### Question
What is the definition of participating State?


### Answer
The definition of **participating State** is as follows in *12 U.S.C. § 5701*:

> any State that has been approved for participation in the Program under section 5703 of this title

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 5701*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 54-STATE SMALL BUSINESS CREDIT INITIATIVE**

