Section 703(a) of
Pub. L. 94–579 provided that the repeal made by that section is effective on and after Oct. 21, 1976.
Repeal by
Pub. L. 94–579 not to be construed as terminating any valid lease, permit, patent, etc., existing on Oct. 21, 1976, see section 701 of
Pub. L. 94–579, set out as a note under section
1701 of this title.