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Veterans' Entitlements Act 1986
35BACommission determination without the need for a claim
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#### 35BA Commission determination without the need for a claim
(1) The Commission may make a written determination that a specified veteran has rendered qualifying service if the Commission is satisfied that the veteran has rendered such service.
> Note 1: A claim is not required for a determination under this section.
> Note 2: For qualifying service see section 7A.
(2) The Commission must give a copy of the determination to:
(a) the veteran; or
(b) the person described in paragraph 38(1)(aa) or (e) in relation to the veteran.
(3) A determination by the Commission under this section that a veteran has rendered qualifying service is proof, for all purposes of this Act, that the veteran has rendered qualifying service.
(4) A determination under this section is not a legislative instrument.