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# 10 U.S.C. § 9801 - Definition

## Text

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), Dec. 4, 1987, 101 Stat. 1161.)

## Notes

Historical and Revision Notes Revised sectionSource (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large) 9801[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

Amendments1987—Pub. L. 100–180 inserted “the term” after “In this chapter,”.