covered child
Defined in 2 places across 2 titles of the United States Code.
The term “covered child” means a child of the employee who, as of the employee's death—
(A) had not attained the age of 18 years;
(B) had not attained the age of 23 years and was a full-time student who had been continuously enrolled as a full-time student in one or more educational institutions since attaining the age of 18 years; or
(C) had been incapable of self-support.
Source
- 2004–present42 U.S.C. § 7385SThe Public Health and Welfare · Compensation schedule for survivors · in this section
The term “covered child” means a child who is eligible for health care and benefits under this chapter.
Source
- 2023–present38 U.S.C. § 1831Veterans Benefits · Definitions · in this chapter