Report to Congress on the Use of Administrative Subpoena Authorities by Executive Branch Agencies and Entities

Section 7(a) of the Presidential Threat Protection Act of 2000 (Presidential Threat Protection Act), enacted on December 19, 2000, requires the Attorney General, in consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury, to conduct “a study on the use of administrative subpoena power by executive branch agencies or entities” and report the findings of that study “to the Committees on the Judiciary of the Senate and the House of Representatives.”¹ Section 7(b) of the Presidential Threat Protection Act requires the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Treasury to present data regarding the frequency of issuance of administrative subpoenas authorized by 18 U.S.C. §3486.

A. Summary of Report on Administrative Subpoena Authorities Held by Agencies under Authorities Other Than 18 U.S.C. §3486

As directed in section 7(a) of the Presidential Threat Protection Act, Section II of this report contains: “(1) a description of the sources of administrative subpoena power and scope of such subpoena power within executive agencies; (2) a description of applicable subpoena enforcement mechanisms; (3) a description of any notification provisions and any other provisions relating to safeguarding privacy interests; (4) a description of the standards governing the issuance of administrative subpoenas.” Section IVpresents the Attorney General’s recommendations regarding “necessary steps to ensure that administrative subpoena power is used and enforced consistently and fairly by executive branch agencies.” 5 U.S.C. §551 note, Pub.L. 106-544, § 7(a), Dec. 19, 2000, 114 Stat. 2719.

Definitions and Methodologies. For purposes of this report, “administrative subpoena” authority has been defined to include all powers, regardless of name, that Congress has granted to federal agencies to make an administrative or civil investigatory demand compelling document production or testimony. Civil compulsory process authorities with provision for judicial enforcement are included. Grand jury subpoenas, administrative law judge subpoenas, and investigative authorities requiring judicial approval are not within the scope of the report. Appendices A, B, and C of this report contain the full responses submitted by executive branch entities, as supplemented by legal research.

Findings. Congress grants the subpoena power held by executive branch entities, and the scope and exercise of these authorities are bound by statute. As the single most significant source of administrative subpoena power is granted by the Inspector General Act of 1978, the Inspector General subpoena authority is discussed in a separate, detailed Subsection II.B. The study reveals a complex proliferation of widely varying subpoena powers authorized by Congress. Submissions from executive branch entities and legal research identified approximately 335 existing administrative subpoena authorities held by various executive branch entities under current law.

Some of these subpoena authorities lack clear enforcement mechanisms. All federal executive branch administrative subpoenas are enforced by the courts. Statutes granting administrative subpoena authorities, however, generally fall into three enforcement-type categories: (1) statutes authorizing an agency official to apply directly to an appropriate U.S. district court for enforcement assistance, (2) statutes requiring an agency official to request the Attorney General’s aid in applying to a U.S. district court for enforcement assistance, and (3) statutes containing no identified enforcement mechanism.

Agencies are limited in their exercise of administrative subpoena authority by: (1) judicial review of subpoena orders prior to potential judicial enforcement; (2) notice or nondisclosure requirements imposed in an agency’s organic statutes; (3) privacy-protective constraints or notice requirements internal to the statute authorizing the subpoena power; (4) generally applicable privacy-protective statutes, prohibiting certain disclosures and requiring notice under certain circumstances; and (5) agency promulgated guidelines limiting or directing subpoena issuance.

Appendices A, B, and C of this report contain an individualized description of particular administrative subpoena authorities held by the various agencies. The appendices contain information related to: (1) sources of administrative subpoena authority and scope of such subpoena authority, (2) applicable subpoena enforcement mechanisms, (3) notification provisions and other provisions related to safeguarding privacy interests, and (4) standards governing issuance of administrative subpoenas. The report itself also briefly discusses each of these four topics. The information provided in the appendices is derived from submissions from individual agencies in response to a survey issued by the Office of Legal Policy of the Department of Justice as well as some independent legal research. Appendix A contains information related to authorities held by federal governmental entities other than the Departments of Justice or Treasury. Appendix B contains information related to authorities held by the Department of Justice. Appendix C contains information related to authorities held by the Department of Treasury. As most entries in the Appendices were submitted by individual agencies, commissions, and other governmental entities, they do not necessarily reflect the view or recommendation of the Attorney General or Secretary of the Treasury.

Recommendations. The Department of Justice notes that despite inconsistencies in the formulation of the many authorizing statutes, judicial involvement in enforcement ensures a good degree of fairness–especially where enforcement actions must be initiated and coordinated by the Department of Justice. As administrative subpoena authorities are created by separate statutes, which differ in their purpose and content, and no consistent patterns emerge from a study of these authorities, making any recommendations generally applicable to these various authorities would be neither prudent nor practical. As various agencies referred to suggestions regarding authority-specific changes, the Department of Justice looks forward to working with Congress and other agencies in the future to evaluate these potential changes.

B. Summary of Report on Justice Department and Treasury Subpoena Authorities Held Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §3486

Section 7(b) of the Presidential Threat Protection Act requires the Attorney General and the Secretary of the Treasury to “report in January of each year to the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate and the House of Representatives on the number of administrative subpoenas issued by them under [18 U.S.C. §3486] and the identity of the agency or component of the Department of Justice or the Department of Treasury issuing the subpoena and imposing the charges.”

U.S.C. §551 note, Pub.L. 106-544, § 7, 114 Stat. 2719 (2000). The reporting requirement of section 7(b) terminates in December of 2003, “3 years after the date of the enactment,” which occurred on December 19, 2000. Pub.L. 106-544, §7(b)(2), 114 Stat. 2719 (2000). Section III of this report contains a description of the authorities provided under 18 U.S.C. §3486(a), as well as data regarding the frequency of use during Calendar Year 2001. Frequency data for subpoenas issued under 18 U.S.C. §3486 is also included in tabular form in Table 1 infra.

II. ADMINISTRATIVE SUBPOENA AUTHORITI ES HELD BY AGENCIES UNDER AUTHORITIES OTHER THAN 18 U.S.C. §348

A. General Subpoena Authorities Held by the Various Agencies

1. Description of the Sources of Administrative Subpoena Power and the Scope of Such Subpoena Authority.

As administrative agencies are established through statute, a statute must also authorize their issuance of administrative subpoenas.² Administrative subpoena authorities allow executive branch agencies to issue a compulsory request for documents or testimony without prior approval from a grand jury, court, or other judicial entity. Without sufficient investigatory powers, including some authority to issue administrative subpoena requests, federal governmental entities would be unable to fulfill their statutorily imposed responsibility to implement regulatory or fiscal policies.³ Congress has granted some form of administrative subpoena authority to most federal agencies, with many agencies holding several such authorities. The authority most commonly used, the authority provided to all Inspectors General, is discussed in detail in Subsection II.B infra. While the Inspector General authority is mainly used in criminal investigations, specific administrative subpoena authorities may be exercised in civil or criminal investigations. While federal authorizing statutes generally grant subpoena authorities directly to a particular agency head, a few statutory authorities authorize the President to exercise a subpoena authority, and the President has generally delegated that authority to a specific agency head through Executive Order.⁴ Most administrative subpoena authorities have been redelegated by the entity head to subordinate officials within the entity. Some statutes granting administrative subpoena authorities, however, limit or forbid delegation of the authority to lower-ranking officials within the agency.⁵ In some instances, the decision to issue a subpoena is made unilaterally by an agency official;⁶ in other instances, the issuance of a subpoena requires the vote, approval, or resolution of multiple individuals.⁷

The Supreme Court has construed administrative subpoena authorities broadly⁸ and has consistently allowed expansion of the scope of administrative investigative authorities, including subpoena authorities, in recognition of the principle that overbearing limitation of these authorities would leave administrative entities unable to execute their respective statutory responsibilities.⁹ While an agency’s exercise of administrative subpoena authority is not subject to prior judicial approval, a subpoena issuance is subject to judicial review upon a recipient’s motion to modify or quash the subpoena or upon an agency’s initiation of a judicial enforcement action.

Federal courts subject the exercise of administrative subpoena authority to a reasonableness analysis, not the more stringent Fourth Amendment “probable cause” analysis applied in situations involving search and seizure and issuance of a warrant. In United States v. Powell,¹⁰ the Court articulated the deferential standard for judicial review of administrative enforcement actions in a four-factor evaluation of “good faith” issuance, requiring that: (1) the investigation is conducted pursuant to a legitimate purpose, (2) the information requested under the subpoena is relevant to that purpose, (3) the agency does not already have the information it is seeking with the subpoena, and (4) the agency has followed the necessary administrative steps in issuing the subpoena.¹¹ The federal courts have construed the Powell factors broadly, allowing greater flexibility for government action.

While federal agencies are dependent upon the courts to enforce administrative subpoena requests, U.S. district courts must enforce an agency’s subpoena authority unless the evidence sought by the subpoena is “plainly incompetent or irrelevant to any lawful purpose of the [requesting official] in the discharge” of his or her statutory duties.¹² The Supreme Court noted in Oklahoma Press Publishing Company v. Walling¹³ that “[t]he very purpose of the subpoena . . . is to discover and procure evidence, not to prove a pending charge or complaint, but upon which to make one if . . . the facts thus discovered should justify doing so.”¹⁴ In other words, a federal court may not condition enforcement of an agency’s subpoena upon a showing of probable cause because the agency may be using the very subpoena at question to make an initial determination as to whether such probable cause does, in fact, exist. The Supreme Court has stated in United States v. Morton Salt¹⁵ that, in evaluating the appropriateness of an administrative subpoena request, a court must simply determine that “the inquiry is within the authority of the agency, the demand is not too indefinite and the information sought is reasonably relevant.”¹⁶ The courts are generally deferential to the agency’s determination that the information sought is “reasonably relevant,” noting that a court must “defer to the agency’s appraisal of relevancy in connection with an investigative subpoena as long as it is not ‘obviously wrong.’”¹⁷

The Supreme Court has declined to establish universally applicable standards of reasonableness for evaluating the scope of administrative subpoena issuance, leaving room for lower courts to tailor their analysis to the unique circumstances of a particular investigation. The Court has provided some guidance, however, stating that lower courts should require at minimum that an agency’s “specification of the documents to be produced [is] adequate, but not excessive, for the purposes of the relevant inquiry” and that the agency use “particularity in ‘describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.’”¹⁸

In addition to challenges based on the Fourth Amendment, the Supreme Court has recognized several potential grounds for challenge or modification of an administrative subpoena authority in certain instances. These grounds include, but are not limited to, the: (1) privilege against self incrimination, (2) free exercise of religion, (3) freedom of association, (4) attorney-client privilege.¹⁹

2. Description of Applicable Subpoena Enforcement Mechanisms.

Congress has consistently required that agencies and departments seek enforcement of administrative subpoenas through a federal district court. Federal courts have generally recognized that “[b]ifurcation of the power, on the one hand of the agency to issue subpoenas and on the other hand of the courts to enforce them, is an inherent protection against abuse of subpoena power.”²⁰

Statutes granting administrative subpoena authorities generally fall into three enforcement-related categories: (1) statutes authorizing an agency official to apply directly to an appropriate U.S. district court for enforcement assistance,²¹ (2) statutes requiring an agency official to request the Attorney General’s aid in applying to a U.S. district court for enforcement assistance,²² and (3) statutes containing no stated enforcement mechanism.²³ Where an agency requests the assistance of the Attorney General through a United States Attorney’s office to seek enforcement of an administrative subpoena in federal district court, the United States Attorney’s office plays a role that is more than ministerial, exercising discretion in determining whether to seek enforcement by a court. In evaluating such requests, the United States Attorney’s office evaluates the subpoena issued by the agency to determine whether the scope of the request is in keeping with the agency’s statutory authority and the agency has followed proper procedures in issuing the subpoena.²⁴ In short, the United States Attorney’s office evaluates the subpoena request to determine whether the requirements of Powell and Oklahoma Press (good faith and reasonableness) have been satisfied.

When a federal court acts in regard to an agency’s enforcement petition, whether presented by the agency directly or through a United States Attorney, “the district court's role is not that of a mere rubber stamp, but of an independent reviewing authority called upon to insure the integrity of the proceeding.”²⁵ Federal courts have noted that “[t]he system of judicial enforcement is designed to provide a meaningful day in court for one resisting an administrative subpoena,"²⁶ and that “the court has the power to condition enforcement upon observance of safeguards to the respondent's valid interests.”²⁷ The burden of proof imposed on a challenger to an administrative subpoena is steep, however. A challenge based on an agency’s failure to satisfy one of the four factors establishing “good faith” under Powell,”²⁸ for instance, will only be successful upon a showing of “institutionalized bad faith,” not mere bad faith on the part of a particular individual issuing the subpoena.²⁹ A district court’s order requiring compliance with an administrative subpoena or refusing to quash a subpoena request is immediately appealable, however, as such an order is generally treated as a final judgment under 28 U.S.C. §1291.³⁰

Most statutes authorizing administrative subpoena enforcement in federal district court authorize the court to impose contempt sanctions upon a recipient who continues to refuse to comply even after a court order of compliance. Certain statutes authorizing enforcement by a federal district court also provide for specific penalty ranges or limitations for findings of criminal or civil contempt of court based on noncompliance with a court order to comply with an administrative subpoena request. In some instances, these penalties are particularly stringent.³¹ Statutes prescribing specific penalties for noncompliance with an administrative subpoena and subsequent court order occasionally provide more severe penalties for “willful contempt,” as compared to mere “contempt.”³²Other statutes authorizing district court enforcement action, either at the request of the agency itself or through petition of the Attorney General, contain no specific contempt penalty provisions.³³ Under such statutes, the U.S. district courts are free to apply penalties for civil and criminal contempt otherwise available at law where a party refuses to comply with a court’s order that the party submit to an agency’s subpoena request.³⁴ In still other instances, it is unclear whether a particular statutory subpoena authority is accompanied by a particular statutory penalty or penalty limitation to be imposed for contempt based on failure to comply with a court’s order for compliance. The Department of Interior, for instance, holds a specific subpoena authority under Section 1724 of the Royalty Simplification and Fairness Act (RSFA) but has not yet had occasion to litigate the question as to whether a civil penalty prescribed for a violation of the Federal Oil and Gas Management Act (FOGRMA), a statute amended by the RSFA, is also applicable as a penalty for contempt of court in failing to comply with the court’s order to submit to an RFSA subpoena.³⁵

Proceedings in U.S. district court brought to compel compliance with an administrative subpoena are summary proceedings. In general, the agency issuing a subpoena requests the court’s assistance in enforcing the agency’s previous subpoena order, or requests the Attorney General’s intervention in petitioning the appropriate district court for enforcement assistance.³⁶ The district court generally issues an order to the subpoena recipient to show cause for nonenforcement of the subpoena. If the recipient does not present sufficient reason that the subpoena should not be enforced, including a showing of noncompliance with the Powell “good faith” factors, “abuse of the court’s process,” or the “unreasonableness” of the agency’s request, the court will issue an order of compliance. While a subpoena recipient may be entitled to some opportunity for discovery and an evidentiary hearing prior to judicial enforcement of an administrative subpoena, this entitlement is not absolute³⁷ and is dependent upon the recipient’s presentation of a certain “threshold showing” of facts supporting the need for such hearing.³⁸ The level of this threshold showing varies among the federal courts.³⁹ Should a hearing be provided, the subpoena recipient may present a successful challenge by showing by a preponderance of the evidence that the administrative agency did not act in “good faith” in issuing the subpoena, was otherwise unreasonable in its subpoena request, or “abused the processes of the court” in seeking enforcement.⁴⁰

While the federal courts have generally been somewhat deferential to federal agencies in enforcing administrative subpoenas, case law notes that the courts do not merely “rubber stamp” an agency’s use of subpoena authority.⁴¹ Several courts have noted that "[t]he system of judicial enforcement is designed to provide a meaningful day in court for one resisting an administrative subpoena,"⁴² and that “[i]n the discharge of that duty, the court has the power to condition enforcement upon observance of safeguards to the respondent's valid interests.⁴³ As the Supreme Court noted in 1946 in Oklahoma Press Publishing Company v. Walling, however, the responsibility of the federal courts in administrative subpoena enforcement proceedings is to remain “fully alive to the dual necessity of safeguarding adequately the public and the private interest” involved in such situations.⁴⁴ Therefore, the lower federal courts have been instructed to balance the public’s interest in law enforcement, order, and basic fairness with the personal or corporate interest in absolute privacy.⁴⁵

As federal agencies are not currently authorized under statute to enforce administrative subpoena compliance directly, certain agencies have recognized that they are capable of taking action separate and apart from a U.S. district court’s enforcement action in an indirect effort to encourage compliance. The Federal Maritime Commission, for instance, states that, in addition to requesting the Attorney General’s assistance in seeking judicial enforcement, the Commission may: (1) suspend a common carrier’s tariff or use of a tariff for failure to supply information, 46 App. U.S.C. §1712(b)(2), (2) impose a penalty of up to $50,000 per shipment for carriers subsequently operating under a suspended tariff, 46 App. U.S.C. §1712(b)(3), and (3) request that the Secretary of the Treasury refuse clearance to carriers in noncompliance with a subpoena request, 46 App. U.S.C. §1712(b)(4). Shipping Act of 1984, 46 U.S.C. §13(b)(2)-(4).⁴⁶

3. Description of Any Notification Provisions and Any Other Provisions Relating to Safeguarding Privacy Interests.

The privacy interests of administrative subpoena recipients are protected to some degree by the maintenance of enforcement authority in the judiciary and the statutory ability of recipients to motion a court to quash or modify a subpoena request.⁴⁷See discussion of judicial review in enforcement proceedings in subsection II.A.3.a infra and section II.A.2 supra. In addition, agencies and departments are limited in exercising their administrative subpoena authorities by (1) nondisclosure requirements imposed in an agency’s organic statutes, (2) privacy-protective constraints internal to the statute authorizing the subpoena power, (3) generally applicable privacy-protective statutes, and (4) agency-promulgated guidelines limiting or directing subpoena issuance. See discussion of various statutory/regulatory privacy-protective provisions in subsection II.A.3.b infra. Subsection II.A.3.c infra discusses privacy-protective guidelines and directives established internally in agencies holding administrative subpoena authorities.

a. Privacy-protective impact of maintaining administrative subpoena enforcement authority in judiciary.

While the privacy interests of an individual or entity are protected by maintaining administrative subpoena enforcement authority in the federal courts, the courts have consistently held that the issuance of an administrative subpoena without a showing of probable cause does not violate the Fourth Amendment.⁴⁸ The federal courts have recognized that a showing of probable cause is unnecessary in issuing and enforcing an administrative subpoena as the exercise of such authority is significantly less intrusive than a search and seizure carried out under a warrant.⁴⁹ After all, statutes authorizing administrative subpoenas are generally enforceable through judicial process,⁵⁰ and the subject of the subpoena is not subject to the possible physical invasion that a search and seizure may impose. In addition, as the Supreme Court has recognized, the issuance of an administrative subpoena may not be subjected to a probable cause requirement as the administrative subpoena is often issued for the very purpose of determining whether such probable cause exists.⁵¹

In place of a probable cause requirement, the federal courts in enforcement proceedings have imposed basic requirements as to the scope, necessity, and authority to issue an administrative subpoena in addition to evaluating the reasonableness of an administrative subpoena request. A recipient of an administrative subpoena may challenge the issuance or enforcement of an administrative subpoena in court by presenting sufficient evidence that the agency has not acted in accordance with the basic standards of reasonableness as articulated in Oklahoma Press Publishing Co. v. Walling,⁵² has not issued an administrative subpoena in “good faith” demonstrated by a failure to satisfy factors articulated in United States v. Powell,⁵³ or has abused the judicial process in petitioning a court for enforcement.⁵⁴ While a judicial challenge on these grounds is only available to the subpoena recipient either (1) through a petition to quash a subpoena or (2) in the course of challenging an administrative subpoena enforcement order, an agency must consider the strictures of each of these possible grounds for nonenforcement before issuing an administrative subpoena. While the courts are deferential in evaluating an agency’s issuance of an administrative subpoena, a court does not merely “rubber stamp” an agency’s exercise of issuance authority.

In Oklahoma Press Publishing Co. v. Walling, 327 U.S. 186 (1946), the Supreme Court discussed the necessity of balancing the importance of the public interest in the information being requested with the importance of the interest in personal or organizational privacy. See 327 U.S. 186, 202 (1946). The Court noted in Oklahoma Press that a court should evaluate a challenge to an administrative subpoena by considering whether: (1) the investigation is for a lawfully authorized purpose, (2) the subpoena authority at issue is within the power of Congress to command, and (3) the “documents sought are relevant to the inquiry.”⁵⁵ The Court also noted that an administrative subpoena request must be “reasonable” in nature. The Court declined to strictly define the applicable reasonableness inquiry, however, stating that the inquiry in such situations cannot be “reduced to formula; for relevancy, adequacy or excess in the breadth of subpoena are matters variable in relation to the nature, purposes, and scope of the inquiry.” ⁵⁶ The Court noted that reasonableness requires, in summary, “specification of the documents to be produced adequate, but not excessive, for the purposes of the relevant inquiry,” including “particularity in ‘describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.’”⁵⁷

b. Statutorily imposed privacy limitations or notice provisions.

(i) Nondisclosure requirements imposed in an agency’s organic statutes.

The organic statutes of certain agencies contain internal provisions restricting the disclosure of particular information regularly accessed by the agency. The Federal Trade Commission Act, for instance, contains strict nondisclosure requirements, protecting confidential financial or commercial information.⁵⁸ A full description of the privacy-related provisions contained in the organic statutes of the federal agencies is beyond the scope of this report.

(ii) Internal statutory constraints in the subpoena-authorizing statute.

Certain of the statutes authorizing exercise of administrative subpoena authority contain internal privacy limitations.⁵⁹ Other authorizing statutes contain internal notification requirements.⁶⁰ Many of these internal statutory constraints are referenced in the attached Appendices. A full description of each of these internal statutory constraints is beyond the scope of this report.

(iii) Generally applicable privacy or notice statutes.

Many privacy-protective statutory schemes have been enacted to protect specific categories of information, personal or organizational. These statutes are applicable, in certain circumstances, to information collected in response to administrative subpoena authorities. Subsections II.A.3.b.(aa) through II.A.3.b.(ll) infra provide a brief description of several of these privacy-protective provisions and their potential relation to administrative subpoena requests.

(aa) Privacy Act, 5 U.S.C. §552a.

The Privacy Act regulates to some degree the sharing of information among federal agencies and the disclosure of information to third parties. See 5 U.S.C. § 552a. The Act was intended, among other things, to safeguard an individual’s privacy by preventing the misuse of federal records.

Subject to some exceptions, including an exception for records released as part of an authorized civil or criminal law enforcement investigation, federal agencies are required to obtain an individual’s consent before releasing protected records to another federal agency or other third party.⁶¹ 5 U.S.C. §552a(b). Records protected by the Act include, but are not limited to, those containing specific reference to an individual’s “education, financial transactions, medical history, and criminal or employment history” and that contain the individual’s “name, or the identifying number, symbol, or other identifying particular assigned to the individual, such as a finger or voice print or a photograph.” 5 U.S.C. §552a(a)(4).

Agencies may share information protected by the Act if they do so through a “routine use,” an information sharing relationship disclosed through advance notice in the Federal Register and to Congress and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). By requiring the agencies to provide Congress and OMB with advance notice of such information sharing, Congress and OMB are able to evaluate “the probable or potential effect of such proposal[s] on the privacy or other rights of individuals.” 5 U.S.C. section 552a(r).

(bb) Freedom of Information Act, 5 U.S.C. §552.

The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) generally requires the disclosure of certain government information to the public at the request of an individual or entity. FOIA, however, contains a number of exceptions, allowing governmental entities to withhold information obtained in response to an administrative subpoena under certain circumstances. Particular types of information exempted from FOIA’s general disclosure requirements include, but are not limited to: (1) “trade secrets and commercial or financial information obtained from a person and privileged or confidential,” (2) “personnel and medical files and similar files the disclosure of which would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy;” and, (3) to a certain extent, “records or information compiled for law enforcement purposes.”⁶² In addition, agency regulations sometimes contain provisions allowing parties to petition for confidential treatment of information provided at the request of an agency in carrying out its statutory responsibilities.⁶³

(cc) Right to Financial Privacy Act (RFPA), 12 U.S.C. §3401 et seq. (customer financial records)

The legislative history of the Right to Financial Privacy Act (RFPA) denotes that it was intended to balance the privacy interests of customers of financial institutions with the public’s interest in effective and legitimate law enforcement investigations.⁶⁴ 12 U.S.C. §3402. RFPA limits both the access/disclosure and the interagency transfer of a customer’s personal financial information.

RFPA prohibits any agency or department from obtaining (or any private "financial institution" as defined in 12 U.S.C. § 3401(1) from disclosing) the financial records of a financial institution's "customer" as defined in 12 U.S.C. § 3401(5) without prior customer consent, except where access is authorized by one of the express exceptions to the Act or is accomplished through one of the five access mechanisms mandated by the Act, including “administrative subpoena or summons.” See 12 U.S.C. § 3412 (regarding restrictions on interagency transfer of protected information). Under 12 U.S.C. §3405, a government authority may obtain financial records protected by RFPA pursuant to an administrative subpoena only if: (1) there is reason to believe that the records sought are relevant to a legitimate law enforcement inquiry and (2) a copy of the subpoena or summons has been served upon the customer or mailed to his last known address on or before the date on which the subpoena or summons was served on the financial institution together with a notice stating with reasonable specificity the nature of the law enforcement inquiry. See 12 U.S.C. §3405. The statute provides specific language for the agency to use in the notice it provides to the customer.⁶⁵ A financial institution is forbidden under RFPA from releasing the financial records of a customer "until the Government authority seeking such records certifies in writing to the financial institution that it has complied with the applicable provisions" of the Act, including the notice provision. 12 U.S.C. § 3403(b). Pursuant to 12 U.S.C. §3409, however, a governmental entity may under certain enumerated circumstances seek a court order allowing delayed notification to the customer.⁶⁶

Federal agencies may be subject to civil penalties for violation of RFPA requirements,⁶⁷and federal agents or employees are subject to disciplinary action for willful or intentional violation of the Act,⁶⁸ thus providing incentive to protect the privacy of consumer financial records requested by an agency under its subpoena authority.⁶⁹

The customer receiving notice of an administrative subpoena request has ten days after the receipt of that notice, or fourteen days after the notice was mailed to the consumer, to provide consent or to challenge the government access to their records in U.S. district court. 12 U.S.C. §3410(a). In bringing an RFPRA challenge to a subpoena, however, the customer bears the initial burden of proof.⁷⁰ In order for a customer to challenge a subpoena, he or she may make a procedural argument that the proper notice was not provided as required by the act or a substantive argument that either the information sought by the agency was not “reasonably described”⁷¹ or the agency did not have “reason to believe that the records sought are relevant to a legitimate law enforcement inquiry.”⁷² Lower federal courts have generally accorded agencies wide latitude in imposing administrative subpoenas, however, and the two bases for substantive challenge under RFPA rarely prove fruitful for challengers in court.⁷³ Administrative subpoenas issued in relation to inquiries not related to law enforcement inquiries are subject to the general requirement of RFPRA that customer consent must be gained prior to receipt/disclosure of the subpoenaed information protected by the Act.

(dd) Trade Secrets Act, 18 U.S.C. §1905

While 18 U.S.C. §1905, a provision of the Trade Secrets Act, does not place restrictions on information requests, it is intended to prevent a federal employee from publicly divulging particular information derived from “examination or investigation.” The provision states in full that:

Whoever, being an officer or employee of the United States or of any department or agency thereof, any person acting on behalf of the Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight, or agent of the Department of Justice as defined in the Antitrust Civil Process Act (15 U.S.C. 1311-1314), publishes, divulges, discloses, or makes known in any manner or to any extent not authorized by law any information coming to him in the course of his employment or official duties or by reason of any examination or investigation made by, or return, report or record made to or filed with, such department or agency or officer or employee thereof, which information concerns or relates to the trade secrets, processes, operations, style of work, or apparatus, or to the identity, confidential statistical data, amount or source of any income, profits, losses, or expenditures of any person, firm, partnership, corporation, or association; or permits any income return or copy thereof or any book containing any abstract or particulars thereof to be seen or examined by any person except as provided by law; shall be fined under this title, or imprisoned not more than one year, or both; and shall be removed from office or employment.

Id.

The language of the statute clearly requires federal employees to protect certain personal and business information obtained under an issued administrative subpoena from public disclosure, and the consequences for a statutory violation–including fine, imprisonment, or both–are stringent. Id.

(ee) Limitations in Regard to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Information– 42 U.S.C. §290dd-2, regulations at 42 C.F.R. Part 2

The disclosure of medical records of substance abuse patients obtained through administrative subpoena compliance is strictly limited by operation of 42 U.S.C. §290dd-2, which prohibits the disclosure of such medical records unless disclosure is specifically permitted by the statute, or by the implementing regulations, which may be found at 42 C.F.R. Part 2. Section 290dd-2 of Title 42 of the United States Code requires that “records of the identity, diagnosis, prognosis, or treatment of any patient which are maintained in connection with the performance of any program or activity relating to substance abuse education, prevention, training, treatment, rehabilitation, or research, which is conducted, regulated, or directly or indirectly assisted by any department or agency of the United States shall . . . be confidential and be disclosed only for the purposes and under the circumstances expressly authorized” by the statute. The statute authorizes disclosure in a limited number of circumstances. Prohibitions on disclosure under the statute continue to apply to a patient’s records, regardless of “whether or when the individual ceases to be a patient. 42 U.S.C. §290dd-2(d).

An agency or department may disclose such information with the consent of the person who is the subject of the records. 42 U.S.C. §290dd-2(b)(1). Even with patient consent, however, the information may only be disclosed to (1) medical personnel to meet a “bona fide medical emergency,” (2) “qualified personnel for the purpose of conducting scientific research, management audits, financial audits, or program evaluation, but such personnel may not identify, directly or indirectly, any individual patient in any report of such research, audit, or evaluation, or otherwise disclose patient identities in any manner,” or (3) “if authorized by an appropriate order of a court of competent jurisdiction granted after application showing good cause therefor, including the need to avert a substantial risk of death or serious bodily harm.”⁷⁴ The information disclosed under the statute may not be used to initiate or substantiate criminal charges against a patient or to conduct any investigation of the patient. In criminal investigations, a special court order must be obtained before the holder of the substance abuse patient medical records may produce such records, even in response to compulsory process, whether a search warrant, grand jury subpoena, or a health care fraud administrative subpoena.

A person violating these provisions is subject to fine under Title 18 of the United States Code. See 42 U.S.C. §290dd-2(f). The Secretary of Health and Human Services has promulgated extensive regulations related to 42 U.S.C. §290dd-2 at 42 C.F.R. Part 2.

(ff) HHS Medical Privacy Regulations authorized under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

The Health Insurance Accountability and Portability Act (1996) required Congress to enact privacy standards in relation to patients’ health information by August 21, 1999. 42 U.S.C. §1320d-2 note (2000), Pub. L. 104-191, §264(a)-(b), 110 Stat. 2033. HIPAA also authorized the Secretary of Health and Human Services to promulgate rules if Congress failed to meet its statutory deadline. 42 U.S.C. §1320d-2 note (2000), Pub. L. 104-191, §§264. As Congress failed to meet its statutory deadline, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) promulgated a regulation, which is scheduled to take effect on April 14, 2003.⁷⁵

Under this regulation, no disclosure of patient health information may be made by health care providers or other covered entities or their associates unless the patient authorizes it, the disclosure is required by law, or the disclosure is specifically permitted by the rule. A disclosure is considered "required by law" when the disclosure "complies with and is limited to the relevant requirements of such law."⁷⁶ This broad provision is limited by the caveat in §164.512(a)(2) that "[a] covered entity must meet the requirements described in paragraph (c), (e), or (f) of this section for uses or disclosures required by law." The requirements imposed in those sections relate to disclosures arising from adult abuse and neglect or domestic violence (§164.512(c)), disclosures in judicial or administrative proceedings (§164.512(e)), or disclosures for law enforcement purposes (§164.512(f).

To qualify as a disclosure for law enforcement purposes, the subject of the protected health information must be the target or subject of the investigation and the activity or investigation may not relate to: (a) the receipt of health care; (b) a claim for public benefits related to health; or (c) qualification for or receipt of public benefits or services where the subject’s health is integral to the claim for benefits or services.⁷⁷ In such cases, a covered entity may disclose protected health information to law enforcement pursuant to an administrative request only when the material sought is (1) relevant and material to a law enforcement inquiry, (2) the request is limited in scope in light of the purpose for which it is sought, and (3) de-identified information could not be used by law enforcement for the same purpose.⁷⁸ However, law enforcement may still acquire records from covered entities without meeting these three requirements through the use of a court order, a subpoena issued by a judicial officer, or a grand jury subpoena.⁷⁹

The regulation recognizes that there may be occasions when law enforcement organizations perform health oversight activities, thereby increasing the need for access to protected health information. Examples of this are occasions when the Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigations, or the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, investigate allegations of fraud against the Medicare program or other government and private health care plans.⁸⁰ These oversight activities, which are granted much broader access to protected health information under the regulation, include audits, investigations, inspections, civil, criminal, or administrative proceedings or actions, and other activities necessary for oversight of: the nation's health care system; government benefit programs for which health information is relevant to beneficiary eligibility; government regulatory programs for which health information is necessary for determining compliance with program standards; and entities subject to civil rights laws for which health information is necessary for determining compliance.⁸¹ In such oversight activities, the covered entity is permitted to make a disclosure to an authorized oversight agency without the patient's consent.

Entities subject to the requirements of the final rule include: (1) health care providers, (2) health plans, (3) health clearinghouses⁸² and (4) business associates of these entities who assist with their performance, including lawyers and consultants.⁸³

(gg) Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA), 18 U.S.C. §2701 et seq. (stored electronic communications and customer records)

The provisions of the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA) limit the disclosure of certain “wire or electronic communications” pertaining to a subscriber to or customers of a “provider of electronic communication service or remote computing service.” 18 U.S.C. §2703. The Act limits a service provider’s ability to disclose the contents of electronic communications that have been in electronic storage for less than 180 days or in a remote computing service, unless sought under a valid warrant. Id. Communications that have been in electronic storage for more than 180 days or in a remote computing service, however, may be released to a governmental entity when the entity seeks the communications under a valid warrant without prior notice to the customer or subscriber or with prior notice to the customer of subscriber by use of “an administrative subpoena authorized by a Federal or State statute.” Id.

Section 2703 of the ECPA requires that a governmental agency give prior notice to the service’s subscriber or customer if the agency issues a subpoena seeking disclosure of communications covered by the Act. Section 2705 allows the agency or governmental entity to delay notification of a subpoena to the subscriber/customer in some circumstances for ninety days upon written certification by a supervisory official that timely notice may have an “adverse result.” Under the language of the statute, such “adverse result[s]” may include: “(a) endangering the life or physical safety of an individual, (b) flight from prosecution, (c) destruction of or tampering with evidence, (d) intimidation of potential witnesses; or (e) otherwise seriously jeopardizing an investigation or unduly delaying a trial.” 18 U.S.C. §2705. In addition, the ECPA authorizes an agency to seek a court order prohibiting an electronic service provider from notifying a user of the existence or compliance with an administrative subpoena. A court is required to issue such an order “for such period as the court deems appropriate” if there is reason to believe that notification will cause any of the five “adverse results” listed above. 18 U.S.C. §2705(b).

(hh) Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), 15 U.S.C. §1681 et seq. (consumer reports).

The Fair Credit Reporting Act generally limits permissible disclosures of consumer reports by consumer reporting agencies. While consumer reporting agencies are authorized to disclose consumer reports in response to grand jury subpoena requests or court order, consumer reporting agencies may not disclose such reports in response to administrative subpoena requests. Consumer reporting agencies are, however, authorized to disclose such information to the Federal Bureau of Investigation or other governmental agencies for counterterrorism purposes when “presented with a written certification by such government agency that such information is necessary for the agency's conduct or such investigation, activity or analysis.” 15 U.S.C. §1681u. A consumer reporting agency may only “disclose the name, address, former addresses, places of employment, or former places of employment, to the Federal Bureau of Investigation when presented with a written request, signed by the Director or the Director's designee in a position not lower than Deputy.” 15 U.S.C. §1681u(b). The Director, or the Director’s designee, may only certify such a request of he or she has “determined in writing that such information is sought for the conduct of an authorized investigation to protect against international terrorism or clandestine intelligence activities, provided that such an investigation of a United States person is not conducted solely upon the basis of activities protected by the first amendment to the Constitution of the United States.” 15 U.S.C. §1681u(b). Consumer reporting agencies and their agents are prohibited from disclosing to third parties any information that would alert them to the fact that the FBI had requested such information. 15 U.S.C. §1681u(d).

(ii) Protection of Cable Subscriber Privacy, 47 U.S.C. §551.

The Cable Act requires prior subscriber consent for any disclosure of personally identifiable information from a cable provider except in the instance of a court order for production of the information. Exercise of administrative subpoena authority is not sufficient to justify the release of certain personally-identifiable information from a cable provider, including the “(i) extent of any viewing or other use by the subscriber of a cable service or other service provided by the cable operator, or (ii) the nature of any transaction made by the subscriber over the cable system of the cable operator.” 47 U.S.C. §551(c)(2)(C)(i)-(ii).

(jj) 26 U.S.C. §6103 (tax return information).

Disclosure of tax return information accessed through administrative subpoenas is limited by 26 U.S.C. §6103. Section 6103(b)(2) defines tax return information to include, among other things, a “taxpayer’s identity, the nature, source, or amount of his income, payments, receipts, deductions, exemptions, credits, assets, liabilities, net worth, tax liability, tax withheld, deficiencies, overassessments, or tax payments.” Section 6103(p)(4) requires an agency receiving tax return information to establish and maintain adequate procedures to safeguard the confidentiality of information disclosed. Disclosing non-taxpayer information in a manner prohibited by 26 U.S.C. §6103 is currently a felony, punishable by five years imprisonment, a fine of five thousand dollars, and dismissal from employment. 26 U.S.C. 7213.

