Us Code § 5100 - Definitions
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§ 5100. Definitions
In this chapter:
(1) The term "claimant" means any individual applying for, or submitting a claim for, any benefit under the laws administered by the Secretary.
(2) The term "notice" means a communication issued through means (including electronic means) prescribed by the Secretary.
(Added Pub. L. 117–168, title VIII, §807(a)(1), Aug. 10, 2022, 136 Stat. 1805.)
Editorial Notes
Prior Provisions
A prior section 5100, added Pub. L. 106–475, §2, Nov. 9, 2000, 114 Stat. 2096, defined "claimant", prior to repeal by Pub. L. 117–168, title VIII, §807(a)(1), Aug. 10, 2022, 136 Stat. 1805.
Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Rule of Construction
Pub. L. 117–168, title VIII, §807(b), Aug. 10, 2022, 136 Stat. 1806, provided that: "None of the amendments made by this section [enacting this section, amending sections 5104, 5104B, 5112, 7104, 7105, 7105A, and 7266 of this title, and repealing former section 5100 of this title] shall be construed to apply section 5104(a) of such title [meaning title 38, United States Code] to decisions of the Board of Veterans' Appeals under chapter 71 of such title."
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