### Question
How does the law define sited compact region?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 2021b*, **sited compact region** is defined as:

> a compact region in which there is located one of the regional disposal facilities at Barnwell, in the State of South Carolina

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 2021b*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 22-INDIAN HOSPITALS AND HEALTH FACILITIES > Division A-Atomic Energy > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

