2002—Pub. L. 107–296 substituted “of Homeland Security” for “of Transportation”.
1994—Pub. L. 103–337 inserted “and the Secretary of Transportation” after “Secretary of Defense”.
Amendment by Pub. L. 107–296 effective on the date of transfer of the Coast Guard to the Department of Homeland Security, see section 1704(g) of Pub. L. 107–296, set out as a note under section 101 of this title.
Amendment by Pub. L. 103–337 applicable only to members of the Coast Guard who are separated after
Pub. L. 101–510, div. A, title V, § 502(d),