$2400 Horace Hill Scholarship

(Four Year College, Two Year College, University/Scholarship)

Purpose: Scholarships are given to children or grandchildren of a member of the Springfield Newspapers' 25-Year Club.

For more information or application visit http://www.communityfoundation.org. Qualif.: High school students not considered. Award available to U.S. citizens. Award available to employees or relatives of employees within the following industries: journalism.

Funds Avail.: Minimum no. of awards: 4. Minimum award amount: $600. No. and Amount Awarded Last Calendar Year: 4 scholarship(s), totalling $2,400. To Apply: Required: application form; transcript; financial need analysis. Deadline: 3/31.

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Money for ARTS EXCHANGES ON INTERNATIONAL ISSUES

OBJECTIVES
The Arts Exchanges on International Issues Program is only open to non-profit arts, cultural and educational organizations. The program works with nonprofit organizations to develop cooperative international group projects that introduce American and foreign participants to each other's cultural and artistic life and traditions. Our projects emphasize the relationship between the arts and broader social and diplomacy issues. We seek organizations that have a disciplinary expertise in the arts as well as broad outreach and networking capabilities with American artists.

19.409 ARTS EXCHANGES ON INTERNATIONAL ISSUES

FEDERAL AGENCY
BUREAU OF EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF STATE

AUTHORIZATION
Public Law 87-256, as amended; 22 U.S.C. 2451, et seq.

OBJECTIVES
The Arts Exchanges on International Issues Program is only open to non-profit arts, cultural and educational organizations. The program works with nonprofit organizations to develop cooperative international group projects that introduce American and foreign participants to each other's cultural and artistic life and traditions. Our projects emphasize the relationship between the arts and broader social and diplomacy issues. We seek organizations that have a disciplinary expertise in the arts as well as broad outreach and networking capabilities with American artists.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE
Project Grants.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS
International projects in the United States or overseas may involve an international exchange of composers, choreographers, playwrights, theater designers, writers and poets, filmmakers, arts administrators and visual artists. Projects should involve our posts worldwide to carry out activities supportive of the Department of State's mission to increase mutual understanding between the United States and other countries and to promote international cooperation in educational and cultural fields. Ineligible proposals would include those focusing on: sending students, other youth or individual artists overseas, speaking tours, research projects, the exchange of amateurs or semi-professionals, community-level arts presentations or vocational and technical long-term academic study programs.

Applicant Eligibility
Applicants must be public or nonprofit organizations that demonstrate disciplinary expertise in the arts and meet the provisions described in IRS regulation 501 (3). Organizations must have 4 years of experience in exchange to qualify for grants of more than $60,000.

Beneficiary Eligibility
Individual participants must be professional artists and arts administrators over the age of 25. There is no age limit for participants. Some exchanges require participants to have a minimum level of English language ability.

Credentials/Documentation
Specific criteria for the selection of individual participants is determined by the grantee organization in conjunction with the Department of State program officer.

Preapplication Coordination
This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.

Application Procedure
For open competitions, the request for proposals is published in the Federal Register.

Award Procedure
Funding decisions are at the discretion of the The Department of State's Bureau of Educational And Cultural Affairs and are based on the advice of a panel of Department reviewers and various Department officers. Final technical authority resides with the Bureau's Grants Division.

Deadlines
Deadlines for submission of proposals are established in the request for proposals or letters of solicitation.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
Decisions are generally made within 3 months of the submission of proposals, subject to the availability and timing of funding.

Appeals
None.

Renewals
Renewal grants for several of our long-term projects have been awarded in the past, in order to build on existing successful projects.

Formula and Matching Requirements
Usually a 30 percent cost-share is requested from grantee organizations.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Awards range in length from 12 to 36 months.

Reports
Quarterly program and financial reports are required.

Audits
All grants are subject to OMB Circular A-133 audits.

Records
As prescribed by USIA in grant terms.

Account Identification
19-0201-0-1-154.

Obligations
FY 07 $1,000,000; FY 08 est not available; FY 09 est not reported.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$60,000 to $300,000.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Not available at this time.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE
Department of State regulations governing exchange visitor (J-1) programs. Guidelines for grants are distributed in conjunction with the request for proposals/letter of solicitation.

