### Question
How does INTERCOUNTRY ADOPTIONS define central authority function?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 14902*, **central authority function** is defined as:

> any duty required to be carried out by a central authority under the Convention

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 14902*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 143-INTERCOUNTRY ADOPTIONS**

