### Question
How does the law define Indian Tribe?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 300f*, **Indian Tribe** is defined as:

> any Indian tribe having a Federally recognized governing body carrying out substantial governmental duties and powers over any area

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300f*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER XII-SAFETY OF PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS > Part A-Definitions**

