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46 U.S.C. 51904: Presentation to representativesText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 46-SHIPPINGCHAPTER 519-MERCHANT MARINE AWARDS
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§51904. Presentation to representatives

If an individual to be issued an award under this chapter is unable to accept the award personally, the Secretary of Transportation may present the award to an appropriate representative.

( Pub. L. 109–304, § 8(b) , Oct. 6, 2006 , 120 Stat. 1585 .)

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51904

46 App.:2004(b).

Pub. L. 100–324, § 5(b), May 30, 1988, 102 Stat. 577.