(kk) Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 U.S.C. §1232g(b)(2)(B).

FERPA generally prohibits the dispersal of federal funds to student educational agencies or institutions that have a policy or practice of permitting the release of a student’s educational records or personally identifiable information contained therein to any individual, agency or organization without the written consent of the student’s parents. 20 U.S.C. §1232g(b)(1). Entities responding to subpoena requests, however, are exempt from the general prohibition. 20 U.S.C. §1232g(b)(1)(J)(ii). The agency issuing the subpoena may, upon showing good cause, order the disclosing educational entity not to disclose the “the existence or contents of the subpoena” or “any information furnished in response to the subpoena” to the student or her parents. Where “good cause” is not shown, entities disclosing information in response to a subpoena are required to give notice of the subpoena to parents and the student prior to the compliance date. 20 U.S.C. §1232g(b)(2)(B). Government agencies accessing “records which may be necessary in connection with the audit and evaluation of Federally-supported education programs, or in connection with the enforcement of the Federal legal requirements which relate to such programs” are required to protect the information “in a manner which will not permit the personal identification of students and their parents by other than those officials, and such personally identifiable data shall be destroyed when no longer needed for such audit, evaluation, and enforcement of Federal legal requirements.” 20 U.S.C. §1232g(b)(3). In addition, 20 U.S.C. §1232g(b)(2)(B) and (4)(B) require that the information submitted in response to a subpoena request be transferred to third parties only upon the condition that the third party will not permit access to any other party without the consent of the parents or the student.

Federal courts have held that FERPA does not provide a private right of action against an entity seeking educational records, however, as the statute only authorizes the Secretary of Education or an adminstrative head of an education agency to take appropriate actions to enforce the provisions of FERPA.⁸⁴ 20 U.S.C. §1232(g)(f). In addition, at least one federal court has held that FERPA prohibits the disclosure but not the act of accessing such records.⁸⁵

(ll) Wrongful Disclosure of Video Tape Rental or Sale Records, 18 U.S.C. §2710

Video tape service providers are prohibited from disclosing “personally identifiable information,” except in certain circumstances including the issuance of a law enforcement warrant, grand jury subpoena, or court order. 18 U.S.C. §2710(b)(2)(C). Permissible disclosure in other circumstances, including, presumably, in response to an administrative subpoena request, is limited to include only the names and addresses of subscribers. Disclosure of such names and addresses may only be provided if : “(i) the video tape service provider has provided the consumer with the opportunity, in a clear and conspicuous manner, to prohibit such disclosure; and (ii) the disclosure does not identify the title, description, or subject matter of any video tapes or other audio visual material. . . .” 18 U.S.C. §2710(b)(2)(D).

c. Intra-agency Regulations, Guidelines, and Directives

See Appendices A, B, and C for references to intra-agency regulations, guidelines and directives related to administrative subpoena issuance. Brief descriptions of such regulations and guidelines are included in the appendices where provided by the agency holding the subpoena authority.

4. Description of the Standards Governing the Issuance of Administrative Subpoenas

In addition to being governed by statutory issuance standards, agencies issuing administrative subpoenas are also governed by internal agency regulations and guidelines. Most agencies holding statutory administrative subpoena authorities have a structured system of issuance in place, requiring pre-approval from various agency officials as to the legality of issuance based on scope, necessity, and other considerations.⁸⁶ See Appendices A, B, and C (column entitled “standards governing the issuance of administrative subpoena authorities”) for further description of internal agency standards governing the issuance of administrative subpoenas under specific authorities.

B. Administrative Subpoena Authority Held By Inspectors General of the Various Agencies

On October 12, 1978, Congress enacted the Inspector General Act (IGA), 5 U.S.C.App. 3, creating an Office of Inspector General (OIG) within several federal agencies. The Inspector General Act has since been amended multiple times to create an Office of Inspector General within most federal agencies and other entities. The Offices of Inspector General are authorized to conduct audits and investigations “to conduct and supervise audits and investigate relative to the programs and operations of the establishments listed in section 11(2).”⁸⁷ Inspectors General are authorized not only to conduct investigations within their respective agencies but also to investigate situations of potential fraud involving recipients of federal funding. Inspectors General are intended to function independent of the agency head. They are appointed by the President, subject to the advice and consent of the Senate, and removeable only by the President.⁸⁸ The Inspector General Act requires that Inspectors General be appointed "without regard to political affiliation and solely on the basis of integrity and demonstrated ability in accounting, auditing, financial analysis, law, management analysis, public administration, or investigations." ⁸⁹

In order to fulfill their investigative responsibilities, Inspectors General are authorized to exercise certain administrative subpoena authority. 5 U.S.C. app. 3 §6(a)(4).

1. Description of the Source of Inspector General Administrative Subpoena Power and the Scope of Such Subpoena Authority.

Federal courts have generally stated that Inspectors General hold broad investigative authority⁹⁰ to carry out their responsibilities of promoting efficiency and preventing fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement in federal government programs. See Inspector General Act of 1978, § 1, 5 U.S.C. app. 3. Inspectors General are authorized to exercise administrative subpoena authority to obtain information required for administrative, civil and criminal investigation.⁹¹ See 5 U.S.C.A. app. 3 § 6.⁹² The Inspector General Act authorizes coordination between the Inspector General and other agencies. See 5 U.S.C. app. 3 §4(a)(4)(A), (B). An Inspector General is required by statute to report to the Attorney General any discovery of grounds to believe that a violation of federal law has occurred. 5 U.S.C. app. 3 § 4(d). Inspector General administrative subpoena authority has been upheld by federal courts even in situations where the Inspector General is cooperating with divisions of the Justice Department exercising criminal prosecutorial authority where there are reasonable grounds to believe a violation of federal criminal law has occurred.⁹³ Federal courts have also held that an Inspector General is authorized to continue using civil subpoena authority for civil and administrative investigative purposes even where he or she has referred a case to the Department of Justice for prosecution.⁹⁴

The Inspector General Act of 1978 authorizes “each Inspector General” to “require by subpoena the production of all information, documents, reports, answers, records, accounts, papers, and other data and documentary evidence necessary in the performance of the functions assigned by [the Act].” 5 U.S.C. app. 3 §6(a)(4). The Inspector General Act solely authorizes subpoena duces tecum, or documentary requests. In addition, the statute requires that “procedures other than subpenas shall be used by the Inspector General to obtain documents and information from Federal agencies.” 5 U.S.C. app. 3 §6(a)(4).

2. Description of Applicable Subpoena Enforcement Mechanisms for Subpoenas under the Inspector General Act.⁹⁵

Inspectors General may seek the enforcement of a subpoena “by order of any appropriate United States district court.” 5 U.S.C. app. 3 §6(a)(4). Inspector General subpoena enforcement proceedings are prosecuted by the Department of Justice, at the request of the relevant Inspector General, as part of the Department’s responsibility to conduct litigation in which the U.S. is interested. See 28 U.S.C. §§516-19. The Inspector General Act does not provide any specific sanctions for failure to comply with an Inspector General’s subpoena, so federal district courts are free to exercise discretion in applying general contempt sanctions for noncompliance with a court order enforcing an Inspector General subpoena. Federal courts have enforced Inspector General administrative subpoenas where 1) the subpoena is within the statutory authority of the agency; 2) the information sought is reasonably relevant to the inquiry;⁹⁶ and 3) the demand is not unreasonably broad or burdensome.⁹⁷ In addition, federal courts have held that an Inspector General administrative subpoena is unenforceable if it is issued in “bad faith”⁹⁸ or if the petition for enforcement constitutes an abuse of the court’s process.

3. Description of Any Notification Provisions and Any Other Provisions Relating to Safeguarding Privacy Interests.

The Inspector General Act contains no internal privacy protections directed specifically at the subpoena authority provided in the Act. The Inspector General Act itself, however, does forbid an Inspector General to disclose an employee’s identity “after receipt of a complaint or information from an employee” except in circumstances where the “Inspector General determines such disclosure is unavoidable during the course of the investigation.” 5 U.S.C. app. 3 §7(b).⁹⁹

Inspector General subpoena authority is also subject to the same general statutory privacy-protective requirements applicable to other agency subpoena authorities. These privacy-protective statutes are listed and described supra in section II.A.3, which discusses agency subpoena authorities other than the authority provided under the Inspector General Act. Agency guidelines implementing these privacy-protective statutes are generally applicable to the Inspector General subpoena authority as well as other subpoena authorities exercised by an agency.¹⁰⁰ The Right to Financial Privacy Act of 1978 (RFPA), for instance, subjects an agency to certain notification requirements when issuing a subpoena subject to the RFPA. 12 U.S.C. §§ 3405.¹⁰¹ RFPA also limits an agency’s subpoena authority, including the authority held by Inspectors General, by allowing a government authority to access financial records only in situations where there is reason to believe that the records sought are relevant to a legitimate law enforcement inquiry.¹⁰² Individual agencies have promulgated Inspector General policies specifically to comply with the requirements of the RFPA¹⁰³ and other privacy-protective statutes.

4. Description of the Standards Governing the Issuance of Administrative Subpoenas.

Federal courts have held that the enforceability of an Inspector General administrative subpoena authority is subject to many of the limitations imposed on other administrative subpoena authorities, including the requirements that such a subpoena: (1) be issued for a lawful purpose within the statutory authority of the Inspector General Act, (2) be reasonably relevant to that purpose, and (3) not be unduly burdensome.¹⁰⁴ Inspectors General must carefully comply with these requirements in order to ensure that a subpoena will be enforceable by a federal district court. In addition to these generally applicable requirements, the Offices of Inspector General in specific agencies have established and published specific intra-agency policies governing requests for and issuance of Inspector General administrative subpoenas.¹⁰⁵

III. JUSTICE DEPARTMENT AND TREASURY SUBPOENA AUTHORITI ES PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. §3486

A. Administrative Subpoena in Investigations Relating to “Any Act or Activity Involving a Federal Health Care Offense”

Administrative subpoenas have proved an effective resource in the investigation and prosecution of federal health care offenses. In enacting HIPAA in 1996, Congress targeted health care fraud as a major factor in the exploding cost of federal health care programs, and created a carefully balanced array of new criminal statutes, administrative sanctions, investigative tools and a fraud and abuse control program to be jointly promulgated by the Secretary of HHS and the Attorney General. The administrative subpoena authority for the Attorney General as enacted in 18 U.S.C. §3486 was a key element to this coordinated approach. Health care fraud administrative subpoenas facilitate a more efficient and expeditious coordinated approach to the investigation of federal criminal health care fraud offenses. First, unlike grand jury subpoenas, the evidence produced in a criminal investigation in response to such a subpoena can be shared with attorneys in the Civil Division of the Department of Justice. This enables the government to pursue parallel criminal and civil relief simultaneously and to resolve these matters in a coordinated and timely fashion. The early global resolution of all pending civil and criminal exposure is considered of great importance by many targets of health care fraud investigations who find a benefit in a relatively swift resolution which permits them to put the episode behind them and begin with a fresh start. Also, the sharing of information allowed with the use of administrative subpoenas eliminates the need of the government to otherwise serve two sets of subpoenas, one criminal and one civil, in each health care fraud investigation, and similarly avoids cost and expense which would otherwise be imposed if two sets of the same documents had to be produced. Finally, the civil investigation does not have to be suspended pending resolution of the criminal case when information can be shared as the investigation proceeds.

1. Source and Scope of Subpoena Authority under 18 U.S.C. §3486(a).

As Congress estimated in 1997 that the costs of fraud and abuse in healthcare amounted to “as much as 10 percent of total health care costs,” the legislative history of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) suggests that Congress granted subpoena authority to the Attorney General in investigations of healthcare fraud and abuse in order to facilitate enforcement of federal statutes and thereby to improve the “availability and affordability of health insurance in the United States.” See H.R.Rep. No. 104-496, at 1, 66-67, reprinted in 1996 U.S.C.C.A.N. at 1869. Section 248 of HIPAA authorizes the Attorney General to issue subpoenas requesting production of certain documents and testimony in investigations relating to “any act or activity involving a federal health care offense.” See 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(A)(i)(I). Specifically, the Attorney General is authorized to compel production of: (1) “any records or other things relevant to the investigation and (2) testimony by the custodian of the things required to be produced concerning the production and authenticity of those things.” 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(B)(i)-(ii).

In evaluating the scope of an administrative subpoena issued under 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(A)(i)(I), the federal courts apply the principle formulated by the Supreme Court in Oklahoma Press, generally applicable to executive branch administrative subpoenas, that an administrative subpoena must be “reasonably relevant” to an agency’s investigation at issue.¹⁰⁶ The permissible scope of an administrative subpoena is, however, "variable in relation to the nature, purposes and scope of the inquiry."¹⁰⁷ In order to satisfy the general reasonableness standard, the agency issuing the subpoena, in this instance the Attorney General, must satisfy the court, in accordance with the Powell¹⁰⁸ factors, that: (1) “the investigation will be conducted pursuant to a legitimate purpose,” (2) “the inquiry may be relevant to the purpose,” (3) “that the information sought is not already within the [agency’s] possession,” and (4) “the administrative steps required by the Code have been followed[.]"¹⁰⁹ As noted in section II.A.2 supra, however, the courts have varied in their application of the last two factors, with some courts suggesting that the Supreme Court has obviated the requirement of considering these latter factors in decisions subsequent to Powell.¹¹⁰

2. Applicable Subpoena Enforcement Mechanisms

In cases of refusal to comply with a subpoena, the Attorney General is authorized to seek the aid of a United States district court where the investigation is occurring or where the subpoenaed person resides. 18 U.S.C. §3486(c). Failure to obey a federal court’s order to comply with a subpoena issued by the Attorney General under 18 U.S.C. §3486(a) may be punished as contempt of court. 18 U.S.C. §3486(c). A district court’s order requiring compliance with an administrative subpoena is generally treated as a final judgment under 28 U.S.C. §1291, and, therefore, is immediately appealable.¹¹¹

3. Notification Provisions and Other Provisions Related to Safeguarding Privacy Interests

Subpoenas issued under §3486 in the course of investigations of Federal health care offenses are subject to all other limitations placed on the production of evidence pursuant to compulsory process. See Section II.A.3 supra for a description of privacy-protective statutes applicable to administrative subpoena authorities in appropriate circumstances.

In addition to extrinsic statutory limitations, 18 U.S.C. §3486 contains several internal, privacy-protective limitations. At any time before the return date specified for subpoenaed information, for instance, the person or entity subpoenaed may petition for an order modifying or quashing the summons or modifying any court nondisclosure order acquired by the government. See 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(5). Federal courts have determined that the authority granted under 18 U.S.C. §3486(a) is “reasonable” and therefore sufficiently protective of Fourth Amendment interests, as the statute requires that: (1) subpoenaed items must be “described” in the subpoena, (2) the recipient of a subpoena is ensured “a reasonable period of time within which to comply, and (3) the subpoena “may not require production more than 500 miles from the place of service.”¹¹² See 18 U.S.C. § 3486(a)(2), (3).

While section 3486 contains no requirement that patients be notified of impending subpoena of their health records, the subsequent use and disclosure of information gathered through compliance with such a subpoena is limited under the statute. Section 3486, for instance, protects information obtained under an administrative subpoena from disclosure “to any person for use in, any administrative, civil or criminal action or investigation directed against the individual who is the subject of the information unless the action or investigation arises out of and is directly related to receipt of health care or payment for health care or action involving a fraudulent claim related to health.” 18 U.S.C. §3486(e)(1). This prohibition on disclosure may only be overcome through a court order issued after the court has determined that “good cause” has been shown by the party seeking the disclosure. 18 U.S.C. §3486(e)(1). In determining whether “good cause” exists, the court must “weigh the public interest and the need for disclosure against the injury to the patient, to the physician-patient relationship, and to the treatment services.” 18 U.S.C. §3486(e)(2).

While the statute does not generally prohibit a governmental entity from notifying a person or entity of the disclosure of records under section 3486, a district court in which the subpoena is or will be served may issue an ex parte order prohibiting a person or entity from disclosing to any other person or entity (except in the course of obtaining legal advice from an attorney) the existence of a subpoena served under this section for ninety days. Such an order may only be issued upon a finding by the court that disclosure may result in: a) endangerment to the life or physical safety of any person, b) flight to avoid prosecution, c) destruction of or tampering with evidence, or d) intimidation of potential witnesses. See 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(6)(A)-(B). This ex parte order of nondisclosure may be extended for additional periods of up to ninety days only upon a showing that the conditions recounted above still exist. See 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(6)(C). If no case or proceeding arises from the production of the records or other things, pursuant to a §3486 subpoena, within a reasonable time, the person producing the records or things to the agency may make a written demand that the agency return the records to that person, except where the materials provided were only copies, not originals. See 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(8).

In addition, the privacy interests of the recipient of a §3486 subpoena, as with the privacy interests of recipients of all other currently authorized administrative subpoenas, are protected in that enforcement of the subpoena may only be accomplished by a federal court, thus removing final action from the issuer of the subpoena and providing an independent safeguard. In evaluating subpoenas issued under 18 U.S.C. §3486, federal courts have evaluated Fourth Amendment concerns in a manner similar to all other current administrative subpoena authorities in that they are subject to a general reasonableness standard, not a probable cause standard.¹¹³ Federal courts have held that in order to satisfy the general reasonableness standard, the agency issuing the subpoena, in this instance the Attorney General, must satisfy the court that: (1) “the investigation will be conducted pursuant to a legitimate purpose,” (2) “the inquiry may be relevant to the purpose,” (3) “that the information sought is not already within the Commissioner's possession,” and (4) “the administrative steps required by the Code have been followed[.]"¹¹⁴ The impact and application of this standard is discussed in Section II.A.2 supra.

4. Standards Governing the Issuance of Administrative Subpoenas

The Attorney General signed Order 2468-2001 on June 28, 2001, delegating his authority under 18 U.S.C. §3486 to issue administrative subpoenas to all United States Attorneys and the Assistant Attorney General of the Criminal Division.¹¹⁵ The order also authorizes redelegation of authority from United States Attorneys to Assistant United States Attorneys as the particular United States Attorneys deem appropriate. As the Attorney General has not delegated his authority to issue administrative subpoenas related to healthcare offenses under section 3486(a) to the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the FBI relies on a district’s United States Attorney to issue a subpoena on its behalf.

Attorney General guidelines related to investigations, applicable to administrative subpoena issuance, are contained in Attorney General Guidelines on General Crimes, Racketeering Enterprise and Domestic Security/Terrorism Investigations (March 21, 1989). Regulations internal to the FBI that are relevant to administrative subpoena are found in the Manual of Investigative Operations and Guidelines (MIOG), Part II, 10-8,2(1), “Access to Transactional Information: Telephone Toll Records, Subscriber Listing Information.”

5. Frequency of use and usefulness of administrative subpoena authority pursuant to §3486(a)(1)(A)(i)(I).

During calendar year 2001, United States Attorneys offices issued a total of 2,102 administrative subpoenas in investigations related to health care offenses pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §3486. The Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Division is also authorized to issue subpoenas under this authority but issued no such subpoenas during calendar year 2001.

Section 3486 subpoenas have been used to obtain bank/financial institution records, medical records, cost reports, and other documentation typically requested in those investigations. In addition, the use of an administrative subpoena provides a mechanism for information sharing between the FBI, HHS, and other law enforcement agencies as well as the Civil Division of the Department of Justice. Therefore, documents and records obtained under the administrative subpoena can be utilized both in a civil investigation and a criminal investigation stemming from the same fraudulent scheme. Should the statutory authority provided in 18 U.S.C. §3486 be revoked, the use of a grand jury subpoena to obtain the same documents would decrease the opportunity to share information because of the protective provisions of Fed. R. Crim. P. 6(e). Loss of this information sharing capacity would hamper the efforts of the Attorney General to fulfill Congress’ intent in providing the authority in HIPAA–to facilitate enforcement of federal statutes related to health care fraud and abuse and thereby improve the "availability and affordability of health insurance in the United States.” See H.R.Rep. No. 104-496, at 1, 66-67, reprinted in 1996 U.S.C.C.A.N. at 1869. A grand jury subpoena remains an option in such investigations, however, and is sometimes utilized when confidentiality is important to the development of the case.

Section 3486 authority has been used in notable health care fraud investigations conducted by the FBI to obtain records and documents in major U.S. cities from various entities, such as hospitals, nursing homes and individual practitioners, including medical records, billing records, and cost reports. Through subpoenaed documents, evidence has been found of fraudulent claims and false statements such as “upcoding,” which is billing for a higher level of service than that actually provided; double billing for the same visit; billing for services not rendered; and providing unnecessary services.

The incriminating information obtained via an administrative subpoena in these investigations could have been obtained by grand jury subpoena. However, because an administrative subpoena can be obtained more quickly and its use avoids the Fed. R. Crim. P. 6(e) secrecy problems, it is a more flexible investigative tool in health care fraud cases. For example, information obtained by administrative subpoena in such investigations may be used not only for criminal prosecution purposes, but also for negotiating a civil settlement.

As Congress recognized in authorizing subpoena authority for investigations relating to health care fraud and abuse in 18 U.S.C. 3486(a), the Attorney General’s ability to combat such fraud and abuse without this subpoena authority would be hampered.

B. Administrative Subpoena for Investigations Relating to Child Exploitation and Abuse Investigations, 18 U.S.C. 3486(a)(1)(A)(i)(II), (a)(1)(C)

The use of administrative subpoenas, in lieu of grand jury subpoenas, has enhanced the ability of the FBI to con online child exploitationoffenses in an expeditious manner. Section 3486 created a speedy mechanism to identify electronic communication services or remote computing services. A timely method was needed because the informat extremely perishable. Many private and commercial online service providers maintain records on Internet usage by periods of time, sometimes two days or less. Although an investigative agency can obtain grand jury subpoenas from Attorney’s Office in exigent circumstances on an expedited basis, more commonly, the agency’s acquisition of grand 35 even weeks. As a result, the Internet service provider is often no longer able to provide the needed information. authority to the United States Attorneys, the Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Division, and the FBI has fac investigative process necessary to obtaining information that identifies subjects and victimized children. In addition investigative information can be particularly important in cases involving the abuse and exploitation of children. Suc broader when the information is obtained by administrative subpoena, as opposed to by grand jury subpoena, in vi disclosure of grand jury information under Rule 6 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure.

1. Source and Scope of Subpoena Authority under 18 U.S.C. §3486(a).

The Attorney General or the Attorney General’s designee is authorized under 18 U.S.C. §3486(a) to issue administrative subpoenas for a limited category of information in criminal investigations pornography, sex abuse and transportation for illegal sexual activity offenses, where the victim was under eighteen. underlying investigation must relate to an act or activity involving a violation of 18 U.S.C. §§1201, 2241(c), 2242, 22 2260, 2421, 2422, or 2423, when the victim was a minor who had not attained the age of eighteen years. Section 348 information that a governmental entity may request from a provider of electronic communications service or remote com provider receiving a subpoena under section 3486 can be required to disclose only the subscriber or customer’s: (1) na long distance telephone toll billing records; (4) telephone number or other subscriber identity; (5) length of service customer or subscriber utilized, which may be relevant to an authorized law enforcement inquiry. 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(C)(i). administrative subpoenas to obtain testimony is limited to requiring a custodian of records to give testimony conc authentication of such records. 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(C)(ii). Administrative subpoenas issued under section 3486 m require production as soon as possible after service of the subpoena, but not less than twenty-four hours after such issuance. 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(9).

2. Applicable Subpoena Enforcement Mechanisms

The Attorney General has no authority to enforce an administrative subpoena issued under 18 U.S.C. §3486(a). The Attorney General is permitted to invoke the aid of any court of the United States within the j the investigation is carried on or of which the subpoenaed person is an inhabitant, or in which he carries on business or may compliance with the subpoena. 18 U.S.C. §3486(c). Failure to comply with a court order may be punished by the court as contempt. 18 U.S.C. § 3486(c).

3. Notification Provisions and Other Provisions Related to Safeguarding Privacy Interests

Title 18 U.S.C. 2703(c)(2) provides that a governmental entity receiving records from a provider of electroni remote computing service pursuant to an administrative subpoena requesting the name, address, local and long distance telephone toll bi telephone number or other subscriber number or identity, and length and type of service does not have to provide addition, 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(6) allows an entity issuing a subpoena under 3486 authority to obtain an ex parte order preventing the disclosure of the existence of the summons for 90 days if the court finds that: there is reason to believe that disclosure may result in: (1) endangerment to the life or physical safety of any person; (2) flight to avoid prosecution; (3) destruction of or tampering with evidence; or (4) intimidation of potential witnesses. This ex parte order is renewable for additional 90 day period based on a finding that the reasons listed above continue to exist. 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(6)(B) and (C).

A governmental entity issuing a subpoena request under this section related to child exploitation and abuse investigations is subject to the limitations placed on the production of evidence pursuant to compulsory process, including, but not limited to: (1) 5 U.S.C. §552a (Privacy Act) (disallowing disclosure without the prior written consent of the person to whom the record pertains, unless permitted by one of twelve exceptions), with regulations found at 28

C.F.R. Part 16, Subpart D; (2) 5 U.S.C. §552(b) (Freedom of Information Act exemptions), Regulations at 28 C.F.R. Part 16, Subpart A; (3) 42 U.S.C. §2000aa-11(a), “Guidelines for Federal officers and employees,” (relevant when documents are in the possession of third parties, Regulations at 28 C.F.R. Part 59 (“Guidelines on Methods of Obtaining Documentary Materials Held by Third Parties”); (4) 20 U.S.C. §1232g(b), Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) (the Buckley Amendment). Regulations are found at 34 C.F.R. Part 99. SeeSubsection II.A.3 infra for a further discussion of extrinsic privacy-protective statutes and regulations.

4. Standards Governing the Issuance of Administrative Subpoenas

The Attorney General has delegated the administrative subpoena power to all United States Attorneys, the Assistant Attorney General in charge of the Criminal Division, and the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. See Attorney General Order No. 2421-2001, April 5, 2001. The Attorney General’s order also authorized redelegation to Assistant U.S. Attorneys, Criminal Division trial attorneys, and FBI Special Agents in Charge (SACs), Assistant Special Agents in Charge (ASACs) and Senior Supervisory Resident Agents(SSRA). Pursuant to the Attorney General’s order, the Director of the FBI redelegated his authority to all SACs, ASACs and SSRAs on April 31, 2001.

Other intra-agency guidelines relevant to the issuance of administrative subpoenas under 18 U.S.C. 3486(a) include: (1) Attorney General Guidelines on General Crimes, Racketeering Enterprise and Domestic Security/Terrorism Investigation (March 21, 1989); (2) Internal FBI regulations found in the Manual of Investigative Operations and Guidelines (MIOG), Part II, 108,2(1); (3) “Access to Transactional Information: Telephone Toll Records, Subscriber Listing Information;” MIOG, Part I, 7-20; and (4) “Administrative Subpoenas in Child Abuse and Child Sexual Exploitation Cases” (publication of section 7-20 is pending revision reflecting amendments to 18 U.S.C. §3486(a) by Pub. L. No. 106-544).

5. Frequency of Use and Usefulness of Administrative Subpoena Authority Pursuant to §3486(a)(1)(A)(i)(I)

During calendar year 2001, the United States Attorneys offices issued seventy-one administrative subpoenas and the FBI issued 1,802 administrative subpoenas under this authority. The Assistant Attorney General in charge of the Criminal Division issued no such subpoenas.

The use of an administrative subpoena is an important tool for the investigation of child pornography/child sexual exploitation investigations. In cases where children are at “high risk” and/or may be in imminent danger, the execution of an administrative subpoena allows immediate requests to be made to the appropriate entity. Furthermore, unlike grand jury material which is protected under Fed. R. Crim. P. 6(e), information gleaned from the service of an administrative subpoena can be shared with other law enforcement entities without delay. Delay could literally mean the difference between life and death for a threatened child. In contrast, the disclosure limitations placed on investigators using grand jury subpoenas may not allow investigators to share information necessary to the location and apprehension of violent child sexual predators.

The Innocent Images National Initiative is based on a multi-agency, multi-disciplinary

approach to investigations. The majority of the investigations concerning child pornography/sex exploitation of children are managed jointly with the assistance of state and local authorities. Without the FBI’s ability to issue administrative subpoenas to service providers to obtain information, such as the name, address, local and long distance telephone toll billing records, telephone numbers, and the length and types of services of a particular subscriber or customer, investigations of child abuse/sex exploitation offenses would be significantly hindered and would not be completed as quickly or as successfully.

C. Secret Service Presidential Threat Protection Authorityto Issue Subpoenas where there is an “Imminent” Threat to Secret Service Protectee, 18 U.S.C. §3486 (a)(1)(A)(ii)

1. Source and Scope of Subpoena Authority under 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)

Section 3486 (a)(1)(A)(ii) authorizes the Secretary of Treasury to issue an administrative subpoena if the Director of the Secret Service determines that a threat against a Secret Service protectee is “imminent.” Such an administrative subpoena may compel: (1) the production of any records or other things relevant to the investigation; and (2) testimony by the custodian of the things required to be produced concerning the production and authenticity of those things. 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(B). Administrative subpoenas issued under section 3486 may require production as soon as possible after service of the subpoena, but not less than twenty-four hours after such issuance. 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(10).

2. Applicable Subpoena Enforcement Mechanisms

Subsection (10)(c) authorizes the Attorney General to seek enforcement by requesting an order from the appropriate United States district court requiring a subpoenaed person or entity to appear. Failure to appear may result in a contempt order. 18 U.S.C. §3486 (a)(10)(c). A federal court petitioned to order compliance with an administrative subpoena issued under 18 U.S.C. §3486 (a)(1)(A)(ii) must review the subpoena under the same criterion applicable to all other administrative subpoenas issued by federal agencies in other circumstances.¹¹⁶

3. Notification Provisions and Other Provisions Related to Safeguarding Privacy Interests

Subsection (a)(5) permits the recipient of an administrative subpoena to seek to modify the scope of the administrative demand, or modify any a court nondisclosure order acquired by the government. 18 U.S.C. §3486 (a)(5). Subpoenas issued under §3486 in the course of investigating an imminent threat against a Secret Service protectee are subject to all other limitations placed on the production of evidence pursuant to compulsory process. See Section II.A.3 infra for a further discussion of privacy-protective statutes and regulations applicable to the exercise of administrative subpoena authorities.

In evaluating the scope of an administrative subpoena issued under 18 U.S.C. §3486(a), the federal courts apply the principle formulated by the Supreme Court in Oklahoma Press, generally applicable to executive branch administrative subpoenas, that an administrative subpoena must be “reasonably relevant” to an agency’s investigation at issue.¹¹⁷ The permissible scope of an administrative subpoena is, however, "variable in relation to the nature, purposes and scope of the inquiry."¹¹⁸ In order to satisfy the general reasonableness standard, the agency issuing the subpoena, in this instance the department issuing the subpoena, in this instance the Secretary of the Treasury, must satisfy the court that: (1) “the investigation will be conducted pursuant to a legitimate purpose,” (2) “the inquiry may be relevant to the purpose,” (3) “that the information sought is not already within the Commissioner's possession,” and (4) “the administrative steps required by the Code have been followed[.]"¹¹⁹ While the specific “imminent threat” subpoena authority provided under 18 U.S.C. §3486 (a)(1)(A)(ii) has not been exercised by the Department of Treasury, and therefore has not been addressed directly in federal court, the general standard recounted above would presumably apply to an exercise of this authority.

4. Standards Governing the Issuance of Administrative Subpoenas

In order to request issuance of a subpoena by the Secretary of the Treasury under 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(A)(ii), the Director of the Secret Service must determine that a threat against a Secret Service protectee is “imminent.” The Director of the Secret Service may issue an administrative subpoena under this authority in “an investigation of an imminent threat constituting an offense under 18 U..S.C. § 871 or 879 or an imminent threat against a person protected by the Secret Service under 18 U.S.C. § 3056 (5) or (6).” See Treasury Directive 1558, November 15, 2001. Upon issuing a subpoena under 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(A)(ii), the Director of the Secret Service must notify the Attorney General of such issuance. Where a finding of “imminence” is not appropriate, the Secret Service does not seek an administrative subpoena but proceeds, instead, through the process of procuring a grand jury subpoena through a local United States Attorney’s office.

Treasury Directive 15-58 authorizes the Director of the Secret Service to redelegate this authority “in writing, in whole or in part, to the Assistant Director, Office of Protective Research, who may in turn redelegate in writing, in whole or in part, to the Senior Intelligence Officer/Special Agent in Charge, Intelligence Division.” Id.

5. Frequency of use and usefulness of administrative subpoena authority pursuant to 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(A)(ii)

During calendar year 2001, the United States Secret Service (USSS) issued no administrative subpoenas under 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(A)(ii). On November 15, 2001, the Secretary of Treasury issued Treasury Directive 15-58, properly delegating the authority for issuance of administrative subpoenas to the USSS. While delegation is now complete, the USSS intends to use the authority only sparingly, in accordance with USSS understanding of Congress’ intent upon granting such authority. The authority granted in 18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(A)(ii) is essential to the Secret Service’s protective function, providing expedited investigation procedures in particularly threatening and dangerous situations, particularly where an individual is en route to exercise threats made against the President.

IV. RECOMMEN DATIONS REGARDING NECESSARY STEPS TO ENSU RE THA T ADMINISTRATIVE SUBPOENAS ARE USED AND ENFORCED CONSISTENTLY AND FAIRLY BY EXECUTIVE BRANCH AGENCIES

The Department of Justice notes that despite inconsistencies in the formulation of the many authorizing statutes, judicial involvement in enforcement ensures a good degree of fairness–especially where enforcement actions must be initiated and coordinated by the Department of Justice. As administrative subpoena authorities are created by separate statutes differing in purpose and content, and no significant or consistent patterns emerge from a study of these authorities, making any recommendations generally applicable to these various authorities would be neither prudent nor practicable. As various agencies participating in the study referred to suggestions regarding authority-specific changes, the Department of Justice looks forward to working with Congress and other agencies in the future to evaluate these potential changes.

Table 1

Frequency Report, 18 U.S.C. §3486 Administrative Subpoenas

Authority	Issuing Entity	Number of Subpoenas Issued During Calendar Year 2001
18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(A)(I)(1) (Federal Healthcare Offenses)	Attorney General Authority Delegated to United States Attorneys	2,102
18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(A)(I)(1) (Federal Healthcare Offenses)	Attorney General Authority Delegated to Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Division, United States Department of Justice	0
18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(A)(i)(II) (Federal Offense involving the Sexual Exploitation or Abuse of Children)	Attorney General Authority Delegated to Director, FBI	1,802
18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(A)(i)(II) (Federal Offense involving the Sexual Exploitation or Abuse of Children)	Attorney General Authority Delegated to United States Attorneys	71
18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(A)(i)(II) (Federal Offense involving the Sexual Exploitation or Abuse of Children)	Attorney General Authority Delegated to the Assistant Attorney General of the Criminal Division	0
18 U.S.C. §3486(a)(1)(A)(ii) (Imminent Threat against Secret Service Protectee)	Secretary of the Treasury Authority Delegated to Director of the Secret Service	0

Appendix A1:

Administrative Subpoena Authorities Held by Agencies
Other Than the Departments of Justice and Treasury

Accompanying a
Report to Congress on the
Use of Administrative Subpoena Authorities
by Executive Branch Agencies and Entities

Pursuant to Public Law 106-544

Administrative Subpoena Authorities Held by Agencies Other Than the Departments of Justice and Treasury

P.L. 106-544, Section 7(a), Executive Branch Study on Administrative Subpoena Authority, Scope and Protections

† Denotes supplemental entry derived from independent research, not submitted by the relevant agency or department

* Denotes Administrative Law Judge authority (For purposes of this report, “administrative subpoena” authority has been defined to include all powers, regardless of name, that Congress has granted to federal agencies to make an administrative or civil investigatory demand compelling document production or testimony. Civil compulsory process authorities with provision for judicial enforcement are included. Grand jury subpoenas, administrative law judge subpoenas, and investigative authorities requiring judicial approval are not within the scope of the report; however, descriptions of administrative law judge subpoenas submitted by individual agencies and entities have been included as submitted.)

