### Question
How is the "qualified citizens group" defined?


### Answer
The term **qualified citizens group** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 4368* as follows -

> a nonprofit organization of citizens having an area based focus, which is not single-issue oriented and which can demonstrate a prior record of interest and involvement in goal-setting and research concerned with improving the quality of life, including plans to identify, protect and enhance significant natural and cultural resources and the environment.

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 4368*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 55-NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY > SUBCHAPTER III-MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS**

