### Question
How does GENERAL PROVISIONS define network element?


### Answer
Under *47 U.S.C. § 153*, **network element** is defined as:

> a facility or equipment used in the provision of a telecommunications service

#### Citation:
  - *47 U.S.C. § 153*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 5-WIRE OR RADIO COMMUNICATION > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

