### Question
How does the law define United States commercial provider?


### Answer
Under *51 U.S.C. § 50101*, **United States commercial provider** is defined as:

> a commercial provider, organized under the laws of the United States or of a State, that is—


(A) more than 50 percent owned by United States nationals

#### Citation:
  - *51 U.S.C. § 50101*
  - Heading: **Subtitle V-Programs Targeting Commercial Opportunities > CHAPTER 501-SPACE COMMERCE > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL**

