(4)
Until December 31, 2006, the Secretary of Defense may waive subparagraph (B) of paragraph (2) with respect to the appointment of an officer as Chief of Navy Reserve if the Secretary of the Navy requests the waiver and, in the judgment of the Secretary of Defense—
(A)
the officer is qualified for service in the position; and
(B)
the waiver is necessary for the good of the service.
Any such waiver shall be made on a case-by-case basis.