Under section 993(g), the term “United States” includes the States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and possessions of the United States. For the requirement that a DISC must be incorporated and existing under the laws of a State or the District of Columbia, see § 1.992-1(a)(1).

[T.D. 7514, 42 FR 55468, Oct. 17, 1977]