10 CFR 14.39 - Reconsideration of a claim.

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Title 10: Energy

CHAPTER I: NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

PART 14: ADMINISTRATIVE CLAIMS UNDER FEDERAL TORT CLAIMS ACT

Subpart C: Commission Action and Authority

14.39 - Reconsideration of a claim.

Prior to the commencement of suit and prior to the expiration of the 6-month period provided in 28 U.S.C. 2401(b), a claimant, or his or her duly authorized agent, or legal representative, may file a written request with the NRC for reconsideration of a final denial of a claim. Upon the timely filing of a request for reconsideration, the NRC shall have 6 months from the date of filing in which to make a final disposition of the claim, and the claimant's option under 28 U.S.C. 2675(a) does not accrue until 6 months after the filing of a request for reconsideration. Final NRC action on a request for reconsideration shall be effected in accordance with the provisions of 10 CFR 14.37.

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