $292,000,000. (Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

The appropriation provides for payment to the Fund for: (a) interest on an unfunded liability; (b) the cost of annuity disbursements attributable to military service; (c) the amount of normal costs not met by employee and employer contributions; and (d) financing, in annual installments, the unfunded liability created by new or liberalized benefits, new groups of beneficiaries, and salary increases. The request for 2011 includes the thirty-fourth installment for the unfunded liability created by the liberalized benefits authorized by Public Law 94-522, and the appropriate annual installments for salary increases authorized in prior years.

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CHEMICAL SAFETY AND HAZARD INVESTIGATION BOARD

Federal Funds

For necessary expenses in carrying out activities pursuant to section 112(r)(6) of the Clean Air Act, as amended, including hire of passenger vehicles, uniforms or allowances therefor, as authorized by 5 U.S.C. 5901-5902, and for services authorized by 5 U.S.C. 3109 but at rates for individuals not to exceed the per diem equivalent to the maximum rate payable for senior level positions under 5 U.S.C. 5376, [$11,147,000] $10,799,000: Provided, That the Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (Board) shall have not more than three career Senior Executive Service positions: Provided further, That notwithstanding any other provision of law, the individual appointed to the position of Inspector General of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) shall, by virtue of such appointment, also hold the position of Inspector General of the Board: Provided further, That notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Inspector General of the Board shall utilize personnel of the Office of Inspector General of EPA in performing the duties of the Inspector General of the Board, and shall not appoint any individuals to positions within the Board[: Provided further, That of the funds appropriated under this heading, $600,000 shall be for a study by the National Academy of Sciences to examine the use and storage of methyl isocyanate including the feasibility of implementing alternative chemicals or processes and an examination of the cost of alternatives at the Bayer CropScience facility in Institute, West Virginia]. (Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

The Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board, as authorized by the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, became operational in 1998. It is an independent, non-regulatory agency that promotes chemical safety and accident prevention through investigating chemical accidents; making recommendations for accident prevention; conducting special studies; broadly disseminating its findings to industry and labor organizations; and advising the President and the Congress on key issues relating to chemical safety and on actions taken by the Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Labor, and other Federal agencies to implement Board recommendations. As authorized by law, the Board will submit a separate request for 2011 to the Congress and OMB concurrently.

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CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS FELLOWSHIP FOUNDATION

Federal Funds

[For payment to the Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation, established by section 423 of Public Law 102-281, $750,000, to remain available until expended.] (Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2010.)

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Trust Funds

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Public Law 102-281 established the Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation "to encourage and support research, study, and labor designed to produce new discoveries in all fields of endeavor for the benefit of mankind.'' Surcharges from the sale of Christopher Columbus Quincentenary coins were placed in the Foundation's trust fund to operate the Foundation's programs.

The Foundation supports competitive programs rewarding American scientist/researchers, companies, educators and students who develop new innovations and innovative approaches to homeland security, life sciences, agriscience and solving community issues through science and education.

The Foundation will continue its programs until its funds are expended.

COMMISSION OF FINE ARTS

Federal Funds

For expenses made necessary by the Act establishing a Commission of Fine Arts (40 U.S.C. 104), [$2,294,000] $2,349,000: Provided, That the Commission is authorized to charge fees to cover the full costs of its publications, and such fees shall be credited to this account as an offsetting collection, to remain available until expended without further appropriation: Provided further, That the Commission is authorized to accept gifts, including objects, papers, artwork, drawings and artifacts, that pertain to the history and design of the Nation's Capital or the history and activities of the Commission of Fine Arts, for the purpose of artistic display, study or education: Provided further, That any grant funding the Commission is authorized to award shall be awarded on a competitive basis. (Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

The Commission advises the President, the Congress, and department heads on matters of architecture, sculpture, landscape, and other fine arts. Its primary function is to preserve and enhance the appearance of the Nation's Capital.

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Employment Summary

For necessary expenses as authorized by Public Law 99-190 (20 U.S.C. 956a), as amended, [$9,500,000] $4,500,000: Provided, That no organization shall receive a grant in excess of $650,000 in a single year. (Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

The President's Budget proposes a reduction in funding for this grants program administered by the Commission of Fine Arts. Additionally, the Budget proposes to award these grants on a competitive basis.

