### Question
How does the law define parents?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 675*, **parents** is defined as:

> biological or adoptive parents or legal guardians, as determined by applicable State law

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 675*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6-THE CHILDREN'S BUREAU > SUBCHAPTER IV-GRANTS TO STATES FOR AID AND SERVICES TO NEEDY FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AND FOR CHILD-WELFARE SERVICES > Part E-Federal Payments for Foster Care and Adoption Assistance**

