; (ii) by basis of separation from the armed forces (whether retirement or other separation and whether voluntary or involuntary); and (iii) by characterization of discharge from the armed forces. (k) Transmittal of medical information to Department of Veterans Affairs In the case of a member being medically separated or being retired under chapter 61 of this title, the Secretary concerned shall ensure (subject to the consent of the member) that a copy of the member's service medical record (including any results of a Physical Evaluation Board) is transmitted to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs within 60 days of the separation or retirement. . (2) Clerical amendments The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 58 of such title is amended— (A) by striking the item relating to section 1142 and inserting the following new item: 1142. Transition-related counseling and services: Transition Assistance Program.