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Course Overview
This one day, instructor-led training is specifically tailored for individuals who completed the Federal Appropriations Law course more than three years ago. The course material includes updates on the latest changes in the GAO’s Principles of Federal Appropriations Law (Red Book) and covers recent case rulings. Participants will learn to use robust research tools and resources to navigate appropriations law effectively. Key topics include lobbying, personal services equipment, gifts, contests, serving food and refreshments, grants, expenses, credit monitoring services, and ADA reporting requirements.
This course provides a comprehensive update and refresher on appropriations law, ensuring that federal employees can manage appropriated funds effectively and in compliance with current regulations. Participants will leave with enhanced skills and knowledge to navigate the complexities of appropriations law confidently.
At the completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the classification of appropriations, including purpose, amount, and time (PAT).
- Follow the “Rules of Construction” in appropriations law.
- Utilize the GAO Redbook and DoD Fiscal Law Handbook as references.
- Recognize federal employee liabilities relative to appropriations law.
- Review situations before obligations or expenditures are made to ensure compliance.
- Understand the current dynamics in the environment and their potential impacts on resource use.
Schedule
Currently, there are no public classes scheduled. Please contact a Phoenix TS Training Consultant to discuss hosting a private class at 301-258-8200.
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Course Outline
Introduction and Legal Framework
- Appropriations Law basics
- Appropriations and committees
- Resources available for Appropriations Law research
- General topics
- Module capstone: case studies for introduction and legal framework
Purpose Law: Factors, Requirements, and Guidance
- Factors to consider in purpose law
- Requirements and guidance
- Module capstone: purpose law: factors, requirements, and guidance
Legal Availability of Funds as to Time
- Bona Fide needs rule
- Time-related requirements
- Module capstone: legal availability of funds as to time
Amount and Antideficiency Act Violations
- Following the Antideficiency Act
- Module capstone: amount and Antideficiency Act violations
Obligation, Continuing Resolutions, and Accountable Officers
- Obligations
- Continuing resolution requirements
- Accountable officers
- Module capstone: obligation, continuing resolutions, and accountable officers
FAQs
This course is intended for Program Managers, Accountants, Budget Analysts, Auditors, Purchase Card Holders, Approving Managers, Contracting Officers, Certifying Officers, and Attorneys working in the federal government.
BONUS! Cyber Phoenix Subscription Included: All Phoenix TS students receive complimentary ninety (90) day access to the Cyber Phoenix learning platform, which hosts hundreds of expert asynchronous training courses in Cybersecurity, IT, Soft Skills, and Management and more!
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