Prior section 541 was renumbered section 1541 of this title.

Provisions similar to those in this section were contained in section 221 of this title prior to repeal by Puspan. L. 102–83, § 2(a).

2004—Subsec. (c)(1). Puspan. L. 108–454 substituted “2009” for “2003”.

2000—Subsec. (c)(1). Puspan. L. 106–419 inserted “through 2003” after “each odd-numbered year” in introductory provisions.

1992—Subsec. (a)(2)(B). Puspan. L. 102–405 substituted “Under Secretary for Health” for “Chief Medical Director” and “Under Secretary for Benefits” for “Chief Benefits Director”.

Advisory committees established after Jan. 5, 1973, to terminate not later than the expiration of the 2-year period beginning on the date of their establishment, unless, in the case of a committee established by the President or an officer of the Federal Government, such committee is renewed by appropriate action prior to the expiration of such 2-year period, or in the case of a committee established by the Congress, its duration is otherwise provided by law. See section 1013 of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees.