### Question
What is the definition of State educational agency?


### Answer
The definition of **State educational agency** is as follows in *20 U.S.C. § 3902*:

> given that term under section 198(a)(17) [1](#3902_1_target) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965.

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 3902*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 51-ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION BLOCK GRANT > SUBCHAPTER III-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

