### Question
What is the definition of agency head?


### Answer
The definition of **agency head** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 1856*:

> the head of any executive department, military department, agency, or independent establishment in the executive branch of the Government

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1856*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 15A-RECIPROCAL FIRE PROTECTION AGREEMENTS > SUBCHAPTER I-PROTECTION OF UNITED STATES PROPERTY**

