### Question
How does the law define special needs adoption?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 673b*, **special needs adoption** is defined as:

> the final adoption of a child for whom an adoption assistance agreement is in effect under section 673 of this title

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 673b*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > 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**

