1. Of or relating to a nation (national anthem).
2. Nationwide in scope (national emergency).
national, n.
1. A member of a nation.
2. A person owing permanent allegiance to and under the protection of a state. 8 USCA § 1101(a)(21).
national of the United States. A citizen of the United States or a noncitizen who owes permanent allegiance to the United States. 8 USCA § 1101(a)(22).
— Also termed U.S. national; U.S. citizen. [Cases: Citizens
1. C.J.S. Citizens §§ 7, 12.]
NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ACT
National Aeronautics and Space Act. A 1958 federal statute that created the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), a civilian agency of the federal government whose functions include conducting space research, improving aeronautical travel, building manned and unmanned space vehicles, developing operational space programs, and engaging in other space activities devoted to peaceful purposes for the benefit of all humankind. 42 USCA §§ 2451–2484.
