### Question
What does State alliance mean?


### Answer
**State alliance** has the following meaning in *42 U.S.C. § 1786*:

> 2 or more State agencies that join together for the purpose of procuring infant formula under the program by soliciting competitive bids for infant formula

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1786*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 13A-CHILD NUTRITION**

