<span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Coverage under the </span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Defense Base Act</span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"> applies to civilian employees working on US military bases or under US government contracts outside the United States. This includes contractors and subcontractors engaged in public works or national defense projects, such as construction, security, logistics, and technical services. It also extends to those working on contracts funded by the US for foreign assistance or under agreements with foreign governments. Whether you are a US citizen or a foreign national, if your work falls under these categories, you may qualify for benefits provided by the </span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Defense Base Act </span></span><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">, including medical care, disability compensation, and survivor benefits.</span></span>