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16 U.S.C. 582a–7: “State” definedText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-121 (October 9, 2026).
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§582a–7. “State” defined

The term “State” as used in this subchapter shall include Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and Guam.

( 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 .)

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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.