### Question
How is the term Secretary defined?


### Answer
The term **Secretary** is defined in *46 U.S.C. § 53701* as the following:

> the Secretary of Commerce with respect to fishing vessels and fishery facilities

#### Citation:
  - *46 U.S.C. § 53701*
  - Heading: **Subtitle V-Merchant Marine > Part C-Financial Assistance Programs > CHAPTER 537-LOANS AND GUARANTEES > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL**

