### Question
What is the definition of public agency?


### Answer
The definition of **public agency** is as follows in *12 U.S.C. § 1831q*:

> any Federal, State, local, or other governmental entity, and includes any public housing agency

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 1831q*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 16-FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION**

