### Question
How does the law define applicable program?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 1221*, **applicable program** is defined as:

> any program for which the Secretary or the Department has administrative responsibility as provided by law or by delegation of authority pursuant to law

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1221*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 31-GENERAL PROVISIONS CONCERNING EDUCATION**

