DoDFMR Vol 2A: Budget Formulation and Presentation

Questions and Answers

What is the purpose of the Justification Material in relation to the President's Request?

To support funding requests with relevant information. (correct)

To outline military function definitions.

To explain the budget structure.

To detail procurement program databases.

Which section covers the Automated Procurement Programs Database?

5.4

5.1

5.5

5.3 (correct)

What type of statements are addressed in section 4.4?

Congressional actions

Witness statements (correct)

Budget automation requirements

Functional titles

Which of the following is NOT a database mentioned in the budget automation requirements section?

Automated Intelligence Programs Database Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym FYDP stand for?

Future Years Defense Program Signup and view all the answers

Which section details the General Guidance Submission Formats?

10.0 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of section 6.0?

Uniform budget and fiscal accounting classifications Signup and view all the answers

What is covered in section 5.6?

CIS Automation Requirements for biennial budget review Signup and view all the answers

Which section describes the functional titles related to military functions?

6.2 Signup and view all the answers

In which section can details about the Select and Native Programming (SNaP) Data Collection System be found?

9.1 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Volume 2 of the Financial Management Regulation?

Guidance for military and specified civil functions of the Department of Defense Signup and view all the answers

How often will changes to Volume 2 be issued?

Biennially Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the apportionment system?

To achieve effective and orderly use of funds Signup and view all the answers

What does an appropriation allow Federal agencies to do?

Incur obligations and make payments from the Treasury Signup and view all the answers

What signifies significant changes made on a page in Volume 2?

Changed material printed in blue ink Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of OMB Circular A-11?

To guide the preparation and submission of budget estimates for federal agencies Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes appropriations?

They serve as limitations on the amounts that may be obligated Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of authorizing legislation?

It establishes the foundation for appropriations Signup and view all the answers

What is required for federal agencies to obtain exceptions to OMB Circular A-11?

Written request to OMB by August 1 each year Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding exceptions approved by OMB?

They must be renewed annually Signup and view all the answers

What limitation can authorizing legislation impose on budget authority?

It may limit the amount of budget authority to be provided Signup and view all the answers

What type of changes will not be issued for Volume 2?

Pen and ink changes Signup and view all the answers

What is not true about appropriations?

They are the first step in the budgetary process Signup and view all the answers

Who requests exceptions to OMB Circular A-11 for the Department of Defense?

The USD(Comptroller) Signup and view all the answers

How is a biennial budget defined?

A budget that covers two fiscal years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the relationship between appropriation acts and authorizing legislation?

Authorizing legislation is usually required before appropriations can occur Signup and view all the answers

What is considered construction cost in relation to equipment?

Only installed equipment affixed to a facility Signup and view all the answers

Which type of equipment is generally excluded from construction costs?

Movable equipment that is not affixed Signup and view all the answers

What could make modifications to an existing facility considered as integral part of equipment costs?

Installation of false floors or platforms Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following elements are considered as investments to support weapon system procurement?

Data and interim contractor support Signup and view all the answers

How are structural modifications classified in terms of investment costs?

They are classified as investment costs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a major service-life extension program?

To extend the life of a weapon system beyond its designed service life Signup and view all the answers

In the case of centrally managed assets being purchased from DWCF, what is the classification based on?

Funding source and usage Signup and view all the answers

What does depot and field level maintenance include?

Refurbishment and overhaul of end items Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding installed equipment?

It is considered integral to construction costs. Signup and view all the answers

Which items of equipment are classified under expense rather than construction costs?

Movable production equipment Signup and view all the answers

Which funding source is used for maintenance, repair, overhaul, and rework of equipment?

Operation and maintenance appropriations Signup and view all the answers

What is true regarding modifications that do not include structural changes?

They can be considered part of the equipment costs. Signup and view all the answers

What is continuous technology refreshment aimed at improving?

Reliability and maintainability of the weapon system Signup and view all the answers

Who can perform depot and field level maintenance?

Depot maintenance activities, direct funded DoD activities, other government agencies, or contractors Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario will RDT&E appropriations be used for equipment maintenance?

For equipment used exclusively for research, development, test, and evaluation efforts Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about interim contractor support (ICS) is true?

ICS is required to support the procurement of new weapon systems. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Budget Justification and Requirements

Special interest requirements support the President's request as outlined in the budget justification material.
Witness statements and transcript processing have designated sections (010404, 010405), highlighting protocols for documentation.
The appeal process related to Congressional actions is designated under section 010406.

Budget Automation Requirements

Several automated databases are crucial for different aspects of military budgeting:
- Military Personnel Programs (010501)
- Operation and Maintenance Programs (010502)
- Procurement Programs (010503)
- Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) Programs (010504)
- Construction Program (010505)
Additional requirements exist for biennial program reviews and budget submission via the CIS (010506, 010507).

Uniform Budget and Fiscal Accounting

Uniformity in budget and fiscal accounting is maintained across military and civil programs, including definitions and classifications (010601-010604).

Future Years Defense Program (FYDP) Databases

The FYDP is supported by standard data collection systems (010701) and resource structure management systems (010702).

Automated Budgeting Systems

The BIRD database automates budget and intelligence related data management (0108).
The Select and Native Programming (SNaP) data input system facilitates programming data collection (010901).

General Guidance Submission Formats

Specific formats for budget submission are detailed, covering various sections of guidelines (011001-011005).
Each section corresponds to different budget review and congressional justification requirements.

Financial Management Regulations

Volume 2 consists of 19 chapters providing guidelines and necessary budget forms for submission.
Changes to the volume occur biennially before budget reviews, with significant changes highlighted for clarity.

Budget Authority and Legislation

Appropriations allow federal agencies to incur obligations for specified purposes as defined by Congress.
Authorizing legislation is essential for establishing legal operation of federal programs, required before budgeting authority can be allocated.

Special Circumstances in Funding

The biennial budget includes investment elements that support advanced weapon systems through extensive lifecycle support.
Various maintenance strategies—depot and field level—are essential for sustaining operational equipment availability.

Expense vs. Investment Cost Determination

Budget classification hinges on whether items are centrally managed and their relation to full funding efforts.
Modifications for the installation of movable equipment can impact cost classifications between expense and investment, depending on structural relevance.

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This quiz explores the justification materials supporting the President's special interest requests. It covers the significance of witness statements and the context in which these materials are presented. Test your knowledge on the processes involved in these justifications and their implications.