### Question
Can you define what designated State agency means?


### Answer
**Designated State agency** is defined as the following in *29 U.S.C. § 706*:

> an agency designated under section 721(a)(1)(A) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 706*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 15-OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH > GENERAL PROVISIONS**

