### Question
How does the law define small business?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 7261b*, **small business** is defined as:

> a business concern that meets the applicable size standards prescribed pursuant to section 632(a) of title 15

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 7261b*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 84-DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY > SUBCHAPTER VI-ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS > Part C-General Administrative Provisions**

