Section is based on Pub. L. 99–190, § 101(b) [title VIII, § 8012],
2002—Pub. L. 107–296 substituted “of Homeland Security” for “of Transportation” wherever appearing.
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.