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socially disadvantaged group

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7 U.S.C. § 2003 — as used in this section

As used in this section, the term “socially disadvantaged group” means a group whose members have been subjected to racial, ethnic, or gender prejudice because of their identity as members of a group without regard to their individual qualities.

7 U.S.C. § 2279 — in this section (2 versions over time)

The term "socially disadvantaged group" means a group whose members have been subjected to racial or ethnic prejudice because of their identity as members of a group without regard to their individual qualities.

7 U.S.C. § 6712 — in this section (2 versions over time)

The term “socially disadvantaged group” has the meaning given that term in section 2003(e) of this title.

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