42 USC 7142c – Museum volunteers
(a) Authority to use volunteers
The Secretary may recruit, train, and accept the services of individuals or entities as volunteers for services or activities related to the Museum.
(b) Status of volunteers
(1) In general
Except as provided in paragraph (2), service by a volunteer under subsection (a) shall not be considered Federal employment.
(2) Exceptions
(A) Federal Tort Claims Act
For purposes of chapter 171 of title 28, a volunteer under subsection (a) shall be treated as an employee of the Government (as defined in section 2671 of that title).
(B) Compensation for work injuries
For purposes of subchapter I of chapter 81 of title 5, a volunteer described in subsection (a) shall be treated as an employee (as defined in section 8101 of title 5).
(c) Compensation
Terms Used In 42 USC 7142c
- Tort: A civil wrong or breach of a duty to another person, as outlined by law. A very common tort is negligent operation of a motor vehicle that results in property damage and personal injury in an automobile accident.
A volunteer under subsection (a) shall serve without pay, but may receive nominal awards and reimbursement for incidental expenses, including expenses for a uniform or transportation in furtherance of Museum activities.