### Question
What is the definition of eligible entity?


### Answer
The definition of **eligible entity** is as follows in *7 U.S.C. § 8322*:

> a State, a political subdivision of a State, Indian tribe, or other appropriate entity, as determined by the Secretary of Agriculture

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 8322*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 109-ANIMAL HEALTH PROTECTION**

