### Question
How is the term applicable period defined?


### Answer
The term **applicable period** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 603* as the following:

> the period that begins with April 1, 2021, and ends with September 30, 2022

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 603*
  - 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**

