### Question
How does the law define lifelines?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 7703*, **lifelines** is defined as:

> public works and utilities, including transportation facilities and infrastructure, oil and gas pipelines, electrical power and communication facilities and infrastructure, and water supply and sewage treatment facilities

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 7703*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 86-EARTHQUAKE HAZARDS REDUCTION**

