10 CFR 15.5 – Claims that are covered
(a) These procedures generally apply to any claim for payment of a debt which:
Terms Used In 10 CFR 15.5
- Bankruptcy: Refers to statutes and judicial proceedings involving persons or businesses that cannot pay their debts and seek the assistance of the court in getting a fresh start. Under the protection of the bankruptcy court, debtors may discharge their debts, perhaps by paying a portion of each debt. Bankruptcy judges preside over these proceedings.
- Fraud: Intentional deception resulting in injury to another.
(1) Results from activities of the NRC, including fees imposed under part 170 and part 171; or
(2) Is referred to the NRC for collection.
(b) These procedures do not apply to:
(1) A claim based on a civil monetary penalty for violation of a licensing requirement unless § 2.205 of this chapter provides otherwise;
(2) A claim as to which there is an indication of fraud, the presentation of a false claim, or misrepresentation on the part of the debtor or any other party having an interest in the claim;
(3) A claim based in whole or in part on conduct in violation of the antitrust laws;
(4) A claim under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.
(5) A claim between Federal agencies. Federal agencies should attempt to resolve interagency claims as referenced in Executive Order 12146 (3 CFR, 1980 Comp., pp. 409-412).
(6) A claim once it becomes subject to salary offset under 5 U.S.C. § 5514. These claims are subject to the provisions of 10 CFR part 16.
(7) A claim involving bankruptcy is covered by Title 11 of the United States Code.