Acronyms used in the Government

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Across
  1. 2. provides grants for artistic endeavors and scientific research
  2. 3. insures the deposits that people have in banks
  3. 5. the highest ranking members of the military
  4. 8. certifies the quality of foods and cosmetics
  5. 9. provides assistance, information, and loans to small businesses in the nation
  6. 10. encourages homeownership (safe & affordable)
  7. 12. regulates communication by radio, television, telephone, etc.
  8. 14. oversees action in 6 geographic areas of the world
  9. 15. collects taxes within the US
  10. 16. analyzes intelligence regarding potential attacks
  11. 17. ensures that activity of Federal office stays within the law
Down
  1. 1. oversees the practices of railroads
  2. 2. issues weather forecasts and data
  3. 4. conducts the legal business of the US government
  4. 6. makes sure that companies selling stock tell the truth about their profit/loss
  5. 7. carries out the delivery of mail and maintains post offices
  6. 8. establishes rules for air traffic
  7. 11. contains the War and Navy Departments (Pentagon)
  8. 12. provides loans to farmers who want to expand their operation or need short term loans to sell crops
  9. 13. gathers information to maintain security of our country
  10. 14. oversees the agriculture industry