33 U.S.C. § 891A
Section 891a · Fleet replacement and modernization program
Current version, with additions and removals from the October 29, 1992 version.
Current — December 18, 2025
As of October 29, 1992
The Secretary is authorized to implement, subject to the requirements of this subchapter, a 15-year program to replace and modernize the NOAA fleet.
The Secretary, acting through the Assistant Administrator of NOAA for Marine and Aviation Operations, shall operate and maintain a fleet of vessels to meet the requirements of NOAA in carrying out the mission and functions of NOAA, subject to the requirements of this subchapter.