### Question
How does the law define program research funds?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 16377*, **program research funds** is defined as:

> funds awarded to research performers by the program consortium consistent with the annual plan

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 16377*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 149-ENERGY POLICY, 2005 > SUBCHAPTER IX-RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT > Part J-Ultra-Deepwater and Unconventional Natural Gas and Other Petroleum Resources**

