### Question
How does the law define eligible dependent?


### Answer
Under *38 U.S.C. § 7721*, **eligible dependent** is defined as:

> an “eligible person” as defined in section 3501(a)(1) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *38 U.S.C. § 7721*
  - Heading: **PART V-BOARDS, ADMINISTRATIONS, AND SERVICES > CHAPTER 77-VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION > SUBCHAPTER II-VETERANS OUTREACH SERVICES PROGRAM**

