### Question
How is the "Secretary" defined?


### Answer
The term **Secretary** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 15112* as follows -

> the Secretary of Health and Human Services

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 15112*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 144-DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ASSISTANCE AND BILL OF RIGHTS > SUBCHAPTER III-PROGRAM FOR DIRECT SUPPORT WORKERS WHO ASSIST INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES**

