### Question
How is the "eligible State" defined?


### Answer
The term **eligible State** is defined in *46 U.S.C. § 13101* as follows -

> a State that has a State recreational boating safety program accepted by the Secretary

#### Citation:
  - *46 U.S.C. § 13101*
  - Heading: **Subtitle II-Vessels and Seamen > Part I-State Boating Safety Programs > CHAPTER 131-RECREATIONAL BOATING SAFETY**

