### Question
What is the definition of transmission system?


### Answer
The definition of **transmission system** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 16431*:

> an electric transmission facility owned, leased, or contracted for by the United States and operated by a Federal utility

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 16431*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 149-NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY AND PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER XII-ELECTRICITY > Part B-Transmission Operation Improvements**

