### Question
How does the law define nonprofit agency or institution?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 300j*, **nonprofit agency or institution** is defined as:

> an agency or institution no part of the net earnings of which inure, or may lawfully inure, to the benefit of any private shareholder or individual

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300j*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER XII-SAFETY OF PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS > Part E-General Provisions**

