1484.55—What expenditures may not be reimbursed under the Cooperator program?
(a)
FAS will not reimburse expenditures made prior to approval of a Cooperator's program, unreasonable expenditures, or any cost of:
(1)
Expenses, fines, settlements, or claims resulting from suits, challenges, or disputes emanating from employment terms, conditions, contract provisions, or related formalities;
(5)
The purchase, construction, or lease of space for permanent displays, i.e., displays lasting beyond one marketing plan year;
(9)
Giveaways, awards, prizes, gifts, and other similar promotional materials in excess of $1.00 per item;
(13)
Unused non-refundable airline tickets or associated penalty fees, except where travel is restricted by U.S. government action or advisory;
(14)
Any arrangement which has the effect of reducing the selling price of an agricultural commodity;
(18)
Fees for participating in U.S. Government sponsored activities, other than trade fairs, shows, and exhibits;
(24)
Insurance on household goods and personal effects, including privately-owned automobiles, whether overseas or stored in the U.S., belonging to U.S. citizen employees;
(26)
Payment of U.S. or foreign employee's or contractor's share of personal taxes, except as legally required in a foreign country;
(29)
Entertainment, e.g., amusements, diversions, cover charges, personal gifts, or tickets to theatrical or sporting events;
(30)
Functions (including receptions and meals at Cooperator staff conferences) at which target groups, such as members of the overseas trade, opinion leaders, foreign government officials, and other similar groups, are not present; or
(b)
The Deputy Administrator may determine, at the Deputy Administrator's discretion, whether any cost not expressly listed in this section will be reimbursed.
(c)
FAS will reimburse for expenses incurred up to 30 calendar days beyond the conclusion of the marketing plan year.