### Question
How does the law define leased tract?


### Answer
Under *43 U.S.C. § 1356a*, **leased tract** is defined as:

> a tract that is subject to a lease under section 1335 or 1337 of this title for the purpose of drilling for, developing, and producing oil or natural gas resources

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

