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


### Answer
The term **interstate bank** is defined in *12 U.S.C. § 1831r* as follows -

> a bank which maintains branches in more than 1 State

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 1831r*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 15-FEDERAL LOAN AGENCY**

