33 U.S.C. § 891g

Interoperability

The Secretary shall consult with the Oceanographer of the Navy regarding appropriate measures that should be taken, on a reimbursable basis, to ensure that NOAA vessels are interoperable with vessels of the Department of the Navy, including with respect to operation, maintenance, and repair of those vessels.

( Pub. L. 102–567, title VI, § 609 , Oct. 29, 1992 , 106 Stat. 4303 .)