Federal · Title 19 — Customs Duties

19 U.S.C. § 2071: Establishment of Service; Commissioner; appointment

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be at the head of the United States Customs Service; carry out the duties and powers prescribed by the Secretary of the Treasury; and report to the Secretary of the Treasury through such other officials as may be designated by the Secretary.

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