*Name of Submitting Agency or Entity*	*Source and Common Name of Authority (Including Act Name, P.L. and U.S.C. & CFR cites)*	*Scope of Authority Description*	*Enforcement Mechanism Description*	*Notification Req. and Privacy Protections*	*Issuance Standards and Qualifiers or Procedures*
Appalachian Regional Commission
Appalachian Regional Commission	IG Act & Amend. P.L. 95-452 P.L. 100-504 5 U.S.C. Appendix 3, Section 4	Administrative subpoena for documentary evidence.	Courts by showing: 1. IG authority 2. Relevant to inquiry 3. Not to indefinite	Privacy Act of 1978 12 U.S.S. Sections 34063422	Obtain information from non-government agencies.
Broadcasting Board of Governors	Holds no administrative subpoena authority.
Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB)
Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB)	Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990; 42 U.S.C. 7412(r)(6)(L)(i); P.L. 101-549	Authority to require by subpoena attendance and testimony of witnesses and production of evidence as required by the Board to carry out its duties authorized by 42 U.S.C. 7412(r)(6)(C) (investigation of accidental chemical releases, issuance of safety recommendations, and establishm ent of reporting regulations).	Enforcement proceeding in Federal district court.	Applicable privacy exemptions of the Freedom of Infor mation Act, 5 U.S.C. 552; Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. 552a.	Issuance standard: “reasonableness,” as determined by the standards set forth in Oklahoma Press Publ’g Co. v. Walling, 327 U.S. 186 (1946). Procedures: subpoenas must be issued in accordance with procedures established by an internal Board order.
Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB)	Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990; 42 U.S.C. 7412(r)(6)(L)(i); P.L. 101-549	Authority to require by order that any person engaged in the production, processing, handling or storage of extremely hazardous substances submit written r eports or responses to questions as required by the Board to carry out its duties authorized by 42 U.S.C. 7412(r)(6)(C).	Enforcement proceeding in Federal district court	Applicable privacy exemptions of the Freedom of Infor mation Act, 5 U.S.C. 552; Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. 552a.	Standards and procedures not explicitly provided.
Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB)	Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 42 U.S.C. 7607(a)(1)	The CSB’s enabling statute, 42 U.S.C. 7412(r)(6)(M), also authorizes the Board to use the subpoena authority provided to the Administrator of the EPA by 42 U.S.C. 7607(a)(1) The authority is to issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of relevant papers, books, and documents. This subpoena authority is an essential tool in conducting investigations, allowing the Board to obtain the cooperation of, and gather critical information from, witnesses and companies who are often reluctant and at times obstructionist. This authority has been used or cited in several investigations. The authority is to issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of relevant papers, books, and documents.	Enforcement proceeding in Federal district court	Applicable privacy exemption of the Freedom of Infor mation Act, 5 U.S.C. 552; Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. 552a.	Issuance standard: “reasonableness,” as determined by the standards set forth in Oklahoma Press Publ’g Co. v. Walling, 327 U.S. 186 (1946). Procedures: subpoenas must be issued in accordance with procedures established by an internal Board order.
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Commodity Futures Trading Commission	Commodity Exchange Act (“CEA”), Pub. L. No. 93-463, as amended, § 6(c), 7 U.S.C. § 15 (2000); CFTC Rules Relating to Investigations, Part 11, 17 C.F.R. Part 11 (2001).	“For th e purpose of securing effective enforcement of [the provisions of the CEA and] for the purpose of any investigation or proceeding under [the CEA] . . . any member of the Com mission or any Administrative Law Judge or other officer designated by the Commission . . . may . . . subpoena witnesses, compel their attendance . . . and require the production of any books, papers, corresponden ce, memoranda, or other records that the Commission deems relevant or material to the inquiry.” 7 U.S.C. § 15.	Enforcement action in federal district court. Section 6(c) of the CEA, 7 U.S.C. § 15.	1. Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. § 552a. 2. Records Maintained on Individuals, 17 C.F.R. Part 146 (CFTC’s regulations implementing the Privacy Act). 3. Right to Financial Privacy Act, 12 U.S.C. § 3401 et seq. 4. Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986 (“ECPA”), 18 U.S.C. § 2701 et seq. 5. All information and documents obtained during the course of an investigation and all investigative proceedings shall be treated as non-public by the CFTC and its staff except to the extent that (1) the Commission directs or authorizes the public disclosure of the investigation; (2) the information or documents are made a matter of public record during the course of an adjudicatory proceeding; or (3) disclosure is required by the Fr eedom of Information Act (“FOIA”), 5 U.S.C. § 552, and the rules adopted by the CFTC thereunder, 17 C.F.R. Part 145. Procedures by which persons submitting information to the CFTC during the course of an investigation may specifically seek confidential tr eatment of information for purposes of FOIA disclosure are set forth in 17 C.F.R. § 145.9. A request for confidential tr eatment of information for purposes of FOIA shall not, however, prevent disclosure for law enforcement purposes or when disclosure is otherwise found appropriate in the public interest and permitted by law. 17 C.F.R. § 11.3.	1. Th e CFTC’s Division of Enforcement (“DOE”) requests that the CFTC issue an “Order of Investigation” delegating its subpoena authority to specifically identified DOE staff members. 2. An order of the CFTC authorizing one or more member s of the CFTC or of its staff to issue subpoenas in the course of a par ticular investi gation shall include (1) a general description of the scope of the investigation; (2) the authority under which the investigation is being conducted; and (3) a designation of the member s of the CFTC or its staff authorized by the CFTC to issue subpoenas. 17 C.F.R. § 11.4. 3. DOE Enforcement Procedure No. 6, regarding DOE’s application of the Privacy Act, is a non-statutory procedure. 4. DOE also has prepared Compliance manuals to provide guidance and procedures for its staff with respect to both the RFPA and the ECPA.
Commodity Futures Trading Commission	Commodity Exchange Act (“CEA”), Pub. L. No. 93-463, as amended, § 6(c), 7 U.S.C. § 15 (2000); Par t 10 Rules of Practice, 17 C.F.R. Part 10 (2001).	“For th e purpose of securing effective enforcement of [the provisions of the CEA and] for the purpose of any investigation or proceeding under the CEA . . . any member of the Com mission or any Administrative Law Judge or other officer designated by the Commission . . . may . . . subpoena witnesses, compel their attendance . . . and require the production of any books, papers, correspondence, memoranda, or other records that the Commission deems relevant or material to the inquiry.” 7 U.S.C. § 15.	Enforcement action in federal district court. 7 U.S.C. § 15. See also 17 C.F.R. § 10.68(f) (enforcement proceedings).	1. Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. § 552a. 2. Records Maintained on Individuals, 17 C.F.R. Part 146 (CFTC’s regulations implementing the Privacy Act). 3. Right to Financial Privacy Act, 12 U.S.C. § 3401 et seq. 4. Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986 (“ECPA”), 18 U.S.C. § 2701 et seq. 5. If a person has requested confidential treatment of infor mation submitted by him or her, either pursuant to rules adopted by the CFTC under FOIA or under Part 11 of the CFTC’s rules, the Division of Enfor cement shall notify him or h er, if possible, that the information is to be disclosed to parties to the proceeding and he or she may apply to the Administrative Law Judge for an order protecting the information from disclosure, consideration of which shall be governed by 17 C.F.R. § 10.68(c)(2). 17 C.F.R. § 10.42(b)(7).	1. Th e Part 10 Rules of Practice govern adjudicatory proceedings before the CFTC under the CEA. See 17 C.F.R. § 10.1. 2. Administrative law judges and judgment officers preside over adjudicatory proceedings. Presiding officers are authorized to issue administrative subpoenas. See 17 C.F.R. § 10.8. 3. In enforcement proceedings, a subpoena ad testificandum shall be issued upon a showing by the requesting party of the general relevance of the testimony being sought. 17 C.F.R. § 10.68. 4. The administrative law judge considering any application for a subpoena duces tecum shall issue the subpoena if he is satisfied th e application complies with 17 C.F.R. § 10.68 and the request is not unreasonable, oppressive, excessive in scope or unduly burdensome. No detailed or burdensome showing shall be required as a condition to the issuan ce of any subpoena. 17 C.F.R. § 10.68.
Commodity Futures Trading Commission	Commodity Exchange Act (“CEA”), Pub. L. No. 93-463, as amended, § 6(c), 7 U.S.C. § 15 (2000); Part 12 Rules Relating to Reparation Proceedin gs, 17 C.F.R. Part 12 (2001).	“For th e purpose of securing effective enforcement of [the provisions of the CEA and] for the purpose of any investigation or proceeding under [the CEA] . . . any member of the Com mission or any Administrative Law Judge or other officer designated by the Commission . . . may . . . subpoena witnesses, compel their attendance . . . and require the production of any books, papers, correspondence, memoranda, or other records that the Commission deems relevant or material to the inquiry.” 7 U.S.C. § 15.	Enforcement action in federal district court. Section 6(c) of the CEA, 7 U.S.C. § 15. See also 17 C.F.R. § 12.313(f) (reparations proceedings).	1. Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. § 552a; Records Maintain ed on Individuals, 17 C.F.R. Part 146 (CFTC’s regulations implementing the Privacy Act). 2. Right to Financial Privacy Act, 12 U.S.C. § 3401 et seq. 3. Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986 (“ECPA”), 18 U.S.C. § 2701 et seq. 4. If any party or person against whom an order to produce has been directed acting in good faith has reason to believe that any documents or other tangible thing ordered to be produced contains a trade secret, or commer ciall y sensitive or other confidential information, the party or person may, in lieu of serving any such document, file and serve a written request for confidential tr eatment of such documents. 17 C.F.R. § 12.34. 1	1. The Part 12 Rules Relating to Reparation Proceedings are the rules of practice applicable to reparations applications filed pursuant to Section 14 of the CEA, 7 U.S.C. § 18. See 17 C.F.R. Part 12. 2. Administrative law judges and judgment officers preside over reparations proceedings and are authorized to issue admin istrative subpoenas. 17 C.F.R. §§ 12.34, 12.36, 12.101, 12.201, 12.209, 12.304, 12.313. 3. In reparations proceedings, an administrative law judge considering any application for a subpoena “shall issue the subpoena if he is satisfied the application complies with this rule and the request is not unreasonable, oppressive, excessive in scope or unduly burdensome. In the event the Administrative Law Judge determines that a requested subpoena is unreasonable, oppressive, excessive in scope or unduly burdensome, he may refuse to issue the subpoena, or may issue it only upon such conditions as he determines fairness requires.” 17 C.F.R. § 12.313(a).
Commodity Futures Trading Commission	Commodity Exchange Act (“CEA”), Pub. L. No. 93-463, as amended, §§ 6(c) and 12(f), 7 U.S.C. § 15, 16(f) (2000).	“[F]or the purpose of . . . any action taken under section 16(f) of this title, any member of the Commission or any Administrative Law Judge or other officer designated by the Commission . . . may . . . subpoena witnesses, compel their attendance . . . and require the production of any books, papers, corresponden ce, memoranda, or other records that the Commission deems relevant or material to the inquiry.” 7 U.S.C. § 15.	Enforcement action in federal district court. Section 6(c) of the CEA, 7 U.S.C. § 15.	1. Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. § 552a; Records Main tain ed on Individuals, 17 C.F.R. Part 146 (CFTC’s regulations implementing the Privacy Act). 2. Right to Financial Privacy Act, 12 U.S.C. § 3401 et seq. 3. Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986 (“ECPA”), 18 U.S.C. § 2701 et seq.	1. Section 6(c) of the CEA authorizes the CFTC to issue administrative subpoenas “for the purpose of any action taken under section 12(f).” 7 U.S.C. § 15. 2. Section 12(f) of the CEA authorizes the CFTC, in its discretion and “[o]n request from a foreign futures authority” to provide assistance in accordance with this section if the requesting authority states that the requesting authority is conducting an investigation which it deems necessary to determine whether any person has violated, is violating or is about to violate any laws, rules or regulations relating to futures or options matters that the requesting auth ority admin isters or enforces. The CFTC may conduct such investigation as the CFTC deems necessary to collect information and evidence pertinent to the request for assistance. Such assistance m ay be provided without regard to whether the facts stated in the request would also constitute a violation of the laws of the United States. 7 U.S.C. § 16(f). 3. In deciding whether to provide assistance to a foreign futures authority, the CFTC sh all consider whether “(A) the requesting authority has agreed to provide reciprocal assistance to the [CFTC] in futures and options matter s; and (B) compliance with the request would prejudice the public interest of the United States.” 7 U.S.C. § 16(f)(2).
Commodity Futures Trading Commission	Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended, Pub. L. 95-452, 5 U.S.C. app 3, § 6(a)(4) (2000).	Production of all information, documents, reports, answers, records, accounts, papers, and other data and documentary evidence (regardless of medium) necessary for the performance of the functions assigned under the Inspector General Act (essentially a subpoena duces tecum).	In case of refusal to obey, enforcement is obtained by order of any appropriate U.S. district court.	1. Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. § 552a. 2. Records Maintained on Individuals, 17 C.F.R. Part 146 (CFTC’s regulations implementing the Privacy Act). 3. Right to Financial Privacy Act (“RFPA”), 12 U.S.C. §§ 3401 et seq. Notification requirements of ten days from the date of service or fourteen days from the date of mailing of notice apply when records at a financial institution are sought of customers covered by the RFPA. Customers have a right to challenge in an appropriate U.S. district court during the notice period. 4. Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986 (“ECPA”), 18 U.S.C. § 2701 et seq. >	There are not specific issuance standards, qualifiers or procedures in connection with the issuance of administrative subpoenas by the Inspector General.
Commodity Futures Trading Commission	Commodity Exchange Act (“CEA”), Pub. L. No. 93-463, as amended, § 2(h), 7 U.S.C. § 2(h) (2000).	The CFTC, or persons by or on behalf of the CFTC, are authorized to issue administrative subpoenas to any foreign person who the CFTC believes is conducting or has conducted transactions in reliance on the exemption set forth in 7 U.S.C. § 2(h)(3) (2000) on or through the electronic trading facility relating to the transactions. 7 U.S.C. § 2(h)(5)(C)(i).	If the CFTC h as rea son to believe that a per son has not timely complied with a subpoena issued by or on behalf of the CFTC pursuant to 7 U.S.C. § 2(h)(5)(C)(i), and the CFTC has in writing directed that a facility relying on the exemption set forth in 7 U.S.C. § 2(h )(3) deny or limit further transactions by the person, the facility shall deny that person further trading access to the facility or, as applicable, limit that person’s access to the facility for liquidation trading only. 7 U.S.C. § 2(h)(5)(C)(ii).	The r ecipient of a subpoena must “promptly notify the foreign person of, and transmit to the foreign person, the subpoena in a mann er reasonable under the circumstances, or as specified by the CFTC.” 7 U.S.C. § 2(h)(5)(C)(i).	This administrative subpoena authority was recently provided in the Commodity Futures Modern ization Act of 2000, Pub. L. No. 106 554, App. E, § 106, 114 Stat. 2763A-379 (Dec. 21, 2000) (codified at 7 U.S.C. § 2(h)). The CFTC has not yet issued standards, qualifiers or procedures concerning this authority.
Consumer Product Safety Commission
Consumer Product Safety Commission	Consumer Product Safety Act, 15 U.S.C. §§2076(b)(1), (3) and (4), P.L. 92-573 (1973); 16 C.F.R. §§1118.4, .8, and .9.	“Any person” “To carry out a specific regulatory or enforcement function of the Commission” “Documentary evidence relating to the execution of [the Commission’s] duties”	Commission may seek subpoena enforcement in federal court.		The Commission may delegate any of its functions EXCEPT the subpoena power of 15 U.S.C. §2076(b)(3) [see §2076(b)(9)] to any officer or employee of the Commission.
Corporation for National and Community Service
Corporation for National and Community Service	The Inspector General Act of 1978, Pub. L. 95452, 5 U.S.C. App §§ 38.	Section 6(a)(4) of the Inspector General Act auth orizes an Office of Inspector General “to require by subpoena the production of all information, documents, reports, answers, records, accounts, papers, and other data and documentary evidence necessary in the performance of the functions assigned by this Act.” 5 U.S.C. § 5 U.S.C. App § 6(a)(4).	With respect to subpoenas under the Inspector General Act, if the person does not respond to the subpoena, or file a motion to quash it, OIG requests the U.S. Department of Justice to file a Petition for Enforcement of Subpoena in the appropriate Federal district court.	With respect to the Inspector General Act, a person is permitted ten days from receipt, or fourteen days from the mailing of the notice of subpoena, to comply with the deman d, or file a motion to quash it, in the appropriate Federal district court.	An Inspector General subpoena must be 1) issued for a lawful purpose within the statutory authority of the Inspector General’s Act, 2) reasonably relevant to that purpose, and 3) not unduly burdensome. See Burlington Northern R.R. Co. v. Office of Inspector General, R.R. Retirement Board, 983 F. 2d 631, 637 (5th Cir. 1993).
Corporation for National and Community Service	The Right to Financial Privacy Act of 1978, Pub. L. 95-630, 12 U.S.C. §§ 3401-3433.	Section 3405 of the Right to Financial Privacy Act states that a “government authority may obtain financial records under section 3402(2) of this title pursuant to an administrative subpoena or summons otherwise authorized by law.” 12 U.S.C. § 3405.	With respect to the Right to Financial Privacy Act, if the data subject of the records fails to respond, or files a motion to quash, then the responsible financial institution must deliver that person's financial records to OIG after OIG presents a Certificate of Compliance with the Right to Financial Privacy Act to the appropriate records custodian.	With respect to the Right to Financial Privacy Act, a person is permitted ten days from receipt, or fourteen days from the mailing of the notice of subpoena, to file a mot ion to quash it in the appropriate Federal district court. A Privacy Act Notice is included with the subpoena, pursuant to subsection (e)(3) of the Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. § 552a(e)(3).	An Inspector General subpoena must be 1) issued for a lawful purpose within the statutory authority of the Inspector General’s Act, 2) reasonably relevant to that purpose, and 3) not unduly burdensome. See Burlington Northern R.R. Co. v. Office of Inspector General, R.R. Retirement Board, 983 F. 2d 631, 637 (5th Cir. 1993).
Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency	Holds no administrative subpoena authority.
Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board
Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board	42 U.S.C. §2286b(a), National Defense Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 1989, P.L. No. 100456. Sept. 29, 1988.	Compel testimony of witnesses at hearings.	Federal court in the distr ict of th e hear ing or the district where the person resides or transacts business.	Personal ser vice	Subpoenas may be issued only by the Chairman of the Board or by a Board member designated by the Chairman.
Department of Defense	Holds no administrative subpoena authority, excluding Inspector General authority. (Subpoena authority is available in court martial proceedings, however).
Defense Contract Audit Agency (under the Authority, Direction, and Control of the Undersecretary of Defense–Comptroller)†	10 U.S.C. §2313(b) DCAA subpoena authority.--(1) The Director of the Defense Contract Audit Agency (or an y successor agency) may require by subpoena the production of any records of a contractor that the Secretary of Defense is auth orized to audit or examine under subsection (a). Subsection (a): “(a) Agency authority.--(1) The head of an agency, acting through an auth orized representative, is authorized to inspect the plant and audit the records of-(A) a con tractor performing a cost-reimbursement, incentive, time-andmaterials, labor-hour, or price-redeterminable contract, or any combination of such contracts, made by that agency under this chapter; and (B) a subcontr actor performing any cost-reimbursement, incentive, time-andmaterials, labor-hour, or price-redeterminable subcontract or any combination of such subcontracts under a contract referred to in subparagraph (A). (2) The head of an agency, acting through an authorized representative, is authorized, for the purpose of evaluating the accuracy, completeness, and currency of certified cost or pricing data required to be submitted pursuant to section 2306a of this title with respect to a contract or subcontract, to examine all records of the contr actor or subcontractor related to-(A) the proposal for the contract or subcontract; (B) the discussions conducted on the proposal; (C) pricing of the contract or subcontract; or (D) performance of the contract or subcontract.” 10 U.S.C. §2313(b).	(2) Any such subpoena, in the case of contumacy or refusal to obey, sh all be enforceable by order of an appropriate United States district court. 10 U.S.C. §2313(b)(2).	(3) The authority provided by paragraph (1) may not be redelegated. 10 U.S.C. §2313(b)(3).
Department of the Air Force	Holds no administrative subpoena authority.
Department of the Army	Holds no administrative subpoena authority.
Department of Agriculture
US Department of Agriculture* USDA/OGC Food and Nutr ition Division	Section 14(a)(7) of the Food Stamp Act of 1977, 7 U.S.C. 2023(a)(7), regulations set forth under 7 C.F.R. § 283.13	The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) presiding over Food Stamp Program Quality Control Claim Appeals has subpoena authority as provided to him by section 13(c) and (d) of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act of 1930 (7 U.S.C. 499m(c) and (d)).	In case of disobedience to a subpoena, the Secretary or any of her examiners may invoke the aid of any court of the United States in requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of accounts, records, and memoranda. Any district court of the United States within the jurisdiction of which any hear ing is carried on may, in case of contumacy or refusal to obey a subpoena issued to any person, issue an order requiring the person to appear before the Secretary or her examiner or to produce accounts, records, and memoranda if so ordered, or to give evidence touching any matter pertinent to any complaint; and any failure to obey such order of the court shall be punished by the court as a contempt thereof.	When the ALJ issues a subpoena under the Food Stamp Act, the party who requested the subpoena shall serve all other parties with a copy of the subpoena, notice of the names and addresses of the individuals subpoenaed an d specify any documents required to be produced.	Subpoenas shall be issued by the ALJ, over the facsimile signature of the Secretary, upon a reasonable showing by the applicant of the grounds, necessity and reasonable scope thereof.
US Department of Agriculture OGC General Law Division	Rules of Practice Governing Formal Adjudicatory Proceedings Instituted by the Secretary Under Various Statutes, 7 C.F.R. § 1.144, authorized by 5 U.S.C. 301	These regulations give an ALJ, appointed under 5 U.S.C. 3105, the authority to issue subpoenas as authorized by the statute under which a formal adjudicatory proceeding is conducted.	Enforcement authority, if any, is provided for by the specific statutes under which the subpoena is issued.	Notification requirements and privacy protections, if any, are provided for by the specific statutes under which the subpoena is issued.	Issuance standards, if any, are provided for by the specific statutes under which the subpoena is issued.
US Department of Agriculture OGC General Law Division	Procedures Related to Administrative Hearings Under the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act (PFCRA) of 1986, 7 C.F.R. §§ 1.304, 1.319, 1.322, 1.323, 1.328, authorized by 31 U.S.C. 3804(a).	7 C.F.R. § 1.304, authorizes an investigating official, who is investigating an individual’s liability under 7 C.F.R. § 1.303 (dealing with false statements, etc.), to issue a subpoena. 7 C.F.R. §§ 1.319, 1.322, 1.323,1.328 authorizes an ALJ conducting a hearing under the PFCRA to issue subpoenas requiring the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents at depositions or hearings	An ALJ may sanction a person, including any party or representative for failing to comply with a lawful subpoena. Sanctions include: drawing an inference in favor of the requesting party with regard to the information sought; in the case of requests for admission, deem admitted each item as to which an admission is requested; prohibit the party failing to comply with such or der from introducing evidence concerning, or otherwise relying upon testimony relating to the information sought; strike any part of the pleadings or other submissions of the party failing to comply with such requests; or request the Attorney General petition an appropriate district court for an order to enforce a subpoena.	When an ALJ issues a subpoena under the PFCRA, the party who requested the subpoena must serve all other parties with notice of the names and addresses of the individuals subpoenaed an d specify any documents required to be produced.	A subpoena issued under 7 C.F.R. § 1.304 must notify the per son to wh om it is addressed of the authority under which it is issued and shall identify the information, documents, reports, answers, records, accounts, papers, or data sought. The investigating official may designate a person to act on his behalf to receive the documents or other materials sought by a subpoena issued. For a subpoena to be issued by an ALJ, the party requesting the subpoena must submit a written request not less than 15 days before the date fixed for the hearing unless otherwise allowed by the ALJ for good cause shown.
US Department of Agriculture* OGC General Law Division	Rules of Pr ocedure for the USDA Board of Contract Appeals, 7 C.F.R. §§ 24.3, Pt. 24, Subpt. B, App., authorized by 5 U.S.C. 304.	An Administrative Law Judge hearing an appeal pursuan t to the Contract Disputes Act (CDA) of 1978 (41 U.S.C. 601-613), may issue a subpoena requiring testimony at a deposition, testimony at a hear ing, and production of books and papers. For non-CDA appeals the Chair of the Board has auth ority by delegati on from the Secretary to request the appropriate United States Attorney to apply to the appropriate United States District Court for the issuance of subpoenas pur suant to 5 U.S.C. 304.	In the case of contumacy or refusal to obey a subpoena by a person who resides, is found, or transacts business within the jurisdiction of the United States District Court, the Board will apply to the Court through the Attorney General of the United States for an order requiring the person to appear before the Board. A failure to obey such an order is punish able by a contempt order.		In issuing the subpoena to a requesting party, the ALJ shall sign the subpoena and may, in the Judge’s discretion, enter the name of th e witness or otherwise leave it blank.
US Department of Agriculture OGC General Law Division	Rules of Procedure governing the National Appeals Division (NAD), 7 U.S.C. 6997, 7 C.F.R. § 11.8, authorized by the Federal Crop Insurance Reform and Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994.`	The Director of NAD and Hearing Officers have the authority to issue subpoenas compelling the attendance of witnesses and production of evidence.	If a person refuses to obey a subpoena, the Director, acting through the Office of the General Counsel of the USDA and the Department of Justice, may apply to the United States District Court in the jur isdiction where the person resides to have the subpoena enforced.		A Hearing Officer must obtain the con currence of the Director prior to issuing a subpoena. A subpoena shall be issued for documents only if the Director or Hearing Officer determine that the appellant or the agency has established that production of documentary evidence is necessary and is reasonably calculated to lead to information which would affect the final determination or is necessary to fully present the case before the Division. A subpoena shall be issued for appearance of a witness only if the Director or Hearing Officer determines that the appellan t or the agency has established that either a representative of the Department or a private individual possesses information that is pertinent and necessary for disclosure of all relevant facts which could impact the final determination, that information can not be obtained except through testimony of the person, and that the testimony cannot be obtained absent issuance of a subpoena.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) The Horse Protection Act, 15 U.S.C. 18211831, (Section 6(d)(1) (15 U.S.C. 1825))	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testimony of witnesses and the production of books, papers, and documents relating to any matter under investigation or the subject of a proceedings.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administrative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	APHIS The Animal Welfare Act, 7 U.S.C. 2131-2159, (Section 16(c), 7 U.S.C. 2146(c)).	Incorporates Section 9 of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 48) which authorizes the Secretary to require by subpoena the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of all such documentar y evidence relating to any matter under investigation or at any desi gnated place of hearing.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administrative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	Grain Inspection packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA) The United States Grain Standards Act, 7 U.S.C. 71-et seq., (Section 17, 7 U.S.C. 87f.)	The Administrator may require by subpoena the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of all such documentar y evidence relating to any matter under investigation or at any designated place of hearing.	The Administrator may invoke the aid of the U.S. District Courts, the District Court Of Guam, the District Court of the Virgin Islands, the highest court of American Samoa, and the United States courts of other territories and possessions of the United States to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administrative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937, 7 U.S.C. 601-670, 7 U.S.C. 610(h).	This section adopts section s 48, 49 and 50 of Title 15 (Federal Trade Commission Act) which may require by subpoena the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matter under investigation or the subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of the subpoena is required.	During investigation or administrative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Commodity Promotion, Research and Information Act of 1996, 7 U.S.C. 7411-7425, 7 U.S.C. 7420.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gation or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administrative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Cotton Research and Promotion Act, 7 U.S.C. 2101-2118, 7 U.S.C. 2115.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gation or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Dair y Product ion Stabiliza tion Act of 1983, 7 U.S.C. 45014513, 7 U.S.C. 4511.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testi mony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gati on or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. Dist rict Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Fluid Milk Promotion Act of 1990, 7 U.S.C. 6401-6417, 7 U.S.C. 6412.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testi mony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gati on or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. Dist rict Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Federal Seed Act, 7 U.S.C. 1551-1611, 7 U.S.C. 1603.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testi mony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gati on or th e subject of a proceeding. The Secretary may also require access to office and warehouse premises.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. Dist rict Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Egg Pr oducts I nspection Act, 21 U.S.C. 10311056, 21 U.S.C. 1051.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testi mony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gati on or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. Dist rict Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Egg Research and Consumer Inform ation Act, 7 U.S.C. 2701-2718, 7 U.S.C.2717.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gation or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Floral Research and Consumer Inform ation Act 7 U.S.C. 4301-4319, 7 U.S.C. 4317.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gation or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Fresh Cut Flowers and Fresh Cut Greens Promotion and Information Act of 1993, 7 U.S.C. 6801-6814, 7 U.S.C. 6809.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gation or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Honey Research, Promotion and Consum er Information Act, 7 U.S.C. 4601-4612, 7 U.S.C. 4610a.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testi mony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gati on or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. Dist rict Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Lime Research, Promotion and Consum er Information Act of 1990, 7 U.S.C. 6201-6212, 7 U.S.C. 6208.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testi mony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gati on or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. Dist rict Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Mushroom Promotion, Research an d Consumer Information Act of 1990, 7 U.S.C. 6101-6112, 7 U.S.C. 6108.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testi mony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gati on or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. Dist rict Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS National Kiwifruit Research, Promotion and Information Act, 7 U.S.C. 7461-7473, 7 U.S.C. 7469.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testi mony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gati on or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. Dist rict Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Pecan Promotion and Research Act of 1990, 7 U.S.C. 6001-6013, 7 U.S.C. 6010.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gation or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Popcorn Promotion, Research an d Consumer Information Act, 7 U.S.C. 7481-7491, 7 U.S.C. 7488.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testi mony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matter under investigation or the subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Potato Research and Promotion Act, 7 U.S.C. 2612-2627, 7 U.S.C. 2622.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gation or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Watermelon Research and Promotion Act, 7 U.S.C. 4901-4916, 7 U.S.C. 4911.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gation or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Beef Research and Information Act, 7 U.S.C. 2901-2911, 7 U.S.C. 2902.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testi mony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gati on or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. Dist rict Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Canola and Rapeseed Research, Promotion and Consumer Inform ation Act, 7 U.S.C. 7441-7452, 7 U.S.C. 7449.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testi mony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gati on or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. Dist rict Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Pork Promotion, Research and Consumer Information Act of 1985, 7 U.S.C. 4801-4819, 7 U.S.C. 4816.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gation or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Sheep Promotion, Research and Information Act of 1994, 7 U.S.C. 7101-7111, 7 U.S.C. 7108.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gation or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Soybean Promotion, Research an d Consumer Information Act, 7 U.S.C. 6301-6311, 7 U.S.C. 6308.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gation or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Wheat and Wheat Foods Research Nutrition and Education Act, 7 U.S.C. 3401-3417, 7 U.S.C. 3412.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testi mony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gati on or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. Dist rict Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Marketing Division	AMS Tobacco Inspection Act, 7 U.S.C. 511-511q, 7 U.S.C. 511n.	The Secretary may require by subpoena the atten dance and testi mony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matt er un der investi gati on or th e subject of a proceeding.	The Secretary may invoke the aid of the appropriate U.S. Dist rict Court to enforce subpoenas.	Service of a subpoena is required.	During investigation or administ rative proceedings.
US Department of Agriculture OGC Pollution Control	Section 104(e) of the Compr ehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), 42 U.S.C. § 9604(e), as delegated by Section 2(j) of Executive Order No. 12580 (52 Fed. Reg. 2923, Jan. 29, 1987). In Executive Order 12580, the President delegated to the Secretary of Agriculture the authority under Section 104(e) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), 42 U.S.C. § 9604(e), to make a n administrative investigatory demand compelling the production of documents and information relating to releases and threatened releases of hazardous substances on lands within USDA jurisdiction, custody and control.	Authority to require any person to furnish information or documents relating to: (a) the identification, nature, and quantity of hazardous substances generated, treated, stored, or disposed of at a site; (b) the nature or extent of a release or threatened release of hazardous substances at a site; or (c) information relating to the ability of a respon sible party to pay for or to perform a cleanup. This auth ority may be exercised only for purposes of determining the need for respon se action, or choosing or taking any response action under CERCLA.	With respect to releases or threatened releases where either the release is on or the sole source of the release is from any facility under USDA jurisdiction, custody, or control, the Secretary may issue, with the concurrence of the Attorney General, an administrative order directing compliance with the request. USDA may ask the Attorney General to file a civil action to compel compliance with a request or order issued under Section 104(e). The Court may assess civil penalties of up to $25,000 for each day of continued noncompliance.	A CERCLA Section 104(e) infor mation request may be issued upon reasonable notice. USDA’s Section 104(e) information request require recipients to respond within 30 days, or adequately justify the need for additional time to respond. An administrative compliance order under Section 104(e)(5)(A), may be issued “after such notice and opportunity for consultation as is reasonably appropriate under the circumstances.” Any records, reports, or information obtained from any person under Section 104(e) are available to th e public, except upon a showing that the information is protected from disclosure under the Trade Secrets Act, 18 U.S.C. § 1905. In the event that USDA receives a Freedom of Information Act request for information which has been designated as business confidential, USDA will handle the request in accordance with the procedures in 40 C.F.R. Part 2 and 7 C.F.R. § 1.11. Information provided to USDA by an individual in response to a CERCLA Section 104(e) information request may also be protected from public disclosure under the Privacy Act, 5 U.S.C. § 552a.	USDA standards and policy for the issuan ce of CERCLA Section 104(e) information requests is contained in the USDA Potentially Responsible Party (PRP) Search Guide (June 2001). The Search Guide provides that CERCLA Section 104(e) information requests should be tailored to site specific needs and to the particular recipient of the request. USDA CERCLA Section 104(e) information request letters should be prepared with the assistance of the Office of the General Counsel (OGC). OGC should also be consulted in reviewing responses to CERCLA Section 104(e) requests and in the preparation of any follow-up Section 104(e) requests. The USDA PRP Search Guide states that, as a General rule, r equests for financial information should not be included in the initial request letter. A request for financial information is normally only appropriate once the potential liability of a party has been established. A PRP should be asked that if the PRP believes she, he, or it has an inability to pay its share of the cleanup costs, the PRP should contact the agency. The agency should then send appropriate financial questi ons to the PRP for purposes of making the ability to pay determination. Financial information necessary to determine a PRP’s financial ability to perform cleanup work may also be requested, when appropriate.
US Department of Agriculture* OGC Regulatory Division	• Poultry Products Inspection Act, P.L. 90492, 21 U.S.C. 451 • Federal Meat Inspection Act, P.L. 90201, 21 U.S.C. 601 • Egg Products Inspection Act, P.L. 91597, 21 U.S.C. 1031 • 7 C.F.R. 1.29	Administrative subpoena authority is provided by the provisions of the Federal Trade Commission Act in 15 U.S.C. 46, 48, 49, 50, incorporated by reference into these 3 statutes. • PPIA incorporation is found in 21 U.S.C. 467d. • FMIA incorporation is found in 21 U.S.C. 677. • EPIA incorporation is found in 21 U.S.C. 1051.	Administrative subpoenas for testimony and production of documen ts are issued by USDA Administrative Law Judges at the request of any party to an administrative proceeding brought to enforce the statutes. Investigative subpoenas are issued by the Secretary’s delegatee, the Administrator of the Food Safety and Inspection Service. If a subpoena is not honored, the General Counsel can seek judicial enforcement of that subpoena by the Department of Justice in a Federal district court.	The Food Safety and Inspection Service will first seek document production or testimony on a voluntary basis. If the requested documents or testimony are not provided on a voluntary basis, a subpoena will be issued to compel their production. The Privacy Act and the Trade Secrets Act provisions and prohibitions are applicable to the exercise of subpoena authorities.	The Secretary’s delegatee, the Administrator of the Food Safety and Inspection Service, makes the initial decision to issue an administrative investigative subpoena. The General Counsel must concur in the issuance of the subpoena. An administrative subpoena will be issued by USDA administrative Law Judges in administrative proceedings upon a reasonable showing by the applicant of the grounds and necessity thereof; and with respect to subpoenas for the production of documents, the request shall show their competency, relevan cy and materiality. See 7 C.F.R 1.149.
US Department of Agriculture* OGC Regulatory Division	• Plant Protection Act, P.L., 106-224, 7 U.S.C 7733. • Title V of the Agricultural Risk Protection Act of 2000. P.L. 106-224, 7 U.S.C. 2279f. • 7 C.F.R. 1.29	Administrative subpoena authority relating to the administration or enforcement of the Acts and any matter under invest igation in connection with the Acts.	Administrative subpoenas for testimony and production of documen ts are issued by USDA Administrative Law Judges at the request of any party to an administrative proceeding brought to enforce the statutes. Investigative subpoenas are issued by the Secretary’s delegatee, the Administrator of the Animal and Plant Health Service. If a subpoena is not honored, the General Counsel can seek judicial enforcement of that subpoena by the Department of Justice in a Federal district court.	The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service will first seek documen t production or testimony on a voluntary basis. If the requested documents or testimony are not provided on a voluntary basis, a subpoena will be issued to compel their production. The Privacy Act and the Trade Secrets Act provisions and prohibitions are applicable to the exercise of subpoena authorities.	The Secretary’s delegatee, the Administrator of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, makes the initial decision to issue an administrative investigative subpoena. The General Counsel must concur in the issuance of the subpoena. An administrative subpoena will be issued by USDA Administrative Law Judges in administrative proceedings upon a reasonable showing by the applicant of the grounds and necessity thereof; and with respect to subpoenas for the production of documents, the request shall show their competency, relevancy and materiality. See 7 C.F.R. 1.149.
