§ 16456. Applicability
§ 16456.
Applicability
Except as otherwise specifically provided in this part, no provision of this part shall apply to, or be deemed to include—
(1)
the United States;
(2)
a State or any political subdivision of a State;
(3)
any foreign governmental authority not operating in the United States;
(4)
any agency, authority, or instrumentality of any entity referred to in paragraph (1), (2), or (3); or
(5)
any officer, agent, or employee of any entity referred to in paragraph (1), (2), (3), or (4) acting as such in the course of his or her official duty.