### Question
What is the definition of material?


### Answer
The definition of **material** is as follows in *31 U.S.C. § 3729*:

> having a natural tendency to influence, or be capable of influencing, the payment or receipt of money or property

#### Citation:
  - *31 U.S.C. § 3729*
  - Heading: **SUBTITLE III-FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT > CHAPTER 37-CLAIMS > SUBCHAPTER III-CLAIMS AGAINST THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT**

