### Question
How does the law define tribal governing body?


### Answer
Under *25 U.S.C. § 713*, **tribal governing body** is defined as:

> the governing body which is established under, and the members of which are elected pursuant to, the tribal constitution and bylaws adopted in accordance with section 713d of this title

#### Citation:
  - *25 U.S.C. § 713*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 13-CEDED INDIAN LANDS > SUBCHAPTER XXX&ndash;C-CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE GRAND RONDE COMMUNITY OF OREGON**

