Executive Order 13223

Ordering the Ready Reserve of the Armed Forces To Active Duty and Delegating Certain Authorities to the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Transportation

Ordered by George W. Bush on September 14, 2001

Summary

Authorizes activation of Ready Reserve military personnel for up to 24 consecutive months in response to terrorist threats. Delegates authority to Defense and Transportation Secretaries for managing personnel strength, promotions, retirement, and separations. Empowers Defense Secretary to exceed funded active-duty numbers if necessary. Effective immediately and promptly reported to Congress.

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