### Question
How is the "interstate merger transaction" defined?


### Answer
The term **interstate merger transaction** is defined in *12 U.S.C. § 1831u* as follows -

> any merger transaction approved pursuant to subsection (a)(1) of this section

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 1831u*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 16-FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION**

