### Question
What is the definition of lead agency?


### Answer
The definition of **lead agency** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 9858n*:

> the agency designated or established under section 9858b(a) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 9858n*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 105-COMMUNITY SERVICES PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER II&ndash;B-CHILD CARE AND DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT**

