Assignment of Certain Functions Relating to the Global War on Terror

In simple terms

This memorandum delegates presidential functions related to 'Peacekeeping Operations' funding under the 2005 Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act to the Secretary of State, with direction to consult OMB as appropriate. It is a routine administrative assignment of statutory functions.

Federal Register Open PDF 71 FR 36433

Record & deadlines

May 25, 2006Signed
Signed by the President
Jun 26, 2006FR published
Published in the Federal Register · 71 FR 36433
Federal Register PDF
Date TBD
Federal Register publication

Key directives

Assign President's functions under 'Peacekeeping Operations' heading to Secretary of State
Secretary of State shall consult OMB Director as appropriate
Secretary of State authorized and directed to publish in Federal Register

Who is ordered

What to expect

Immediate

Functions assigned to Secretary of State upon signing

Near term (90d)

Federal Register publication (occurred June 23, 2006)

Long term

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Risks & tensions

Minimal tension; routine delegation with consultative role for OMB preserving budget oversight