### Question
What is the definition of applicable percentage?


### Answer
The definition of **applicable percentage** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 609*:

> for fiscal years 1997 through 2010, 80 percent (or, if the State meets the requirements of section 607(a) of this title for the fiscal year, 75 percent)

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 609*
  - 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 A-Block Grants to States for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families**

