### Question
What is the definition of economically distressed area?


### Answer
The definition of **economically distressed area** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 16238*:

> an area described in section 3161(a) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 16238*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 149-NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY AND PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER IX-RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT > Part C-Renewable Energy**

