### Question
How is the term unit of general local government defined?


### Answer
The term **unit of general local government** is defined in *29 U.S.C. § 1503* as the following:

> any general purpose political subdivision of a State which has the power to levy taxes and spend funds, as well as general corporate and police powers

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 1503*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 19-JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP**

