### Question
What is the definition of transition period?


### Answer
The definition of **transition period** is as follows in *6 U.S.C. § 541*:

> the 12-month period beginning on the effective date of this chapter

#### Citation:
  - *6 U.S.C. § 541*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 1-HOMELAND SECURITY ORGANIZATION > SUBCHAPTER XII-TRANSITION > Part A-Reorganization Plan**

