Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in section 561 of this title prior to repeal by Pub. L. 102–190, § 1112(a).

2024—Pub. L. 118–159 inserted “or an approved retirement date” after “an established separation date that is within 90 days after the date on which the board is convened”.

Section effective Feb. 1, 1992, see section 1132 of Pub. L. 102–190, set out as an Effective Date of 1991 Amendment note under section 521 of this title.