§ 300.40 State.

Plain English summary

This section defines the term 'State' as used in IDEA regulations to include all 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the outlying areas. It is a definitional provision that establishes the geographic and political scope of entities covered by the term.

Key requirements

• State means each of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and each of the outlying areas.

Affected parties

• 50 States
• District of Columbia
• Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
• Outlying areas

Official source

https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-34/part-300/section-300.40