### Question
How is the "agency of original jurisdiction" defined?


### Answer
The term **agency of original jurisdiction** is defined in *38 U.S.C. § 101* as follows -

> the activity which entered the original determination with regard to a claim for benefits under laws administered by the Secretary

#### Citation:
  - *38 U.S.C. § 101*
  - Heading: **PART I-GENERAL PROVISIONS > CHAPTER 1-GENERAL**

