United States Code Title 7 — Agriculture

§ 2286. Termination of committees

§ 2286.

Termination of committees

The Secretary shall terminate any advisory committee upon a finding that any such advisory committee—

(1)

has expended funds in excess of its estimated annual operating costs by more than 10 per centum or $500, whichever is greater, without the prior approval of the Secretary pursuant to the provisions of section 2285 of this title;

(2)

has failed to file all reports required under the provisions of chapter 10 of title 5 or this chapter;

(3)

has failed to meet for two consecutive years;

(4)

is responsible for functions that otherwise would be or should be performed by Federal employees; or

(5)

does not serve or has ceased to serve an essential public function.