### Question
How is the "early approved tribe, organization, or consortium" defined?


### Answer
The term **early approved tribe, organization, or consortium** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 679c* as follows -

> an Indian tribe, tribal organization, or tribal consortium that had a plan approved under section 671 of this title in accordance with this section for any quarter of fiscal year 2010 or 2011

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 679c*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER IV-GRANTS TO STATES FOR AID AND SERVICES TO NEEDY FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AND FOR CHILD-WELFARE SERVICES > Part E-Federal Payments for Foster Care and Adoption Assistance**

