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Purpose. This regulation sets forth policies and procedures that govern the investigating, processing, and settling of claims against, and in favor of, the United States under the authority conferred by statutes, regulations, international and interagency agreements, and DOD Directives (DODD). It is intended to ensure that claims are investigated properly and adjudicated according to applicable law, and valid recoveries and affirmative claims are pursued against carriers, third party insurers, and tortfeasors.

Applicability. This regulation applies to the Active Army, the Army National Guard of the United States, the United States Army Reserve and, under certain circumstances, Department of Defense civilian employees. In countries where the United States Army has been assigned single service claims responsibility, this regulation applies to claims generated by the other armed services. During mobilization, chapters and policies contained in this regulation may be modified by the proponent.