### Question
What is the definition of load-serving entity?


### Answer
The definition of **load-serving entity** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 18771*:

> given the term in section 824q(a) of title 16.

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 18771*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 162-ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE > SUBCHAPTER IV-ENERGY INFORMATION ADMINISTRATION**

