Powers of Commission

(a) Hearings The Commission may hold such hearings, sit and act at such times and places, take such testimony, and receive such evidence as the Commission considers advisable to carry out this Act. (b) Information from Federal agencies (1) In general The Commission may secure directly from a Federal department or agency such information as the Commission considers necessary to carry out this Act. (2) Furnishing information On request of the Chairperson of the Commission, the head of the department or agency shall furnish the information to the Commission. (c) Postal services The Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as other departments and agencies of the Federal Government. (d) Gifts The Commission may accept, use, and dispose of gifts or donations of services or property.