38 CFR 20.1401 : Pensions, Bonuses, And Veterans' Relief (§ 0.600 To Parts 201-299) — (§ 18.1 To Parts 201-299) — Department Of Veterans Affairs (Continued) (§ 18.1 To Parts 78-199) — Board Of Veterans' Appeals: Rules Of Practice (§ 20.1 To Appendix A To Part 20) — Revision Of Decisions On Grounds Of Clear And Unmistakable Error (§ 20.1400 To § 20.1411) — Rule 1401. Definitions.

(a) Issue. Unless otherwise specified, the term “issue” in this subpart means a matter upon which the Board made a final decision (other than a decision under this subpart). As used in the preceding sentence, a “final decision” is one which was appealable under Chapter 72 of title 38, United States Code, or which would have been so appealable if such provision had been in effect at the time of the decision.

(b) Party. As used in this subpart, the term “party” means any party to the proceeding before the Board that resulted in the final Board decision which is the subject of a motion under this subpart, but does not include officials authorized to file administrative appeals pursuant to § 19.51 of this title.