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


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 609*, **applicable percentage** is defined as:

> 80 percent (or, if the State meets the requirements of section 607(a) of this title, 75 percent)

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 609*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER IV-GRANTS TO STATES FOR AID AND SERVICES TO NEEDY FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AND FOR CHILD-WELFARE SERVICES > Part A-Block Grants to States for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families**

