### Question
What is the definition of lifelines?


### Answer
The definition of **lifelines** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 7703*:

> public works and utilities, including transportation facilities and infrastructure, oil and gas pipelines, electrical power and communication facilities, and water supply and sewage treatment facilities

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 7703*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 86-EARTHQUAKE HAZARDS REDUCTION**

