### Question
How does MAJOR DISASTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS define essential service provider?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 5189e*, **essential service provider** is defined as:

> an entity that—


(1) provides—


(A) telecommunications service

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 5189e*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 68-DISASTER RELIEF > SUBCHAPTER IV-MAJOR DISASTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS**

