### Question
How is the term depository institution holding company defined?


### Answer
The term **depository institution holding company** is defined in *12 U.S.C. § 1813* as the following:

> a bank holding company or a savings and loan holding company

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 1813*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 16-FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION**

