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basic need

Defined in 1 dictionary — U.S. Code

United States Code

6 U.S.C. § 821 — in this part

The term "basic need"—

(A) means any good, service, or activity necessary to protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the civilian population of the United States; and

(B) includes—

(i) food;

(ii) water;

(iii) shelter;

(iv) basic communication services;

(v) basic sanitation and health services; and

(vi) public safety.