Prohibited Items, Items That Often Require Pre-Purchase ...

In addition, payment of a membership fee at the beginning of the period of membership does not violate the prohibition on advance payments found in 31 U.S.C. Section 3324, B-221569, June 2, 1986. What is being purchased is a “membership,” and the “membership” is received upon payment. Greeting Cards and Decorations- ................
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