### Question
How is the "non-Federal assets" defined?


### Answer
The term **non-Federal assets** is defined in *33 U.S.C. § 3602* as follows -

> all relevant coastal and ocean observation technologies, related basic and applied technology research and development, and public education and outreach programs that are integrated into the System and are managed through States, regional organizations, universities, nongovernmental organizations, or the private sector

#### Citation:
  - *33 U.S.C. § 3602*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 49-INTEGRATED COASTAL AND OCEAN OBSERVATION SYSTEM**

