### Question
How does the law define State system of long-term care?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 3002*, **State system of long-term care** is defined as:

> the Federal, State, and local programs and activities administered by a State that provide, support, or facilitate access to long-term care for individuals in such State

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 3002*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 35-PROGRAMS FOR OLDER AMERICANS > SUBCHAPTER I-DECLARATION OF OBJECTIVES AND DEFINITIONS**

