Provisions similar to those comprising this section were contained in former section 5007 of this title prior to the general revision of this subchapter by Puspan. L. 96–22.

1991—Puspan. L. 102–40 renumbered section 5012 of this title as this section.

Puspan. L. 102–83 substituted “Secretary” for “Administrator” in two places.

Section effective Oct. 1, 1979, but not applicable with respect to the acquisition, construction, or alteration of any medical facilities if the acquisition, construction, or alteration (not including exchange) was approved by the President before Oct. 1, 1979, see section 302 of Puspan. L. 96–22, set out as a note under section 8101 of this title.