### Question
How is the term card issuer defined?


### Answer
The term **card issuer** is defined in *15 U.S.C. § 1602* as the following:

> any person who issues a credit card, or the agent of such person with respect to such card

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 1602*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 41-CONSUMER CREDIT PROTECTION > SUBCHAPTER I-CONSUMER CREDIT COST DISCLOSURE > Part A-General Provisions**