US Department of Agriculture Packers and Stockyards Programs of Grain Inspection & Packers and Stockyards Administration. Trade Practices Division	Packers & Stockyards Act, 7 U.S.C. 222, incorporating sections 6 and 9 of the Fed’l Trade Comm’n Act (15 U.S.C. 46 and 49), as approved September 26, 1914.	Packers, stockyards, dealers, market agencies; and those with whom it does business. Investigatory subpoenas issue pursuant to section 9 of FTC Act [15 U.S.C. 49] - access to and right to copy documents of entity being investigated for violation of Act. Section 6 [15 U.S.C. 46]- to gather and compile infor mation re: business, organization and conduct. Section 9hear ing subpoenas for attendance, testimony and documents; from anywhere in US to place of hearing.	Section 9 of FTC Act Enforcement in any court in US for hearing subpoenas. Investigatory subpoenas enforced in district court. Both handled by local AUSA Office.	No notification req’ts except those specific to Right to Financial Privacy Act). Forthwith demand issued when circumstances warrant.	Must have statutory jurisdiction over person and activity under investigation or being proceeded against, which is basis for authority to subpoena records in possession of unregulated entities. Reviewed for legal sufficiency by OGC. Investigatory subpoenas issued by agency Adm’r and served by agency investigator. Hearing subpoenas for witnesses sought by OGC attorn ey, issued by ALJ, served by OGC attorney.
US Department of Agriculture Packers and Stockyards Programs of Grain Inspection & Packers and Stockyards Administration. Trade Practices Division	Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act, 7 U.S.C. 499m (section 13) 7 DFR 47.11 - Hearing and deposition subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum.	Commission merchants, dealers and brokers; financial in stitutions. Investigatory subpoenas issue pursuant to section 13(a)- viola tion of section 2 or other sections of Act, e.g., section 6(c)[7 U.S.C. 499f(c)] - complaints or notifications of violation; section 9[7 U.S.C. 499i] maintaining records. Deposition subpoenas issue pursuant to section 13(e)appear, depose and produce records in any proceeding (including reparation ) or investigations. Hearing subpoenas issue pursuant to Sec. 13(c) - Attendance, testimony an d production of documents (ALJ).	Section 13(d)[7 U.S.C. 499m(d)] -investigatory subpoenas enforced in any court in US; hearing subpoenas are enforced in district court where hearing held. Both handled by local AUSA Office.	No notification requirements; time usually provided to amass required records. Notification requirements specific to Right to Financial Privacy Act (Pub. L. 95-630) when seeking financial records of individual.	Must have statutory jurisdiction over person and activity under investigation or being proceeded against, which is basis for authority to subpoena records in possession of financial institutions. Subpoena requests ar e reviewed for legal sufficiency by OGC. Investigatory subpoenas are issued by agency Administrator. Ser ved by agency investigator. Hearing subpoenas for witnesses sought by OGC attorney, issued by ALJ, served by OGC attorney. Subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum in reparation cases sought by att’y, issued by OGC Presiding Officer, served by att’y. Standards for issuance at 7 CFR 47.17.
US Department of Agriculture Office of Inspector General	Inspector General Act, 5 U.S.C.A. app. 3 § 6(a)(4) (West 1996 & Supp. 2001), Pub. L. No. 95-42, 92 Stat. 1101 (1978).	OIG-USDA is auth orized to "require [by subpoena] the production of all information, documents, reports, answers, records, accounts, papers, and other data and documentary evidence necessary in the performance of the functions assigned by the IG Act." 5 U.S.C.A. app. 3 § 6(a)(4). OIG-USDA, in general, is authorized to issue subpoenas under 7 C.F.R. § 2610.1.	In case of a "refusal to obey", OIG may seek the enforcement of a subpoena in any appropriate United States district court. 5 U.S.C. app. 3 § 6(a)(4).	Privacy: OIG-USDA internal procedures require that special agents and auditors maintain all subpoenaed documents "securely" within OIGUSDA case/audit files. See IG-8551 § C1f (1) (Legal Procedures and Aspects). OIG-USDA internal procedures and the Privacy Act prohibit OIGUSDA from disclosure of "personally identifiable records" under certain circumstances. See 5 U.S.C.A. § 552a(a), et seq.; see also IG-1421 (Personal Privacy Information). OIGUSDA internal procedures require that any original subpoenaed document be returned to the subpoena addressee. See IG-8551 § C1f(3) (Legal Procedures and Aspects). Notification Requirements: OIGUSDA internal procedures and the Right to Financial Privacy Act ("RFPA") require OIGUSDA to provide notice of RFPA subpoenas to a customer with a copy of the subpoena. See 12 U.S.C.A. § 3401, et seq.; see also IG-1421Hc(2)(a) (Information Services").	Standards: OIG subpoena authority is limited to "evidence necessary in the performance of the function assigned by this Act [IG Act]." 5 U.S.C. app. 3 § 6(a)(4). OIG should obtain information from other Federal agencies by means oth er than subpoenas. 5 U.S.C.A. app. 3 § 6(a)(4). OIG-USDA internal procedures and the RFPA prohibit release of records without certification of RFPA compliance. See 12 U.S.C.A. § 3403(b); see also IG-1427 (C)(4) (Information Services). Procedures: -OIG-USDA internal procedures require that subpoenas be reviewed by OIG management and Legal Staff. See IG-8551 (C2C5) (OIG Subpoenas). OIG-USDA internal procedures restrict transfer of RFPA records except in accord with the RFPA. See IG-8611 (C7(c)(1)) (Investigative Reports). OIG-USDA internal procedures require retention of audit work papers, some of which may include documen ts obtained by subpoena. See IG-7215 (The Audit Process: General Requirements Working Papers).
US Department of Agriculture Regulatory authority for issuing admin istrative subpoenas that could not be ascribed to a particular division within the USDA.	Rules of practice govern ing proceeding on petitions to modify or to be exempted from compact over-order price regulations promulgated by the Northeast Dairy Compact Commission, 7 C.F.R. § 1381.4, authorized by 7 U.S.C. 7256.	The hearing panel may compel production of documentary evidence, appearance of witnesses, or the giving of testi mony by subpoena throughout all signatory states pursuant to section 16(a) of the Compact.
US Department of Agriculture Regulatory authority for issuing admin istrative subpoenas that could not be ascribed to a particular division within the USDA.	Agricultural, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, Hass Avocado Promotion, Research, and Information, 7 U.S.C. § 7808	In a hearing to determine if the Hass Avocado Act has been violated the presiding officer may subpoena witnesses.	In the case of contumacy by, or refusal to obey a subpoena issued under the Act, any person, the Secretary of Agriculture may invoke the aid of any court of the United States within the jurisdiction of which the investigation or proceeding is conducted, or wher e the person resides or conducts business, in order to enforce a subpoena. Any failure to obey the order of the court may be punished by the court as a contempt of the court.
Department of Agriculture†	7 U.S.C. §1446	Price support investigations
Department of Commerce
US Department of Commerce* National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Enforcement and Litigation	Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSFCMA) 16 U.S.C. § 1801 et seq. >	The MSFCMA provides that, “[f]or the purposes of conducting any hearing [under the civil penalties section ], the Secretary of Commerce may issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of relevant papers, books, and documents...” 16 U.S.C. § 1858(e).	NOAA’s civil procedure regulations, which apply in NOAA’s administrative proceedings, may be found at 15 C.F.R. – Part 904. Under 15 C.F.R § 904.245(d), “[i]n case of disobedience to a subpoena, NOAA may request the Justice Department to invoke the aid of any court of the United States in requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documentary evidence.” Under 15 C.F.R. § 904.108 (g), a respondent’s failure to respond to written interrogatories or discovery requests pertaining to ability to pay “may serve as the basis for inferring that such information would have been adverse to any claim by respondent of inability to pay the assessed penalty, or result in respondent being barred from asserting financial hardship.” This inference may be drawn by the enforcement attorney in assessing th e penalty or by the Judge in reviewing th e penalty. Under 15 C.F.R. § 904.240 (f), “[i]f a party fails to comply with any subpoena or order concerning discovery, the Judge may, in the interest of justice: (1) [i]nfer that the admission, testimony, documents, or other evidence would have been adverse to the party; (2) [r]ule that the matter or matters covered by th e order or subpoena are established adversely to the party; (3) [r]ule that the party may not introduce into evidence or otherwise rely upon, in support of any claim or defense, testimony by such party, officer, or agent, or the documents or other evidence; (4) [r]ule that the party may not be heard to object to introduction and use of secondary evidence to show what the withheld admission, testimony, documents or other evidence would have shown; (5) [s]trike all or part of a pleading (except a request for hearing), a	Right to Financial Privacy Act (P.L. 95-630)	Under 15 C.F.R § 904.245 (a) “[s]ubpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documen tary evidence for the purpose of discovery or hearing may be issued as authorized by the statute under which the proceeding is conducted.” These administrative subpoenas may only be issued by an Administrative Law Judge. See 15 C.F.R. § 904.204 (i).
US Department of Commerce National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Enforcement and Litigation	Endangered Species Act (ESA), 16 U.S.C. § 1531 et seq.	The ESA provides that “[h]earings held during proceedings for the assessment of civil penalties ... shall be conducted in accordance with section 554 of Title 5. The Secretary may issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of relevant papers, books, and documents, and administer oaths.” 16 U.S.C. § 1540(a)(2).	“	“	“
US Department of Commerce National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Enforcement and Litigation	National Marine Sanctuaries Act (NMSA), 16 U.S.C. § 1431 et seq.	The NMSA provides that “[i]n the case of any hearing ... in accordance with the procedures provided for un der section 554 of Title 5, the Secretary may issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of relevant papers, books, and documents, and may administer oaths.” 16 U.S.C. § 1437(f).	“	“	“
US Department of Commerce National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administrat ion (NOAA) Enforcement and Litigation	Northern Pacific Halibut Act of 1982, 16 U.S.C. § 773 et seq.	The Halibut Act provides that, “[F]or th e purpose of all investigations which, in the opinion of the Secretary, are necessary and proper for the enforcement of this subchapter, the Secretary or any officer designated by him is empowered to administer oaths and affirmations, subpoena witnesses, take evidence, and require the production of any books, papers, or other documents which the Secretary deems relevant or material to the inquiry. Such attendance of witnesses and the production of such documentary evidence may be required from any place in the United States at any design ated place or hearing.” 16 U.S.C. § 773i(f)(2).	“	“	“
US Department of Commerce National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Enforcement and Litigation	Atlantic Tuna Conventions Act (ATCA), 16 U.S.C. § 971 et seq.	The ATCA incorporates by reference the civil penalty and permit sanction provisions of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSFCMA) for violations of the ATCA. 16 U.S.C. § 971(e).	“	“	“
US Department of Commerce* National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administrat ion (NOAA) Enforcement and Litigation	Lacey Act, 16 U.S.C. § 3371 et seq. >	The Lacey Act provides that “[h]earings held during proceedings for the assessment of civil penalties shall be conducted in accordance with section 554 of Title 5. The administrative law judge may issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of relevant papers, books, and documents, and administer oaths.” 16 U.S.C. § 3373(b).	“	“	“
US Department of Commerce NOAA, National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service	National Weather Modification Policy Act of 1976, 15 U.S.C. § 330 et seq.	The Secretary may require any person to submit a report before, during, or after that person may engage in any weather modification attem pt or activity. 15 U.S.C. § 330c.	This mechanism has not been used in the recent past.
US Department of Commerce	Land Remote Sensing Policy Act (LRSPA), 15 U.S.C. § 5601 et seq.	Under the LRSPA, the Secretary may “ . . . issue subpoenas for any	Under 15 CFR §§ 960.14 and 960.15, § 5623(a) of the LRSPA is	“	“
NOAA, National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service Satellite Programs Counsel		materials, documents, or records, or for the attendance and testimony of witnesses for the purpose of conducting a hearing under this section,” as well as the ability to “seize any object, record, or report pursuant to a warrant from a magistrate based on a showing of probable cause to believe that such object, record, or report was used, is being used, or is likely to be used in violation of this Act . . . “ 15 U.S.C. § 5623(a)	incorporated by reference. Specifically, under 15 CFR § 960.15, “As authorized by Section 203(a) of the Act, if the Secretary . . . determines that the licensee has substantially failed to comply with the Act, the regulations in this part, or any term, condition or restriction of the [NOAA] license, the Secretary . . . may request the appropriate U.S. Attorney to seek an order of injun ction or similar judicial determination from the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia Circuit or a U.S. District Court within which the licensee resides or has its prin cipal place of business, to terminate, modify, or suspend the license, and/or to terminate licensed operations on an immediate basis.” Additionally, under 15 CFR § 960.15, “ . . . (a) any person who violates any provision of the Act, any license issued thereunder, or the regulations in this part may be assessed a civil penalty by the Secretary of not more that $10,000 for each violation. Each day of operation in violation constitutes a separate violation. All civil penalties [sic] procedures shall be in accordance with 15 CFR Part 904. (b) Violation of the Act, this part, or any license issued under this part, may be subject to criminal penalty provisions prescribed in other applicable laws.”
US Department of Commerce NOAA	Fur Seal Act	16 U.S.C. § 1174	This mechanism has not been used in the recent past.
US Department of Commerce NOAA	Anadromous Stocks	16 U.S.C. § 5010	This mechanism has not been used in the recent past.
US Department of Commerce NOAA	High Seas Fishing Compliance	16 U.S.C. § 5507	This mechanism has not been used in the recent past.
US Department of Commerce NOAA	Ocean Thermal Energy	42 U.S.C. § 9152	This mechanism has not been used in the recent past.
US Department of	Comprehensive	42 U.S.C. § 9609	Used to collect
Commerce NOAA	Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act ( CERCLA)		information on hazardous waste sites.
Department of Commerce †	15 U.S.C. §155 The Secretary of Commerce may authorize such Foreign Service officer as Secretary of State shall make available to perform duties of China Trade Act Registrar under his direction. The statute states that the Registrar is to be located in China.	(a) Subpoena for attendance of witness and production of records, etc. For the efficient administration of the functions vested in the registrar by this chapter, he may require, by subpoena issued by him or under his direction, (1) the attendance of any witness and the production of any book, paper, documen t, or other evidence from any place in China at any designated place of hearing in China, or, if the witness is actually resident or temporarily sojourning outside of China, at any designated place of hearing within fifty miles of the actual residence or place of sojourn of such witness, and (2) th e taking of a deposition before any designated person having power to administer oaths. In the case of a deposition, the testimony shall be reduced to writing by the person taking the deposition or under his direction, and shall th en be subscribed by the deponent. The r egistrar, or any officer , empl oyee, or agent of the United States auth orized in writing by him, may administer oaths and examine any witness. Any witn ess summoned or whose deposition is taken under this secti on shall be paid the same fees and mileage as are paid witnesses in the courts of the United States. 15 U.S.C. §155(a).	(b) Aid of Federal district court In the case of failure to comply with any subpoena or in the case of the contumacy of any witness before the registrar or any individual so authorized by him, the registrar or such individual may invoke the aid of any Federal district court. Such court may thereupon order the witness to comply with the requirements of such subpoena and to give evidence touching the matter in question. Any failure to obey such order may be punished by such court as a contempt thereof. 15 U.S.C. §155(b).
Department of Commerce†	15 U.S.C. §155 The Secreta ry of Commerce may authorize such Foreign Service officer as Secretary of State shall make available to perform duties of China Trade Act Registrar under his direction. The statute states that the Registrar is to be located in China.	(d) Access of registrar or his employee to books and records For the efficient administration of the functions vested in the registrar by this chapter, he, or any officer, employee, or agent of the United States authorized in writing by him, shall at all reasonable times, for the purpose of examination, have access to and the right to copy any book, account, record, paper, or correspondence relating to the business or affairs of a China Trade Act corporation. 15 U.S.C. §155(d).	Any person who upon demand refuses the registrar, or any duly authorized officer, employee, or agent, such access or opportunity to copy, or hinders, obstructs, or resists him in the exercise of such righ t, shall be liable to a penalty of not more than $5,000 for each such offense. Such penalty shall be recoverable in a civil suit brought in the name of the United States. 15 U.S.C. §155(d).
Department of Commerce†	15 U.S.C. § 1193	Secretary of Commerce [Consumer Product Safety Commission] may subpoena documents required for findings pursuant to 15 U.S.C. §§ 1191 et seq. (flammable products)
Department of Commerce†	15 U.S.C. § 5408	Fastener requirements investigations
Department of Commerce†	16 U.S.C. § 4017	Fish and seafood promotion investigations
Department of Commerce†	43 U.S.C. §§ 1845	Outer continental shelf resource management
Department of Education
Department of Education	Section 490A of the Higher Education Act of 1965(HEA), Pub. L. 89329, as amended by §490B of Pub. L. 105244, the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, codified at 20 U.S.C. §1097a. There are no regulations implementing this authority.	Education Department may by this authority require any person to produce documents and records pertaining to participation in the student financial assistance programs authorized under Title IV of the HEA. 20 U.S.C. §1097a(a). These programs include the Pell Grant, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, College Work Study, Perkins Loan, Federal Family Education Loan, and Direct Loan Programs. 20 U.S.C. 10701099c-2, 42 U.S.C. 27512756b.	Education Department is to request the attorney general to seek enforcement of the subpoena in federal district court. 20 U.S.C. 1097a(b).	None specified in statute itself; nothing in the statute preempts otherwise applicable requirements of the Right to Financial Privacy Act, and those requirements would remain applicable where Education Department seeks records from a financial institution of a customer protected that Act. Information pertaining to an individual may be protected by virtue of the Privacy Act once records are produced to Education Department, and in instances in which records sought by the subpoena may result in the production of information that would be included in records maintained by Education Department in a system of records subject to the Privacy Act, an appropriate notice would be included in the subpoena explaining the authority for the demand, the purposes for which the information is expected to be used, the routine uses for that information, and the consequences of failure to provide the information, as required by 5 U.S.C. § 552a(e)(3),	Authority to issue subpoenas has been delegated to the Director of the Case Management and Oversight Division, Schools, Channel, and Office of Student Financial Assistance. The delegation requires the concurren ce of the Office of General Counsel. No specific stan dards have been adopted for issuance; in the only instance we are aware of in which the subpoena was used, the cognizant Edication Department official was advised why the records were needed, whether the records sought were related to participating in the student assistan ce programs, whether the records had been sought by other means, and whether the records were likely to be subject to privilege.
Department of Energy
Department of Energy	Federal Energy Administration Act of 1974. P.L. 93-275. Functions transferred to the Secretary of Energy, 42 U.S.C. §§ 7151(a), 7293. 15 U.S.C. §§ 761, et seq., 15 U.S.C. § 772(a) (mandate). 15 U.S.C. § 772(e) (subpoena auth ority; enforcement); 15 U.S.C. § 772(i) (enforcement penalties). 10 CFR §§ 205.8, 205.198, 205.199, 205.284, and 207.3 (implementing regulations).	Collect, assemble, evaluate, and analyze energy information by categorical groupings. 15 U.S.C. § 772(a). Power to require by subpoena the attendance and testimony of witnesses, and the production of all information, documents, reports, answers, records, accounts, papers, and other data and documentary evidence which the Administrator is authorized to obtain pursuant to this section. 15 U.S.C. 772(e)(1).	There is no administrative appeal of a subpoena. 10 CFR § 205.8(b)(6). Any appropriate United States district court may, in case of contumacy or refusal to obey a subpoena, issue an order requiring th e recipient of the subpoena to appear before the Administration and to give testimony touching on the matter in question, or to produce documents. Any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by such court as contempt of court. 15 U.S.C. § 772(e)(2). Violaters shall be subject to a civil penalty of not more th an $ 2,500 for each violation. Willful violaters shall be fined not more th an $ 5,000 for each violation.	The Administrator has authority not to disclose some collected information that would otherwise be available under FOIA. 15 U.S.C. § 773(b). DOE regulations contain instructions on how subpoenas are to be delivered. 10 CFR § 205.8(c).	Certain DOE officials may sign, issue an d serve subpoenas of persons and documents. 10 CFR §§ 205.8(a), 205.8(b).
Department of Energy	Energy Supply and Environm ental Coordination Act of 1974 (ESECA). P.L. 93-319: §§ 11(a), 11(b) (authority). §§ 12(a), 12(b) (enforcement). 15 U.S.C. §§ 796, 797. Functions transferred to the Secretary of Energy, 42 U.S.C. §§ 7151(a), 7293. 15 U.S.C. §§ 796, 797. 10 CFR §§ 205.8, 207.3, 207.8.	Request, acquire, and collect such energy information as determined to be necessary to assist in the formulation of energy policy or to carry out the purposes of this Act or the Emergency Petroleum Allocation Act of 1973 [15 U.S.C. §§ 751 et seq.]. The Federal Energy Administrator is authorized to sign and issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of books, records, papers, and other documents; to require any person , by General or special order, to submit answers in writing to interrogator ies, r equests for reports or for other information; and to administer oaths. 15 U.S.C. §§ 796(a), 796(b).	Violaters shall be subject to a civil penalty of not more th an $ 2,500 for each violation. Willful violaters shall be fined not more than $ 5,000 for each violation. (15 U.S.C. § 797(b)) In case of a refusal to obey a subpoena or order of the Federal Energy Administrator, the Administrator may request any United States district court within the jurisdiction of which any inquiry is carried on to issue an order requiring compliance therewith; and any failure to obey the order of the court may be punished by the court as a contempt thereof. 15 U.S.C. § 796(b)(3).	The Administrator has authority not to disclose some collected information that would otherwise be available under FOIA. (15 U.S.C. § 773(b)) DOE regulations contain instructions on how subpoenas are to be delivered. 10 CFR § 205.8(c).	Certain DOE officials may sign, issue an d serve subpoenas of persons and documents. (10 CFR §§ 205.8(a), 205.8(b))
Department of Energy	DOE Organization Act. P.L. 95-91, Title V, § 501, (Aug. 4, 1977, as amended). 42 U.S.C. §§ 7191, et seq. 42 U.S.C. § 7255. 10 CFR §§ 205.8, 205.198, 205.199, and 205.284.	The Secretary, or his duly authorized agent or agents, shall have the same powers and authorities as the Federal Trade Commission under 15 U.S.C. § 49. That statute in cludes access to, for the purpose of examination, and the right to copy any documentary evidence of any person, partnership, or corporation being investigated or proceeded against; and the commission shall have power to require by subpoena the attendance and testimony of witnesses an d the production of all such documentary evidence relating to any matter under investigation. Such attendance of witnesses and the production of such documentary evidence may be required from any place in the United States, at any designated place of hearing. And in case of disobedience to a subpoena the commission may invoke the aid of any court of the United States in requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documentary evidence. 15 U.S.C. §49. The Hearing Officer shall have all powers necessary to regulate the conduct of proceedings concerning review of security clearances, including issuing subpoenas for witnesses to atten d the hearing or for the production of specific documents or other physical evidence. Requests for suboenas shall be liberally granted. 10 CFR §710.25.	The litigation of the Department shall be subject to the supervisi on of the Attorney General pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §§ 501 et seq. 42 U.S.C. §§ 7192. The Board [of Contract Appeals] may apply through the Attorney General to an appropriate United States District Court for an order requiring a person, who has failed to obey a subpoena issued by the Board, to produce evidence or to give testimony, or both, 41 U.S.C. § 610. 10 CFR § 1023.4.		Certain DOE officials may sign, issue an d serve subpoenas of persons and documents. 10 CFR §§ 205.8(a), 205.8(b). In all hearings conducted in Security Clearance cases under 10 CFR Part 710, the individual is responsible for producing witnesses in his own behalf, including requesting the issuance of subpoenas, if necessary, or presenting other proof before the Hearing Officer to support his defense to the allegations contained in the notification letter. 10 CFR § 710.26.
Department of Energy	Atomic Ener gy Act of 1954 (AEA). 42 U.S.C. §§ 2011, et seq., Aug. 30, 1954, ch 1073, Title I, 68 Stat. 921, et seq. 42 U.S.C. § 2201 (subpoena authority). The word “commission” in the AEA referred to the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC). The AEC was abolished in 1974 (42 U.S.C. § 5814(a)), and its functions were transferred to the Administrator of the Energy Research and Development Administration (ERDA) and certain other agencies. ERDA was abolished and all its functions were transferred to and all its fun ctions were transferred to DOE by Act Aug. 4, 1977, P.L. 95-91, Title III, § 301(a), Title III, § 301(a), Title VII, §§ 703, and 707, 91 Stat. 577, 606-607, which appear as 42 U.S.C. §§ 7151(a), 7293, and 7297, respectively.	The Commission is auth orized to make such studies and investigations, obtain such information, and hold such meetings or hearings as it may deem necessary or proper to assist in exercising any authority provided in this Act, or in the administration or enforcement of this Act or any regulations or orders issued thereunder. For such purposes the Commission is authorized by subpoena to require any person to appear and testify, or to appear and produce documents, or both, at any designated place. 42 U.S.C. § 2201(c). The Hearing Officer shall have all powers necessary to regulate the con duct of proceedings concerning review of security clearances, including issuing subpoenas for witnesses to atten d the hearing or for the production of specific documents or other physical evidence. Requests for subpoenas shall be liberally granted. (10 CFR § 710.25)	The Board [of Contract Appeals] may apply through the Attorney General to an appropriate United States District Court for an order requiring a person, who has failed to obey a subpoena issued by the Board, to produce evidence or to give testimony, or both, 41 U.S.C. § 610. 10 CFR § 1023.4.		Certain DOE officials may sign, issue an d serve subpoenas of persons and documents. 10 CFR §§ 205.8(a), 205.8(b). In all hearings conducted in Security Clearance cases under 10 CFR Part 710, the individual is responsible for producing witnesses in his own behalf, including requesting the issuance of subpoenas, if necessary, or presenting other proof before the Hearing Officer to support his defense to the allegations contained in the notification letter. 10 CFR § 710.26.
Department of Energy	Natural Gas Act June 21, 1938, ch 556, § 14, 52 Stat. 828; Oct. 15, 1970, P.L. 91-452, Title II, § 218, 84 Stat. 929. 15 U.S.C. §§ 717, et seq. 15 U.S.C. § 717m Ex. Or. No. 10485 of Sept. 3, 1953, 18 Fed. Reg. 5397; Ex. Or. No. 12038 of Feb. 3, 1978, 43 Fed. Reg. 4957. The Federal Power Commission was terminated and its functions were transferred to the Secretary of Energy (except for certain functions which were transferred to the Federal Energy Regulator y Commission) by 42 U.S.C. §§ 7151(b), 7171(a), 7172(a), 7291 and 7293.	Any member of the Commission, or any officer designated by it, is empowered to subpoena witnesses, compel their attendance, take evidence, and require the production of any books, papers, correspondence, memoranda, contr acts, agreement s, or other records which the Commission finds relevant or material to the inquiry. 15 U.S.C. § 717m.	Any appropriate United States district court may, in case of contumacy or refusal to obey a subpoena, issue an order requiring th e recipient of the subpoena to appear before th e Commission and to give testimony touching on the matter in question, or to produce documents. Any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by such court as contempt of court. 15 U.S.C. § 717m(d).	DOE regulations contain instructions on how subpoenas are to be delivered. 10 CFR § 205.8(c).	Certain DOE officials may sign, issue an d serve subpoenas of persons and documents. 10 CFR §§ 205.8(a), 205.8(b).
Department of Energy	Federal Power Act June 10, 1920, ch 285, Part III, § 314, as added Aug. 26, 1935, ch 687, Title II, § 213, 49 Stat. 861. 16 U.S.C. §§ 791a et seq. 16 U.S.C. § 824a(e) Ex. Or. No. 10485 of Sept. 3, 1953, 18 Fed. Reg. 5397; Ex. Or. No. 12038 of Feb. 3, 1978, 43 Fed. Reg. 4957. The Federal Power Commission was terminated and its functions, personnel, property, funds, etc., were transferred to the Secretary of Energy (except for certain functions which were transferred to the Federal Energy Regulator y Commission) by 42 U.S.C. §§ 7151(b), 7171(a), 7172(a), 7291 and 7293.	The Secretary may prescribe such procedures as deemed necessary or desirable for the exer cise of the authority delegat ed by E.O. 10485. Further, the Secretary has authority to issue subpoenas under the DOE Organization Act (P.L. 95-91).	Any appropriate United States district court or certain other Federal courts may enjoin violations and enforce compliance with the Federal Power Act or any rule, regulation, or order thereunder. A court may also gr ant a permanent or tempor ary injunction or decree or restraining order. 16 U.S.C. 825m.	DOE regulations contain instructions on how subpoenas are to be delivered. 10 CFR § 205.8(c).	Certain DOE officials may sign, issue an d serve subpoenas of persons and documents. 10 CFR §§ 205.8(a), 205.8(b).
Department of Energy Office of Inspector General	The Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended (IG Act). Section 6(a)(4), P.L. 95-452, as amended. 5 U.S.C. app. 3.	The Inspector General is auth orized to requir e by subpoena the production of all information, documents, reports, answers, records, accounts, papers, and other data and documentary evidence necessary in the performance of the functions assigned by this Act, which subpoena, in the case of contumacy or refusal to obey, shall be enforceable by order of any appropriate United States district court: Provided, That procedures other than subpoenas shall be used by the Inspector General to obtain documents and information from Federal Agencies. §6(a)(4).	United States district court, pursuant to section 6(a)(4).	Notification, Privacy and Right to Financial Privacy Act procedures are consistent with Inspector General Directive, IG-916, dated, June 24, 1986.	The Inspector General procedures for issuing subpoenas are contained in IG Directive, IG-916.
Department of Energy	Natural Gas Policy Act of 1978 (NGPA). Sec. 304, P.L. 94-586, § 11, 90 Stat. 2914, Oct. 22, 1976. 15 U.S.C. §§ 3361, et seq. 15 U.S.C. § 3364(a)(1)(A) (Subpoena power) 15 U.S.C. § 3364(a)(2) (Enforcement) By Ex. Or. No. 12235 of Sept. 3, 1980, 45 Fed. Reg. 58803, the President delegated to the Secretary of Energy the functions vested in the President by Sections 301 through 304(c) of the NGPA (15 U.S.C. §§ 3361-3364(c)), except for the auth ority to declare, extend, and terminate a natural gas supply emergency pursuant to Section 301 thereof (15 U.S.C. 3361).	The Secretary or his delegate may sign and issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of books, records, papers, and other documents. 15 U.S.C. § 3364(a)(1)(A).	The appropriate United States district court may, upon petition of the Attorney General at the request of the Secretary, in the case of refusal to obey a subpoena or order, issue an order requiring compliance therewith. Any failure to obey an order of the court may be punished by the court as a contempt th ereof. 15 U.S.C. § (a)(2). It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any provision of th is Act or any rule or order under the NGPA. 15 U.S.C. § 3414(a). Any appropriate United States district court or certain other Federal courts may enjoin violations and enforce compliance with the NGPA or any rule, regulation, or order there- thereunder. Knowing violators (civil violations) may be assessed up to $ 5,000 for any one violation, except that violators of § 302 [15 U.S.C. § 3362] may be assessed up to $ 25,000. Criminal penalties are also provided. 15 U.S.C. §§ 3414(b), 3414(c).	DOE regulations contain instructions on how subpoenas are to be delivered. 10 CFR § 205.8(c).	Certain DOE officials may sign, issue an d serve subpoenas of persons and documents. 10 CFR §§ 205.8(a), 205.8(b).
Department of Energy	The Defense Pr oduction Act of 1950 (DPA). Sept. 8, 1950, ch 932, Title VII, § 705, 64 Stat. 816. 50 U.S.C. Appx 2061 et seq. 10 CFR § 205.8 Ex. Or. No. 11790 of June 25, 1974, § 4, 39 Fed. Reg. 23185; Ex. Or. No. 12038 of Feb. 3, 1978, 43 Fed. Reg. 4957, located at 15 U.S.C. § 761 note, provided that the Secretary of Energy is authorized to exercise the authority vested in the President by this section as it relates to the production, conservation, use, control, distribution, and allocation of energy, without approval, ratification, or other action of the Pr esident or any other official of the executive branch of the Government, notwithstanding the provisions of Ex. Or. No. 12919, 59 FR 29525 (June 7, 1994). Ex Order 12919, in section 902, also delegates to the Secretary of Energy the subpoena power with respect to section 101 of the DPA.	While this Act is in effect and for a per iod of two years thereafter, the Secretary may subpoena such information or make such inspection of the books, records, and other writings, premises, or proper ty of, and take the sworn testimony of any person, as may be necessary or appr opriate, in his discretion, to the enforcement or the administration of the DPA and the regulations or orders issued thereunder. (50 U.S.C. Appx § 2155(a))	In case of contumacy by, or refusal to obey a subpoena served upon, any person, the distr ict court of the United States for any district in which such person is found or resides or transacts business, upon application by the President, shall have jurisdiction to issue an order r equiring such person to appear and give testimony or to appear and produce documents, or both; and any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by such court as a contempt th ereof. (50 U.S.C. Appx § 2155(a)) Willful performance of any act prohibited or willful failure to perform any act required by the DPA, or any rule, regulation, or order thereunder, shall upon conviction be subject to a fine of not more than $10,000 or impr isonm ent for not more than one year or both. 50 U.S.C. Appx § 2155(c).	DOE regulations contain instructions on how subpoenas are to be delivered. (10 CFR § 205.8(c))	The production of a person’s books, records, or other documentary evidence shall not be required at any place other than the place where such person usually keeps them, if, prior to the return date specified in the regulations, subpoena, or other document issued with respect thereto, such person furnishes a true copy of such books, records, or other documentar y evidence (certified by such person under oath to be a true and correct copy) or enter s into a stipulation with the Secretary as to the information contained in such books, records, or other documentary evidence. (50 U.S.C. Appx § 2155(b)) Certain DOE officials may sign, issue an d serve subpoenas of persons and documents. 10 CFR §§ 205.8(a), 205.8(b).
Department of Energy†	42 U.S.C. § 13263	Authority of the Secretary or designee to require the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of books, papers, correspondence, and other documentary items in carrying out various provisions related to alternative fuels
Department of Energy & Department of the Interior†	42 U.S.C. § 6381	Energy database and energy information
Department of Health and Human Services
Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General	Inspector General Act, Public Law 95-452, Appendix (the same auth ority possessed by other Inspectors General).	Administrative subpoena authority, generally recognized as limited to subpoena duces tecum (statutory language: “[Each Inspector General...is auth orized... ] to require by subpoena the production of all information, documents, reports, answer, records, accounts, papers, and other data and documentary evidence necessary in the performance of the functions assigned by this Act, which subpoena, in the case of contumacy or refusal to obey, shall enforceable by order of any appropriate United States district court: provided, that procedures other than subpoenas shall be used by the Inspector General to obtain information from Federal agencies.”).	In the event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court.	None specific to the Inspector General Act; statutory notification requirements followed for Inspector General subpoenas issued pursuant to the Right of Financial Privacy Act.	OIG has established within OIG various policies and procedures regarding subpoena request and issuance.
Department of Health and Human Services Office of the General Counsel Food & Drug Administration Office of the Administrative Law Judge Office of th e Inspector General	Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act § 303(f), 21 U.S.C. § 333(f).	In a hearing to assess a civil m oney penalty for violations with respect to adulterated food, the presiding officer may authorize a party to obtain discovery from other persons and may issue a subpoena to compel testimony or production of documents from any person. 21 U.S.C. § 333(f)(2)(C) (incorporating by reference 21 U.S.C. § 346a(g)(B)). In the course of any investigation or hearing with respect to civil money penalties for violations with respect to devices, or the introduction into intersta te commerce of adulterated food, the Secretary may issue subpoenas requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents. 21 U.S.C. § 333(f)(3).	In the event of refusal to obey a subpoena in a hearing to assess civil money pen alties for violations with respect to adulterated food, court order obtained through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 21 U.S.C. § 333(f)(2)(C) (incorporatin g by reference 21 U.S.C. § 346a(g)(B)).	The presiding officer in a hearing to assess civil money pen alties for violations with respect to adulterated food is governed by the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. 21 U.S.C. § 333(f)(2)(C) (incorporatin g by reference 21 U.S.C. § 346a(g)(B)).
Department of Health and Human Services Office of the General Counsel Food & Drug Administration Office of the Administrative Law Judge Office of th e Inspector General	Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act § 306(i), 21 U.S.C. § 335a(i).	In the course of any investigation or hearing with respect to debarment, tempor ary den ial of approval, or suspension of any corporation, partner ship, associ ation , or individual, the Secretary may issue subpoenas requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of evidence regarding the matter under investigation. 21 U.S.C. § 335a(i).
Department of Health and Human Services Office of the General Counsel Food & Drug Administration Office of the Administrative Law Judge Office of the Inspector General	Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act § 307(b)(1)(A), 21 U.S.C. § 335b(b)(1)(A).	In the course of any investigation or hearing with respect to the potential imposition of civil money penalties for, among other things, false statements, misrepresentations, the payment of bribes or illegal gratuities in connection with an abbreviated drug application, the Secretary can issue subpoenas requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of evidence regarding the matter under investigation. 21 U.S.C. § 335b(b)(1)(A).
Department of Health and Human Services Office of the General Counsel Food & Drug Administration Office of the Administrative Law Judge Office of the Inspector General	Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act § 308(b), 21 U.S.C. § 335c(b).	In the course of any investigation or hearing with respect to the withdrawal of approval of an abbreviated drug applicati on as a result of, among other things, bribery, payment of illegal gratuities, or an applicant’s demonstrated inability to produce the drug for which the application has been submitted, the Secretary can issue subpoenas requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of evidence regarding the matter under investigation. 21 U.S.C. § 335c(b).
Department of Health and Human Services Office of the General Counsel Food & Drug Administration Office of the Administrative Law Judge	Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act §§ 303, 307, 21 U.S.C. §§ 333, 335b; Public Health Service Act §§ 351, 354, 2128, 42 U.S.C. §§ 262, 263b, 300aa-28. 21 CFR Chapter I, FDA, Subchapter A, General, Part 17, Civil Money Penalty Hearings, §§ 17.19, 17.23, 17.27, 17.28, 17.35.	In connection with hearings with respect to the imposition of civil money penalties, the presiding officer has the authority to issue subpoenas requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of evidence relating to the matter under investigation. 21 CFR § 17.19(b)(5).	The presiding officer can sanction a person, including a party or its counsel, for failure to comply with a subpoena by (1) the employment of an inference in favor of the person requesting the information; (2) prohibiting th e party not complying with the subpoena from introducing evidence, or relying on testimony, regarding the information sought; and (3) striking pleadin gs of the noncomplying party. 21 CFR § 17.35(c).	A party to the hearing is required to request documents at least 60 days prior to the hearing. 21 CFR § 17.23. A party wishing to procure the attendance and testimony of an individual at a hearing (and the production of documents at the hearing) is required to request that the presiding officer issue a subpoena at least 20 days prior to the hearing. 21 CFR § 17.27(a) - (c). A party or person to whom a subpoena is addressed who believes that the subpoena is unreasonable, oppressive, excessive in scope, etc., can file a motion to quash the subpoena within 10 days of the subpoena. 21 CFR § 17.27(f). A party or prospective witness may file a mot ion for a protective order with respect to discovery sought by a party or with respect to a hearing, in order to limit the availability or disclosure of evidence. 21 CFR § 17.28.
