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(a)In general
To the extent necessary to carry out this chapter, the Secretary may acquire and maintain all real or personal property for special purposes and employ any persons, make grants, and enter into any contracts, cooperative agreements, memoranda of understanding, or other agreements.
(b)Tort claims
(1)In general
Except as provided in paragraph (2), the Secretary may pay tort claims in the manner authorized in the first paragraph of section 2672 of Title 28, when the claims arise outside the United States in connection with activities that are authorized under this chapter.
(2)Requirements of claim
A claim may not be allowed under this subsection unless the claim is presented in writing to the Secretary within 2 years after the date on which the claim accrues.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - 7 U.S.C. § 7752 - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 7. Agriculture § 7752. Buildings, land, people, claims, and agreements - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-7-agriculture/7-usc-sect-7752/
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