### Question
How does the law define special purpose local government?


### Answer
Under *54 U.S.C. § 200501*, **special purpose local government** is defined as:

> a local or regional special district, public-purpose corporation, or other limited political subdivision of a State

#### Citation:
  - *54 U.S.C. § 200501*
  - Heading: **Subtitle II-Outdoor Recreation Programs > CHAPTER 2005-URBAN PARK AND RECREATION RECOVERY PROGRAM**