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Department of Health and Human Services Food & Drug Administration Office of the Administrative Law Judge	Mammography Quality Standards Act, Public Health Service Act § 354(d)(2)(B), 42 U.S.C. § 263b(d)(2)(B). 21 CFR Chapter I, FDA, HHS, Subchapter I, Mammography Quality Standards Act, Part 900, Mammography, Subpart B, Quality Standards & Certification, § 900.15(d)(4).	In holding a formal hearing with respect to th e decision of the Division of Mammography Quality and Radiation Programs (DMQRP) following its reconsideration of an accreditation body’s adverse accreditation or reaccreditation decision that precludes certification or recertification of a mammography facility, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 21 CFR § 900.15(d)(4) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498, Subpart D); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 21 CFR § 900.15(d)(4) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498, Subpart D); 42 CFR § 498.58(b). The r equest must identify the witnesses or documents to be produced and specify the pertinent facts that the party expects to establish by the witnesses or documents, and why those facts could not be established without the use of a subpoena. 21 CFR § 900.15(d)(4) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498, Subpart D); 42 CFR § 498.58(d).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 21 CFR § 900.15(d)(4) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498, Subpart D); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services Office of the General Counsel Depar tment of the Interior Interior Board of Indian Appeals Interior Board of Contract Appeals	Indian Self-Determination & Education Act, 25 U.S.C. § 450f et seq., including 25 U.S.C. §§ 450f(b)(3), 450j(m), 450j-1(f), 450m-1(d), 458aaa-6, 458aaa-8(b), 458aaa-11. 25 CFR Chapter V, BIA & IHS, Part 900, Contracts Under the Indian Self-Determination & Education Assistance Act, Subpart L, Appeals, § 900.164.	With respect to hearings before an ALJ on appeals of, among other things, denials of certain contracts and refusals to waive certain regulations, etc. (listed in 25 CFR § 900.150), with respect to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Act, Indian tribes, tribal organizations, and the government agency all have the righ t to compel the presence of witnesses or the production of documen ts or both by subpoena at h earings or depositions. 25 CFR § 900.164.
Department of Health and Human Services Office of the General Counsel	Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”), Pub. L. No. 104-191, 42 U.S.C. § 1320d-5(a)(2) ((incorporatin g by reference Social Security Act § 1128A, 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a, incor porating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)).	The Secretary has the authority to issue subpoenas in investigating matters and holding hearings under the Administrative Simplification provisions of HIPAA, with respect to matters involving the imposition of civil money penalties. 42 U.S.C. § 1320d5(a)(2)(incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 1128A, 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a); 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a(j) (incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)). With respect to the privacy provisions, the Secretary has delegated that authority to the Office for Civil Rights.	In the event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. § 1320d-5(a)(2) (incorporatin g by reference Social Security Act § 1128A, 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a); 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a(j) (incorporatin g by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)).	Notice by service of the subpoena. 42 U.S.C. § 1320d-5(a)(2) (incorporatin g by reference Social Security Act § 1128A, 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a); 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a(j) (incorporatin g by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)). 45 CFR § 160.310(c)(3) requires the protection of any protected health information obtained by the Secretary to ascertain compliance with the Administrative Simplification provisions of HIPAA and 45 CFR Parts 160 and 164.	The Department is in the process of developing standards and procedures for the issuance of administrative subpoenas under the Administrative Simplification provisions of HIPAA. (No covered entity is required to comply with the regulations adopted under the Admin istrative Simplification provisions of HIPAA until 2003 at the earliest.)
Department of Health and Human Services Office of the General Counsel Office of the Inspector General	Social Security Act § 1918, 42 U.S.C. § 1396q (incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)).	In any hearing, investigation, or other proceeding relating to grants to States for medical assistance programs, the Secretary has the authority to issue subpoenas requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of any evidence that relates to any matter under investi gation or in question. 42 U.S.C. § 1396q (incorporatin g by reference Social Security Act § 205(d), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d)).	In the event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. § 1396q (incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(e)).
Department of Health and Human Services Office of the General Counsel Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services Provider Reimbursement Review Board	Social Security Act, § 1878, 42 U.S.C. § 1395oo(e) (incorporatin g by reference 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)). 42 CFR Chapter IV, CMS, Subch apter B, Medicare Program, Part 405, Federal Health Insurance for the Aged & Disabled, Subpart R, Provider Reimbursement Determinations and Appeals, §§ 405.1835(a), 405.1857.	The Provider Reimbursement Review Board has the authority to issue subpoenas requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and/or the production of evidence relating to any matter at issue in Board hearings on intermediary determinations (as defined in 42 CFR § 405.1801(a)(1)) with respect to payments to providers and hospitals in the Medicare Program where the amount in controversy equals or exceeds $10,000. 42 U.S.C. § 1395oo(e) (incorporating by reference 42 U.S.C. § 405(d); 42 CFR §§ 405.1857, 405.1835(a).	In the event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. 1395oo(e) (incorporating by reference 42 U.S.C. § 405(e)).	A party wishing to obtain the issuan ce of a subpoena shall file a written request at least 10 days before the hearing. 42 CFR § 405.1857. The written request must state the pertinent facts which the party expects to establish by the witnesses or documents and wheth er such facts could be established by other means. Id.	The Board may issue a subpoena where reasonably necessary for the full presentation of a party’s case. 42 CFR § 405.1857.
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act § 1881, 42 U.S.C. § 1395rr (incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205, 42 U.S.C. § 405). 42 CFR, Chapter IV, CMS, Subch apter B, Medicare Program, Part 405, Federal Health Insurance for the Aged & Disabled, Subpart U, Conditions for Coverage of Suppliers of End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Services, § 405.2182.	In a hearing with respect to an appeal of the termination of Medicare coverage of a supplier’s ESRD services because the supplier no longer meets the conditions for coverage of its services, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 405.2182 (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 405.2182 (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 405.2182 (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1871, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1302, 1395hh. 42 CFR, Chapter IV, CMS, Subch apter B, Medicare Program, Part 405, Federal Health Insurance for the Aged & Disabled, Subpart X, Rural Health Clinic and Federally Qualified Health Center Services, § 405.2402(f).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal of the Secretary’s decision n ot to certify a rural health clinic or his refusal to enter into or renew an agreement with a rural health clinic, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 405.2402(f) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 405.2402(f) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 405. 2402(f) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Department of Health and Human Services Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1871, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1302, 1395hh. 42 CFR, Chapter IV, CMS, Subch apter B, Medicare Program, Part 405, Federal Health Insurance for the Aged & Disabled, Subpart X, Rural Health Clinic and Federally Qualified Health Center Services, § 405.2404(b)(3).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal by a rural health clinic of the termination of an agreement between CMS and the rural health clinic, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 405.2404(b)(3) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 405.2404(b)(3) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 405.2404(b)(3) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1871, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1302, 1395hh. 42 CFR, Chapter IV, CMS, Subch apter B, Medicare Program, Part 405, Federal Health Insurance for the Aged & Disabled, Subpart X, Rural Health Clinic and Federally Qualified Health Center Services, § 405.2430(d).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal of the failure of CMS to enter into an agreement with an entity with respect to federally qualified health service centers, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 405.2430(d) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 405.2430(d) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 405.2430(d) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1871, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1302, 1395hh. 42 CFR, Chapter IV, CMS, Subch apter B, Medicare Program, Part 405, Federal Health Insurance for the Aged & Disabled, Subpart X, Rural Health Clinic and Federally Qualified Health Center Services, § 405.2436(c)(3).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal of the termination by CMS of an agreement with a federally qualified health center, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 405.2436(c)(3) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 405.2436(c)(3) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 405.2436(c)(3) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act § 1862(b), 42 U.S.C. § 1395y(b)(3)(C), (5)(C)(ii), (6)(B) (incorporatin g by reference 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a, incor porating by reference 42 U.S.C. § 405(d)&(e)). 42 CFR, Chapter IV, CMS, Subch apter B, Medicare Program, Part 411, Exclusions from Medicare and Limitations on Medicare Payment, Subpart E, Limitations on Payment for Services Covered under Group Health Plans: General Provisions, § 411.121(f).	In th e appeal/review of a determination by CMS that a group health plan does not conform to the requirements of 42 U.S.C. § 1395y(b) with respect to Medicare as a secondary payer, the hearing officer may issue – on his own motion or upon the request of any party – subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and/or the production of documents relating to matters at issue. 42 CFR § 411.121(f)(1).	In the event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. § 1395y(b)(3)(C), (5)(C)(ii), (6)(B) (incorporatin g by reference 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a(j), incorporating by reference 42 U.S.C. § 405(d)&(e)).	A party wishing to obtain a subpoena must file with the hearing officer a written request for a subpoena at least 10 days before the hearing. 42 CFR § 411.121(f)(2). The written request must identify the witnesses or documen ts to be produced, identifying the pertinen t facts to be established by the testimony or documents sought. 42 CFR § 411.121(f)(3). The subpoenas are issued at the hearing officer’s discretion. 42 CFR § 411.121(f)(4).	The hearing officer may issue subpoenas if th ey are reasonably necessary for full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 411.121(f).
Department of Health and Human Services* Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services Medicare Geographic Classification Review	Social Security Act § 1886, 42 U.S.C. § 1395ww(d)(10)(G)(ii) (incorporatin g by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)). 42 CFR Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter B Medicare Program, Part 412, Prospective Payment Systems for Inpatient Hospital Services, Subpart L, the Medicare Geographic Classification Review Board Composition and Procedures, § 412.268.	In review of the redesignation of a hospital – from a rural area to urban area, from one rural area to another rural area, and from one urban area to another urban area – for purposes of using the other area’s standardized amount for inpatient operating costs, wage index value, or both – the Medicare Geogra phic Classification Review Board may issue subpoenas – on its own motion or at the request of a party – for th e attendance and testimony of witnesses and/or pr oduction of documents relevant and material to an y matter of issue. 42 CFR § 412.268(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. § 1395ww(d)(10)(G)(ii) (incorporatin g by reference 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)).	A party must issue a predecision request for information or data. 42 CFR § 412.268(a). Only when this request has failed to produce the necessary evidence, can the party submit a written request to the Medicare Geogra phic Classification Review Board for issuance of a subpoena for attendance and testimony of witnesses or production of documents. 42 CFR § 412.268(a). The r equest must identify the individual or documen ts that ar e to be produced and must state the pertinent facts that the party expects to establish by the requested witnesses or documents, and whether these facts could be established by other evidenced without the use of a subpoena. 42 CFR § 412.268(b).	The Board may issue subpoenas if they are reasonably necessary for full presentation of the case, and only after a predecision request for information or data has failed to produce the necessary evidence. 42 CFR § 412.268(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1832, 1833, 1871, 42 CFR §§ 1302, 1395k, 1395l, 1395hh. 42 CFR Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter B Medicare Program, Part 416, Ambulatory Surgical Services, Subpart B, General Conditions and Requirements, § 416.26(f).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal by an ambulatory surgical center (“ASC”) of a decision by CMS refusing to enter into an agreement with the ASC or terminating such an agreement, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 416.26(f) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 416.26(f) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 416.26(f) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1832, 1833, 1871, 42 CFR §§ 1302, 1395k, 1395l, 1395hh. 42 CFR Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter B Medicare Program, Part 416, Ambulatory Surgical Services, Subpart B, General Conditions and Requirements, § 416.35(b)(3).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal by an ambulatory surgical center (“ASC”) of a decision by CMS terminating an agreement with the ASC, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 416.35(b)(3) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 416.35(b)(3) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 416.35(b)(3) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services Office of the General Counsel Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services Provider Reimbursement Review Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1814, 1861, 1862, 1871, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1302, 1395f, 1395x, 1395y (incorporating by reference 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1395hh. 42 CFR, Chapter IV, CMS, Subch apter B, Medicare Program, Part 418, Hospice Care, Subpar t G, Payment for Hospice Care, § 418.311.	The Provider Reimbursement Review Board has the authority to issue subpoenas requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and/or the production of evidence relating to any matter at issue in hearings with respect to payments to hospices (with respect to amounts in controversy that exceed $10,000) under the Medicare Program. 42 CFR § 418.311 (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 405, Subpart R); 42 CFR § 405.1857.	In the event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1395y, 1395oo(e) (both incorporating by reference 42 U.S.C. § 405(e)).	A party wishing to obtain the issuan ce of a subpoena shall file a written request at least 10 days before the hearing. 42 CFR § 418.311 (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 405, Subpart R); 42 CFR § 405.1857. The written request must state the pertinent facts which the party expects to establish by the witnesses or documents an d whether such facts could be established by other means. Id.	The Board may issue a subpoena where reasonably necessary for the full presentation of a party’s case. 42 CFR § 418.311 (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 405, Subpart R); 42 CFR § 405.1857.
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1871, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1302, 1395hh. 42 CFR Chapter IV, CMS, Subch apter B, Medicare Program, Part 420, Pr ogram Integrity: Medicare, Subpart A, General Provisions, § 420.3(a).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal by a provider of a decision by CMS terminating the provider agreement for failure to comply with the disclosure of information requirements set forth in 42 CFR Part 420 Subpart C, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 420.3(a) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 420.3(a) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 420.3(a) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1814, 1815, 1820, 1835, 1842, 1848, 1870, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1395f, 1395g, 1395i-4, 1395n, 1395u, 1395w-4, 1395gg. 42 CFR Chapter IV, CMS, Subch apter B, Medicare Program, Part 424, Conditions for Medicare Payment, Subpart G, Special Conditions: Emergency Services Furnished by a Nonparticipating Hospital, § 424.104(d).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal by a nonparticipating hospital that pr ovides emergency services of a determination by CMS that the hospital does not qualify to claim reimbursement, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 424.104(d) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 424.104(d) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 424.104(d) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act § 1102, 42 U.S.C. §1302. 42 CFR Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter C, Medical Assistance Programs, Part 431, State Organization and General Administration, Subpart D, Appeals Process, § 431.153(g) & (h).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal by a nursing facility (NF) of (1) a determination by a State, denying or terminating participation in Medicaid and the basis of the determination is also a basis for denial or termination of the NF’s participation in Medicare (in which the NF is participating or seeking to participate), or (2) a determination by CMS that the NF is not in substantial compliance, terminating the NF’s Medicaid provider agreement or imposing alternative remedies, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 431.153(g)(1) & (h) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 431.153(g)(1) & (h) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 431.153(g)(1) & (h) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1871, 1894, 1905, 1934, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1302, 1395, 1395eee, 1396d, 1396u-4. 42 CFR Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter E, Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, Part 460, Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), Subpart D, Sanctions, Enforcement Actions & Terminations, § 460.46.	In proceedings to impose civil monetary fines for violations with respect to enrollment, disenrollment, excessive premiums, misrepresentations, or falsifications of information, an administrative law judge has the authority to issue subpoenas requiring the attendance of witnesses at hear ings and the production of documents at or in relation to hearings. 42 CFR § 460.46 (making Social Security Act § 1128A, 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a (other than (a) & (b) applicable); 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a(j) (incorporating by reference Social Security Act §205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 CFR § 460.46 (making Social Security Act § 1128A, 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a (other than (a) & (b) applicable); 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a(j) (incorporatin g by reference Social Security Act §205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1861, 1871, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1302, 1395x, 1395hh. 42 CFR Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter G, Standards & Certification, Part 485, Conditions of Participation: Specialized Providers, Subpar t B, Condi tions of Participation: Comprehensive Outpa tient Rehabilitation Facilities, § 485.74.	In a hearing with respect to an appeal by an entity of a determination by CMS, denying or terminating the provider’s participation in the Medicare program as a comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation facility (“CORF”), an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 485. 74 (in corporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 485.74 (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 485.74 (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§1102, 1138, 1871, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1302, 1320b-8, 1395hh. 42 CFR, Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter G, Standards and Certification, Part 486, Conditions for Coverage of Specialized Services Furnished by Suppliers, Subpar t G, Conditions of Coverage: Organ Procurement Organizations, § 486.316(b).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal by an organization of a determination by CMS, denying the organization’s application to be the designated organ procuremen t organization (“OPO”) for its service area, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 486.316(b) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 486.316(b) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 486.316(b) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1138, 1871, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1302, 1320b-8, 1395hh. 42 CFR, Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter G, Standards and Certification, Part 486, Conditions for Coverage of Specialized Services Furnished by Suppliers, Subpar t G, Conditions of Coverage: Organ Procurement Organizations, § 486.325(c).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal by an organ procuremen t organization (“OPO”) of a determination by CMS, terminating an agreement, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 486.325(c) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 486.325(c) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 486.325(c) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1128, 1871, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1302, 1320a-7, 1395hh. 42 CFR, Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter G, Standards and Certification, Part 488, Survey, Certification & Enforcement Procedures, Subpart A, General Provisions, § 488.24(c).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal by an institution or agency of a determination by CMS (1) that it does not qualify for participation or coverage because it is not in compliance with the conditions of participation or conditions of coverage, or (2) terminating a provider’s agreement for that reason, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 488.24(c) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. Social Security Act § 1128, 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7 (incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205, 42 U.S.C. § 405).	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 488.24(c) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 488.24(c) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1819, 1871, 1919, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1303, 1395i-3, 1395hh, 1396r. 42 CFR, Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter G, Standards and Certification, Part 488, Survey, Certification & Enforcement Procedures, Subpart E, Survey & Certification of Long-term Care Facilities, §488.330(e)(3).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal by certain providers (State-operated facilities, skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and dually participating SNFs, and other facilities subject to a CMS validation survey or CMS review of a State’s findi ngs) of a denial of participation or certification of noncompliance leading to an enforcement remedy (including termination of the provider agreement, but except State monitoring), an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 488.330(e)(3) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 488.330(e)(3) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 488.330(e)(3) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1102, 1819, 1871, 1919, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1302, 1395i-3, 1395hh, 1396r. 42 CFR, Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter G, Standards and Certification, Part 488, Survey, Certification & Enforcement Procedures, Subpart E, Survey & Certification of Long-term Care Facilities, §488.330(e)(4).	In a hearing with respect to a State’s denial of participation , termination of provider agreement, or certification of noncompliance leading to an alternative remedy (except State monitoring) with respect to a non-State operated Medicaid nursing facility (FN) which h as not received a CMS validation survey or a CMS review of the State’s findings, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 488.330(e)(4) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 431); § 431.153(g)(1) & (h) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 488.330(e)(4) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 431); 42 CFR § 431.153(g)(1) & (h) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 488.330(e)(4) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 431); 42 CFR § 431.153(g)(1) & (h) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1861, 1864, 1866, 1871, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1395k, 1395aa, 1395cc, 1395hh. 42 CFR, Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter G, Standards and Certification, Part 489, Provider Agreements & Supplier Approval, Subpar t E, Termination of Agreement & Reinstatement After Termination, § 489.53(d).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal of a termination of a provider agreement by CMS pursuant to 42 CFR § 489.53(a) or (b), an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 489.53(d) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 489.53(d) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 489.53(d) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Clinical Laboratories Impr ovement Act of 1988, Public Health Service Act § 353, 42 U.S.C. § 263a; Social Security Act §§ 1846, 1861, 1902, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1395w-2, 1395x, 1396a. 42 CFR Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter G, Standards & Certification, Part 493, Laboratory Requirements, Subpart R, Enforcement Procedures, § 493.1844(a)(2) & (b).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal of a laboratory dissatisfied with (a) suspen sion, limitation or revocation of its CLIA certificate by CMS for noncompliance with CLIA requirements, (b) denial of a CLIA certificate, (c) imposition of alter native sanctions, or (d) denial or cancellation of a laboratory’s approval to receive Medicare payments for services, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 493.1844(a)(2) & (b) (incorporating by reference 42 CFR Part 498, Subpart D); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 493.1844(a)(2) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498, Subpart D); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 493.1844(a)(2) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498, Subpart D); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Clinical Laboratories Impr ovement Act of 1988, Public Health Service Act § 353, 42 U.S.C. § 263a; Social Security Act §§ 1846, 1861, 1902, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1395w-2, 1395x, 1396a. 42 CFR Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter G, Standards & Certification, Part 493, Laboratory Requirements, Subpart R, Enforcement Procedures, §493.1844(a)(2), (e)(1) & (e)(3).	In a hearing with respect to an appeal of a prospective lab dissatisfied with a reconsidered or a revised reconsidered deter mination regarding denial of a CLIA certificate or of approval for Medicare payment for services, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR § 493.1844(a)(2), (e)(1) & (e)(3) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498, Subpart D); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 493.1844(a)(2) & (e)(3) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498, Subpart D); 42 CFR § 498.58(b).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 493.1844(a)(2) & (e)(3) (incorporatin g by reference 42 CFR Part 498, Subpart D); 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act §§ 1128, 1128A, 1156, 1866, 1819, 1891, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7 & 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1320c-5, 1395cc, 1395i3, 1395bbb. 42 CFR Chapter IV, CMS, Subchapter G, Standards and Certification, Part 498, Appeal Procedures for Determinations that Affect Participation in the Medicare Program and for Determinations that Affect the Participation of ICFs/MR and Certain NFs in the Medicaid Program, Subpart D, Hearings, § 498.58(a), (b) & (d).	In holding a hearing with respect to an appeal of a determination that affects (1) participation in the Medicare program of a (a) prospective provider, (b) provider, (c) prospective supplier, (d) supplier, (e) physical therapist in independent practice, (f) chiropractor, (g) nonparticipating hospital that furnishes emergency services, or (h) suspended or excluded practitioner, provider, or supplier, or (2) participation of Intermediate Care Facilities for the Mentally Retarded (ICFs/MR) or certain Nursing Facilities (NFs) in the Medicaid progr am, an administrative law judge may issue subpoenas upon his own motion or at the request of a party. 42 CFR §§ 498.58(a), 498.5(a), (b), (d), (e), (g)-(k).	In event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 U.S.C. §§ 1320a-7, 1320a-7a (both incorporating by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)), 1396q.	A party must file a written request for a subpoena with the administrative law judge at least 5 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 42 CFR § 498.58(b). The r equest must identify the witnesses or documents to be produced and specify the pertinent facts that the party expects to establish by the witnesses or documents and why those facts could not be established without the use of a subpoena. 42 CFR § 498.58(d).	The subpoena must be reasonably necessary for the full presentation of the case. 42 CFR § 498.58(a).
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Departmental Appeals Board	Social Security Act § 1128A(j), 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a(j) (incorporatin g by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)). 42 CFR, Chapter V, Office of th e Inspector General–Health Care, Department of Health & Human Services, Subchapter B, OIG Authorities, Part 1005, Appeals of Exclusions, Civil Money Penalties and Assessments, §§ 1005.4, 1005.9.	In th e course of a proceeding by which a party appeals an exclusion, civil m oney penalty, a nd/or assessment, an administrative law judge has the authority to issue subpoenas requiring the attendance of witnesses at hear ings and the production of documents at or in relation to hearings. 42 CFR § 1005.4.	In the event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court. 42 CFR § 1005.9(i) (incorporatin g by reference Social Security Act § 205(e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(e)).	A party seeking a subpoena for the appearance of a witness at the hearing and/or the production of documents at or prior to the hearing must file a wr itten motion with the admin istrative law judge at least 30 days before th e date fixed for the hearing. 42 CFR § 1005.9(a)-(d). The written motion must specify th e evidence to be produced and designate the witnesses. 42 CFR § 1005.9(d). The person to whom the subpoena is directed may file a motion to quash the subpoena within 10 days of service thereof. 42 CFR § 1005.9(h).	A subpoena for the appearance and testimony of a witness at a hearing must be reasonably necessary for the presentation of the moving party’s case. 42 CFR § 1005.9(a).
Department of Health and Human Services Office of the General Counsel Office of th e Inspector General	Social Security Act § 1128A(j), 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a(j) (incorporatin g by reference Social Security Act § 205(d) & (e), 42 U.S.C. § 405(d) & (e)). 42 CFR, Chapter V, Office of Inspector General–Health Care, Department of Health & Human Services, Subchapter B, OIG Authorities, Part 1006, Investigational Inquiries, §§ 1006.1, 1006.4(f), 1006.5.	With respect to an investigation into false or otherwise improper claims, actionable under Social Security Act § 1128A, 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a, the Secretary, through the Inspector General, has the authority to issue subpoenas requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of any evidence that relates to any matter under investigation or in question. 42 CFR § 1006.1. The Secretary is authorized to delegate, and has delegated, this authority to the Inspector General.	In the event of refusal to obey, court order obtain ed through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court where the subpoenaed person is found, resides, or transacts business. 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7a(j) (incorporatin g by reference 42 U.S.C. § 405(e)); 42 CFR §§ 1006.4(f), 1006.5.
Department of Health and Human Services* Office of the General Counsel Office of the Inspector General Departmental Appeals Board	Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986, PL 99-509, §§ 6101-04, 31 U.S.C. §§ 3801-3812. 45 CFR Subtitle A, Department of Health & Human Services, Subchapter A, General Administration, Part 79, Program Fraud Civil Remedies, §§79.4(a), 79.18(b)(5), 79.21, 79.23, 79.24.	If the Inspector General, as the investigating official, concludes that a subpoena pursuant to 31 U.S.C. § 3804(a) is warranted, relating to an investigation into the submission of false, fictitious, or fraudulen t claims or written statements to the Department, it has the authority to issue the subpoena. 45 CFR § 79.4(a). In hearings with respect to program fraud, administrative law judges can issue subpoenas for the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents at depositions or at hearings. 45 CFR § 79.18(b)(5).		The subpoena issued by the Inspector General must identify the authority pursuant to which the subpoena is issued, and identify the records and documents sought. 42 CFR § 79.4(a)(1). At the hearing stage, the parties must file motions for discovery before the ALJ at least 15 days before the hearing, which includes a copy of the requested discovery and a statement of the scope of the proposed depositions. 45 CFR § 79.21(c) & (d). A party may, within 10 days of service, file an opposition to the motion for discovery or a motion for a protective order. 45 CFR § 79.21(d)(2).	A party seeking the attendance and testimony of an individual (and the production of documents by that witness) can request the ALJ to issue a subpoena. 45 CFR § 79.23(a) & (b). The motion must be filed at least 15 days prior to the date set for the hearing. 45 CFR § 79.23(c). A party or the individual to whom the subpoena is directed may file a motion to quash the subpoena within 10 days after service. 45 CFR § 79.23(f). The ALJ, pursuant to a motion for a pr otective order, may make any order necessary to protect a par ty or person from annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, or undue burden or expense. 45 CFR § 79.24(b).
Department of Housing and Urban Development
US Department of Housing and Urban Development Finance and Regulatory Enforcement	Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act at 15 U.S.C. § 1714, implemented at 24 CFR part 3800	Empowers the Secretary to invest igate for pur poses of enforcing the Act, prescribing rules or recommending legislation. Secretary is authorized to issue subpoenas for testimony and documents in connection with an investigation.	Enforced by action in U.S. District Court.	Privacy Act, 5 U.S.C. §552a, as applicable, although; a 30-day minimum time for response is customary.	Discretion of administering office.
US Department of Housing and Urban Development Finance and Regulatory Enforcement	Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act at 12 U.S.C. §2617, implemented at 24 CFR part 3800	Same as above.	Same as above.	Same as above.	Same as above.
US Department of Housing and Urban Development Finance and Regulatory Enforcement	National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act, 42 U.S.C. §5413, implemented at 24 CFR part 3800	Same as above.	Same as above	Same as above.	Same as above.
US Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Inspector General	Inspector General Act of 1978, 5 U.S.C. App. 3, §6	To require the production of all information, documents, reports, records, accounts, papers and other data and documentar y evidence necessary to the performance of the functions of the Inspector General under the Act.	Enforced by action in U.S. District Court.	Notification is by service of a copy of the subpoena on the responding party, and the privacy protections include the Privacy Act, supra, the Right to Financial Privacy Act, 12 U.S.C. §3401 et seq., and the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, Pub. L. 99-508, codified at various sections of the United States Code.	Case law restricts the authority to issue subpoenas to those issued in furtherance of a lawful investigation of the inspector general, and which are reasonably relevant to the inquiry and not over ly broad or burdensome.
US Department of Housing and Urban Development	The Fair Housing Act, Sec. 811(a). 42 U.S.C. 3611(a) The Fair Housing Act, Sec. 811(a). 42 U.S.C. 3611(a), implemented by regulation at 24 CFR 103.215 and 180.545.	Authority for issuance of subpoenas to same extent as ordered or served in aid of a civil action in the U.S. District Court for the district in which the investigation is taking place.	Oder of the appropriate U.S. District Court.	The provisions of the F.R.C.P. apply. The protections of persons subject to subpoenas are set forth at Rule 45(c).	It has been the experien ce of this office that the Department of Justice believes that it can not enforce administrative subpoenas that do n ot contain the prescribed language of Rule 45(c) and (d). This office has consistently required the use of the language of Rule 45(c) and (d) in the administrative subpoenas that it reviews for legal sufficiency.
US Department of Housing and Urban Development	42 U.S.C. 3612(c)	same as above	same as above	same as above	same as above
Department of Housing and Urban Development†	12 U.S.C. §4588	for use in connection with administrative proceedings related to en forcement of housing goals
Department of Housing and Urban Development (The Secretary)†	12 U.S.C. § 2617	In order to investigate any facts, conditions, practices, or matters that may be deemed necessa ry or proper to aid in the enforcement of the provisions of the chapter in which the authority is granted, or to secure information to serve as a basis for recommending furth er legislation concerning real estate settlement practices, the Secretary is authorized to subpoena the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents.
Department of the Interior
US Department of the Interior Branch of General Legal Services, Division of General Law Office of Hearings and Appeals	Generally: Administrative procedure Act, 5 U.S.C. § 556(c)(2) 43 C.F.R. § 4.26 Contract disputes: Contract Disputes Act, 41 U.S.C. § 610 43 C.F.R. §4.120 Indian probate cases: Act of Aug. 1, 1914, 25 U.S.C. § 374 43 C.F.R. § 4.230(b) Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation cases: 25 U.S.C. 3007 32 C.F.R. §229 Public land cases: Act of Jan. 31, 1903, 43 U.S.C. §§ 102-106 43 C.F.R. §§ 4.423, 4.433, 4.452-4 & 4.472(a) Surface mining cases: Surface Mining Contr ol and Reclamation Act, 30 U.S.C. §§ 1211(c)(1), 1271 (c) 43 C.F.R. § 4.1121(a)(2) Program fraud cases: Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act, 31 U.S.C. § 3804 43 C.F.R. §§ 35.18(b)(5), 35.21 & 35.23	The statutory provisions referenced above generally grant authority to presiding officers to issue subpoenas in connection with administrative proceedings, in accordance with the agency’s published regulations. The Department of the Interior has published regulations to govern proceedings conducted before administrative law judges and boards of contract appeals judges. These regulations, also referenced above, describe the authority of the judges to issue subpoenas to compel the attendance of witnesses, and to take and cause depositions to be taken for the purpose of taking testimony. Some regulations also grant subpoena authority to require persons to produce documents 43 C.F.R. §§ 4.120, 35.18, 35.21.	In contract disputes and in Indian probate, surface mining, and program fraud cases, the agency can request that the Attorney General file a petition in U.S. District Court to enforce a subpoena issued by the presiding officer. In public lands cases, the wilful refusal to comply with a subpoen a may be punished as a misdemeanor. (See citations under paragraph 1 above).	None.	The procedural regulations include General requirements for requesting, issuing, and service of subpoenas.
US Department of the Interior Division of Land and Water and Division of Parks and Wildlife U.S. Department of the Interior Office of th e Solicitor	Compr ehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) section 104(e), Pub. L. No. 96-510, Dec. 11, 1980, 94 Stat 2767, and amendatory acts, codified at 42 U.S.C. 9604(e)(5) (“Information gathering and access, compliance orders”). Executive Order 12580, 52 Fed. Reg. 2923 (Jan. 23, 1987), Sec. 2(j)(1) (delegatin g CERCLA section 104(e)(5)(A) compliance order authority to the Secretary of the In terior, to be exercised with the concurrence of the Attorney General, with respect to hazardous substance releases where either the release is on or the sole source of the release is from any facility or vessel under the jurisdiction, custody, or control of the Department of the Interior; and Sec. 2(j)(2) (subject to (j)(1), delegating CERCLA section 104(e) authority to the Secretary of the Interior with respect to the same releases described in (j)(1)). Through Executive Order 12580, supra, Sec. 1(c), and 40 C.F.R. 300.600, the President has designated the Secretary of the Interior as a Federal tr ustee for natural resources, pursuant to CERCLA sec. 107(f)(2)(A), 42 U.S.C. 9607(f)(2)(A).	Authority to issue an order directing compliance with a CERCLA section 104(e) request for inform ation concerning the identification, nature, and quantity of certain materials, the natur e or extent of a release or threatened release of a hazardous substance, or information relating to the ability of a person to pay or to perform a cleanup.	The Secretary may ask the Attorney General to commence a civil action to compel compliance with a request or order issued under CERCLA section 104(e)(5)(A).	The order may be issued after such notice and opportunity for consultation as is reasonably appropriate under the circumstances. CERCLA section 104(e)(5)(A).	The Secretary is authorized to issue orders "only if there is a reasonable basis to believe that ther e may be a release or threat of release of a hazardous substance or pollutant or contaminant" from a facility. CERCLA section 104(e)(1), 42 U.S.C. section 9604(e)(1). In addition, the authority under section 104(e) may be exercised only for the purposes of determining the need for response, or choosing or taking any response action under CERCLA, or otherwise enforcing the provisions of CERCLA. Id.
US Department of the Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs through SOL-DIA	Courts of Indian Offenses Civil procedure: 25 C.F.R. § 11.503 Further, there are regulations which mandate compulsory production of documen ts/inform ation to the BIA, th ough they are not technically subpoenas. Under the Indian Trader License Statute regulations: 25 C.F.R. § 140.22 Inspection of traders’ prices - traders shall on request submit business information as requested	The Court shall follow the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure in civil cases except where such procedures ar e superseded by Court of Indian Offenses orders or inconsistent rules of tribal procedure. The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure define subpoena authority in Rule 45. A subpoena will serve as a command to produce evidence or to permit inspection or to command an appear ance, and may be issued jointly or separate. A subpoena to command atten dance shall issue from the court for the district in which the hearing or trial is to take place. Similarly, one commanding production of evidence shall issue from the court for the district where production or inspection is to occur.	Failure to comply may be deemed to be contempt of the court from which the subpoena issued.	Compliance with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure - Rule 45	Compliance with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure - Rule 45.
