### Question
How does the law define Agency?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 299c*, **Agency** is defined as:

> the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 299c*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER VII-AGENCY FOR HEALTHCARE RESEARCH AND QUALITY > Part D-General Provisions**

