On the recordMarch 17, 2016
I hereby delegate the functions and authorities vested in the President by section 3139(a) and (b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016.
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Memorandum on Delegation of Authority Pursuant to Section 3139(a) and (b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for...
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