7 USC 7469 - Investigations and power to subpoena

(a)

In general

The Secretary may make such investigations as the Secretary considers necessary—

(1)

for the effective carrying out of the responsibilities of the Secretary under this subchapter; or

(2)

to determine whether a person subject to this subchapter has engaged or is engaging in any act that constitutes a violation of this subchapter, or any order, rule, or regulation issued under this subchapter.

(b)

Power to subpoena

(1)

Investigations

(2)

Administrative hearings

(c)

Aid of courts

(d)

Contempt

(e)

Process

(f)

Hearing site