### Question
How is the "due diligence requirements" defined?


### Answer
The term **due diligence requirements** is defined in *20 U.S.C. § 1078* as follows -

> the activities required to be performed by lenders on delinquent loans pursuant to regulations issued by the Secretary

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1078*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-STUDENT ASSISTANCE > Part B-Federal Family Education Loan Program**

