### Question
What is the definition of covered individual?


### Answer
The definition of **covered individual** is as follows in *6 U.S.C. § 1170*:

> an employee of a railroad carrier or a contractor or subcontractor of a railroad carrier

#### Citation:
  - *6 U.S.C. § 1170*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 4-TRANSPORTATION SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER IV-SURFACE TRANSPORTATION SECURITY > Part B-Railroad Security**

