The word “regulations” is added for consistency. The word “persons” is omitted as surplus.
2002—
Pub. L. 107–296 substituted “of Homeland Security” for “of Transportation”.
1990—
Pub. L. 101–510 inserted “, and the Secretary of Transportation with respect to the Coast Guard when it is not operating as a service in the Navy,” after “Secretary of Defense”.
1983—
Pub. L. 98–94 struck out “(a)” before “The Secretary of Defense”.
Amendment by
Pub. L. 107–296 effective on the date of transfer of the Coast Guard to the Department of Homeland Security, see section 1704(g) of
Pub. L. 107–296, set out as a note under section
101 of this title.