1. not relating to or controlled by the federal government

Examples

• The nonfederal funding came from state and local sources.
• Many nonfederal agencies also participated in the relief effort.
• The university relies heavily on nonfederal grants for research.
• Nonfederal employees are not subject to the same regulations.
• The program receives both federal and nonfederal support.
• State governments handle most nonfederal education policies.