COMMISSION ON CIVIL RIGHTS

Federal Funds

For necessary expenses of the Commission on Civil Rights, including hire of passenger motor vehicles, $9,400,000: Provided, That none of the funds appropriated in this paragraph shall be used to employ in excess of four full-time individuals under Schedule C of the Excepted Service exclusive of one special assistant for each Commissioner: Provided further, That none of the funds appropriated in this paragraph shall be used to reimburse Commissioners for more than 75 billable days, with the exception of the chairperson, who is permitted 125 billable days. (Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

Originally established by the Civil Rights Act of 1957, the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights (USCCR) is an independent, bi-partisan, fact finding Federal agency. Its mission is to inform the development of national civil rights policy and enhance enforcement of Federal civil rights laws. The Commission pursues this mission by studying alleged deprivations of voting rights and alleged discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or national origin, or in the administration of justice. The Commission plays a vital role in advancing civil rights through objective and comprehensive investigation, research, and analysis on issues of fundamental concern to the Federal government and the public. The Commission also supports a network of State Advisory Committees, each composed of a diverse group of citizen volunteers, which conduct civil rights research at the State and regional levels.

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COMMITTEE FOR PURCHASE FROM PEOPLE WHO ARE BLIND OR SEVERELY DISABLED

Federal Funds

For expenses necessary for the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled established by Public Law 92-28, [$5,396,000] $5,771,000. (Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

The Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled (the Committee) administers the AbilityOne Program (formerly known as the JWOD Program) under the authority of the Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act of 1971, as amended. The principal objective of the Program is to leverage the purchasing power of the Federal Government to provide employment opportunities for people who are blind or have other significant disabilities. The Committee accomplishes its mission by first identifying Government procurement requirements that can create employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or have other significant disabilities. Following opportunities for public comment and after due deliberation, the Committee then places such products and service requirements on the AbilityOne Procurement List, thus requiring Federal departments and agencies to procure the designated products and services from a network of over 600 qualified State and private nonprofit agencies (NPAs) employing people who are blind or have other significant disabilities.

The long-term goal of the AbilityOne Program has been and continues to be increasing job opportunities for people who are blind or have other significant disabilities. In 2009, approximately 43,000 individuals who earned 494 million in wages were employed through the AbilityOne Program. Because of their employment, these individuals have reduced their dependence on Social Security, Food Stamps, Temporary Assistance of Needy Families, and other public income transfer payments.

To meet the changing needs of the Federal Government and employment interests of people who are blind or have significant disabilities, the Program has opened new lines of business in areas such as contract management services, automotive fleet management, document destruction services, and secure mail facility management. In addition to pursuing these initiatives, the Program has expanded the range of military unique products and services it has traditionally provided to meet the needs of the Nation's war fighters. The resources proposed for 2011 would enable the Committee to continue increasing employment opportunities for people who are blind or severely disabled while providing Federal departments and agencies with high quality products and services to support their missions.

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COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION

Federal Funds

For necessary expenses to carry out the provisions of the Commodity Exchange Act (7 U.S.C. 1 et seq.), including the purchase and hire of passenger motor vehicles, and the rental of space (to include multiple year leases) in the District of Columbia and elsewhere, [$168,800,000] $216,000,000, to remain available until September 30, 2012, including not to exceed $3,000 for official reception and representation expenses, and not to exceed $25,000 for the expenses for consultations and meetings hosted by the Commission with foreign governmental and other regulatory officials[: Provided, That $8,200,000 of the total amount appropriated under this heading shall not be available for obligation until the Commodity Futures Trading Commission submits an expenditure plan for fiscal year 2010 to the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the Senate]. (Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.)

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Summary of Budget Authority and Outlays (in millions of dollars)

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) administers the Commodity Exchange Act of 1936 (CEA), as amended. CFTC furthers the economic utility of the futures markets by encouraging efficiency, assuring integrity, and protecting participants against abusive trade practices, fraud, and deceit. CFTC performs daily surveillance of high-risk market activity and fundamental economic market factors as it systematically investigates the functioning of markets and market users. CFTC's oversight enables the markets to better serve their designated function of providing a price discovery mechanism, and CFTC constantly works to develop better tools to assist in detecting and preventing price distortions. CFTC also is responsible for detecting, investigating, and litigating violations of the CEA and CFTC regulations, and monitors compliance activities of designated contract markets, registered commodities professionals, and self-regulatory organizations.

