### Question
How is the term initial assistance defined?


### Answer
The term **initial assistance** is defined in *23 U.S.C. § 610* as the following:

> the first round of funds that are loaned or used for credit enhancement by a State infrastructure bank for projects eligible for assistance under this section

#### Citation:
  - *23 U.S.C. § 610*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6-INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCE**

