U.S Code last checked for updates: Apr 30, 2026
§ 9176.
Retention on active duty
The President may retain on active duty a disabled officer until—
(1)
the physical condition of the officer is such that the officer will not be further benefited by retention in a military hospital or a medical facility of the Department of Veterans Affairs; or
(2)
the officer is processed for physical disability benefits provided by law.
(Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041, 70A Stat. 522, § 8446; Pub. L. 85–861, § 1(180)(C), Sept. 2, 1958,
cite as: 10 USC 9176