Title 7, AgricultureRelease 119-110
§2262a Overseas Tort Claims
Title 7 › CHAPTER 55 — DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › § 2262a
Summary
The Secretary of Agriculture can pay claims for harm that happen outside the United States when they are linked to people working for the Secretary, using the payment method in 28 U.S.C. 2672. Claims must be written and filed with the Secretary within 2 years after the claim arises, and the Secretary's decision to pay or deny the claim is final.
Full Legal Text
Title 7, §2262a
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(a)In general
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.
(b)Period for presentation of claim
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.
(c)Finality
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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7 U.S.C. § 2262a
Title 7, Agriculture
Last Updated
Sep 22, 2026
Release point: 119-110