### Question
What is the definition of Department?


### Answer
The definition of **Department** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 16531*:

> the Department of Energy

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 16531*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 149-NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY AND PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER XVII-PROTECTING AMERICA'S COMPETITIVE EDGE THROUGH ENERGY**

