### Question
How is the term child with a special need defined?


### Answer
The term **child with a special need** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 300ii* as the following:

> an individual less than 18 years of age who requires care or supervision beyond that required of children generally to—


(A) meet the child's basic needs

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 300ii*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER XXVII-LIFESPAN RESPITE CARE**

