38 C.F.R. § 21.340

Current through November 30, 2024
Section 21.340 - Introduction
(a)General. VA may approve leaves of absence under certain conditions. During approved leaves of absence, a veteran in receipt of subsistence allowance shall be considered to be pursuing a rehabilitation program. Leave may be authorized for a veteran during a period of:
(1) Rehabilitation to the point of employability;
(2) Extended evaluation; or
(3) Independent living services.
(b)Election of subsistence allowance. If a veteran elects to receive subsistence allowance and payment of rehabilitation services by VA, he or she may be authorized leave of absence under §§ 21.342 through 21.350 .
(c)Election of benefits at the chapter 30 rate. If a veteran elects to receive a subsistence allowance paid at the chapter 30 rate, the effect of absences is determined under §§ 21.7139 and 21.7154 .

38 C.F.R. §21.340

49 FR 40814, Oct. 18, 1984, as amended at 54 FR 4285, Jan. 30, 1989; 57 FR 57109, Dec. 3, 1992

Authority: 38 U.S.C. 1508(f) and 1510