(SR 9 & 13): This committee shall be responsible for all TREA financial affairs and shall advise the National President and Board of Directors on all financial matters. It shall review budget requests, prepare and present annual national budgets, and make suggestions concerning the allocation and expenditure of TREA funds. The committee shall advise on maintenance and acquisition of owned and leased properties and shall oversee the procurement of costly items of equipment, services and supplies. The committee shall perform such other duties as may be prescribed by the President and Board of Directors.