34 C.F.R. § 110.11
Definitions of “normal operation” and “statutory objective.”
For purposes of these regulations, the terms normal operation and statutory objective have the following meanings:
(a) Normal operation means the operation of a program or activity without significant changes that would impair its ability to meet its objectives.
(b) Statutory objective means any purpose of a program or activity expressly stated in any Federal statute, State statute, or local statute or ordinance adopted by an elected, general purpose legislative body.