### Question
How is the term interstate merger transaction defined?


### Answer
The term **interstate merger transaction** is defined in *12 U.S.C. § 1831u* as the following:

> any merger transaction approved pursuant to subsection (a)(1) of this section

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 1831u*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 15-FEDERAL LOAN AGENCY**

