### Question
How is the term applicable agencies and departments defined?


### Answer
The term **applicable agencies and departments** is defined in *15 U.S.C. § 7431* as the following:

> the agencies and departments identified in clauses (i) through (xi) of section 5511(a)(3)(B) [1](#7431_1_target) of this title or designated under clause (xii) of that section

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 7431*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 100A-CYBERSECURITY ENHANCEMENT > SUBCHAPTER I-CYBERSECURITY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT**