US Department of the Interior Office of the Solicitor, Division of Mineral Resources, (for Minerals Management Service)	Royalty Simplification and Fairness Act (RSFA), Pub. L. 104-185 (1996) (as corrected by Pub. L. 104-200), 30 U.S.C. § 1724(d).	RSFA Section 1724(d)(2)(B), gives the DOI the power to issue administrative subpoenas for a lessee of Federal oil and gas leases “to produce records necessary to determine the proper reporting and paymen t of an obligation due the Secretary .”	No specific enforcement authority. However, RSFA amends the Federal Oil and Gas Management Act (FOGRMA), and FOGRMA provides enforcement authority as follows: (b) In case of refusal to obey a subpoena served upon any person under this section, the district court of the United States for any district in which such person is found, resides, or transacts business, upon application by the Attorney General at the request of the Secretary and after notice to such person , shall have jurisdiction to issue an order requiring such person to appear and give testimony before the Secretary or to appear and produce documents before the Secretary. Any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by such court as contempt thereof and subject to a penalty of up to $10,000 a day. 30 U.S.C. § 1717. To date, we have not litigated whether FOGRMA Section 1717 provides subpoena enforcement authority for RSFA Section 1724(d).	Section 1724(d)(2)(B)(ii) provides that a subpoena may only be issued [A]fter the Secretary or a delegated State has in writing requested the records from the lessee or its designee related to the obligation which is the subject of the subpoena and has determined that-- (I) the lessee or its designee has failed to respond within a reasonable period of time to the Secretary's or the applicable delegated State's written request for such r ecords necessary for an audit, investigation or other inquiry made in accordance with the Secretary's or such delegated State's responsibilities under this Act; or (II) the lessee or its designee has in writing denied the Secretary's or the applicable delegated State's written request to produce such records in the lessee's or its design ee's possession or control necessary for an audit, investigation or other inquiry made in accordance with the Secretary's or such delegated State's responsibilities under this Act; or (III) the lessee or its designee has unreasonably delayed in producing records necessary for an audit, investigation or other inquiry made in accordance with the Secretary's or the applicable delegated State's responsibilities under this Act after the Secretary's or delegated State's written request. Section 1724(d)(2)(C) provides that the Secretary or the applicable delegated State must give the lessee a reasonable period of time after a written request to provide records prior to the issuance of any subpoena.	Only applies to Federal Oil and Gas leases. Section 1724(d)(2)(B)(i) states only the following entities may issue a subpoena: (1) an Assistant Secretary; (2) an Acting Assistant Secretary who is a schedule C employee (as defined by section 213.3301 of title 5, Code of Federal Regulations); (3) the Director or Acting Director of the respective bureau or agency; or (4) if a State has been delegated authority pursuant to section 205, the highest State official having ultimate authority over the collection of royalties from Federal leases within the State the State. The auth ority may not be delegated to an y other person. Section 1724(d)(2)(B)(ii) provides that a subpoena may only be issued during the 7 year limitations period provided under Section 1724(b).
US Department of the Interior Office of the Solicitor, Division of Mineral Resources, (for Minerals Management Service)	Federal Oil and Gas Management Act (FOGRMA), Pub. L. No. 97-451, and 30 U.S.C. § 1717.	FOGRMA section 107, 30 U.S.C. § 1717, gives the DOI various compulsory auth orities in connection with its audit and enforcement responsibilities, including the power to issue administrative subpoenas. Section 107 provides in pertinent part: (a) In carrying out his duties under this Act the Secretary may conduct any investigation or other inquiry necessary and appropriate and may conduct, after notice, any hearing or audit, necessary and appropriate to carrying out his duties under this Act. In connection with any such hearings, inquiry, investigation, or audit, the Secretary is also authorized where reasonably necessary -. . . (3) to require by subpena the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of all books, papers, production and financial records, documents, matter, and materials, as the Secretary may request;	FOGRMA section 107, 30 U.S.C. § 1717, also provides enforcement authority as follows: (b) In case of refusal to obey a subpoena served upon any person under this section, the district court of the United States for any district in which such person is found, resides, or transacts business, upon application by the Attorney General at the request of the Secretary and after notice to such person , shall have jurisdiction to issue an order requiring such person to appear and give testimony before the Secretary or to appear and produce documents before the Secretary. Any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by such court as contempt thereof and subject to a penalty of up to $10,000 a day.	None.	Only applies to Indian Oil and Gas leases.
US Department of the Interior Office of the Inspector General Depar tment of the Interior	Inspector General Act of 1978, Public Law No. 95-452, 5 U.S.C. App. 3 [This is the same auth ority exercised by other Inspectors General]. Specifically, I.G. subpoena authority stems from 5 U.S.C. App. 3 § 6(a)(4). The Department of Justice authority to prosecute subpoena enforcement actions on behalf of the IGs stems from DOJ’s charter to conduct litigation in which the U.S. is interested. That authority appears generally in 28 U.S.C. Ch. 31 and particularly at 28 U.S.C. §§ 516-519.	Administrative subpoena authority is generally recognized as limited to subpoena duces tecum. The statutory language provides as follows: Each Inspector General . . . is authorized . . . to require by subpoena the production of all information, documents, reports, answers, records, accounts, papers, and other data and documentar y evidence necessary in the performance of the functions assigned by this Act, which subpoena, in the case of contumacy or refusal to obey, shall be enforceable by order of any appropriate United States district court: Provided, That procedures other than subpoenas shall be used by the Inspector General to obtain documen ts and infor mation from Federal agencies.	In the event of refusal to obey, a court order may be obtained through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. district court.	None specific to the Inspector General Act; statutory notification requirements are followed for Inspector General subpoenas issued pursuant to the Right to Financial Privacy Act of 1978, 12 U.S.C. §§ 3413 & 3421.	The Office of the Inspector General has established within the office various policies and procedures regarding subpoena request and issuance.
US Department of the Interior Office of the Solicitor, Division of Mineral Resources .	Surface Mining Contr ol and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA), Pub. L. No, 95-87, 30 U.S.C. §§1211(c)(1), 1264(e). 30 C.F.R. §§764.17, 769.17, 775.11(b)(3)(i), and 800.40(g) 43 C.F.R. §§ 4.1121(a)(2), 4.1121(a)(3).	SMCR gives both the Secretary, acting through OSM, 30 U.S.C. §§1211(c)(1), and regulatory authorities, 30 U.SC § 1264(e), the power to issue subpoenas, to compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of written or printed material. The Secretary’s regulation at 43 C.F.R. §§ 4.1121(a)(2) authorizes ALJs to issue administrative subpoenas for hearings. The Secretary’s regulation at 4.1121(a)(3) gives ALJs authority to “issue appropriate orders relating to discovery.” The Secretary is authorized under 30 U.S.C. § 1211(c)(1) to “make those investigations and inspections necessary to ensure compliance with this Act.” It is this power that authorizes the use/issuan ce of investigative subpoenas.	The agency has taken the position that all subpoenas (investigative, hearing, and deposition subpoenas) qualify as “orders of the Secretary.” Pursuant to 30 U.S.C. § 1271(c), the Secretary is authorized “ to request the Attorney General to institute a civil action for relief...whenever [a] permittee or his agent (A) fails or refuses to comply with any order issued by the Secretary under this Act... or (E) refuses to furnish any information or report requested by the Secretary in furtherance of this Act, or (F) refuses to permit access to, and copying of, such records as the Secretary determines necessary....” The agency has further taken the position that the “any other appropriate order” language of Section 1271(c) is broad enough to authorize enforcement of subpoenas to peple other than permittees or their agents. However, to our knowledge no court has ruled on this issue.	SMCRA contains no notification requirements for subpoenas. However, notification is given via personal service of the subpoena consistent with Rule 4 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Discovery proceedings before th e Office of Hearings and Appeals (“OHA”) are cover ed by the Secretary’s regulations at 43 C.F.R. §4.1130 through 4.1141. It is our understanding that documents or testimony subpoenaed are public records, except where SMCRA provides for confidentiality (such as “trade secret and pricing information covered at 30 C.F.R. § 870.16(c), which references protection to the extent authorized by the Privacy Act and the Freedom of Infor mation Act (5 U.S.C. § 552(a),(b)).	The standards, qualifiers and procedures for investigative subpoenas are controlled by an OSM directive dated October 19, 1993 entitled “Subpoenas to Compel the Attendance of Witnesses, the Production of Written or Printed Material, or Both.” The standards, qualifiers and procedures for hearing subpoenas are controlled by the ALJ pursuant to 43 C.F.R. §§ 4.1121(a)(2) and 4.1121(a)(3).
US Department of the Interior Office of the Solicitor	Compr ehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) section 122(e)(3)(B), 42 U.S.C. section 9622(e)(3)(B)(“Collectio n of Information”). Executive Order 12580, 52 Fed. Reg. 2923 (Jan. 23, 1987), section 4(b) (delegatin g CERCLA section 122 authority to the Secretary of the Interior with respect to releases or th reatened releases at facilities not on the National Priorities List (NPL) where the release is on or the sole source of the release is from any facility under the jurisdiction, custody or control of the Department of the Interior). The authority may be exercised only with the con currence of the Attorney General.	Authority to collect information necessary or appropriate to prepare nonbinding preliminary allocations of responsibility in CE RLA actions, or for otherwise implementing section 122 of CERCLA (“Settlements”). Authority to require the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of reports, papers, documents, answers to questions, and other information that Interior deems necessary. Section 122(e)(3)(B).	Section 122(e)(3)(B) provides that “in the event of con tumacy or failure or refusal of any person to obey any such subpoena,” any district court in which venue is proper shall h ave jurisdiction to order any such person to comply with such subpoena.	Section 122 pr ovides generally for notice to respon sible parties of their potential liability under CERCLA.	Section 122(e)(3)(A) requires the development of guidelines for preparing nonbinding prelimin ary allocati ons of responsibility. The President may provide a nonbinding preliminary allocations of responsibility, after completion of the remedial investigation/feasibility study, “when it would expedite settlements under this section and remedial action.” Section 122(e)(3)(A). The nonbinding allocation shall not be admissible as evidence in any proceeding, and no court shall have jurisdiction to review the nonbinding allocation of respon sibility. Section 122(e)(3)(C). Interior can only exercise this authority with the concurrence of the Attorney General. Executive Order 12580, section 4(b).
Department of the Interior†	16 U.S.C. § 470ff	Archaeological resources protection
Department of the Interior†	43 U.S.C. § 1619	Alaska native claims settlement
Department of the Interior†	25 U.S.C. § 3007	Native Americans Graves Protection and Repatr iation
Department of the Interior†	30 U.S.C. § 1735	Upon written request of any State, the Secretary is authorized to delegate authority to any State with respect to all Federal land within the State.
Department of Energy & Department of the Interior†	42 U.S.C. § 6381	Energy database and energy information
Department of Labor
Department of Labor	Employee Retirement Income Security Act, P. L. 93-406, 29 U.S.C. 1134(c)	“For the purposes of any invest igation pr ovided for in this title, the provisions of §§9 and 10 (relating to the attendance of witnesses and the production of books, records, and documents) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 49, 50) ar e hereby made applicable (without regard to any limitation in such sections respecting persons, partnerships, banks, or common carriers) to the jurisdiction, powers, and duties of the Secretary or any officers designated by him.”	If a subpoena needs enforcement, it is referred to the Office of the Solicitor who then takes the appropriate steps to file an action in the appropriate United States District Court. Generally, the Department simply seeks to compel the respondent to appear for the deposition or comply with the request for documents contained in the admin istrative subpoena.	29 CFR Parts 70-71 (general DOL regulations governing privacy and disclosure of information or materials) In most cases, the subpoenas will demand production of documents within thirty days. In some circumstances, the time period is shorter or longer, e.g., statute of limitations considerations, the respondent is represented by an attorney who agrees to take service, and sets a particular date for compliance. PWBA does not “n otify tar gets” or potential defendants that administrative subpoenas have been served on others. PWBA abides by the requirements set forth under the Right to Financial Privacy Act where appropriate, (e.g., not involving th e assets of an employee benefit plan –an entity not covered by the RFPA) and by any other privacy or confidentiality requirements that may apply.	The Secreta ry may not subpoena the books and records of any employee benefit plan more than once in a 12-month period unless the Secretary has reason to believe that a violation of ERISA may exist. (29 U.S.C. 1134(b).) The Secreta ry of Labor has delegated the authority to issue subpoenas to the Assistant Secretary of Pension and Welfare Benefits. The Assistant Secretary has re-delegated this authority to the Director of Enforcement and to the Regional Directors of the Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration (PWBA). PWBA Regional Directors execute and issue admin istrative subpoenas. They may also re-delegate that authority to other regional office personnel. The Office of the Solicitor of Labor reviews all subpoenas, except for accommodation subpoenas. All subpoenas, including accommodation subpoenas, must be approved by Office of the Solicitor, if someone other than a Regional Director or Associate Regional Director signs them. Attorneys with the Office of th e Solicitor either conduct depositions that are noticed pursuant to a subpoena ad testificandum or assist the investigators in doing so. Chapter 33 of the PWBA Enforcement Manual sets forth detailed procedures and instructions for issuing subpoenas (http://www.dol.gov/dol/p wba/public/programs/oem anual/chap33.htm).
Department of Labor	Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), [June 25, 1938, ch. 676, Sec. 9, 52 Stat. 1065; 1946 Reorg. Plan No. 2, Sec. 1(b), eff. July 16, 1946, 11 F.R. 7873, 60 Stat. 1095], 29 U.S.C. 209	“For the purpose of any hear ing or investigation provided for in this chapter, the provisions of sections 49 and 50 of title 15 (relating to the attendance of witnesses and the production of books, papers, and documents), are made applicable to the jurisdiction, powers, and duties of the Administrator, the Secretary of Labor, and the industry committees.” 29 U.S.C. 209 “The Administrator or his designated representatives may investigate and gather data regarding the wages, hours, and other conditions and practices of employment in any industry subject to this chapter, and may enter and inspect such places and such records (and make such transcriptions thereof), question such employees, and investigate such facts, conditions, practices, or matters as he may deem necessary or appropriate to determine whether any person has violated any provision of this chapter, or which may aid in the enforcement of the provisions of this chapter.” (29 U.S.C. 211)	“And in case of disobedience to a subpoena the [Secretary/Administrator/ Committees] may invoke the aid of any court of the United States in requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documentary evidence. Any of the district courts ... may, in case of contumacy or refusal to obey a subpoena ... issue an order requiring such person , par tnership, or corporation to appear before the [Secretary/Administrator/ Committees], or to produce documentary evidence ..., or to give evidence touching the matter in question; and any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by such court as a contempt thereof..” 15 U.S.C. 49, incorporated into 29 U.S.C. 209.29	CFR Parts 70-71 (general DOL regulations governing privacy and disclosure of inform ation or materials) Other privacy/notification requirements, including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, Trade Secrets Act, or HHS Medical Privacy regulations, may apply in some cases.	DOL Employment Standards Administration’s Wage and Hour Division’s Field Operations Handbook, Section 86b
Department of Labor	Family Medical Leave Act, P. L. 103-3, 29 U.S.C. 2616	“For the purposes of any investigation pr ovided for in this section, the Secretary shall have the subpoena authority provided for un der section 209 of th is title.” [Section 209 refers to the Fa ir Labor Standards Act, discussed above.] Employers are required to keep certain records and to disclose them to the Secretary upon her request. 29 C.F.R. 825.500	“And in case of disobedience to a subpoena the [Secretary/Administrator/ Committees] may invoke the aid of any court of the United States in requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documentary evidence. Any of the district courts ... may, in case of contumacy or refusal to obey a subpoena ... issue an order requiring such person , par tnership, or corporation to appear before the [Secretary/Administrator/ Committees], or to produce documentary evidence ..., or to give evidence touching the matter in question; and any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by such court as a contempt thereof..” 15 U.S.C. 49, incorporated into 29 U.S.C. 209.	29 CFR Parts 70-71 (general DOL regulations governing privacy and disclosure of information or materials) Other privacy/notification requirements, including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, Trade Secrets Act, or HHS Medical Privacy regulations, may apply in some cases.
Department of Labor	Federal Employees Compensation Act, ch. 458, 39 Stat. 742 (1916), 5 U.S.C. 8126, 20 CFR 10.619 �	“The Secretary of Labor, on any matter within his jurisdiction under this subchapter, may -(1) issue subpoenas for and compel the attendance of witnesses within a radius of 100 miles...(4) require the production of books, papers, documents, and other evidence. “	5 U.S.C. 8125 states that if a person "disobeys or resists a la wful order or process in proceedings under this subchapter before th e Secretary of Labor" the Secretary or his representative must “certify the facts to the district court having jurisdiction in the place where he is sitting. The court must, in a summary manner, hear evidence as to the acts com plained of and if the evidence warrants, punish the individual in the same manner and to the same extent as for a contempt committed before the court or commit the individual on the same conditions as if the forbidden act had occurred with reference to the process of or in the presence of the court.”	29 CFR Parts 70-71 (general DOL regulations governing privacy and disclosure of information or materials) 20 CFR 10.10 Other privacy/notification requirements, including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, Trade Secrets Act, or HHS Medical Privacy regulations, may apply in some cases.	Federal (FECA) Procedure Manual, Part 2 -- Claims, Hearings and Review of the record Chapters 2-1601-6(f) & 21608-8(e) (January 1999) (copy attached).[http://www.nfo web.com/cgi-bin/om_isap i.dll?clientID=14985&inf obase=dol-14&softpage=r ef_MainView]
Department of Labor	Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977, P. L. 95-164, 30 U.S.C. § 813(b) , 30 CFR §44.26	“For the purpose of making any investigation of any accident or other occurrence relating to health or safety in a coal or other mine, the Secretary may, after notice, hold public hearings, and may sign and issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production or relevant papers, books, and documents, and administer oaths.” Federal courts have long recognized that the subpoena power of the Secretary under this and the predecessor Federal Coal Mine Health and Safety Act of 1969 (P. L. 91-173) is limited to public hearing settings, United States v. Blue Diamond Coal Co. 667 F2d 510, 519 (6th Cir. 1981); UMWA v. Martin, 785 F. Supp. 1025,1027 footnote 1 (DDC. 1992). Thus, it is clear both from the wording of the statute and the court interpretations that the subpoena power of the Mine Act is limited to investigatory public hearings being conducted by the Secretary.	“In case of contumacy in refusal to obey a subpoena served upon any person under this section, the district court of the United States for any district in which such person is found or resides or transacts business, upon application by the United States and after notice to such person, shall have jurisdiction to issue an order requiring such person to appear and give testimony before the Secretary to appear and produce documents before the Secretary or both, any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by such court as a contempt thereof.” (30 U.S.C. 813) 29 CFR Parts 70-71 (general DOL regulations governing privacy and disclosure of information or materials) Other privacy/notification requirements, including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, Trade Secrets Act, or HHS Medical Privacy regulations, may apply in some cases.	No overriding standards or procedures. Specific procedures ar e sometimes developed for purposes of specific hearings.
Department of Labor	Inspector General Act of 1978, P. L. 95-452, 5 U.S.C. App. 3, section 6	The Act gives the Inspector General authority to subpoena documents, reports, answers, records, accounts, papers and other data and documentary evidence necessary to carry out its functions. It does not provide testimonial subpoena authority. Additionally it provides that procedures other than subpoenas be used to obtain information and documents from Federal agencies.	Enforcement is by the Attorney General, at the request of the Inspector General, in US Distr ict Court. No specific sanctions.	No notification requirements in the IG Act. The Right to Financial Privacy Act and certain Medical Privacy provisions may apply to Inspector General subpoenas. These contain notification provisions.	Only th e Inspector General or the Deputy Inspector General at the Depar tment of Labor have authority to issue subpoenas. OIG has internal procedures relating to issuance of subpoenas; these are currently undergoing revisi on and are not available. OIG has no regulations or published procedures.
Department of Labor	Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, P. L. 86-257, 29 U.S.C. 521(b).	“For the purpose of any investigation pr ovided for in this chapter, the provisions of sections 49 and 50 of title 15 (relating to the attendance of witnesses and the production of books, papers, and documents), are made applicable to the jurisdiction, powers, and duties of the Secreta ry or any officer s designated by him.”	Enforcement is by the Attorney General, at the request of the Secretary of Labor, in US District Court. 29 U.S.C. 521, incorporating 15 U.S.C. 49.	29 CFR Parts 70-71 (general DOL regulations governing privacy and disclosure of information or materials) Other privacy/notification requirements, including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, Trade Secrets Act, or HHS Medical Privacy regulations, may apply in some cases.	Employment Standards Administration/Office of Labor Management Standards’ Operation Manual, Chapter 39 [copy attached]
Department of Labor	Longshore and Harbor Worker s Compensation Act, ch. 509, 44 Stat. 1424 (1927), 33 U.S.C. 927(a) Coverage of the LHWCA has been extended under other federal statutes to cover other injured employees including: certain persons employed at military, air and naval bases outside the United States pursuant to the Defense Base Act, ch. 357 55 Stat. 622 (1941), 42 U.S.C. § 1651 et seq.; civilian employees of military exchanges under the Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities Act ch. 444, 66 Stat. 139 (1952), 5 U.S.C. § 8171 and; employees working on the Outer Continental Shelf pursuant to the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act. ch. 345, 67 Stat. 462 (1953), 43 U.S.C. § 1331 et seq. We are not treatin g these as separate statutes for purposes of this study. The Black Lung Benefits Act also incorporates certain LHWCA provisions and is discussed separately above.	“The deputy commissioner or Board shall have power to preserve and enforce order during any such proceedings; to issue subpoenas for, to administer oaths to, and to compel the attendance and testimony of witnesses, or the production of books, papers, documents, and other evidence, or the taking of depositions before any designated individual competent to administer oaths; to examine witnesses; and to do all things conformable to law which may be necessary to enable him [effectively] to discharge the duties of his office.”1 Prior to 1972, hearing authority was vested in the Deputy Commissioner. In 1972, the LHWCA was amended to provide for the transfer of the hearing authority from the Deputy Commissioner to the Office of Administrative Law Judges. Pub. L. No. 92576, 86 Stat. 1251(1972), 33 U.S.C. § 919(d). As such, an administrative law judge has all the powers and duties provided to a “deputy commissioner” under section 27 of the Act. See Percoats v. Marine Terminal Corp., 15 BRBS 151, 153-154 (1982). This necessarily includes the auth ority, under section 27(a), to issue subpoenas. In light of this transfer of authority, the Benefits Review Board, which handles appeals of Black Lung and Longshore cases, has held that the district directors do not have the power to issue subpoenas. Main e v. Brady Hamilton Stevedore Co., 18 BRBS 129 (1986). The Board so ruled, reasoning that the Deputy Commissioner’s subpoena power, under section 27(a), was an adjunct of the Deputy Commissioner’s hearing authority. Thus, the Board concluded that when the hearing authority was transferred to the Office of Administrative Law Judges, so necessarily was the subpoena power. Id. (The Board did nevertheless hold in Maine that a party may avail itself of discovery while the case is pending before the Distr ict Director by applying to the chief administrative law judge to request a subpoena while the case is pending before the district director. Id.) The Director, OWCP, however, disagrees with the Board’s Maine decision, believing that, notwithstanding the transfer of hearing auth ority to the Office of Administrative Law Judges, the subpoena power also is a necessary component in the District Director’s exercise of his investigative authority under section 19 and thus section 27(a)’s subpoena power also continues to reside with the district director.	Section 27(b) of the Longshore Act, 33 U.S.C. § 927(b), sets forth the enforcement mechanisms and sanctions available for those individuals who fail to comply with a subpoena. Section 27(b) directs the "deputy commissioner" and the Board to certify the facts to the district court having jurisdiction in the place he is sitting. The district court will "in a summary manner hear evidence as to the acts complained of and if the evidence so warrants, punish such person in the same manner and to the same extent as for a contempt committed before the court, or commit such person upon the same conditions as if doing of the forbidden act had occurred with reference to the process of or in the presence of the court." 33 U.S.C. § 927(b). The ALJ regulations also provide for san ctions for individuals who do not comply with subpoenas. 29 C.F.R. §§ 18.6(d)(2), 18.24(d). Under § 18.1 of the regulations, however, “to the extent that these rul es may be inconsistent with a rule of special application as provided by statute, executive order, or regulation, the latter is controlling.” 29 C.F.R. § 18.1. Because § 27(b) of the Act appears to be such a “rule of special application,” enforcement of subpoenas would appear to be controlled by the procedures outlined in section 27(b), not those discussed in sections 18.6(d)(2). The Board regulations simply repeat the statutory language of § 27(b) in setting forth the procedures it will follow if any person in proceedings before the Board disobeys or resists any lawful order or process. 29 C.F.R. § 802.103(b).	29 CFR Parts 70-71 (general DOL regulations governing privacy and disclosure of inform ation or materials) Other privacy/notification requirements, including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, Trade Secrets Act, or HHS Medical Privacy regulations, may apply in some cases. No specifi c notification procedures for district director [deputy commissioner] subpoenas. For ALJ subpoenas: If a party's written application for a subpoena is submitted three working days or less before the hearing to which it relates, a subpoena shall issue at the discr etion of the Chief Administrative Law Judge or presiding administrative law judge, as appropriate. A motion to quash or limit the subpoena must be filed within ten days of receipt of a subpoena but no later than the date of the hear ing. The person against whom the subpoena is directed may file a motion to quash or limit the subpoena, setting forth the reasons why the subpoena should be withdrawn or why it should be limited in scope. A response to the motion to quash or limit must be filed within ten days of service. The ALJ must rule on the motion immediately after the response is due and his order must specify the date, if any, for compliance with the specifications of the subpoena. Sservice of the subpoena may be accomplished by certified mail or by any per son who is not less than 18 years of age. A witness, other than a wit ness for the Federal Government, may not be required to atten d a deposition or hearing unless the mileage an d witness fee applicable to witnesses in courts of the United States for each date of attendance is paid in advance of the date of the proceeding. 29 C.F.R. § 18.24. To the extent that any situation is n ot provided for or controlled by these rules, or by any statute, executive order or regulation, the Rules of Civil Procedure for the District Courts of the United States will apply. 29 C.F.R. § 18.1(a). For Benefits Review Board: No specific notification procedure.	District Director: The Longsh ore an d Harbor Worker s' Compensation Act Procedure Manual, Part 3--Case Evaluation, Procedures for reporting Fraud and Abuse Chapter 3-700(5)(e)(3); Part 4-Case Adjudication, Authority of the District Director Chapter 4400(11); Part 5--Medical, Policy on medical fees 5500(4)(c)(1). [http://www2.dol.gov/dol/ esa/public/regs/complianc e/owcp/lspm01.pdf] OALJ: 29 CFR 18.24 (general ALJ subpoena regulations) OALJ subpoena guidance: OALJ subpoena guidance: http://www.oalj.dol.gov/s ubpoenas.htm Board: 29 C.F.R. § 802.103Fr equency of Use: District Director: DOL’s Employment Standards Administration/Office of Worker s Compensation Progr ams/Branch of Hearings and Review does not maintain statistics on subpoena requests or denials. The Office of Administrative Law Judges estimates that 7065 subpoenas are issued in a typical year. Benefits Review Board: The Board is an appellate tribunal. It does not, in practice, issue subpoenas.
Department of Labor	Longsh ore an d Harbor Worker s Compensation Act (LHWCA) 33 U.S.C. 944, 20 C.F.R. § 702.147(b)	The Secretary of Labor is also charged with the administration of a “special fund” under § 44 of the Act, finan ced by covered employers and insurance carriers, which makes payments in certain cases including, cases in which an employer is awarded “special fund” relief because its liability has been augmented by an injured worker’s preexisting disability, and cases where compensation awards cannot be satisfied because of the insolvency of the employer. 33 U.S.C. 944. A separ ate gr ant of subpoena auth ority is given to the Secretary to administer the special fund. Section 44(c) provides that “for the purpose of any hear ing or investigation related to determ inations or the enforcement of the provisions of [§ 44], the provisions of section 9 and 10 (relating to the attendance of witnesses and the production of books, paper s, and documents) of the Federal Trade Commission Act of September 16, 1914, as amended (U.S.C., title 15, secs. 49 and 50) ar e hereby made applicable to the jurisdiction, powers, and duties of the Secretary of Labor.” Section 49 provides the authority to issue subpoenas for the atten dance of witnesses or the submission documentar y evidence from any person, partnership or corporation being investigated against. 15 U.S.C. § 49. Such auth ority also applies for hear ings and the takin g of depositions during the course of an investigation. Id.	The aid of any court of the United States can be invoked in requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documentary evidence, and individuals, partnerships or corporation s "may be punished by such court as a contempt thereof." 15 U.S.C. § 49. Any person who disobeys an order of a district court to comply with a subpoena will "be punished by a fine of not less th an $1,000 nor more than $5,000, or by imprisonment for not more than one year, or by both such fine and imprisonment." 15 U.S.C. § 50.	29 CFR Parts 70-71 (general DOL regulations governing privacy and disclosure of inform ation or materials) Other privacy/notification requirements, including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, Trade Secrets Act, or HHS Medical Privacy regulations, may apply in some cases.
Department of Labor	McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act, P. L. 89-286, 41 U.S.C. 353(a), 29 CFR 6.4, 6.6(b)	“Enforcement of chapter Sections 38 and 39 of this title [Walsh-Healey Act] shall govern the Secretary's authority to enforce this chapter, make rules, regulations, issue orders, hold hearings, and make decisions based upon findings of fact, and take other appropria te action hereunder.”(41 U.S.C. 353(a)) “...The Secretary of Labor or his authorized representatives shall have power to make investigations and findings as provided in sections 35 to 45 of this title...” (41 U.S.C. 38, incor porated by 41 U.S.C. 353(a)) “Upon his own motion or on application of any person affected by any ruling of any agency of the United States in relation to any proposal or contract involving any of the provisions of sections 35 to 45 of this title, an d on complaint of a breach or violation of any representation or stipulation as provided in said sections, the Secretary of Labor, or an impartial representative design ated by him, shall have the power to hold hearings and to issue orders requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of evidence under oath.” (41 U.S.C. 39, incorporated by 41 U.S.C. 353(a))	“In case of contumacy, failure, or refusal of any person to obey such an order, any District Court of the United States or of any Ter ritory or possession within the jurisdiction of which the inquiry is carr ied on, or within the jurisdiction of which said person who is guilty of con tumacy, failure, or refusal is found, or resides or transacts business, upon the application by the Secretary of Labor or representative design ated by him, shall have jurisdiction to issue to such person an order requiring such person to appear before him or representative design ated by him, to produce evidence if, as, and when so order ed, an d to give testimony relating to the matter under investigation or in question; and any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by said court as a contempt thereof[.]” (41 U.S.C. 39, incorporated by 41 U.S.C. 353(a))	29 CFR Parts 70-71 (general DOL regulations governing privacy and disclosure of inform ation or materials). 29 CFR 6.4 DOL Employment Standards Administration’s Wage and Hour Division’s Field Operations Handbook, Section 86b.
Department of Labor	Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker Protection Act, P. L. 97-470, 29 U.S.C. 1862(b), 20 CFR 636.7.	“The Secretary may issue subpenas requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses or the production of any evidence in connection with such investigations. The Secretary may administer oaths, examine witnesses, and receive evidence. For the purpose of any hearing or investigation provided for in this chapter, the authority contained in sections 49 and 50 of title 15 [Federal Trade Commission Act], relating to the attendance of witnesses and the production of books, papers, and documents, shall be available to the Secretary. The Secretary shall conduct investigations in a manner which protects the confidentiality of any complainant or other party who provides inform ation to the Secretary in good faith.” 29 U.S.C. 1862(b). “To carry out this chapter the Secretary, either pursuant to a complaint or otherwise, sh all, as may be appropriate, investigate, and in connection therewith , enter and inspect such places (including housing and vehicles) and such records (and make transcriptions thereof), question such persons and gather such information to determine compliance with this chapter, or regulations prescribed under this chapter.” 29 U.S.C. 1862(a).	“And in case of disobedience to a subpoena the [Secretary] may invoke the aid of any court of the United States in requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documentary evidence. Any of the district courts ... may, in case of contumacy or refusal to obey a subpoena ... issue an order requiring such person , par tnership, or corporation to appear before th e [Secretary], or to produce documentary evidence ..., or to give evidence touching the matter in question; and any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by such court as a contempt thereof..”	15 U.S.C. 49, incorporated into 29 U.S.C. 1862(b).29 U.S.C. 1862(b) (confidentiality) 29 CFR Parts 70-71 (general DOL regulations governing privacy and disclosure of information or materials) Other privacy/notification requirements, including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, Trade Secrets Act, or HHS Medical Privacy regulations, may apply in some cases.
Department of Labor	Occupational Safety and Health Act, P. L. 91-596, 29 U.S.C. 657(b)	“In making his inspections and investigations under this Act the Secretary may require the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of evidence under oath.”	“In case of a contumacy, failure, or refusal of any person to obey such an order, any district court of the United States or the United States courts of any territory or possession, within the jurisdiction of which such person is found, or resides or transacts business, upon the application by the Secretary, sh all h ave jurisdiction to issue to such person an order requiring such person to appear to produce evidence if, as, and when so ordered, an d to give testimony relating to the matter under investigation or in question, and any failure to obey such order of the court may be punished by said court as a contempt thereof.”	29 CFR Parts 70-71 (general DOL regulations governing privacy and disclosure of inform ation or materials) 29 CFR 1903.9 (Trade Secrets) 29 CFR 1913.10 (Rules of Agency Practice and Procedure Concerning OSHA Access to Employee Medical Records) Other privacy/notification requirements, including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, Trade Secrets Act, or HHS Medical Privacy regulations, may apply in some cases.	OSHA Field Inspection Reference Manual, Chapter II, section A. 2. c. 3 (htt p://www.osha-slc.gov/ Firm_osha_data/100006.h tml) OSHA Instruction ADM 4.4 AUG 19 1991 (htt p://www.osha-slc.gov/ OshDoc/Directive_data/A DM_4_4.html)
Department of Labor	Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act, P.L. 99509, 31 U.S.C. 3804, 29 CFR 22.4, 22.23	The Inspector General is the "investigating official" and can require the production of material similar to that which can be obtained under the IG Act - that is, records, data, etc. but not testimony. Under the PFCRA, there is a further limitation -- the only data which can be subpoenaed is that which is not otherwise reasonably available to the authority. Additionally the Act provides authority to the presiding officer of an Administrative hearing to subpoena documents and testimony.	Enforced by petition of the Attorney General who can seek an order from the District Court where the person receiving the subpoena resides or conducts business. A failure to obey the order of the court is contempt.	No specific notification procedures. Subpoenas for records may be subject to the n otification provisions of the Right to Financial Privacy Act and Medical Privacy Acts when they apply.	None
Department of Labor	Trade Act of 1974, P.L. 93-618, 19 U.S.C. 2321, 29 CFR 90.14	The Secretary of Labor may require by subpoena the attendance of witnesses and the production of evidence necessary to make a determination whether to certify a worker group as eligible to apply for assistance under the TAA and NAFTA-TAA programs. 19 U.S.C. 2321(a).	“If a person refuses to obey a subpena issued under subsection (a) of this section, a United States district court within the jurisdiction of which the relevant proceeding under this part is conducted may, upon petition by the Secretary, issue an order requiring compliance with such subpena.” 19 U.S.C. 2321(b). Enforcement is through DOJ. No specified sanctions.	Subpoenas under this section must be served either in person or by certified mail, return receipt requested, and the compliance date for the subpoenas must be no less than seven (7) days from the date of service. In practice, DOL’s Employment and Training Administration’s Office of Trade Adjustment Assistance (OTAA) uses this subpoena authority to obtain confidential business data necessary for determining whether a firm, for whose employees a petition for certification under TAA or NAFTA-TAA has been filed, has been impacted by imports or has shifted production to Can ada or Mexico. 29 CFR Part 90, provides for confidentiality of business data, which would include any data obtained via a subpoena. Specifically, 29 CFR 90.16(c) and (f) provide that published notices of affirmative and negative determinations, respectively, shall exclude confidential business information, as identified by the certifying officer (who is a staffer in the ETA Division of Trade Adjustment Assistance). Also, 29 CFR 90.32(b) states that confidential business information is not available to the public. Finally, 29 CFR 90.33 addresses confidential business information in detail. This provision defines confidential business information as trade secrets and commercial and financial information, which are obtained from a person and are privileged or confidential, as set forth in 5 U.S.C. 552(b) and 29 CFR Parts 70-71. Paragraph (b) of 29 CFR 90.33 requires that confidential business information be clearly identified as such on each page of a document containing such information. Finally, paragraph (c) of 29 CFR 90.33 states that the certifying officer is entitled to refuse to accept certain information as confidential, but that the supplier is entitled to notice of the refusal and the right to withdraw the information if the certifying officer makes such a refusal. Other privacy/notification requirements, including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, Trade Secrets Act, or HHS Medical Privacy regulations, may apply in some cases.	In practice, subpoenas are used only as a last resort, when repeated requests for necessary business data have been refused or left unanswered by a firm whose data OTAA seeks. Typically, OTAA precedes the servin g of a subpoena with the delivery to the firm in question of a “pre-subpoena” letter, warning the firm that a subpoena will be served if the firm does not provide the necessar y data by a specific date. If the firm continues to refuse to provide the data or leaves the pre-subpoena letter unanswered, then OTAA serves a subpoena on the firm. The U.S. Department of Justice seeks enforcement on behalf of DOL.
Department of Labor	Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994, P.L. 103353, 38 U.S.C. 4326(b).	“In carrying out any investigation under this chapter, the Secretary may require by subpoena the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matter under investigation.”	Enforcement is by the Attorney General, at the request of the Secretary of Labor, in US District Court.	29 CFR Parts 70-71 (general DOL regulations governing privacy and disclosure of inform ation or materials) Other privacy/notification requirements, including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, Trade Secrets Act, or HHS Medical Privacy regulations, may apply in some cases.	VETS USERRA Operations Manual, pages VI-5-9, VI-17-19.
Department of Labor	Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998, Public Law 105339, 5 U.S.C.. 3330a(b).	“In carrying out any investigation under this subsection, the Secretary may require by subpoena the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents relating to any matter under investigation."	Enforcement is by the Attorney General, at the request of the Secretary of Labor, in US District Court. 5 U.S.C. 3330a(b)(3)-(4).	29 CFR Parts 70-71 (general DOL regulations governing privacy and disclosure of inform ation or materials) Other privacy/notification requirements, including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, Trade Secrets Act, or HHS Medical Privacy regulations, may apply in some cases.
Department of Labor†	29 U.S.C. § 1401 Arbitration of disputes between employees and plan sponsor s of multiemployer plans under ERISA	“Any arbitration proceedings under this section shall, to the extent consistent with this title, be conducted in the same manner, subject to the same limitations, carried out with the same powers (including subpena power), and enforced in United States courts as an arbitration proceeding carried out under title 9"
Department of Labor†	29 U.S.C. § 2004	Employee Polygraph Protection
Department of Labor†	30 U.S.C. § 813	Mineral Lands and Mining Inspections (mandatory safety and health standards)

