### Question
How does the law define filing date?


### Answer
Under *15 U.S.C. § 78lll*, **filing date** is defined as:

> the date on which notice of such direct payment procedure was published under section 78fff–4(b) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 78lll*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 2Bdash1-SECURITIES INVESTOR PROTECTION**

