Definitions — Us Code Code § 18701
Us Code Code § 18701 — Definitions. Reproduced from the official United States Code, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.
§ 18701. Definitions
In this division:
(1) Department
The term "Department" means the Department of Energy.
(2) Indian Tribe
The term "Indian Tribe" has the meaning given the term in section 5304 of title 25.
(3) Secretary
The term "Secretary" means the Secretary of Energy.
(Pub. L. 117–58, div. D, §40001, Nov. 15, 2021, 135 Stat. 923.)
Editorial Notes
References in Text
This division, referred to in text, is div. D of Pub. L. 117–58, Nov. 15, 2021, 135 Stat. 923, which enacted this chapter and enacted and amended numerous other sections and notes in the Code. For complete classification of div. D to the Code, see Tables.
Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Wage Rate Requirements
For provisions relating to rates of wages to be paid to laborers and mechanics on projects for construction, alteration, or repair work funded under div. D or an amendment by div. D of Pub. L. 117–58, including authority of Secretary of Labor, see section 18851 of this title.
SUBCHAPTER I—GRID INFRASTRUCTURE AND RESILIENCY
Part A—Grid Infrastructure Resilience and Reliability
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