### Question
How is the "nonprofit agency or institution" defined?


### Answer
The term **nonprofit agency or institution** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 300j* as follows -

> an agency or institution no part of the net earnings of which inure, or may lawfully inure, to the benefit of any private shareholder or individual

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300j*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6-THE CHILDREN'S BUREAU > SUBCHAPTER XII-SAFETY OF PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS > Part E-General Provisions**

