### Question
How does the law define transfer?


### Answer
Under *40 U.S.C. § 17701*, **transfer** is defined as:

> the conveyance by the Government of any element of ownership, including any estate or interest in property, and franchise rights, by sale, exchange, lease, easement, or permit, for cash, credit, or other property with or without warranty

#### Citation:
  - *40 U.S.C. § 17701*
  - Heading: **SUBTITLE VI-MISCELLANEOUS > CHAPTER 177-ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS DISPOSAL**