The Budget proposes an increase of $47,200,000 and 95 FTE in FY 2011 to carry out existing regulatory responsibilities. These increased resources will ensure proper oversight of the markets through the maintenance of adequate staffing levels, which generally have been held constant for years in the face of substantial market growth; trading volume has increased five-fold over the past ten years and the number of actively traded futures and option contracts went up seven-fold over the same period. Additional resources will allow the Commission to make improvements in information technology (IT) by upgrading hardware and software, by enhancing existing systems, and by developing new systems critical to automating market oversight. The additional funding will also allow the CFTC to build upon its knowledge of the increasingly complex futures markets and improve its ability to undertake enforcement actions against wrongdoers. The CFTC must remain vigilant in its supervision of critical areas such as energy markets and foreign currency fraud. Resources provided in the Budget will allow the CFTC to develop expertise on the changing nature of traded products and the evolving platforms on which they are traded, and to increase the frequency of exchange rule reviews and financial audits to an annual cycle.

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Employment Summary

Contingent upon the enactment of authorizing legislation of new or enhanced financial regulation activities of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, $45,000,000, to remain available until September 30, 2012.

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

In addition to increases related to existing regulatory responsibilities, the Budget proposes an additional $45,000,000 and 119 FTE to support FY 2011 implementation of the Administration's comprehensive proposal for financial reform. The FY 2011 budget estimate of $45,000,000 includes a substantial investment of $18,000,000 in information technology (IT) including systems development, capital equipment and IT mission support; and $27,000,000 for an additional 119 FTE and related overhead expenses. The Commission's FY 2012 total (current and proposed new authorities related to financial regulatory reform) staff requirement is estimated to be approximately 1,000 FTE. FY 2011 funds related to new authorities are designated as two-year to permit fiscal certainty during this substantial expansion of the Commission's regulatory authority. This investment will permit the Commission to implement reforms that: require swap dealers and major swap participants to register and come under comprehensive regulation including capital standards, margin requirements, business conduct standards and recordkeeping and reporting requirements; ensure that dealers and major swap participants bring their clearable swaps into central clearinghouses; require dealers and major swap participants to use transparent trading venues for their clearable swaps and provide the CFTC with authority to impose position limits in the OTC derivatives markets.

CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION

Federal Funds

For necessary expenses of the Consumer Product Safety Commission, including hire of passenger motor vehicles, services as authorized by 5 U.S.C. 3109, but at rates for individuals not to exceed the per diem rate equivalent to the maximum rate payable under 5 U.S.C. 5376, purchase of nominal awards to recognize non-Federal officials' contributions to Commission activities, and not to exceed $2,000 for official reception and representation expenses, [$118,200,000, of which $2,000,000 shall remain available for obligation until September 30, 2011, to implement the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act grant program as provided by section 1405 of Public Law 110-140 (15 U.S.C. 8004)] $118,600,000. (Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

The Commission addresses a number of product safety areas. These include fire and thermal burn hazards, electrical hazards, acute and chronic chemical hazards, children's and recreational product hazards, power equipment hazards, and household structural products hazards.

