### Question
What is the definition of metropolitan statistical area?


### Answer
The definition of **metropolitan statistical area** is as follows in *6 U.S.C. § 601*:

> a metropolitan statistical area, as defined by the Office of Management and Budget

#### Citation:
  - *6 U.S.C. § 601*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 1-HOMELAND SECURITY ORGANIZATION > SUBCHAPTER XV-HOMELAND SECURITY GRANTS**

