### Question
How is the term section 1256 contracts defined?


### Answer
The term **section 1256 contracts** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 411* as the following:

> given to such term by section 1256(b) of such Code.

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 411*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER II-FEDERAL OLD-AGE, SURVIVORS, AND DISABILITY INSURANCE BENEFITS**