Appendix A2:

Administrative Subpoena Authorities Held by
Agencies Other Than the Departments of Justice and Treasury

Accompanying a
Report to Congress on the
Use of Administrative Subpoena Authorities
by Executive Branch Agencies and Entities

Pursuant to Public Law 106-544

Administrative Subpoena Authorities Held by Agencies Other Than the Departments of Justice and Treasury

P.L. 106-544, Section 7(a), Executive Branch Study on Administrative Subpoena Authority, Scope and Protections

† Denotes supplemental entry derived from independent research, not submitted by the relevant agency or department

*Name of Submitting Agency or Entity*	*Source and Common Name of Authority (Including Act Name, P.L. and U.S.C. & CFR cites)*	*Scope of Authority Description*	*Enforcement Mechanism Description*	*Notification Req. and Privacy Protections*	*Issuance Standards and Qualifiers or Procedures*
Department of State	Holds no administrative subpoena authority, excluding Inspector General administrative subpoena authority.
Department of State†	22 U.S.C. §4833	In any case of serious injury, loss of life, or significant destruction of property at, or related to, a United States Government mission abroad, and in any case of serious breach of security involving intelligence activities of a foreign government directed at a U.S. government mission abroad, in certain circumstances, the Secretary of State is authorized to convene and Accountability Review Board. The Board is authorized to issue a subpoena for the attendance and testimony of any person and the production of documentary of other evidence from any such person if the Board finds that such a subpoena is necessary in the inter ests of justice for the development of relevant evidence.	The Board may request the Attorney General’s assistance in seeking an enforcement order from a U.S. district court.	Specific confidentiality protections are required under the statute.
Department of Transportation
US Department of Transportation*	14 CFR 302.25, Subpoenas in an oral evidentiary hearing. Require the attendance of a witness at a hearing or the production of documentary evidence.	The administrative law judge or the DOT decision maker considering an application for a subpoena shall issue the subpoena if the application complies with section 302.25. Any person upon whom a subpoena is served has seven days to file a motion to quash or modify the subpoena with the administrative law judge or, in the event that an administrative law judge has not been assigned or is unavailable, to the DOT decisionmaker or the Chief Administrative Law Judge for action. If the person to whom the motion has been addressed has not acted by the return date, such date shall be stayed pending his or her final action. The DOT decisionmaker may at any time review, upon his or her own initiative, the ruling of the administrative law judge or Chief Administrative Judge denying a motion to quash. In such cases, the DOT decisionmaker may order that the return date of a subpoena be staye d pendi ng act ion thereon.	Any party may make an application for subpoena without notice . Any pe rson who objects to the public disclosure of documents or oral testimony covered by a subpoena may file a motion requesting confidential treatment pursuant to [CFR 302.12. Under that rule, requests for confidential treatment are judged in accordance with the standards of disclosure found in the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. section 552). The Right to Financial Privacy Act may or may not apply. Pursuant to 14 CFR 302.27, any person appearing as a witness response to a subpoena is entitled to counsel and must be tendered the same mileage and attendance fees as are paid to witness for such service in the courts of the United States.	An application shall contain a statement or showing of general relevance and reasonable scope of the evidence sought that, in the case of evidence, shall describe the documentary or tangible evidence to be subpoenaed with as much particularity as is feasible, or, in the case of a witness, the name of the witness and a general description of the maters concerning which the witness will be asked too testify. The person considering the application shall issue the subpoena if the application complies with 14 CFR 302.25.	The subpoena power can be valuable in obtaining evidence in aviation enforcement proceedings pursuant to 14 CFR 302 Subpart D. The subpoena power is used sparingly.
US Department of Transportation	14 CFR 305.7, Issuance of Investi gation subpoenas in informal, non-adjudicatory, nonpublic invest igati ons for determining whether formal enforcement action should be instituted with respect to alleged violations of DOT orders, rule s or statutory provisions.	Require the attendance of a per son to testify or the pr oduction of documentary evidence.	The Deputy General Counsel, the DOT decisionmaker, Chief Administrative Law Judge or the administrative law judge designated to preside at the reception of evidence may issue the subpoena. The person upon whom an inve stiga tive subpoena is served has seven days to file a motion to quash or modify the subpoena with the official who issued the subpoena. If the person to who the motion has been addre ssed has not acted by the return date, such date shall be stayed pending his or her final action. A subpoena will be quashed or modified if the evidence whose production is required is not reasonably relevant to the matter under investigation or the demand made does not describe with sufficient particularity the information sought, or the subpoena is unlawful or unduly. The DOT decisionmaker may at any time review, upon his or her own initiative, the ruling of the administrative law judge or Chief Administrative Law Judge denying a motion to quash. In such cases, the DOT decisionmaker may order that the return date of a subpoena be stayed pending action thereon.	Any issued subpoena shall briefly advise the person required to testify or to submit documentary evidence of the purpose of the Investigation and have attached a copy of the order initiating the investigation. The investigation at which the person apears shall be attended only by the witness and his or her counsel, the administrative law jude, and department empoyees concerned with the conduct of the investigation. Unless DOT detrmines otherwise, all orders instituting the investig ation whch do not disclose the identify of the parti cular persons or firms under investigation shall be published in the Federal Register. Except as otherwise required by law, the remainderof the record of suh proceedings shall constitute internal DOT documents, which shall not be available to the general public. The use of such records in formal hearings subject to 14 CFR Part 302 shall be subject to avia tion requesting confidential treatments pursuant to 14 CFR 302.12. If no corrective action is found to be warranted after the completion of the investigation, all documentary evidence will be returned to the person that produced it. 14 CFR 305.7 requires that witnesses subpoenaed to appear shall be paid attendance and mileage fees a la 14 CFR 302.27.	No set standard, subject to the general style of reasonableness that request be within the scope of the order initiating the investigation.
US Department of Transportation	49 U.S.C. 46104, Evidence	The Secretary of Transportation may subpoena witnesses and records related to a matter involved in a hearing or investigation from any place in the United States to the designated place of the hearing or investigation, examine witnesses and receive evidence at a place the Secretary designates.	If a person disobeys a subpoena, the Secretary or a party to a proceeding before the Secretary may petition a court of the United States in the jurisdiction in which the proceeding or Investgation is conducted to enforce the subpoena. The court may punish a failure to obey an order of the court to comply with the subpoena as a contempt of court. The Secretary may designate an employee of the Department under section 3105 of Title 5 to carry out the powers granted by this action.	“	“
US Department of Transportation	49 U.S.C. 41708, Reports.	The Secretary of Transportation may require an air carrier or foreign air carrier to file reports with the Department under oath, to provide specific answers to questions, and to file agreements between carriers related to transportation.	Order of the Department.	Order issued by the Department and served on the carrier or person. The carrier or person may file motion requesting confidential treatment pursuant to 14 CFR 302.12. The Right to Financial Privacy Act may or may not apply.	To the extent that the Secretary finds it necessary to issue the order to carry out 49 U.S.C. Subpart VII.
US Department of Transportation	Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended, Pub.L. No. 95-452, 5 U.S.C. app.3	Administrative authority Subpoenas duces tecum to acquire, with respect to the programs and operations of the Department of Transportation, all information documents, reports, answers, records, accounts, papers and other data and documentary evidence necessary in the performance of the functions assigned by the Inspector General Act, which subpoena, in the case of conformacy or refusal to obey, shall be enforceable by order of any appropriate United States District Court. Authority extends to grantees, contractors, recipients of DOT funds, individuals or entities collading with a DOT employee to violate the law, and pursuant to the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act., PublL. No. 106159, 5 U.S.C. app. 3, 1, mode 1, any individual or entity regulated by the Department.	In the e vent of refusal to obey, court order obtained through Petition to Enforce filed in appropriate district court.	None specific to Inspector General Act of the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act, however, the right to Financial Privacy Act. Publ. L. No, 95630, 12 U.S.C. §3401. Et seq., requires certain steps be taken with respec t to a subpoena for financial records of an individual. Likewise, the Stored Wire and Electric Communications and Transaction Records Access Act. Pub.L. No. 99-508, 18 U.S.C. §2701, et sew. Requires certain safeguards before accessing stored communications (telephone toll records, for example).	Subpoena records within purview of audit and investigative function of DIG. A level of review has been established to make that determination as well as a determination that the records and information sought via subpoena is not overbroad; oppressive, and otherwise meets with all legal requirements as well as a determination that the records or information cannot be obtained otherwise.
US Department of Transportation US Coast Guard, GLMI	Marine Casualty Investigation and License suspension proceedings	46 U.S.C. 6304 and 46 CFR 4.07-5	Through local US Atty petition to enforce filed in appropriate USDC	Actual service of subpoena w/compliance win a “reasonable time”.	Issued by local U.S.C.G Officer in Charge Marine Inspection representative in aid of marine casualty investigation or Mariner License or Document suspensi on or revocation proceeding.
US Department of Transportation US Coast Guard, GLMI	Ports and Waterways Safety Act violation Investigations	33 U.S.C. 1227(b)	Same as above although this authority has seldom, if ever, been utilized because of the lack of implementing regulations	Same as above. There are no regulations in place implementing the statute.
US Department of Transportation US Coast Guard, GLMI	Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act casualty investigations Certain Alaska Cruise Ship Operations	Same as above. There are no implementing regulations. Local US atty petition to USDC for enforcement.	Reasonable time for compliance after actual notice through service of subpoena on responsible official of cruiseship owner/operator’s agent for ser vice of process or Master of vessel involved.
US Department of Transportation US Coast Guard, GLMI	Certain Alaska Cruse Ship Operations	Title XIV, Sec. 1409(a)(9) of P, Law 106-554, 114 Stat. 2763, and 33 CFR 159.321(a)(2)(ii).			Because this statute is so new, we are unaware if any subpoena have been issued under it at this time.
Coast Guard†	33 U.S.C. § 1227	In the case of any incident, accident, or act involving the loss or destruction of, or damage to, any structure subject to this Act, or which affects or may affect the safety or environmental quality of the ports, harbors, or navigable waters of the United States, the
US Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration	49 U.S.C. §46104(a)	Administrator may subpoena witnesses and records related to a matter involved in a hearing or investigation.	49 U.S.C. §46104(b). Petition U.S. District Court to enforce subpoena. This is the avenue of enforcement for all FAA subpoenas.
US Department of Transportation Feder al Avia tion Administration	14 C.F.R. § 13.57	Party to a proceeding under 14 C.F.R. part 13, subpart D, may apply for subpoena requring the production of documents or tangible evidence at a hearing, or for the purpose of taking depositions.	Same as above.		In application to Hearing Officer must show general relevance and reasonable scope.
US Department of Transportation Feder al Avia tion Administration	14 C.F.R. § 13.11	In formal FAA fact-finding investigation under 14 C.F.R. part 13, subpart F, Presiding Officer may issue a subpoena directing any person to appear to testify or produce documents relating to any matter under investigation.	Same as above.		Subpoena issued by clerk subject to motion to quash.
US Department of Transportation Feder al Avia tion Administration	49 U.S.C. § 5121(a)	The Secretary may issue subpoenas, conduct hearings, require the production of records and property.	49 U.S.C. § 5122(a). Bring action in appropriate U.S. District Court to enforce subpoena.
US Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration	49 U.S.C. §47122(b)	In conducting an investigation or public hearing under subchapter I of Part B, the Secretary has the same authority that he has under 49 U.S.C. 46104(a).	Enforce under 49 U.S.C. §46104(b).
US Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration	No common names 49 U.S.C. §20107(a), formerly § 208 of the Federal Railroad Safety Act of 1970, P,L. 91-458, P.L. 103-372, (superseding 45 U.S.C. §437); 49 C.F.R. §§1.49(m) and 209.7(a), 209.8(a), 209.315, and 240.409.	As the delegate of the Secretary of Transportation the administrator of FRA is charged with enforcing the Federal railroad safety laws, and is authorized to conduct investigations, make reports, issue subpoenas, require the production of documents take depositions and prescribe record keeping and reporting requirements.	FHA may seek enforcement by the Attorney General of subpoena in Federal District Court, as authorized by 49 U.S.C. §§ 2011(a)(3) and 201.12(a)(3), and 40 C.F.R. §209.7(i).	Under 49 C.F.R. § 209.7(d), service of a subpoena to a person is made by; handling it to the person; leaving it at his or her office with the person in charge; leaving it at his or her dwelling or usual abode with someone of suitable agent and discretion; mailing it by registered or certified mail to a last known address; or giving actual notice. Service to an entity other than a person is made by handing a copy to a register ed agent or company official; mailing it by registered or certified mail to a last known address; or giving actual notice. Under 49 C.F.R. § 209.11, a party may request confidential treatment of any document provided to FHA.
US Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration	No common names; 49 U.S.C. §20902(b), formerly §3 of the Accidents Report Act (superseding 45 U.S.C. §40); P.L. 103-272; 49 U.S.C. §103(c)(1); 49 C.F.R. §§1.49, 209.7(a), and 225.31(b).	As the delegate of the Secretary of Transportation the Administrator of FRA is charged with enforcing the Federal railroad safety laws, including investigating accidents and incidents, and is authorized to subpoena witnesses, require the production of records, exhibits, and other evidence, administer oaths, and take testimony.	Under its general authority under the railroad safety laws, FRA may seek enforcement by the Attorney General of a subpoena in Federal District Court, as authorized by 49 U..S.C. §§20111(a)(3) and 20112(a)(3), and 49 C.F.R. §209.7(i).	Same notification and privacy protections discussed above. See 49 C.F.R. §§209.7(d) and 209.11.	When necessary to carry out and investigate an accident or incident, either because it resulted in the death of a railroad employee or the injury of five or more persons or because it appeared that an investigation would substantially serve to promote railroad safety, FRA may authorize the issuance of subpoenas to require the production of records and the giving of testimony.
US Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration	No common name; hazardous materials transportation laws, P. L. 93-633, P.L. 103- 272, 49 U.S.C. § 5121 (formerly the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act, 49 U.S.C. app. § 1808); 49 C.F.R. §§ 1.49, 209.7(a) and 209.115.	In enforcing the hazardous materials laws, to the extent necessary, as the delegate of the Secretary of Transportation, the FRA Administrator may investigate, make reports , issue subpoenas, conduct hearings, require the production of records and property, take depositions, and conduct research, development, demonstration, and training activities.	Under 49 U.S.C. § 5122, the FRA Administrator, as the delegate of the Secretary of Transportation, may seek enforcement by the Attorney General of a subpoena in Federal District Court.	Some notification and privacy protections discussed above. See 49 C.F.R. §§209.7(d) and 209.11 and 209.115.	Under 49 C.F.R. § 209.7, the Chief Counsel may issue a subpoena in any matter related to enforcement of the railroad safety laws. In hearings involving hazardous materials penalties, the presiding officer may issue subpoenas upon the wr itten reque st of a party to the proceeding who makes an adequate showing that the information sought will materially advise the proceeding. Under 49 U.S.C. §5121(c) and 49 C.F.R. §1.49, the FRA Administrator, as the delegate of the Secretary of Transportation, may authorize inspectors to enter upon, inspect, and examine, at reasonable times and in a reasonable way, the records and properties of shippes and railroads to the extent such records and properties relate to the manufacture, fabrication, marking, reconditioning, repair, testing, or distribution of packages or contain ers for use by any shipper or manufacturer in the transportat ion of hazardous materials in commerce.
US Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. Chapter 301, Motor Vehicle Safety Section 30117	Agency may require that a manufacturer of a motor vehicle or motor vehicle equipment provide technical information related to performance and safety	Civil Action by DOJ at request of DOT	Service-personal or by registered letter Subject to Privacy Act, FOIA exemptions and the provisions of 49 U.S.C. 30167 dealing with disclosure of information by the government.	Information will be needed to further investigation or proceeding
US Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. 30166 Reports including document production and Special Orders that are comparable to subpoenas.	Agency may conduct an inspection or investigation relating to motor vehicle safety.	Civil action by DOJ at request of DOT	Give reasonable notice of inspection or request.	To determine in manufacture is complying with safety requirements.
US Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. Chapter 323, Consumer Information Section 32307- Investigati ve Powers	Agency may require manufacturer to provide information regarding damage sU.S.C.eptibility, crashworthiness, damage repair costs and vehicle operation costs.	Civil action by DOJ at request of DOT.	Give reasonable notice. Privacy Act, FO:IA and provisions of 18 U.S.C. 1905	To ensure compliance with consumer with consumer information requirements relating to motor vehicles.
US Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. Chapter 325, Bumper Standards Section 32505. Information and compliance requirements	Agency may require manufacturer of passenger motor vehicles or equipment to provide infor mation on bumper standards	Civil action by DOJ at request of DOT	Given reasonable notice, agency may require manufacturer to provide documents or make reports. Privacy Act, FOIA, and provisions of 18 U.S.C. 1905	To ensure compliance with bumper standards established by this Chapter
US Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. Chapter 327, Odometers Section 32706	Agency may conduct investigations, conduct inspections or require reports dealing with motor vehicle odometers.	Civil action by DOJ at request of DOT	Given reasonable notice agency may enter premises, inspect records or require reports that relate to odometers of motor vehicles.	To ensure industry compliance with odometer standards
US Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. Chapter 329, Automobile Fuel Economy Secti on 32910 Administrative	Agency may inspect and copy records, require repots and answers under oath.	Civil action by DOJ at request of DOT	given reasonable notice agency may enter premises, inspect records or require reports that relate to fuel standards.	To ensure industry compliance with automobile fuel economy standards.
US Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. Chapter 301, Motor Vehicle Safety Section 30117	Agency may require that a manufacturer of a motor vehicle or motor vehicle equipment provide technical information related to performance and safety	Civil Action by DOJ at request of DOT	Service-personal or by registered letter. Subject to Privacy Act, FOIA exemptions and the provisions of 49 U.S.C. 30167 dealing with disclosure of information by the government.	Information will be needed to further investigation or proceeding
US Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. 30166 Reports including document production and Special Orders that are comparable to subpoenas.	Agency may conduct an inspection or investigation relating to motor vehicle safety	Civil action by DOJ at request of DOT	Give reasonable notice of inspection or request	To determine in manufacturer is complying with safety requirements.
US Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. Chapter 323, Consumer Information Section 32307 Investigative Powers	Agency may require manufacture to provide information regarding damage sU.S.C.eptibility, crashworthiness, damage repair costs and vehicle operation costs.	Civil action by DOJ at request of DOT	Give reasonable notice. Privacy Act, FOIA and provisions of 18 U.S.C. 1905.	To ensure compliance with consumer information requirements relating to motor vehicles.
US Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. Chapter 325, Bumper Standards Section 32505. Information and compliance requirements	Agency may require manufacturer of passenger motor vehicles or equipment to provide information on bumper standards.	Civil action by DOJ at request of DOT.	Give reasonable notice, agency may require manufacturer to provide documents or make reports. Privacy Act, FOIA, and provisions of 18 U.S.C. 1905.	To ensure compliance with bumper standards established by this Chapter.
US Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. Chapter 327, Odometers Section32706	Agency may conduct investigations, conduct inspections or require reports dealing with motor vehicle odometers.	Civil action by DOJ at request of DOT	Given reasonable notice agency may enter premises, inspect records or require reports that relate to odometers of motor vehicles.	To ensure industry compliance with odometer standards.
US Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. Chapter 329, Automobile Fuel Economy Secti on 32910 Administrative	Agency may inspect and copy records, require reports and answers under oath.	Civil action by DOJ at request of DOT.	Given reasonable notice agency may enter premises, inspect records or require reports that relate to fuel standards.	To ensure industry compliance with automobile fuel economy standards.
US Department of Transportation Maritime Administration	Section 214 of the Merchant Marine Act, 1936, as amended, 46 App. U.S.C. 1124;46 CFR 201.121-127	MARAD is authorized to issue a subpoena and testificandum or subpoena duces tecum for the purpose of investigation which is necessary and proper in carrying out the Merchant Marine Act.	MARAD may invoke the aid of any district court of the Untied States within the jurisdiction in which the person resides or carries out business. A failure to obey an order of the court may be punished by the court as contempt.	No notification requirement but 46 CFR 201.124 provides for opportunity to request quashi ng of subpoena. Elicited information may be treated as confidential under 46 CFR 201.151.	Subpoena and testification -upon request of an interested party (46 CFR 201.121); subpoena duces tecum-not unreasonable, oppressive, excessive in scope or unduly burdensome (46 CFR 201.123)
US Department of Transportation Research and Special Programs Administration	Hazardous Materials Transportation Act as codified by P.L. 103-272 at 49 U.S.C. 5101, 5121. 49 C.F.R. 107.13, 107.305	To require the attendance of witnesses or the production of documentary or other tangible evidence, or both.	Civil action by DOJ at the request of DOT.	Service in person (or on a duly authorized representative) or by certified or registered mail. Agency may treat any document provided confidential after a request and showing that it is exempt from disclosure under FOIA or otherwise.	A showing that the information will materially advance a proceeding under, or a determination of compliance with, the hazardous material transportation law. Within 10 days a person receiving a subpoena may apply to quash or modify the subpoena.
US Department of Transportation Research and Special Programs Administration	Pipeline Safety Act as codified by P.L. 103-272 at 49 U.S.C. 60101, 60117 49 C.F.R. 190.7, 190.203	To require the attendance of witnesses or the producti on of documentary or other tangible evidenc e, or both.	Civil action by DOJ at the request of DOT.	Service in person (or on a duty authorized representative) or by certified or registered mail. Agency may treat any document provided confidential after request and showing it is exempt from disclosure under FOIA or otherwise.	A showing that the information will materially advance a proceeding or determine the appropriate action to be taken under the pipeline safety law. Within 10 days, a person receiving a subpoena may apply to quash or modify the subpoena.
US Department of Transportation Feder al Motor Carrier Safety Administration (designee of the Secretary)	49 U.S.C. §502	Grants FMCSA right to inquire into, and report on the management of the business of the motor carr ier; or a per son controlling, controlled by, or under common control with those carriers to the extent that the business of the person is related to the management of the business of that carrier; and obtain from those carriers and persons information the secretary determines to be necessary. FMCSA may subpoena witness and records related to a proceeding or investigation. FMCSA may take testimony of a witness by deposition and may order the witness to produce records.	If a witness does not obey a subpoena, the agency, or a party before the agency, may petition the district court to enforce the subpoena. The court can enforce a refusal to obey an order of the court as an contempt of court.	Reasonable notice must be given in writing before taking a deposition.	Notice shall state the name of the witness and the time and place of the deposition. Testimony taken under oath. Person taking the deposition shall prepare a transcript of the testimony taken. Transcript shall be subscribed by the deponent. Testimony of a witness who is in a foreign country may be taken by the FMCSA and filed promptly. Witness summoned before the agency is entitled to the same fees and mileage paid for those services in the courts of the U.S.
US Department of Transportation Feder al Motor Carrier Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. §504	Authorizes the Secretary to prescribe the for m and type of records to be maintained. Authorizes employees to inspect and copy records, and inspect the equipment of a carr ier, lessor , or association. Employees are also authorized to inspect and copy any record of a person controlling, controlled by, or under common control, with a carrier, if the secretary considers inspection relevant to that person’s relation to, or transaction with, that carrier.	Provides for a legal right of entry to permit an inspection, enforced by court of competent jurisdiction.	Secretary may prescr ibe the time period for records to be preserved. Report of an accident or of an investigation of the accident ca nnot be admitted as evidence or used in a civil action for damage s related to a matter mentioned in the re port or investigation. Courts have held that in closely regulated industries, there is a diminished expectation of privacy and warrantless searches within the trucking industry have been upheld and codified at section 504. Merely the showing of a legitimate investigatory purpose and the need to conduct the inspection is sufficient to warrant the issuance of an injunction mandating the inspection.	On demand and display of proper credentials, an employee may inspect records and equipment of a carr ier, lessor , or association. A contract for DOT has the same right of inspection of equipment and recor ds of a motor carrier as an FMCSA employee.
US Department of Transportation Feder al Motor Carrier Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. §507	Authorizes the Secretary to bring a civil enforcement action against a carrier to enforce chapter 5 and the regulations under it. The Attorney General is authorized to institute ac tions on request of the Secretary.	In a civil action under this provision, trial is in the judicial district where the carrier operates.	Process may be served without regard to territorial limits of the district or of the State in which the action is brought.	A person participating with the carrier in a violation can be joined in the civil act ion without regard to the residence of the person.
US Department of Transportation Feder al Motor Carrier Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. §523(c)	Prohibits an FMCSA employee who makes na inspection under §504 to knowingly discl ose information acquired during that inspection.	Subject to fines of not more than $500, imprisonment for not more than 6 months, or both.
US Department of Transportation Feder al Motor Carrier Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. §5121	Grants the Secretary authority to investigate, make reports, issue subpoenas, conduct hearings, require the reproduction of records and property, take depositions and conduct research, development, demonstration, and training activities, relating to the transportation of hazardous materials.	After notice and an opportuni ty for hearing, the Secr etar y may i ssue an order requiring compliance wth this chapter or a regulation prescribed in this chapter.	An officer or employee, or agent shall display proper credentials when requested Provides for notice and hearing.
US Department of Transportation Feder al Motor Carrier Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. §5122	The Attorney General may, upon the request of the Secretary, bring civil action an appropriate district court of the U.s. to enforce chapter 51 or a regulation prescribed or order issued under this chapter.
US Department of Transportation Feder al Motor Carrier Safety Administrat ion	49 U.S.C. §14122	Secretary can presc ribe the for m of records required to be compiled by carriers and brokers and may inspect them.	If violator refuses acce ss, ca nnot subpoena records. The enforcement mechanism would be to obtain an injunction in district court ordering production of records [49 U.S.C. 14701].	Upon the display of proper credentials, the Se cret ary or employee designee may inspect, copy, and examine any records, Lands, buildings, and equipment of a carrier or broker.	Time period of prese rvation of records is determine by the Secretary or designee.
US Department of Transportation Feder al Motor Carrier Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. §14702	This provision enables the Secretary to bring a civil action to enforce 49 U.S.C. §1410 3, or this par t, or a regulation or order of the Secretary when violated by a carrier or broker, or by a foreign motor carrier or foreign motor private carrier.	Trial is in the judicial district in which the carrier operates.	Process may be served without regard to the territorial limits of the district or State in which the action is instituted.	A person participating with a carrier in a violation can be joined in the civil act ion without regard to the residence of the person.
US Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. §14909	Criminal provision for failing to obey a subpoena or requirement of the Secretary to appear and testify or produce records.
US Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. §31133	Secretary may conduct inspections and investigations; compile statistics; make reports, issue subpoenas; require production of records and property; take depositions; hold hearings; prescribe record keeping and reporting requirements; conduct or make contracts for studies, development, testing, evaluation, and training; and perform other acts the Secretary considers appropriate.	Secretary may delegate to a State receiving a grant under section 31102 of this title those duties and powers related to enforcement (including conducting investigations) of this subchapter and regulations prescribed under this subchapter that the Secretary considers appropriate.		Secretary shall consult with employers and employees and their authorized representatives in connection with inspections and investigations and offer them a right of accompaniment.
US Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. §31143	§31143(a) requires the Secretary to conduct timely investigations of nonfrivolous written complaints alleging that a substantial violation of a regulation prescribed under this subchapter is occurring or has occurred within the prior 60 days.		Secretary required to give the compliant timely notice of the findings of the investigation. The Secretary may disclose the identity of a complaint only if disclosure is necessary to prosecute a violation. If disclosure is necessary, the Secretary shall take ever practical means within the Secretary’s authority to ensure that the complaint it not subject to harrassment, intimidation, disciplinary action, discrimination or financial loss because of disclosure.
US Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration	49 U.S.C. §31306(c)	Secretary is required to develop drug and alcohol testing requirements that promote, to the maximum extent practicable, individual privacy in the collection of specimens [§31306(c)(L)].		§31306(c)(7) provides for the confidentiality of test results and medical information (except information about alcohol or a controlled substance of employees, except that this clause does not prevent the use of test results for the orderly imposition of
				appropriate sanctions under this section. §31306(c)(8) ensures that employees are selected for tests by nondiscriminatory and impartial methods, so that no employee is harassed by being treated differently from other employees in similar circumstances.
Department of Transportation†	46 U.S.C. Appx § 1124	Creation and function of maritime agencies
Department of Transportation†	33 U.S.C. § 1907	Investigations in violation of the MARPOL protocol
Department of Veterans Affairs
Department of Veterans Affairs	38 U.S.C. §5711.		Order of U.S. District Court.	Right to Financial Privacy Act, 12 U.S.C. §§3401-3422.
Department of Veterans Affairs	Inspector General Act (P.L. 95-452); 5 U.S.C. App. §6(a)(4)		Order of U.S. District Court.	Right to Financial Privacy Act, 12 U.S.C. §§3401-3422.	Internal guidelines.
Environmental Protection Agency	Holds no administrative subpoena authority, excluding the Inspector General authority. No unique, agency-specific IG Act authority held.
Environmental Protection Agency	Federal Water Pollution Control Act (“Clean Water Act” or “CWA”), P.L. 92-500, as amended, 33 U.S.C. § 1318(a)(A), CWA § 308(a)(A).	Owner or operator of any point source may be required to: (i) establish and maintain records; (ii) make reports; (iii) install, use, and maintain monitoring equipment; (iv) sample effluents; and (v) provide such other information as EPA “may reasonably require.”	Negligent and knowing violations subject to criminal penalties (CWA § 309(c)(1-3)). Violations also subject to judicial civil penalties not to exceed $27,500 per day for each violation (CWA § 309(b), (d)). Violations also subject to administrative civil penalties not to exceed $11,000 per day up to $137,500 (CWA § 309(g)(1-2).	Information obtained under CWA § 308 is not publicly available if EPA determines “that records, reports, or information, or particular part thereof (other than effluent data), ... would divulge methods or processes entitled to protection as trade secrets....” (i.e. protected under Section 1905 of Title 18), CWA § 308(b).	EPA may require submission of this information whenever required to carry out the objective of this statute, including but not limi ted to: developing a limitation, prohibition or effluent standard, pretreatment standard or standard of performance; determining whether a person is in violation of such standard or limitation; any requirement under the statute; or carrying out specific listed provisions of the statute.
Environmental Protection Agency	Federal Water Pollution Control Act (“Clean Water Act” or “CWA”), P.L. 92-500, as amended, 33 U.S.C. § 1318(a)(B), CWA § 308(a)(B).	Authorizes EPA to have access to and copy records and inspect equipment required by CWA § 308(a)(A).	Negligent and knowing violations subject to criminal penalties (CWA § 309(c)(1-3)). Violations also subject to judicial civil penalties not to exceed $27,500 per day for each violation (CWA § 309(b), (d)). Violations also subject to administrative civil penalties not to exceed $11,000 per day up to $137,500 (CWA § 309(g)(1-2).	Information obtained under CWA § 308 is not publicly available if EPA determines “that records, reports, or information, or particular part thereof (other than effluent data), ... would divulge methods or processes entitled to protection as trade secrets....” (i.e. protected under Section 1905 of Title 18), CWA § 308(b).	EPA may require submission of this information whenever required to carry out the objective of this statute, including but not limited to: developing a limitation, prohibition or effluent standard, pretreatment standard or standard of performance; determining whether a person is in violation of such standard or limitation; any requirement under the statute; or carrying out specific listed provisions of the statute.
*Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement**	Federal Water Pollution Control Act (“Clean Water Act” or “CWA”), P.L. 92-500, as amended, 33 U.S.C. § 1319(g)(10), CWA § 309(g)(10).	EPA (and the U.S. Army Cor ps of Engineers) “may issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of relevant papers, books, or documents in connection with” administrative civil penalty hearings pursuant to CWA § 309(g).	Subpoenas may be issued by an Administrative Law Judge or other Presiding Officer (40 C.F.R. § 22.21(b)) and are enforceable through contempt proceedings in federal district court (CWA § 309(g)(10)).	Notice is provided prior to seeking federal court enforcement of the subpoena.	EPA (and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) may issue subpoena. Subpoenas may be issued by an Administrative Law Judge or other Presiding Officer (40 C.F.R. § 22.21(b)).
*Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement**	Oil Pollution Act/ Federal Water Pollution Control Act (“Clean Water Act” or “CWA”), P.L. 92-500, as amended, 33 U.S.C. § 1321(b)(6)(I), CWA § 311(b)(6)(I).	EPA (and the U.S. Coast Guard) “may issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of relevant papers, books, or documents in connection with” administrative civil penalty hearings pursuant to CWA § 311(b)(6).	Subpoenas may be issued by an Administrative Law Judge or other Presiding Officer (40 C.F.R. § 22.21(b)) and are enforceable through contempt proceedings in federal district court (CWA § 309(b)(6)(I)).	Notice is provided prior to seeking federal court enforcement of the subpoena.	EPA (and the U.S. Coast Guard) may issue subpoena. Subpoenas may be issued by an Administrative Law Judge or other Presiding Officer (40 C.F.R. § 22.21(b)).
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Public Health Service Act (“Safe Drinking Water Act” or “SDWA”), P.L. 93-523, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 300j4(a)(1)(B), SDWA § 1445(a)(1)(B).	To determine compliance with the SDWA, “[e]very person who is subject to a national primary drinking water regulation” may be required to “provide such information as [EPA] may reasonably require.”	Failure or refusal to comply with a requirement under this provision is subject to a judicial civil penalty not to exceed $27,500 (SDWA § 1445(c)). Any person who violates, or fails or refuses to comply with an administrative order requiring compliance with SDWA § 1445 is subject to administrative civil penalties of not more than $25,000 per day of violation (SDWA § 1414(g)(3)).	Consultation with State required if State has primary enforcement responsibility (SDWA § 1445(a)(1)(B)). Information obtained under SDWA § 1445 is not publicly available if EPA determines that the information “would divulge trade secrets or secret processes.” (SDWA § 1445(d)).	Information may be requested, on a case-by-case basis, to determine compliance with the statute.
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Public Health Service Act (“Safe Drinking Water Act” or “SDWA”), P.L. 93-523, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 300j4(a)(1)(C), SDWA § 1445(a)(1)(C).	To assist EPA in developing national drinking water regulations, “[e]very person who is subject to a national primary drinking water regulation” may be required to “provide such information as [EPA] may reasonably require.” Before exercising this authority, EPA must “seek to obtain the information by voluntary submission” (SDWA § 1445(c)).	Failure or refusal to comply with a requirement under this provision is subject to a judicial civil penalty not to exceed $27,500 (SDWA § 1445(c)). Any person who violates, or fails or refuses to comply with an administrative order requiring compliance with SDWA § 1445 is subject to administrative civil penalties of not more than $25,000 per day of violation (SDWA § 1414(g)(3)).	Consultation with suppliers of water and State (if State has primary enforcement responsibility) is required (SDWA § 1445(a)(1)(C)). Information obtained under SDWA § 1445 is not publicly available if EPA determines that the information “would divulge trade secrets or secret processes.” (SDWA § 1445(d)).	Information may be requested to assist the Administrator in developing regulations.
Environmental Protection Agency	Public Health Service Act (“Safe Drinking Water Act”	Authorizes EPA to inspect, audit, and examine certain	Failure or refusal to allow EPA to exercise this	Before exercising this authority, EPA must provide written	May exercise this authority to determine
Office of Regulatory Enforcement	or “SDWA”), P.L. 93-523, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 300j4(b)(1), SDWA § 1445(b)(1).	records, files, reports, records, etc. possessed by “any supplier of water or other person subject to (A) a national primary drinking water regulation,... (B) an applicable underground injection control progr am, or (C) a requirement to monitor an unregulated contaminant pursuant to [SDWA § 1445(a)], or person in charge of the property....”	authority is subject to a judicial civil penalty not to exceed $27,500 (SDWA § 1445(c)). Any person who violates, or fails or refuses to comply with an administrative order requiring compliance with SDWA § 1445 is subject to administrative civil penalties of not more than $25,000 per day of violation (SDWA § 1414(g)(3)).	notice to the supplier of water or other person and to the State (if the State has primary enforcement responsibility) (SDWA § 1414(b)(12)). Information obtained under SDWA § 1445 is not publicly available if EPA determines that the information “would divulge trade secrets or secret processes.” (SDWA § 1445(d)).	compliance, and to examine/audit records of a grantee which are required to be maintained or which are pertinent to any financial assistance under the subchapter.
*Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement**	Underground Injection Control (“UIC”) Public Health Service Act (“Safe Drinking Water Act” or “SDWA”), P.L. 93-523, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 300h2(c)(8), SDWA § 1423(c)(8).	EPA may issue subpoenas “compelling attendance and testimony of witnesses and subpoenas duces tecum,” in connection with administrative hearings pursuant to SDWA § 1423(c).	Subpoenas may be issued by an Administrative Law Judge or other Presiding Officer (40 C.F.R. § 22.21(b)) and are enforceable (with sanctions) in federal district court (SDWA § 1423 (c)(8)).		Subpoenas may be issued in connection with administrative proceedings under Section 1423.
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (“MPRSA”), P.L. 92532, Title I, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 1414(e), MPRSA § 104(e).	EPA (or the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) may require MPRSA permit applicants “to provide such information as [EPA or the Corps] may consider necessary to review and evaluate such application” (MPRSA § 104(e)).
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Shore Protection Act (“SPA”) P.L. 100-688, as amended, 33 U.S.C. § 2606.	EPA (and the U.S. Dept. of Transportation) may issue subpoenas compelling “the attendance and testimony of witnesses, including parties in interest, and the production of any evidence....” (SPA § 2606(a)).	Subpoenas under this section are enforceable (with contempt sanctions if a court order is disobeyed) in federal district court (SPA § 2606(c)).
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Solid Waste Disposal Act, 42 U.S.C.A. 6901 to 6992K, (also cited as Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; includes amendments in 1996, 1992, 1988, 1984, 1980, 1976); § 7001(e), 42 U.S.C. 6971(e)	Authorizes EPA to require persons to present information in connection with EPA's investigati on of employment shifts and losses allegedly attributable to the administration or enforcement of RCRA (including individual allegations of discharge, layoff or discrimination)	No specific enforcement authority in RCRA
Environmental Protection Agency	Solid Waste Disposal Act, 42 U.S.C.A. 6901 to 6992K, (also cited as Resource Conservation and	Section 3007(a) authorizes any officer, employee or representative of EPA duly designated by the	EPA issues information request letters under RCRA § 3007(a). RCRA § 3008(a); 42 U.S.C. §	Section 3007(b) states that all records, reports or information obtained shall be available to
Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Recovery Act; includes amendments in 1996, 1992, 1988, 1984, 1980, 1976); Section 3007, 42 U.S.C. 6927	Administrator, or any duly designated officer, employee or representative of a State having an authorized hazardous waste program to: request information from any person who generates, stores, treats, transports, disposes of, or otherwise handles or has handled hazardous waste; enter any place where hazardous wastes have been or are generated, stored, treated, disposed of, or transported from; and to copy all records relating to such wastes; to inspect and obtain samples of such wastes and samples of any containers or labeling for such wastes.	6928(a) authorizes enforcement by EPA for failure to provide a complete and truthful response to an information request, subjecting respondent to $27,500 in penalties per day of noncompliance for each violation.	the public, except on a showing by the person that if made public such information would divulge information entitled to protection under se ction 1905 of Title 18. If that showing is made, the information will be treated as confidential except that it may be disclosed to other U.S. employees carrying out this statute. See RCRA § 3007(b) and 40 C.F.R. 260.2
