45 CFR 1609.1 - Purpose.

Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 07, 2026

Title 45 - Public Welfare last revised: Jan 28, 2026

§ 1609.1 - Purpose.

This part is designed:

(a) To ensure that recipients do not use scarce legal services resources when private attorneys are available to provide effective representation and

(b) To assist eligible clients to obtain appropriate and effective legal assistance.

authority: 42 U.S.C. 2996g(e)

source: 62 FR 19399, Apr. 21, 1997, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 45 CFR 1609.1