### Question
How does the law define bank holding company?


### Answer
Under *12 U.S.C. § 1820a*, **bank holding company** is defined as:

> given the term in section 1841 of this title.

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 1820a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 16-FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION**

