### Question
How does GENERAL PROGRAM OF ASSISTED HOUSING define supportive services?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1437t*, **supportive services** is defined as:

> new or significantly expanded services that the Secretary determines are essential to providing families living with children in public housing with better access to educational and employment opportunities

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1437t*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 8-LOW-INCOME HOUSING > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROGRAM OF ASSISTED HOUSING**

