### Question
Can you define what evidence-based means?


### Answer
**Evidence-based** is defined as the following in *34 U.S.C. § 10554*:

> a program, practice, technology, or equipment that—


(A) demonstrates a statistically significant effect on relevant outcomes based on—


(i) strong evidence from not less than 1 well-designed and well-implemented experimental study

#### Citation:
  - *34 U.S.C. § 10554*
  - Heading: **Subtitle I-Comprehensive Acts > CHAPTER 101-JUSTICE SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT > SUBCHAPTER XXVI-MATCHING GRANT PROGRAM FOR SCHOOL SECURITY**

