### Question
How does the law define electronic document?


### Answer
Under *7 U.S.C. § 241*, **electronic document** is defined as:

> a document that is generated, sent, received, or stored by electronic, optical, or similar means, including electronic data interchange, electronic mail, telegram, telex, or telecopy

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 241*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 10-WAREHOUSES**

