Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in sections 3820(a), (span) and 8820 of this title, prior to repeal by Puspan. L. 103–337, § 1629(a)(2), (c)(2).

Section effective Oct. 1, 1996, see section 1691(span)(1) of Puspan. L. 103–337, set out as a note under section 10001 of this title.