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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.
1. Repealed. Laws 1995, c. 502, § D-11, eff. Nov. 30, 1995.
2. Community action agency. “Community action agency” means a private nonprofit agency that has previously been designated by and authorized to accept funds from the Federal Community Services Administration under the United States Economic Opportunity Act of 1964. 1
3. Director. “Director” means the director of the division.
3-A. Division. “Division” means the Division of Purchased and Support Services within the department.
4. Poverty level. “Poverty level” means the official poverty level issued by the Director of the United States Office of Management and Budget.
5. Service area. “Service area” means the geographical area within the jurisdiction of a community action agency.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Maine Revised Statutes Title 22. Health and Welfare § 5321. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/me/title-22-health-and-welfare/me-rev-st-tit-22-sect-5321/
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