### Question
How is the "metropolitan statistical area" defined?


### Answer
The term **metropolitan statistical area** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 12902* as follows -

> a metropolitan statistical area as established by the Office of Management and Budget

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 12902*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 131-HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONS WITH AIDS**

