### Question
What is the definition of local government?


### Answer
The definition of **local government** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 11371*:

> a unit of general purpose local government

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 11371*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 119-HOMELESS ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-HOUSING ASSISTANCE > Part B-Emergency Solutions Grants Program**

