Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in section 855 of this title prior to repeal by Pub. L. 107–372.

Functions of President under this section delegated to Secretary of Commerce by section 1(k) of Ex. Ord. No. 11023, May 28, 1962, 27 F.R. 5131, as amended, set out as a note under section 301 of Title 3, The President.