### Question
How does the law define joint venture?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 13541*, **joint venture** is defined as:

> given the term “joint research and development venture” under section 4301(a)(6) and (b) of title 15, except that such term may apply under this section to research, development, demonstration, and commercial application joint ventures.

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 13541*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 134-ENERGY POLICY > SUBCHAPTER XII-MISCELLANEOUS > Part A-General Provisions**

