### Question
How does the law define multistate and local development district or organization?


### Answer
Under *7 U.S.C. § 2009bb*, **multistate and local development district or organization** is defined as:

> an entity—


(1) that—


(A) is a planning district in existence on May 13, 2002, that is recognized by the Economic Development Administration of the Department of Commerce

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 2009bb*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 50-AGRICULTURAL CREDIT > SUBCHAPTER VII-NORTHERN GREAT PLAINS REGIONAL AUTHORITY**

