§ 7801 - Definition

CHAPTER 781— MILITARY CLAIMS

In this chapter, the term “settle” means consider, ascertain, adjust, determine, and dispose of a claim, whether by full or partial allowance or by disallowance.

Notes

Historical and Revision Notes Revised sectionSource (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large) 4801[No source].[No source].

The revised section is inserted for clarity, and is based on usage in the source laws for this revised chapter.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2018—Pub. L. 115–232 renumbered section 4801 of this title as this section.

1987—Pub. L. 100–180 inserted “the term” after “In this chapter,”.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Effective Date of 2018 Amendment

Amendment by Pub. L. 115–232 effective Feb. 1, 2019, with provision for the coordination of amendments and special rule for certain redesignations, see section 800 of Pub. L. 115–232, set out as a note preceding section 3001 of this title.