construction of surveying ships

construction of surveying ships For necessary expenses for the design, supervision, construction, equipping, and outfitting of surveying vessels, as authorized by the Act of August 6, 1947 (33 U.S.C. 883i), $14,400,000, to remain available until expended: Provided, That appropriations granted under this heading shall be available for completing payments on the construction contract for the Coast and Geodetic Survey ship Surveyor.