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Solid Waste Disposal Act, 42 U.S.C.A. 6901 to 6992K, (also cited as Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; includes amendments in 1996, 1992, 1988, 1984, 1980, 1976); Section 7003, 42 U.S.C. 6973	Authorizes EPA to issue orders as “may be necessary to protect public health and the environment” including ordering: (a) sampling, testing, and analysis; and (2) monitoring, (3) submission of reports on above activities and on progress of cleanup.	Authorizes enforcement in judicial civil action brought by EPA for willful violation, failure or refusal to comply with EPA order. Subjects violator to judicial civil penalty of $5,500 per day of violation.	Requires public meeting and opportunity to comment whenever US or EPA proposes to settle any claim arising under RCRA §7003, 42 U.S.C. § 6873	After EPA determines that the handling, storage, treatment, transportation or disposal of any solid or hazardous waste may present an imminent and substantial endangerment, EPA may issue orders as “may be necessary to protect human health and the environment.”
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Solid Waste Disposal Act, 42 U.S.C.A. 6901 to 6992K, (also cited as Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; includes amendments in 1996, 1992, 1988, 1984, 1980, 1976); § 3013(a), 42 U.S.C. 6934(a)	Authorizes EPA to require persons to require owner or operator of a facility or site to: (1) make reports; (2) conduct monitoring and testing; and (3) conduct analyses as EPA deems “reasonable to ascertain the nature and extent” of a hazard.	EPA issues orders under RCRA § 7003(a), 42 U.S.C. § 6934(a). Violations subject to judicial civil penalties not to exceed $5,500 per day during which person fails or refuses to comply with EPA order under RCRA § 3013(e), 42 U.S.C. 6934(e).		EPA may require submission of information upon determination that: (1) the presence of any hazardous waste at a facility or site where it is, or has been stored, treated, or disposed of, or (2) the release of any such waste from such a facility or site, “may present a substantial hazard to human health or the environment.”
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement	SWDA, also known as RCRA (same cite as above); Section 9005, 42 U.S.C. 6991d	Section 9005 authorizes any officer, employee or representative of EPA duly designated by the Administrator, or any duly designated officer, employee or representative of a State acting pursuant to Section 9003b(h)(7) or with an approved program to request information from any owner or operator of an underground storage tank (UST) relating to such tank, their associated equipment, and their contents; to enter any establishment or other place where an UST is located; to inspect and obtain samples of any regulated substances contained in such tank; to conduct monitoring and sampling of the tanks, associated equipme nt, contents or surrounding soils, air, surface wate r or groundwater; and to take corrective action. This authority also authorizes EPA to request the owner/operator to conduct monitoring or testing and permit EPA access to copy recor ds and ha ve acce ss for corrective action.	Failure to comply may result in EPA issuing an order for compliance.	Information obtained shall be available to the public, except on a showing by the person that if made public such information would divulge information entitled to protection under se ction 1905 of Title 18. If that showing is made, the information will be treated as confidential except that it may be disclosed to other U.S. employees carrying out this statute. information will be treated as confidential except that it may be disclosed to other U.S. employees carrying out this statute.	Information may be requested for the purposes of developing or assisting in the development of any regulation; conducting a study; taking corrective action; or enforcing provisions of the statute.
Environmental Protection Agency	Comprehensive Environmental	CERCLA 104(e) authorizes the	EPA may (pursuant to CERCLA	A recipient of a 104(e)(2) request is	EPA can exercise these authorities only
Office of Site Remediation Enforcement U.S. EPA	Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA, also known as “Superfund”), P.L. 99-499, 42 U.S.C. 9604(e)	President to require persons to furnish, upon reasonable notice , infor mation or document s relating to: the identification, nature , and qua ntity of materials which have been or are generated, stored, or di sposed of at a vessel or facility; the nature or extent of a release or threatened release of a hazardous substance or pollutant or conta minant at or from a vessel or facility; or information relating to the ability of a per son to pay for or to perform a cleanup.	104(e)(5)(A)) issue an order directing compliance with the request. Under CERCLA 104(e)(5)(B), the President may ask the Attorney General to commence a civil action to compel compliance with a 104(e )(2) r equest or 104(e)(5)(A) order. Where there is a reasonable basis to believe that there may be a rele ase or threat of a r elea se of a hazardous substance or pollutant or contaminant, the court shall enjoin interference with such re quests or orders or direct compliance with such requests or orders unless under the circumstances of the case the demand for information or documents is arbitrary and capricious, an abuse of discretion, or otherwise not in accordance with law. The court may assess a civil penalty not to exceed $27,500 for each day of noncompliance against any person who unreasonably fails to comply with a request or order.	not required to furnish information unless EPA has provided “reasonable notice.” Similarly, EPA may issue an order pursuant to CERCLA 104(e)(5)(A) “after such notice and opportuni ty for consultation as is reasonably appropriate under the circumstances.” Considered public information unless party can make a showing that is satisfactory to the President that the information is protected under 1905 of Title 18 or other applicable statutes. Speci fic informat ion as listed in 104(e )(7)(F) is not protected from public release.	for the purposes of determining the need for re sponse, or choosing or taking any re sponse a ction under CERCLA, or otherwise enforcing the pr ovisions of CERCLA. EPA can only request information from a person “who has or may have information rele vant to” one of the prescribed categories. EPA’s ability to obtain financial information about a PRP from a source other than a PRP itself is limited by the Right to Financial Privacy Act, 12 U.S.C. 3401, et. seq.
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Site Remediation Enforcement U.S. EPA	Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA, also known as “Superfund”), P.L. 99-499, 42 U.S.C. 9610(e)	Authorizes EPA to require persons to present information in connection with EPA's investigati on of employment shifts and losses allegedly attributable to the administration or enforcement of CERCLA (including individual allegations of discharge, layoff or discrimination)	No specific enforcement authority in CERCLA.
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Site Remediation Enforcement U.S. EPA	Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA, also known as “Superfund”), P.L. 99-499, 42 U.S.C. 9622(e)(3)(B)	CERCLA 122(e)(3)(B) provides that the President may by subpoena require the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of reports, papers, documents, answers to questions, and other information that the Preside nt deems necessary.	If a respondent to such a subpoena refuses to appear to testify or provide documentary evidence, or refuses to answer any or all of the questions put to him, EPA may commence enforcement proceedings in U.S. district court. The statute provides that in the event of contumacy or failure or refusal of any person to obey any such subpoena, any district court of the United States in which venue is proper shall have jurisdiction to order any such person to comply with such subpoena. Any failure to obey such an order of the court is punishable by the court as a contempt thereof.	EPA can exercise this authority only in order to “collect information necessary or appropriate for performing the allocation under” CERCLA 122(e)(3)(A) “or for otherwise implementing” CERCLA section 122 (which relates to CERCLA settlements).
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA, also known as “Superfund”), P.L. 99-499, 42 U.S.C. 9609(a)(5) and 9609(b).	CERCLA 109(a)(5) and 109(b) authorize the Presi dent to issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documents and in connection with hearings on admini strat ive penal ties proposed for violations enumerated in Sec. 109(a)(1)(A) (E), (b)(1)-(5).	If a respondent to such a subpoena refuses to appear to testify or provide documentary evidence, or refuses to answer any or all of the questions put to him, EPA may commence enforcement proceedings in U.S. district court. The statute provides that in the event of contumacy or failure or refusal of any person to obey any such subpoena, any district court of the United States in which venue is proper shall have jurisdiction to order any such person to comply with such subpoena. Any failure to obey such an order of the court is punishable by the court as a contempt thereof.	Notice is provided prior to seeking enforcement of a subpoena.	EPA can exercise these authorities for the purpose of obtaining testimony and documentation relevant to issues in hearings on admini strat ive penalties proposed for violations of CERCLA 103.
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Section 11(c) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), 15 U.S.C. 2610(c), Public Law 94-469 (October 11, 1976), and 40 C.F.R. 750.5.	Authorizes Administrator of EPA to issue subpoenas to require attendance and testimony of witnesses and/or production of reports, documents, answers to questions, and other infor mation Administrator deems necessary for carrying out Administrator's responsibilities under TSCA.	If there is noncompliance with a subpoena, United States can go to US District Court to get order requiring compliance. Failure to comply with District Court order is subject to contempt of court.	None in statute or regulations, although information provided under subpoena could be entitled to protection as confidential business information under TSCA section 14 (15 U.S.C. 2613). (Information provided under subpoena is entitled to same level of protection under section 14 as any other material provided to EPA pursuant to TSCA.)	For purposes of carrying out the statute.
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Air Pollution Prevention and Control; Section 114 of the Clean Air Act (CAA), 42 U.S.C. §7414, Pub.L. 91-604	The Administrator may require a person who owns or operates any emission source, who manufactures emissi on control equipment or process equipment, who the Administrator believes may have information necessary for the purposes set forth in this subsection, or who is subject to any requirement of this statute, with one exception, on a onetime, periodic, or continuous basis to establish and maintain records; make reports; keep records; submit compliance certifications; and provide such other information as the Administrator may reasonably require.	EPA may enter the facility at reasonable times, upon showing proper credentials, to inspect records. EPA may issue a compliance order if information request is not responded to. EPA may also issue civil penalties and seek a subpoena to compel production of the documents.	Records are available to the public except upon a showing satisfactory to the Administrator that they are protected under Section 1905 of Title 18.	For the purposes of developing or assisting in development of any implementation plan, standard of performance, or emission standard under specific provisions of the statute; for the purpose of development of any regulation under speci fic pr ovisions of the statute; for determining compliance with any of these standards or requirements; or carrying out any provision of this statute, except for a provisi on of subchapter II with respe ct to a manufacturer of new motor vehicle s or engines.
Environmental Protection Agency	Air Pollution Prevention and Control; Section 208 of the Clean Air Act, 42 U.S.C. §7542,	Every manufacturer of new motor vehicles or new motor vehicle engines, engine parts or components, and	EPA may enter the facility at reasonable times, upon showing proper credentials, to inspect records.	Records are available to the public except upon a showing satisfactory to the Administrator that	Information that the Administrator may reasonably require to determine whether the person is in
Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Pub.L. 89-272	persons subject to the requirements of this part or subpart C of this subchapter, shall establish and maintain records and provide information the Administrator may reasonably require to determine whether the person is in compliance or to otherwise carry out the provision of this part and part C.	EPA may issue civil penalties and seek injunctive relief to compel production of the required information.	they are protected under Section 1905 of Title 18.	compliance or to other wise carry out the provision of this part and part C.
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Air Pollution Prevention and Control; Sect ion 321(b) of the Clean Air Act, 42 U.S.C. §7621(b), Pub.L. 89272	Authorizes EPA to require persons to present information in connection with EPA's invest igati on of employment shifts and losses allegedly attributable to the administration or enforcement of CAA (including individual alle gations of discharge, layoff or discrimination)	No specific enforcement authority in CAA
Environmental Protection Agency Office of Regulatory Enforcement	Sec. 307(a) of the Clean Air Act, 42 U.S.C. 7607, Pub.L. 89-272.	The Administ rator may issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of relevant papers, books, and documents, and he may administer oaths.	Power to subpoena witnesses and to issue subpoenas duces tecum.	Except for emission data, upon a showing satisfactory to the Administrator by such owne r or operator that such papers, books, documents, or information or particular part thereof, if made public, would divulge trade secrets or secret processes of such owner or operator, the Administrator shall consider such record, report, or information or particular portion thereof confidential in accordance with the purposes of section 1905 of title 18 of the United States Code, except that such paper, book, document, or information may be disclosed to other officers, employees, or authorized representatives of the United States concerned with carrying out this Act, to persons carrying out the National Academy of Sciences' study and investigati on provided for in section 202(c) [42 U.S.C. § 7521(c)], or when relevant in any proceeding under this Act.	Subpoenas may be issued only in connection with any determination under section 110(f) [42 U.S.C. § 7410(f)], or for purposes of obtaining information under se ction 202(b)(4) or 211(c)(3) [42 U.S.C. §§ 7521(b)(4) or 7545(c)(3)], [or] any investigation, monitoring, reporting requirement, entry, compliance inspection, or administrative enforcement proceeding under the Act (including but not limited to section 113, section 114, section 120, section 129, section 167, section 205, section 206, section 208, section 303, or section 306 [42 U.S.C. §§ 7413, 7414, 7420, 7429, 7477, 7524, 7525, 7542, 7603, or 7606].
Environmental Protection Agency	Sec. 12 of Noise Control Act, 42 U.S.C. 4912, 4915	Authority to collect information from manufacturer of regulated products “as may be reasonably required” to determine whether manufacturer is in compliance with Noise Control Act	Statute provides no explicit enforcement mechanism, but does provide penalties of up to $10,000 and imprisonme nt for up to six months for false submissions or tampering with required monitoring device.	Confidential business information is explicitly protected as provided in 18 U.S.C. 1905.	None
*Environmental Protection Agency Office of General Counsel Pesticides and Toxic Substances Law Office**	Section 6(d) of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, 7 U.S.C. 136d(d), Pub.L. 92-516, 86 Stat. 984, and 40 C.F.R. 164.70.	The Administrative Law Judge presiding in a publ ic hearing on EPA decisions to cancel, suspend, or deny r egist ration or change the classification of a pesticide product may issue a subpoena to compel testimony or production of documents from any person.	Subpoena may be enforced by an appropriate United States district court.	The Administ rative Law Judge shall be guided by the principles of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure in making any order for the protection of the witness or the content of documents produced and shall order the payment of reasonable fees and expenses as a condition to requiring testimony of the witness.	Subpoenas may be issued only upon determination by the Administrative Law Judge (1) that such discovery shall not in any way unreasonably delay the proceeding, (2) that the information to be obtained is not otherwise obtainable and (3) that such information has significant proba tive value. The Administrative Law Judge shall be guided by the principles of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure in making any order for the protection of a witness or the content of the documents produced.
Environmental Protection Agency Office of General Counsel Pesticides and Toxic Substances Law Office	Section 408(g)(2)(B) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, 21 U.S.C. 346a(g)(2)(B) as amende d by the Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA) of 1996, Pub.L. 104-170	Presiding officer in public hearings on EPA decisions to establish, modify, suspend or revoke a toler ance or exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for a pesticide chemical residue in food or feed may issue a subpoena to compel test imony or production of documents from any person.	Subpoena may be enforced by a federal district court.	The presiding officer shall be governed by the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure in making any order for the protection of the witness or the content of documents produced and shall order the payment of reasonable fees and expenses as a condition to requiring testimony of the witness.	The presiding officer shall be governed by the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure in making any order for the protection of the witness or the content of documents produced and shall order the payment of reasonable fees and expenses as a condition to requiring testimony of the witness.
Environmental Protection Agency†	42 U.S.C. § 11045	Toxic Substances Control Act - in any proceeding for the assessment of a civil penalty
Environmental Protection Agency†	42 U.S.C. § 14304	Management of rechargeable batteries and batteries containing mercury generally
Environmental Protection Agency†	33 U.S.C. § 1369	State reports on water quality & discrimination against persons filing, instituting, or testifying in proceedings under this chapter prohibited.
Environmental Protection Agency†	42 U.S.C. § 300h-2	Safety of public water systems and protection of underground sources of drinking water
Export-Import Administration	Holds no administrative subpoena authority, excluding IG authority. No unique, agency-specific authority under the IG Act.
Farm Credit Administration
Farm Credit Administration Office of Inspector General	Inspector General Act of 1978, P.L. 95452, 5 U.S.C. app.	Administrative subpoena	United States district court enforcement.		Department of Justice Monograph.
Farm Credit Administration	Farm Credit Act of 1971, as amended, Pub. L. 92-181, Title V, § 5.37, as added	In connection with any enforcement proceeding or examination or	FCA may enforce a subpoena or a subpoena duces tecum in the United	The FCA may serve a subpoena by personal service or certified mail with a return	In an administrative hearing, the presiding officer may require FCA to show the
Office of Inspector General Farm Credit Administration	Pub. L. 99-205, Title II, §204, Dec. 23, 1985, 99 Stat. 1702, and amended Pub. L. 100-233, Title VIII §805(ee). Jan. 6, 1988, 101 Stat. 1717 12 U.S.C. §2273. 12 C.F.R. Part 622.	investigation under the Farm Credit Act, the FCA or its designated representative has the power to issue, revoke, quash or modify subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum.	States District Court for the District of Columbia, or the United States district court for the judicial district or the United States court in any territory in which the proceeding is being conducted. Such courts have jurisdiction and power to order and require compliance with the subpoena. Any person who willfully fails to comply with a subpoena shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be subject to a fine or not more than $1,000 or to imprisonment for a term of not more than one year, or both.	receipt to the last know address of the person. 12 C.F.R §§622.9 and 622.106. Unless ordered by the FCA Board or required by law, the entire record of any administrative hearing is for the confidential use only of the FCA and its staff, the presiding officer, the parties, and other appropriate supervisory authorities and shall not be public. 12 C.F.R. § 622.20. All information, documents, or testimony that the FCA obtains in the course of a formal Investigation is confidential. 12 C.F.R. §622.103.	general relevance and reasonable scope of the testimony or other evidence sought as a condition precedent to issuing the subpoena. 12 C.F.R. §622.9. Any person to whom a subpoena is directed may apply to quash or modify the subpoena both in an administrative hearing and a formal investigation. The presiding officer, FCA representative, or the FCA Board may deny the application or, after notice to the party that issued the subpoena and after affording that party an opportunity to reply, may quash or modify the subpoena or impose reasonable conditions. 12 C.F.R. §§ 622.9 and 622.106.
Federal Communications Commission
Federal Communications Commission	Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. §151 et seq. 47 U.S.C § 409(e) 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.331 et seq. 47 C.F.R. §§ 0.10(k), 0.11(k)	Production of information and documents related to agency implementation and enforcement of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, and orders, rules and regulations of the agency. The federal courts have recognized the broad administrative subpoena authority of the Commission. See, e.g., Schrieber v. FCC, 201 F. Supp. 421 (S.D. Calif. 1962), modified and aff’d., FCC v. Schrieber, 329 F. 2d 517 (d.C. Cir. 1964); aff’d., FCCv. Schrieber, 381 U.S. 279, (1965); FCC v. Cohn, 154 F. Supp. 899 (S.D.N.Y. 1957).	U.S. district courts have authority to enforce a Commission administrative subpoena pursuant to 47 U.S.C. § 409(g).	All applicable laws, including subpoena rules 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.331 et seq., an confidentiality/FOIA rules, 47 C.F.R. §§ 0.441 et seq.	Discr etion of authorized Commission personnel, subject to requirement in the case of certain personnel that no administrative subpoena may issue without the prior approval of the Commission’s Office of General Counsel See 47 C.F.R. §§ 1.331 et seq. (Issuance by Commissioners and by ALJs in hearing cases) 47 C.F.R. §§ 0.101(k), 0.111(k) (certain offices and bureaus must obtain prior OGC approval of any subpoena issuance).
Federal Communications Commission	Inspector General Act, 5 U.S.C. app. § 6	Production of information and documents related to agency programs/operations from entitites/persons other than federal agencies	U.S. district courts	All applicable laws.
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation FCIC Compliance and Enforcement Section	Section 10(c) and 8(n) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDI Act), 12 U.S.C. §§1820(c) and 1818(n); 12 U.S.C. §§821(d)(2)(I)(i) and 823(d)(3)(A), Pub. L. 89-695.	Administrative subpoena authority.	8(n) District court enforcement and criminal penalties.	The FDIC’s use and dissemination of subpoenaed information is subject to various laws including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, the Privacy Act and the Trade Secrets Act.	Procedures applicable to section 10(c) investigations, 12 C.F.R. § 308.144-150 (2001).
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Deputy Counsel to the Inspector General	The Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the FDIC is authorized to issue administrative subpoenas pursuant to the Inspector General (IG) Act of 1978, as amended, 5 U.S.C. app. 3 (2001).	The FDIC is authorized to subpoena all information and documentary evidence necessary in the performance of the functions assigned by the IG Act.	In the case of refusal to obey, the OIG enforces subpoenas through actions brought in U.S. district court.	The OIG’s use and dissemination of subpoenaed information is subject to various laws including the Right to Financial Privacy Act, the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, the Freedom of Information Act, and the Privacy Act.	The FDIC OIG has established a policy governing requests for and the issuance of administrative subpoenas, FDIC OIG Policy 110.6 (May 1999).
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (Resolution Trust Corporation)†	12 U.S.C. § 1821(l)	Only w/ approval from the Board or their designees; The Corporation may, as conservator, receiver, or exclusive manager and for purposes of carrying out any power, authority, or duty with respect to an insured depository institution, exercise any power authorized under section 1818(n) of this title (including subpoena authority)
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation†	12 U.S.C. § 1829b	Recordkeeping provision has been interpreted to allow subpoenas.
Federal Election Comm ission
Federal Election Commission	Subpoenas for desposition and document production and orders to submit written answers. Federal Election Campaign Act Amendments of 1974, Pub. L. No. 93443, § 208(a), 88 Stat. 1263, 1282(1974)(amending Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971, §311, Pub. L. No. 93-443,) codified at 2 U.S.C. §437d(a)(1)-(4); See also 11 C.F.R, §§ 111.11 - 111.15, 9007.1(b)(1)(v), & 9038.1(b)(1)(v).	The Commission may authorize its Chairman or Vice Chairman to issue an order requring any person to submit sworn written answers to written questions. 2 U.S.C. §437d(a)(1); 11 C.F.R. § 111.11. The Commission may also compel deposition testimony and the production of evidence relating to the execution of the Commission’s duties. 2 U.S.C. §437d(a)(3),(4); & 11 C.F.R. § 111.12.	For refusals to obey any order or subpoena, the Commission may petition a United States district court seeking a court order that requires compliance. 2 U.S.C. § 437d(b).	Subpoenas that seek financial information may be subject to the Right to Financial Privacy Act of 1978, Pub. L. No. 95-630-, 92 Stat. 3697 (1978). Pursuant to the Privacy Act of 1974, Pub. L. No. 93-579, 88 Stat. 1896 (1974), the Commission published its System of Records at 62 Fed. Reg. 65, 694 (1997), which permits release of all records to the public once the case has closed, with the exception of those records that are exempt from disclosure by the Freedom of Information Act. The System of Records is currently under review for potential revisions.	The Commi ssion reviews the content of subpoenas and orders and votes to approve their issuance. Motions to quash or modify subpoenas are also considered by the Commission. 11 C.F.R. § 111.15.
Federal Election Commission	Inspector General subpoenas. Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended, Pub.L. No, 95-452, 92 Stat. 1101 (1978) codified at 5 U.S.C. app. 3, §6(a)(4).	Essentially a subpoena duces tecum for all documentary evidence necessary for the performance of the functions assigned under the IG Act.	For refusals to obey an IG Subpoena, the IG may petition a United States district court seeking a court order that requires compliance. 5 U.S.C. app. 3, §6(a)(4).	Same as Federal Election Commission process above, except under the System of Records, response to IG subpoenas are not publicly released.	The scope of IG subpoenas and methods of service are promulgated in 13 C.F.R. §§ 101.302101.303. Internal standards and procedures have been issued in an FEC OIG manual.
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Federal Emergency Management Agency	Section 6(a)(4) of the Inspector General Act of 1978. (Exercises authority similar to those of other Inspec tor Generals under the Act.)
Federal Housing Finance Board
Federal Housing Finance Board	The source of authority for the subpoena power of the Federal Housing Finance Board (Finance Board) is section 2B(a)(5) of the Federal Home Loan Bank Act (Act), 12 U.S.C. § 1422b(a)(5), as amende d by sec tion 606 of the Federal Home Loan Bank System Moder nization Ac t of 1999 ( Moder nization Act), Title VI of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, Pub. Law No. 106-102, 113 Stat. 1338 (Nov. 12, 1999). Section 2B(a)(5) of the Act confers on the Finance Board the same administrative enforcement powers with respect to the twelve Federal Home Loan Banks (12 Banks) and the Office of Finance, and their executive officers and directors, as those granted to the Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight (OFHEO) with respect to the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae), the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac), or their directors or executive officers, under sections 13711379B of Title XIII of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992, known as the Federal Housing Enterprises Financial Safety and Soundness Act of 1992. Pub. Law No. 102-550, Title XIII, §§ 13711379B, 106 Stat. 3986 - 3994 (Oct. 28, 1992) (Safety and Soundness Act). See 12 U.S.C. §§ 46314641. The Finance Board has not yet adopted any rules implementing the statutory provisions, but has a proposed rule outstanding that addresses, among other things, the agency’s subpoena authority. See 65 Fed. Reg. 78994 (Dec. 18, 1999) (proposed rule) (to be codified at 12 CFR Part 908).	Section 2B(a)(5) of the Act incorporates by reference the subpoena authority in section 1379B of the Safety and Soundness Act, see 12 U.S.C. § 4641. Under that authority and sec tion 2B(a)(7) of the Act, the Finance Board’ s proposed rule provides that in the course of or in connection with an admi nistrativ e enforc eme n t proceeding, the Finance Board shall have the authority to administer oaths and affirmations, to take and pre serve testimony under oath, to issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum, and to revoke, quash, or modify subpoenas and subpoenas ducestecum. The attendance of witnesses and the produ cti on o f documents provided for in this section may be required from any place in any State at any designated place where such proceeding is being conducted.	Under the Act, the Finance Board may file an action in the United States district court for the judicial district where the proceeding is being conducted or where the witness resides, or in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, for enforcement of any subpoena or subpoena duces tecum issued pursuant to section 2B(a)(5). See 12 U.S.C. §§ 1422b(a)(5) and (a)(7). Such courts shall have jurisdiction over such actions and power to order and require compliance with such subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum. See 12 U.S.C. § 4641(c). The proposed rule sets out this authority. See 12 CFR § 908.8, 65 Fed. Reg. 78994, 79000. The proposed rule also establishes procedures for the issuance and enforcement of subpoenas, including: failure to appear at a proceeding (§ 908.9(a)(4)); authority of the presiding officer to issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum (§908.21(b)(5)); service of subpoenas (§ 908.26(d)); witnesses fees and expenses (§ 908.29); no discovery of privileged matter (§ 908.46(d)); motions to compel document discovery from parties (§ 908.47(f)); issuance of protective orders (§ 908.47(g)); enforcement of discovery subpoenas (§ 908.7(h)); document subpoenas to non-parties (§ 908.48), and issuance and enforcement of subpoenas requiring attendance at a deposition in lieu of appearance at a hearing (§ 908.49)). See 65 Fed. Reg. 78994 ff.	The Finance Board’s subpoena authority only extends to the 12 Bank s, the Office of Finance, and to persons who are executive officer s or directors of a Bank or the Office of Finance, in connection with an enforcement proceeding under section 2B(a)(5) of the Act. Apart from this specific authority, the Finance Board does not have authority to subpoena the financial recor ds of any private citizen. The subpoena provisions in the proposed rule would allow for adequate notice to a Bank, the Office of Finance, or any executive officer or director of a Bank or the O ffice of Finance. The Finance Board’s civil administrative subpoenas are not self-enforcing and, as stated, the Finance Board has the authority under the Act to seek enforcement of such subpoenas in an appropriate district court, as set forth in the rule.	The proposed rule contains provisions addressing the requirements for the issuance of subpoenas or subpoenas duces tecum, but the Finance Board has not yet adopted a final rule on these matters.
Federal Maritime Comm ission
Federal Maritime Commission	Subpoena in investigations and adjudicatory proceedings (Shipping Act of 1984, as amended;	In investigations and adjudications under the Shipping Act, the Commission may compel attendance of witnesses and	In case of refusal to obey, the Attorney General at the request of the Commission may seek enforcement by	Notice and opportunity for hearing are required prior to suspension of a tariff, , or request to the Secretary of	A presiding officer may require the party seeking a subpoena to show the relevance and scope where it appears that such
	Pub. L. 105-258; 46 U.S.C. app. § 1711(a)(2); 46 C.F.R. §502.131.)	production of evidence.	a U.S. district court. 46 U.S.C. app. § 1713(c). In addition, the Commission may suspend a common carrier’s tariff or use of a tariff for failure to supply information. 46 U.S.C. app. § 1713(b)(2). Additional penalties of up to $50,000 per shipment may apply to carriers who operate under such a suspended tariff. 46 U.S.C. app. § 1713(b)(3). The Commission may also request that the vessels of such carrier be refused clearance by the Secretary of the Treasury. 46 U.S.C. app. § 1713(b)(4). Such orders are subject to the disapproval of the President. 46 U.S.C. app. § 1712(b).	Treasury. 46 U.S.C. app. § 1712(b)(2) & (3).	subpoena may be “unreasonable, oppressive, excessive in scope, or unduly burdensome.” 46 C.F.R. §502.131.
Federal Maritime Commission	Section 15 reports (Shipping Act of	The Commission may require any common	In case of refusal to obey, the Attorney
	1984, 46 U.S.C. app. § 1714)	carrier to file “any periodical or special report or any account, record, rate or charge, or memorandum of any facts and transactions appertaining to the business of that common carrier.”	General at the request of the Commission may seek enforcement by a U.S. district court. 46 U.S.C. app. § 1713(c).
Federal Maritime Commission	Section 19 information demand. (Merchant Marine Act of 1920, 46 U.S.C. app. § 876.)	In furtherance of the Commission’s mandate to make rules and regulations affecting shipping in the foreign trade to adjust or meet general or special conditions unfavorable to shipping in the foreign trade, the Commission may require any person to file “a report, answers to questions, documentary materials and other information.” 46 U.S.C. app. § 876(f)(1). In addition, the Commission may subpoena witnesses and evidence in such proceedings. 46 U.S.C. app. § 876(g)(2).	Failure to file a report, etc. as required by the Commission, results in liability for a civil penalty of not more than $5000 for each day the information is not provided . 46 U.S.C. app. § 876(f)(4). Failure to comply with a subpoena may result, after notice and hearing, in suspension of a common carrier’s tariff or use of a tariff, and a penalty of not more than $5000 for each day the information is not provided. 46 U.S.C. app. § 876(g)(4).	Notice and hearing before suspension of tariff to enforce subpoena. The Commission may refuse to disclose to the public a response provided under the terms of 46 U.S.C. § 876, notwithstanding any other law. 46 U.S.C. § 876(h).
			The Commi ssion may seek enforcement by a U.S. district court. 46 U.S.C. app. § 876(g)(5).
Federal Maritime Commission	Foreign Shipping Practices Act Information Requests (Foreign Shipping Practices Act, 46 U.S.C. app. 1710a.)	Pursuant to its authority to investigate “whether any laws, rules, regulations, policies, or prac tices of foreign governments, or any practices of foreign carriers or other persons providing maritime or maritime-related services in a foreign country result in conditions that ... adversely affect the operation of United States carriers... and do not exist for foreign carriers of that country in the United States,” the Commission may require any person to file reports, answers to questions, documentary material or other information. 46 U.S.C. app. § 1710a(d)(1). In addition, the		The Commission may determine that information submitted under this provision “shall not be disclosed to the public.” 46 U.S.C. app. § 1710a(d)(3).
		Commission may issue subpoenas to compel attendance and testimony of witnesses and production of evidence. 46 U.S.C. app. § 1710a(d)(2).
Federal Maritime Commission	Nonadjudicatory investigations (46 C.F.R. Part 502, Subpart R.).	In connection with investigations undertaken pursuant to the Commission’s regulatory duties, the Commission may issue orders or subpoenas directing persons to appear or to produce documents, 46 C.F.R. § 502.286, order testimony be take by deposition, § 502.287, or order filing of a report or answer to specific questions, § 502.288.	In case of failure to comply with such processes, the Commission may initiate “actions for enforcement by the Commission or the Attorney General and forfeiture of penalties or criminal actions by the Attorney General.” 46 C.F.R. § 502.289.	Such investigatory proceedings are “nonpublic.” 46 C.F.R. § 502.291.
Federal Maritime Commission	Inspector General (IG) subpoenas (Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended; Pub. L. 95452; 5 U.S.C. app 3, § 6(a)(4).	The IG exercises nounique, agency-specific authority.
Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service	Holds no administrative subpoena authority and no unique, agency-specific authority under the Inspector General Act.
Federal Mine Safety and Health Commission
Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission	Section 113(e) of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977, 30 U.S.C. §823(e)(1994), Pub. L. 95-164.	In connection with hearings before the Commission or an ALJ, permits agency to compel the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of books, papers, documents or	Commission or ALJ may apply to appropriate U.S. district court to enforce Commission or ALJ	None specified. RFPA generally not applicable because subpoena are rarely if ever issued to financial institutions.	Standards not specified. Standard evidentiary privileges recognized through case adjudication.
Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission	29 C.F.R. §2700.60	Permits Commission and ALJs to issue subpoenas, on their own motion or on application of a party, requiring the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents or physical evidence.	ALJ or General Counsel at request of ALJ or direction of Commission, may initiate proceedings in appropriate U.S. district court to enforce subpoena.	None specified.	Subpoenas may be issued for relevant, non-privileged matter that is admissible evidence or appears likely to lead to the discovery of admissible evidence. Subpoenas must describe with sufficient particularity the evidence required to be produced, and must not be otherwise “invalid” or “unreasonable.” Subpoenas may be served by any person 18 or over or by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested. Copy of subpoena bearing certificate of service to be filed with Commission or ALJ. Witness fees the same as the U.S. district courts. Motions to revok e or modify subpoenas may be filed within 5 days of service of the subpoena or at the hearing, whichever is sooner.
Federal Reserve, Board of Governors of the
Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System	Federal Reserve Act, 12 U.S.C. § 603	Authorizes investigations, including authority to “send for persons and papers, subpoena witnesses, and administer oaths,” to ensure compliance with agreements limiting activities of Agreement corporations	None identified	None stated; RFPA applies to subpoena to financial institution seeking customer records unless disclosure is exempt under 12 U.S.C. § 3413 or copy of subpoena is sent first to customer under 12 U.S.C. § 3405.	Investigation may be instituted, triggering subpoena authority, whenever the Board “shall ascertain that the regulations prescribed by it are not being complied with.”
Board of Governors	Change in Bank Control Act, 12 U.S.C.	Authorizes investigations of principals who seek to	Judicial enforcement same as under 1818(n);	None stated; RFPA applies to subpoena to	Subpoenas are authorized in connection
of the Federal Reserve System	§ 1817(j)(15)	acquire control of voting stock of a financial institution, including exercise of authority under 1818(n). See below.	see below. Also, Board may disapprove acquisition by any person who fails to furnish information required by the agency. 12 U.S.C. § 1817(j)(7)(E).	financial institution seeking customer records unless disclosure is exempt under 12 U.S.C. § 3413 or copy of subpoena is sent first to customer under 12 U.S.C. § 3405. RFPA exemptions include § 3413(b), which exempts from the RFPA disclosures to the Board by a financial institution pursuant to the Board’s supervisory or regulatory functions with respect to any financial institution, holding company, subsidiary, or institution-affiliated party thereof; § 3413(d), which governs records and information required to be reported under Fe deral law or regulation; and § 3413(f), which relates to subpoenas issued by administrative law judges in formal adjudicatory proceedings.	with any investigation to determine relevant factors under Change in Bank Control Act, or to make independent determination of accuracy and completeness of information provided by notificant, or any other investigation deemed necessary by the agency to determine whether any person has filed inaccurate, incomplete or misleading information or has violated, is violating, or is about to violate the act or its regulations. 12 U.S.C. § 1817(j)(15)(A). Under Board practice, subpoena authority is granted to specified Board counsel pursuant to a formal Order of Investigation issued by the Board’s General Counsel upon a showing of possible violation of law, regulation, etc.
Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System	Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1818(n)	Authorizes ag ency or designated representative to “issue, revoke, quash, or modify” subpoenas in connection with admini strat ive enforcement proceedings under 12 U.S.C. § 1818, which include proceedings against financial institutions and their institution-affiliated parti es for unsafe or unsound banking practices, bre aches of fiduciary duty, and violations of law or regulation. Subpoenas may require documents from any place within the jurisdiction of the United States.	U.S. District Courts may enforce subpoenas or subpoenas duces tecum; refusal to comply is a misdemeanor punishable by up to $1000 or one year imprisonment, or both. .	None stated; see above regarding RFPA	Subpoenas are authorized “in the course of or in connection with any proceeding under” sections 1818 or 1820(c) relating to enforcement proceedings against financial institutions and their institution-affiliated parties and claims for insured deposits. Under Board practice, subpoena authority is granted to specified Board counsel pursuant to a forma l Order of Investigation issued by the Board’s General Counsel upon a showing of possible viol ation of law, regulation, etc.
Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System	Federal Deposit Insurance Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1820(c)	Authorizes exerci se of subpoena powers under § 1818 (n) in connec tion with bank examinations as well as investigations to determine compliance with banking laws.	See above regarding § 1818(n)	None stated; see above regarding RFPA	As under § 1818(n), Board practice requires issuance of a formal Order of Investigation to authorize issuance of a subpoena.
Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System	Bank Holding Company Act, 12 U.S.C. § 1844(f)	Authorizes exerci se of subpoena power in connection with any application, examination, investigation, or other proceeding under the Act. As with subpoenas under § 181(n), testimony and documents may be required from any place within the jurisdiction of the United States.	Same enforcement authority as under § 1818(n).	None stated; see above regarding RFPA	See above regarding Order of Investigation
Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System	International Banking Act of 1978, 12 U.S.C. § 3108	Authorizes Board or its designated representative to issue, revok e, quash, or modify subpoenas in connection with any application, examination, investigation, or other proceeding under the Act. Production is required from any place subject to the jurisdiction of the United States	Enforceable through action in United States District Court; fine for noncompliance is imposed “under Title 18,” or imprisonment of up to one year, or both; each day of refusal to comply is considered a separate offense	None stated; see above regarding RFPA	See above regarding Order of Investigation
Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System Office of Inspector General	Inspector General Act of 1978, Public Law 95452, 5 U.S.C. appendix [This is the same authority exercised by other Inspectors General.]	Administrative subpoena authority, generally recognized as limited to subpoena duces tecum (statutory language: [Each Inspector General...is authorized... ] to require by subpena the production of all information, documents, reports, answers, records, accounts, papers, and other data and documentary evidence necessary in the performance of the functions assigned by this Act, which subpoena, in the case of contumacy or refusal to obey, shall be enforceable by order of any appropriate United States district court: Provided, That procedures other than subpoenas shall be used by the Inspector General to obtain documents and information from Federal agencies	In the event of refusal to obey, court order obtained through petition to enforce filed in the appropriate U.S. District Court	None specific to the Inspector General Act; statutor y notification requirements followed for Inspector General subpoenas issued pursuant to the Right to Financial Privacy Act	OIG has established within OIG various policies and procedures regarding subpoena request and issuance.
Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board	Holds no administrative subpoena authority.
Federal Trade Comm ission
Federal Trade Commission	Section 20 of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act, Act of September 26, 1914, 38 Stat. 717, as amended, 15 U.S.C. § 57b-1; see 16 C.F.R. § 2.7	Civil investigati ve demands (CID) to testify or produce documentary evidence in FTC investigations of unfair or deceptive practices in or affecting commerce or of antitrust violations	Federal district court. See 16 CFR § 2.13.	Strict confidentiality protections provided by FTC Act §§ 6(f) (confidential financial or commercial information), 21 (information obtained pursuant to compulsory process or in lieu thereof). In certain cases,other restrictions may also apply, e.g.: Right to Financial Privacy Act (RFPA), 12 U.S.C. § 3401 et seq. (customer financial records); Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA), 18 U.S.C. § 2701 et seq. (stored electronic communications and customer records); Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), 15 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq. (consumer reports), etc.	Requires “reason to believe” that recipient is in possession, custody, or control or documentary material, or has information, relevant to unfair or deceptive acts or practices in or affecting commerce within the meaning of FTC § 5, or relevant to antitrust violations. Must be signed by a Commissioner pursuant to a Commission resolution; authority is non-delegable. Recipients may file petitions to limit or quash. See 16 CFR § 2.7(d).
Federal Trade Commission	Section 9 of the FTC Act, 15 U.S.C. § 49; see, e.g., 16 CFR §§ 2.7, 2.10, 2.11, 2.12	Subpoenas for testimony of witnesses and production of documentary evidence in FTC investigations other than those covered by section 20 of the FTC Act (see below)	See above.	See above.	Subpoena must “relat[e] to a matter under investigation” by the FTC and must be signed by “a member of the Commission.” Recipients may file petitions to limit or quash for disposition by a designated Commissioner. See 16 CFR § 2.7(d). Subpoenas are also available in agenc