### Question
How is the "eligible State" defined?


### Answer
The term **eligible State** is defined in *16 U.S.C. § 1261* as follows -

> a State that meets the requirements stated in subsection (c) of this section

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 1261*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 27A-NATIONAL RECREATIONAL TRAILS FUND**

