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title: "State Reference"
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updated: 2026-08-10T20:23:16Z
published: 2026-08-10T20:23:16Z
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> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.idibilling.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# State Reference

This table defines the abbreviation and full name for each state (as well as Canadian provinces, and other regions in the NANP re your company may provide service).

Entries must be in this table to be used:

- In the Location field of a Rate Detail when the rating method is ***State.***
- In the Criteria Value field of a Rate Detail when the Criteria Type is ***State.***
- In the Criterion field of a Calling Area Detail when the Criterion Type is ***State***.
- In Originating Locations and/or Terminating Locations.
- To automatically assign the NLAD SAC to a Lifeline subscriber. .

To set up and maintain the States Reference table:
- In Admin Console, under Data Management expand the States folder and double-click States Reference. This displays the States Reference window.

![StatesReference](https://cdn.us.document360.io/3f7f8ade-bcb1-4ec8-af25-0c0ad8601afb/Images/Documentation/74278.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-14T11%3A07%3A43Z&se=2026-11-14T12%3A07%3A43Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=fsipyfULXlQCBTTPZpDl6iBbb5aXrw%2B38x%2B8CSLmeyU%3D)
- To add a row, right-click and select **New**. To edit a row, right-click the appropriate row and select **Edit**. This displays the Add/Update window.

**(Show picture)**

![AddEditStateReference](https://cdn.us.document360.io/3f7f8ade-bcb1-4ec8-af25-0c0ad8601afb/Images/Documentation/74281.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-14T11%3A07%3A43Z&se=2026-11-14T12%3A07%3A43Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=fsipyfULXlQCBTTPZpDl6iBbb5aXrw%2B38x%2B8CSLmeyU%3D)

![AddEditStateReference](https://cdn.us.document360.io/3f7f8ade-bcb1-4ec8-af25-0c0ad8601afb/Images/Documentation/74281.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-14T11%3A07%3A43Z&se=2026-11-14T12%3A07%3A43Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=fsipyfULXlQCBTTPZpDl6iBbb5aXrw%2B38x%2B8CSLmeyU%3D)
- Enter the appropriate information.

| ID | System-generated identifier that uniquely identifies this record. |
| --- | --- |
| State | Abbreviation of the state. |
| Name | Full name of the state. |
| NLAD SAC | 6-digit Study Area Code associated with the state for Lifeline benefits. Used only if your company offers the Lifeline program. |

1. Click **OK**.

To delete a row right-click and select **Delete**. A confirmation box is NOT displayed, but the entry is automatically removed from the table.