### Question
What is the definition of substantially underserved trust area?


### Answer
The definition of **substantially underserved trust area** is as follows in *7 U.S.C. § 936f*:

> a community in "trust land" (as defined in section 3765 of title 38) with respect to which the Secretary determines has a high need for the benefits of an eligible program

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 936f*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 31-RURAL ELECTRIFICATION AND TELEPHONE SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER III-RURAL ELECTRIC AND TELEPHONE DIRECT LOAN PROGRAMS**

