Public Law 119-83 (04/13/2026)

10 U.S.C. § 9801

Definition

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.

Aug. 10, 1956, ch. 1041 70A Stat. 591 Pub. L. 100–180, div. A, title XII, § 1231(19)(B)101 Stat. 1161 (, ; , , .)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised section

Source (U.S. Code)

Source (Statutes at Large)

9801

[No source].

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

Editorial Notes

Amendments

Pub. L. 100–1801987— inserted “the term” after “In this chapter,”.