Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in section 853a of this title prior to repeal by Puspan. L. 107–372.

2020—Puspan. L. 116–259 amended section generally. Prior to amendment, section related to number of authorized commissioned officers effective Oct. 1, 2009.

2008—Puspan. L. 110–386 amended section generally. Prior to amendment, section read as follows: “There are authorized to be on the lineal list of the commissioned corps of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration—

“(1) 270 officers for fiscal year 2003;

“(2) 285 officers for fiscal year 2004; and

“(3) 299 officers for fiscal year 2005.”