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CORPORATION FOR NATIONAL AND COMMUNITY SERVICE

Federal Funds

For necessary expenses for the Corporation for National and Community Service ("the Corporation'') to carry out the Domestic Volunteer Service Act of 1973 ("1973 Act'') and the National and Community Service Act of 1990 ("1990 Act''), [$857,021,000, of which $319,974,000 shall be to carry out the 1973 Act and $537,047,000 shall be to carry out the 1990 Act] and notwithstanding sections [198B(b)(3),] 198S(g)[,] and 501(a)(4)(C)[, and 501(a)(4)(F)] of the 1990 Act, $1,297,586,000: Provided, That of the amounts provided under this heading: (1) up to 1 percent of program grant funds may be used to defray the costs of conducting grant application reviews, including the use of outside peer reviewers and electronic management of the grants cycle; (2) $293,662,000, to remain available until expended, shall be paid to the National Service Trust for expenses authorized under Subtitle D of title I of the 1990 Act; (3) in addition to the amounts provided in the previous clause, the Corporation may transfer funds from the amounts allocated to grants under Subtitle C of title I of the 1990 Act, upon determination that such transfer is necessary to support the activities of national service participants and after notice is transmitted to the Congress; ([2] 4) [$50,000,000 shall be available for expenses authorized under section 501(a)(4)(E) of the 1990 Act;] $10,000,000 shall be available for expenses authorized under 501(a)(4)(F)(ii) of the 1990 Act, which, notwithstanding any other provision of law, shall be awarded by the Corporation on a competitive basis to State Commissions and nonprofit organizations; ([3] 5) [$7,500,000] $13,000,000 shall be available for expenses to carry out sections 112(e), 179A, and 198O and subtitle J of title I of the 1990 Act, notwithstanding section 501(a)(6) of the 1990 Act; ([4] 6) [$5,000,000] $6,000,000 shall be available for grants to public or private nonprofit institutions to increase the participation of individuals with disabilities in national service and for demonstration activities in furtherance of this purpose, notwithstanding section 129(k)(1) of the 1990 Act; ([5] 7) [$17,000,000] $18,000,000 shall be available to provide assistance to State commissions on national and community service, under section 126(a) of the 1990 Act and notwithstanding section 501(a)(5)(B) of the 1990 Act; [(6) $29,000,000 shall be available to carry out subtitle E of the 1990 Act; and (7) $4,000,000 shall be available for expenses authorized under section 501(a)(4)(F) of the 1990 Act, which, notwithstanding the provisions of section 198P shall be awarded by the Corporation on a competitive basis to State commissions] and (8) up to $1,000,000 shall be available for grants to State Commissions authorized under 198B of the 1990 Act, notwithstanding subsections 198B(b)(1), (b)(2)(A) and (B), and (b)(3). (Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

The Corporation for National and Community Service (Corporation) provides opportunities for Americans to serve their community and country while meeting the Nation's greatest challenges. By working with nonprofit organizations, faith-based groups, schools, and other civic organizations, the Corporation engages Americans of all ages in community-based service that addresses educational, human, public safety, health and environmental needs. In doing so, the Corporation strengthens the ties that bind us together as a people and provides educational opportunities for those who make a commitment to service.

The Corporation plays a vital role in supporting the American culture of citizenship, service and responsibility. As the nation's largest grant maker in the area of service and volunteering, the Corporation promotes service around the country and helps organizations engage volunteers effectively. Since 1993, the Corporation has operated three major programs: Senior Corps, AmeriCorps, and Learn and Serve America. Members and volunteers who serve in Corporation programs provide vital assistance to their communities through local institutions. These institutions include: nonprofits, K-12 schools, institutions of higher learning, faith-based and other community organizations, as well as local and municipal government.

AmeriCorps State and National grants.—With funds channeled through both States and community-based organizations, AmeriCorps grants enable communities to recruit, train and place AmeriCorps members to meet critical local needs in education, public safety, health, and the environment. The 2011 Budget request is $488 million and funds 94,568 AmeriCorps State and National members.

AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps.—NCCC is a 10-month residential national service program for people ages 14-24. The 2011 Budget request is $34.6 million and funds 1,295 AmeriCorps NCCC members that will primarily be deployed to respond to natural disasters across the nation.

AmeriCorps Volunteers in Service to America.—The AmeriCorps VISTA program provides full-time members to community organizations and public agencies working to resolve local poverty-related problems in areas such as illiteracy, hunger, unemployment, substance abuse, homelessness, and lack of adequate health support. The 2011 Budget request is $98 million and funds 6,100 full-time AmeriCorps VISTA members and 1,565 Summer Associates.

AmeriCorps National Service Trust.—The 2011 Budget request for the Trust is $293.7 million. The Trust serves as a secure repository for educational awards set aside for eligible participants in National Service programs. Accounting methodology for the Trust is specified in the Strengthen AmeriCorps Program Act of 2003.

