### Question
How does the law define Federal depository institution?


### Answer
Under *12 U.S.C. § 1813*, **Federal depository institution** is defined as:

> any national bank, any Federal savings association, and any Federal branch

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 1813*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 16-FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION**

