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Code of Federal Regulations Title 38. Pensions, Bonuses, and Veterans' Relief § 38.3.460 Death pension

Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

Death pension will be apportioned if the child or children of the deceased veteran are not in the custody of the surviving spouse. Where the surviving spouse's rate is in excess of $70 monthly because of having been the spouse of the veteran during service or because of need for regular aid and attendance, the additional amount will be added to the surviving spouse's share.

(a) Civil, Indian and Spanish–American wars. Where pension is payable under 38 U.S.C. 1532, 1534, or 1536 apportionment will be based on the facts in the individual case in accordance with § 3.451.

(b)Section 306 and old-law death pension. Appointment of benefits provided under these pension programs will be at rates approved by the Under Secretary for Benefits except when the facts and circumstances in a case warrant special apportionment under § 3.451.

(Authority:  38 U.S.C. 5307)

(c) Improved death pension. Apportionment of the benefits provided under this program shall be made under the special apportionment provision of § 3.451.

(Authority:  38 U.S.C. 5307)

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