Justice Dept Seeks to Renew Damage Claim Form Extension
Published Date: 1/16/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Justice is asking for a 30-day public comment period to extend a form used to claim damage, injury, or death. This affects anyone who might need to file such a claim and aims to keep the process clear and easy, including options for electronic submissions. Comments are open until February 17, 2026, with no new fees or costs involved.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Continuing Form CIV SF‑95 Filing Burden
If you file a claim against the United States under the Federal Tort Claims Act, you must use Form CIV SF 95. The Department estimates 100,000 respondents, an average of 6 hours per response, and a total annual burden of 600,000 hours; the DOJ states there are no additional annual monetary costs ($0).
DOJ Seeks Electronic Submission Feedback
The DOJ is requesting comments and explicitly asks about minimizing respondent burden by permitting electronic or automated submission options (e.g., electronic submission of responses). Comments are due by February 17, 2026.
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