U.S.
TREASURY :: The
functions of the U.S. Treasury cover a spectrum of duties involved in
managing Federal finances. These duties range from collecting
taxes and debts owed to the U.S. government to supervising national
banks and thrift institutions. The treasury is also responsible
for investigating and prosecuting tax evaders, counterfeiters, forgers,
smugglers, illicit spirits distillers, and gun law violators. In
addition, the Treasury is charged with the duty of protecting the
President and Vice President (and their families), as well as
candidates for those offices, foreign missions resident in Washington,
and visiting foreign dignitaries. With procurement spending around
$3.3 billion in FY 1999, the Treasury is rated among the top Federal
procurement agencies.
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