Pub. L. 83-773, tit. II, sec. 209

Pub. L. 83-773, tit. II, sec. 209

EnactedYear: 1954Length: 122 wordsOfficial source
Sec. 209. In time of war or national emergency declared by the Congress, the President is authorized, in his discretion, to suspend the operation of all or any part or parts of this Act with respect to any or all of the Armed Forces. If any or all of the provisions of this Act are suspended by the President under this section, the Secretary of Defense, prior to the provisions of this Act being again placed in operation, shall recommend to Congress necessary legislation designed to adjust the grades of Reserve officers and such legislation shall be, insofar as practicable, comparable to any similar legislation recommended for adjustment of the grades of officers of the Regular component of the appropriate Armed Force.
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