The primary function of the Program Budget Advisory Committee (PBAC) is to:

• A. Make recommendations to the Commander
• B. Approve the budget
• C. Audit expenditures
• D. Draft regulations

Answer: (A)

PBAC acts as an advisory body that analyzes program proposals and their funding, weighing priorities, feasibility, and potential effects on mission outcomes. Its main function is to provide informed recommendations to the Commander to guide budget decisions. It does not have final approval authority for the budget, which resides with the Commander or the designated financial authority after considering the committee’s input. It also isn’t responsible for auditing expenditures or drafting regulations—those tasks belong to separate offices such as internal audit/oversight and policy or legal teams. By focusing on analysis and guidance, PBAC helps ensure budget decisions reflect priorities and tradeoffs while offering independent assessment to inform leadership.