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33 U.S.C. § 3026. — Appointments and promotions to permanent grades · Congress.wiki

U.S. Code/Title 33/§ 3026

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33 U.S.C. § 3026.Chapter 43

§ 3026

Appointments and promotions to permanent grades

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Subchapter: APPOINTMENT AND PROMOTION OF OFFICERS

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((a)) ** In general** Appointments in and promotions to all permanent grades, other than a grade described in subsection (b), shall be made by the President.

((b)) ** Flag Officers** Appointments in and promotions to the grade of rear admiral (upper half) or above shall be made by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.

Release: pl-119-83 (2026-04-13)

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