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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: May 6, 2024) |
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Title 38 - Pensions, Bonuses, and Veterans' Relief |
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Chapter I - Department of Veterans Affairs |
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Part 21 - Vocational Rehabilitation and Education |
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Subpart A - Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 31 |
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§ 21.31 - Informal claim.
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§ 21.31 Informal claim.
Any communication or action indicating an intent to apply for rehabilitation or employment assistance, from a veteran, a duly authorized representative, or a Member of Congress may be considered an informal claim. Upon receipt of an informal claim, if a formal claim has not been filed, an application form will be forwarded to the veteran for execution. In the case of a claim for rehabilitation, or employment assistance, the formal claim will be considered filed as of the date of receipt of the informal claim if received within 1 year from the date it was sent to the veteran, or before cessation of the course, whichever is earlier.