36 U.S.C. § 40722: Functions

The functions of the Civilian Marksmanship Program are—(1) to instruct citizens of the United States in marksmanship; (2) to promote practice and safety in the use of firearms; (3) to conduct competitions in the use of firearms and to award trophies, prizes, badges, and other insignia to competitors; (4) to secure and account for firearms, ammunition, and other equipment for which the corporation is responsible; (5) to issue, loan, or sell firearms, ammunition, repair parts, and other supplies under sections 40731 and 40732 of this title; and (6) to procure necessary supplies and services to carry out the Program.