### Question
How does the law define publisher?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 1015b*, **publisher** is defined as:

> a publisher of college textbooks or supplemental materials involved in or affecting interstate commerce

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1015b*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROVISIONS > Part C-Cost of Higher Education**

