### Question
How does the law define coverage group?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 418*, **coverage group** is defined as:

> (A) employees of the State other than those engaged in performing service in connection with a proprietary function

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 418*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER II-FEDERAL OLD-AGE, SURVIVORS, AND DISABILITY INSURANCE BENEFITS**

