§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."