### Question
How is the "interstate transaction" defined?


### Answer
The term **interstate transaction** is defined in *7 U.S.C. § 2016* as follows -

> a transaction that is initiated in 1 State by the use of an electronic benefit transfer card that is issued in another State

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 2016*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 51-FOOD STAMP PROGRAM**

