### Question
How does the law define Indian tribe?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 11472*, **Indian tribe** is defined as:

> any tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community of Indians, including any Alaska Native village or regional or village corporation (as defined in, or established pursuant to, the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act [43 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.]), that is recognized by the Federal Government as eligible for special programs and services provided to Indians because of their status as Indians

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 11472*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 119-HOMELESS ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER VI-EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES PROGRAMS > Part E-Miscellaneous Provisions**

