§ 2748. Presentation of United States flag upon retirement
§ 2748.
Presentation of United States flag upon retirement
(a)
Presentation of Flag.—
Upon the release of a member of the Coast Guard from active duty for retirement, the Secretary shall present a United States flag to the member.
(b)
Multiple Presentations Not Authorized.—
A member is not eligible for a presentation of a flag under subsection (a) if the member has previously been presented a flag under this section or any other provision of law providing for the presentation of a United States flag incident to release from active service for retirement.
(c)
No Cost to Recipient.—
The presentation of a flag under this section shall be at no cost to the recipient.