§582a–7. “State” defined
As of today
16 U.S.C. § 582a–7
The term “State” as used in this subchapter shall include Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and Guam.
Notes, amendments, and revision history
(Pub. L. 87–788, § 8, Oct. 10, 1962, 76 Stat. 807; Pub. L. 92–318, title V, § 506(j), June 23, 1972, 86 Stat. 351.)
Editorial Notes
Amendments
1972—Pub. L. 92–318 inserted reference to Virgin Islands and Guam.
Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries
Effective Date of 1972 Amendment
Amendment by Pub. L. 92–318 effective after June 30, 1970, see section 506(n) of Pub. L. 92–318, set out as an Effective Date note under section 326a of Title 7, Agriculture.