1. Application of basic allowance for housing to members of the uniformed services in the Virgin Islands
In general— Section 403(b) of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
in the heading, by inserting “and the Virgin Islands” after “the United States”;
in paragraph (1), by inserting “and the Virgin Islands” after “the United States”; and
in paragraphs (2), (3)(A), and (6), by inserting “or the Virgin Islands” after “the United States” each place it appears.
Conforming amendments— Section 403(c) of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
in the heading, by inserting “or the Virgin Islands” after “the United States”; and
in paragraphs (1), (2), (3)(A)(i), and (3)(B), by inserting “or the Virgin Islands” after “the United States” each place it appears.
Effective date— The amendments made by this section shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and shall apply to payments under section 403 of title 37, United States Code, beginning on January 1, 2020.