### Question
What is the definition of local distribution company?


### Answer
The definition of **local distribution company** is as follows in *15 U.S.C. § 717y*:

> any person, other than any intrastate pipeline or any interstate pipeline, engaged in the transportation, or local distribution, of natural gas and the sale of natural gas for ultimate consumption

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 717y*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 15B-NATURAL GAS**

