Regular Space Force: composition — Us Code Code § 9085

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§ 9085. Regular Space Force: composition

(a) In General.—The Regular Space Force is the component of the Space Force that consists of persons whose continuous service on active duty in both peace and war is contemplated by law, and of retired members of the Regular Space Force.

(b) Composition.—The Regular Space Force includes—

(1) the officers and enlisted members of the Regular Space Force; and

(2) the retired officers and enlisted members of the Regular Space Force.

(Added Pub. L. 116–283, div. A, title IX, §922(d), Jan. 1, 2021, 134 Stat. 3807.)

Repeal of Section

Pub. L. 118–31, div. A, title XVII, §1735(c), Dec. 22, 2023, 137 Stat. 677, provided that, effective on the date on which the certification by the Secretary of the Air Force is submitted under section 1735(a) of Pub. L. 118–31, this section is repealed.


Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Effective Date of Repeal

Repeal effective on the date on which the certification by the Secretary of the Air Force is submitted under section 1735(a) of Pub. L. 118–31, see section 1735(c)(2) of Pub. L. 118–31, set out in a Transitions Provisions note under section 20001 of this title.

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