Federal · Title 7 — Agriculture
7 U.S.C. § 2262a: Overseas tort claims
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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. 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. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an award or denial of a claim by the Secretary of Agriculture under this section is final.
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