### Question
How does COORDINATED SERVICES FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES define lead agency?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 12332*, **lead agency** is defined as:

> an existing State agency, or other public or nonprofit private entity designated by the chief executive officer of the State as the agency responsible for the development and implementation of local family resource and support programs

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 12332*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 127-COORDINATED SERVICES FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES > SUBCHAPTER I-ESTABLISHMENT OF ADMINISTRATION AND AWARDING OF GRANTS FOR PROGRAMS > Part B-Grants for State and Community Programs for Children, Youth, and Families**

