### Question
How does the law define hour of service?


### Answer
Under *29 U.S.C. § 1052*, **hour of service** is defined as:

> a time of service determined under regulations prescribed by the Secretary

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 1052*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 18-EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT INCOME SECURITY PROGRAM > SUBCHAPTER I-PROTECTION OF EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RIGHTS > Subtitle B-Regulatory Provisions > part 2-participation and vesting**

