### Question
How is the term delayed compliance order defined?


### Answer
The term **delayed compliance order** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 7602* as the following:

> an order issued by the State or by the Administrator to an existing stationary source, postponing the date required under an applicable implementation plan for compliance by such source with any requirement of such plan

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 7602*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 83-ENERGY EXTENSION SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER III-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

