§ 20901. Definition

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§ 20901. Definition

For purposes of this chapter, “State” includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1290.)

The words “the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico” are omitted as included in “the territories and possessions of the United States”.

Historical and Revision Notes
RevisedSection Source (U.S. Code) Source (Statutes at Large)
20901 36:2113. Aug. 10, 1982, Pub. L. 97–234, § 14, 96 Stat. 263.

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