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


### Answer
The definition of **coastal State** is as follows in *43 U.S.C. § 1356a*:

> given the term in section 304 of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. 1453).

#### Citation:
  - *43 U.S.C. § 1356a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 29-SUBMERGED LANDS > SUBCHAPTER III-OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF LANDS**

