In accordance with paragraph 3 of article 8 of the Agreement, the United States section, made up of commissioners appointed by the President, shall vote on any issue before the United States-Russia Polar Bear Commission only if there is no disagreement between the United States commissioners regarding the vote.
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CHAPTER 31— MARINE MAMMAL PROTECTION
§ 1423c. Cooperative management agreement; authority to delegate enforcement authority
§ 1423d. Commission appointments; compensation, travel expenses, and claims
§ 1423e. Votes taken by the United States section on matters before the Commission
§ 1423f. Implementation of actions taken by the Commission