### Question
How does the law define minor construction project?


### Answer
Under *50 U.S.C. § 2743*, **minor construction project** is defined as:

> any plant project not specifically authorized by law for which the approved total estimated cost does not exceed the minor construction threshold

#### Citation:
  - *50 U.S.C. § 2743*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 42-ATOMIC ENERGY DEFENSE PROVISIONS > SUBCHAPTER VII-BUDGET AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT MATTERS > Part A-Recurring National Security Authorization Provisions**

