§ 2262a - Overseas tort claims

CHAPTER 55— DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

(a) The Secretary of Agriculture may pay a tort claim in the manner authorized by section 2672 of title 28, if the claim arises outside the United States in connection with activities of individuals who are performing services for the Secretary.

(b) A claim may not be allowed under this section unless the claim is presented in writing to the Secretary of Agriculture within 2 years after the date on which the claim accrues.

(c) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an award or denial of a claim by the Secretary of Agriculture under this section is final.