### Question
How is the "technical assistance costs" defined?


### Answer
The term **technical assistance costs** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 6371* as follows -

> costs incurred for the use of existing personnel or the temporary employment of other qualified personnel (or both such types of personnel) necessary for providing technical assistance

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 6371*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 77-ENERGY CONSERVATION > SUBCHAPTER III-IMPROVING ENERGY EFFICIENCY > Part E-Energy Conservation Program for Schools and Hospitals**

