### Question
How is the "portability" defined?


### Answer
The term **portability** is defined in *7 U.S.C. § 2016* as follows -

> a system that enables a coupon issued in the form of an electronic benefit transfer card to be used in any State by a household to purchase food at a retail food store or wholesale food concern approved under this chapter

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 2016*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 51-FOOD STAMP PROGRAM**

