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M21-1 and 38 CFR changes, week of Jul 6, 2026

1 M21-1 section changed this week. Each change shows the passages added and removed, compared with the previous stored version.

M21-1

Jul 10, 2026

Added

July 10, 2026
Use the alternate contention name when the contention name, as stated by the claimant or required for specific EPs,
results in grammatically incorrect or confusing exam request language when the contention is listed in the standardized exam request paragraphs (e.g., the contention name states the prior decision), or
needs more context.
” would be “bilateral pes planus”
” would be “posttraumatic stress disorder,” or
the contention “
Dependency and Indemnity Compensation

and 1 more added passages

Removed

June 25, 2025
Use when the contention name, as stated by the claimant or required for specific EPs, results in grammatically incorrect or confusing exam request language when the contention is listed in the standardized exam request paragraphs (e.g., the contention name states the prior decision).
” would be “bilateral pes planus,” or
” would be “posttraumatic stress disorder.”

and 1 more removed passages

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