### Question
How does the law define poverty line for a single individual?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 5061*, **poverty line for a single individual** is defined as:

> such poverty line as established by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget in accordance with section 9902(2) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 5061*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 66-DOMESTIC VOLUNTEER SERVICES > SUBCHAPTER IV-ADMINISTRATION AND COORDINATION**

