§ 20.100 What definitions clarify the meaning of the provisions of this part?
§ 20.101 What is the purpose of this part?
§ 20.102 What is the Bureau’s policy in providing financial assistance and social services under this part?
§ 20.103 Have the information collection requirements in this part been approved by the Office of Management and Budget?

Terms Used In CFR > Title 25 > Chapter I > Subchapter D > Part 20 > Subpart A - Definitions, Purpose and Policy

  • Assets: (1) The property comprising the estate of a deceased person, or (2) the property in a trust account.
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
  • Obligation: An order placed, contract awarded, service received, or similar transaction during a given period that will require payments during the same or a future period.
  • Public law: A public bill or joint resolution that has passed both chambers and been enacted into law. Public laws have general applicability nationwide.
  • Settlement: Parties to a lawsuit resolve their difference without having a trial. Settlements often involve the payment of compensation by one party in satisfaction of the other party's claims.
  • Statute: A law passed by a legislature.