(a) Scope and Purpose. This subpart applies to all claims filed by
or on behalf of employees of the Department for loss of or damage to
personal property incident to their service with the Department under
the Military Personnel and Civilian Employees' Claims Act of 1964,
(hereinafter referred to as the Act). A claim must be substantiated and
the possession of the property determined to be reasonable, useful or
proper.
(b) Payment. The maximum amount that can be paid for any claim under
the Act is $40,000 and property may be replaced in kind at the option of
the Government.
(c) Policy. The Department is not an insurer and does not underwrite
all personal property losses that an employee may sustain. Employees are
encouraged to carry private insurance to the maximum extent practicable
to avoid losses which may not be recoverable from the Department. The
procedures set forth in this subpart are designed to enable the claimant
to obtain the proper amount of compensation for the loss or damage.
Failure of the claimant to comply with these procedures any reduce or
preclude payment of the claim under this subpart.
(d) Definition. Quarters means a house, apartment or other residence
that is a Department employee's principal residence.