State Service Commission Administrative Grants.—The 2011 Budget request for State Service Commissions is $18 million. These formula grants support the operation of state service commissions that administer approximately three-fourths of AmeriCorps State and National grant funds. Commissions are responsible for monitoring sub-grantees and ensuring that they comply with Federal requirements and performance expectations. These grants must be matched by the commissions.

Learn and Serve America.—This program provides grants to schools, higher education institutions, and community programs to integrate service into their curricula. Service-learning aims to promote civic participation and volunteering from an early age. The 2011 Budget request is $40.2 million and provides continued support for service-learning programs in our nation's schools, supports 2,000 Summer of Service participants, and funds a 10-year longitudinal study on the impact of service-learning.

Senior Corps.—The 2011 Budget request for all three Senior Corps is $221.1 million. These programs connect individuals over the age of 55 to local volunteer opportunities, including mentoring vulnerable children, providing independent living services and support to frail seniors and their caregivers, and leveraging additional volunteers.

Training and Technical Assistance.—The 2011 Budget for training and technical assistance services is $13 million. The Corporation provides training and technical assistance services to programs and entities receiving or applying for financial support from the Corporation.

Disability Grants.—The 2011 Budget request is $6 million for disability inclusion grants to State Service Commissions and for training and technical assistance activities through a national provider.

Innovation, demonstration, and assistance.—This activity supports innovative and demonstration service programs. The 2011 Budget continues to expand the range of initiatives funded by the Corporation, including the Social Innovation Fund, which will help identify and scale-up promising programs across the country, the Volunteer Generation Fund, and a nationwide Call to Service Campaign. These initiatives and programs are aimed at incubating new ideas, expanding proven initiatives that address specific community needs, and supporting the generation of new volunteers. This activity also funds a pilot program for 150 Serve America Fellowships and the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. The 2011 Budget request is $77 million.

Evaluation.—This activity supports performance measurement and studies of program impact. The 2011 Budget request of $8 million will support expanded and in-depth assessments of the performance and impact of Corporation programs.

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Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

For necessary expenses of the Office of Inspector General in carrying out the Inspector General Act of 1978, [$7,700,000] $9,000,000. (Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

The Office of the Inspector General provides an independent assessment of Corporation operations, primarily through audits and investigations, with a goal of preventing fraud, waste, and abuse.

Object Classification (in millions of dollars)

Employment Summary

For necessary expenses of administration as provided under section 501(a)(5) of the National and Community Service Act of 1990 and under section 504(a) of the Domestic Volunteer Service Act of 1973, including payment of salaries, authorized travel, hire of passenger motor vehicles, the rental of conference rooms in the District of Columbia, the employment of experts and consultants authorized under 5 U.S.C. 3109, and not to exceed $2,500 for official reception and representation expenses, [$88,000,000] $109,000,000. (Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

This account provides salaries and operating expenses for National and Community Service Act and Domestic Volunteer Service Act programs.

Object Classification (in millions of dollars)

Employment Summary

Program and Financing (in millions of dollars)

The VISTA Advance Payments Revolving Fund was established in 2007 by Public Law 110-05 as the initial source of funding for VISTA member living allowances for which the Corporation is later reimbursed by nonprofit organizations as part of cost share agreements. All VISTA member benefits and services, and the majority of living allowances, are funded in the Operating Expenses account.

Trust Funds

[For necessary expenses for the National Service Trust established under subtitle D of title I of the National and Community Service Act of 1990 ("1990 Act''), $197,000,000, to remain available until expended: Provided, That the Corporation for National and Community Service may transfer additional funds from the amount provided within "Operating Expenses'' allocated to grants under subtitle C of title I of the 1990 Act to the National Service Trust upon determination that such transfer is necessary to support the activities of national service participants and after notice is transmitted to the Committees on Appropriations of the House of Representatives and the Senate: Provided further, That amounts appropriated for or transferred to the National Service Trust may be invested under section 145(b) of the 1990 Act without regard to the requirement to apportion funds under 31 U.S.C. 1513(b).] (Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010.)

Special and Trust Fund Receipts (in millions of dollars)