To clarify certain authorities relating to adoptions by members of the Armed Forces.

1. Adds SEC. 653. MODIFICATION OF REQUIREMENT FOR CERTAIN INTERMEDIARIES UNDER CERTAIN AUTHORITIES RELATING TO ADOPTIONS at the end of subtitle E of title VI

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   (ii) would assist such members in establishing habits of financial responsibility during their initial enlistments in the Armed Forces.

   Inserted: SEC. 653. MODIFICATION OF REQUIREMENT FOR CERTAIN INTERMEDIARIES UNDER CERTAIN AUTHORITIES RELATING TO ADOPTIONS.

   Inserted: (a) Reimbersement for Adoption Expenses.--Section 1052(g)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting "or other source authorized to place children for adoption under State or local law" after "qualified adoption agency". (b) Treatment as Children for Medical and Dental Care Purposes.--Section 1072(6)(D)(i) of such title is amended by inserting 11, or by any other source authorized by State or local law to provide adoption placement," after "(recognized by the Secretary of Defense)".

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   At the end of subtitle E of title VI, add the following:

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