### Question
What is the definition of classified information?


### Answer
The definition of **classified information** is as follows in *38 U.S.C. § 1720H*:

> any information or material that has been determined by an official of the United States pursuant to law to require protection against unauthorized disclosure for reasons of national security

#### Citation:
  - *38 U.S.C. § 1720H*
  - Heading: **PART II-GENERAL BENEFITS > CHAPTER 17-HOSPITAL, NURSING HOME, DOMICILIARY, AND MEDICAL CARE > SUBCHAPTER II-HOSPITAL, NURSING HOME, OR DOMICILIARY CARE AND MEDICAL TREATMENT**

