20 U.S.C. § 53a : Education — Smithsonian Institution, National Museums And Art Galleries — Charter Provisions — Authorization Of Appropriations

Appropriations are authorized for the maintenance of the Astrophysical Observatory and the making of solar observations at high altitudes; for repairs and alterations of buildings and grounds occupied by the Smithsonian Institution in the District of Columbia and elsewhere; and for preparation of manuscripts, drawings, and illustrations for publications.