### Question
What is the definition of private sector?


### Answer
The definition of **private sector** is as follows in *2 U.S.C. § 658*:

> all persons or entities in the United States, including individuals, partnerships, associations, corporations, and educational and nonprofit institutions, but shall not include State, local, or tribal governments

#### Citation:
  - *2 U.S.C. § 658*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 17A-CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET AND FISCAL OPERATIONS > SUBCHAPTER II-FISCAL PROCEDURES > Part B-Federal Mandates**

