§ 983. Inspection technology and training

• (a) The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Energy, and appropriate representatives of other Federal agencies, may provide technical assistance, equipment, and training to facilitate the implementation of supply chain security measures at ports designated under the Container Security Initiative.
• (b) Unless otherwise prohibited by law, the Secretary may—
  • (1) lease, loan, provide, or otherwise assist in the deployment of nonintrusive inspection and radiation detection equipment at foreign land and sea ports under such terms and conditions as the Secretary prescribes, including nonreimbursable loans or the transfer of ownership of equipment; and
  • (2) provide training and technical assistance for domestic or foreign personnel responsible for operating or maintaining such equipment.