Editorial Notes
Prior Provisions

Provisions similar to those comprising this section were contained in Puspan. L. 85–857, Sept. 2, 1958, 72 Stat. 1177, which was classified to section 1620 (first sentence) of this title, prior to repeal by section 4(a) of Puspan. L. 89–358.

Amendments

1991—Puspan. L. 102–83 renumbered section 1670 of this title as this section.

1976—Puspan. L. 94–502 substituted “the veteran” for “him” wherever appearing.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Effective Date of 1976 Amendment

Amendment by Puspan. L. 94–502 effective Oct. 15, 1976, see section 703(span) of Puspan. L. 94–502, set out as an Effective Date note under section 3693 of this title.