Regional or Local Office
Not applicable.

Headquarters Office
Jill Staggs, Creative Arts Exchanges Program, Office of Citizen Exchanges, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Department of State, 301 4th Street SW., Washington DC 20547. Telephone: (202) 203-7500.

Web Site Address
http://exchanges.state.gov

RELATED PROGRAMS
None.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS
Previous grantee organizations and examples of projects are available from the program office.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS
Programmatic planning, project objectives and quality; organization's capacity and track record; support for diversity; expertise; cost-effectiveness; project evaluation plan; value to US-partner country relations; cost-sharing; and multiplier effect.

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Money for Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Research, $14,909,000 total funding

Purpose of this program:

To support research relevant to arthritis, musculoskeletal and skin diseases, the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) supports research training and basic and clinical investigations including epidemiology and clinical trials in each of the following program areas: The Arthritis Program supports research related to all forms of arthritis including rheumatoid arthritis, systemic connective tissue diseases, osteoarthritis, and metabolic and infectious types of arthritis. The Muscle Biology Program supports research on basic aspects of muscle physiology and disease and exercise physiology. The Musculoskeletal Diseases Program supports research relating to orthopaedic problems, osteoarthritis, bone diseases and bone metabolism, most specifically
Osteoporosis and Paget's Disease, heritable disorders of connective tissue, and programs relating to the affects of mechanical forces on musculoskeletal disease, as well as exercise and sports medicine. The Skin Diseases Program supports all forms of research on skin diseases, in particular diseases of keratin, pigmentation, basement membranes, and heritable disorders. The Centers Program supports large programs in arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin diseases. Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program: To expand and improve the SBIR program; to increase private sector commercialization of innovations derived from Federal research and development; to increase small business participation in Federal research and development; and to foster and encourage participation of socially and economically disadvantaged small business concerns and women-owned small business concerns in technological innovation. Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program: To stimulate and foster scientific and technological innovation through cooperative research and development carried out between small business concerns and research institutions; to foster technology transfer between small business concerns and research institutions; to increase private sector commercialization of innovations derived from Federal research and development; and to foster and encourage participation of socially and economically disadvantaged small business concerns and women-owned small business concerns in technological innovation.

Administered by:
US Federal Government Agency (see all agencies)
Department of Health and Human Services , National Institutes of Health
CFDA #: 93.846

93.846 ARTHRITIS, MUSCULOSKELETAL AND SKIN DISEASES RESEARCH

FEDERAL AGENCY
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

AUTHORIZATION
Public Health Service Act, Sections 301, 437, and 487, as amended, Public Laws 78-410 and 99-158, 42 U.S.C. 241, as amended; 42 U.S.C. 285d-2; 42 U.S.C. 288; Small Business Research and Development Enhancement Act of 1992, Public Law 102-564.

OBJECTIVES
To support research relevant to arthritis, musculoskeletal and skin diseases, the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) supports research training and basic and clinical investigations including epidemiology and clinical trials in the areas of skin and rheumatic diseases and musculoskeletal diseases. The Division of Skin and Rheumatic Diseases promotes and supports basic, epidemiological, and clinical studies of skin and rheumatic and related diseases. Studies range from determining the underlying basis and mechanisms of disease (including large genetic studies), to translational and clinical research aimed at the diagnosis, treatment, prediction, and/or prevention of disease. The skin program supports research in normal and diseased skin including keratinocyte biology and wound healing, and disorders such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis and other chronic inflammatory skin disorders; the vesiculobullous diseases such as pemphigus, bullous pemphigoid, and epidermolysis bullosa; acne, alopecia areata, vitiligo, and skin neoplasia. The rheumatic disease program supports research in the systemic autoimmune diseases and arthritides, including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), systemic scleroderma, autoimmune myositis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, spondyloarthropathies, vasculitis, gout, Sjogren's syndrome, and fibromyalgia syndrome. In addition, the Division supports studies on the extracellular matrix, including research on Marfan syndrome, keloid formation, and pseudoxanthoma elasticum. The Division also supports biopyschosocial research related to rheumatic, musculoskeletal, or skin diseases. Topics include behavioral interventions, pain mechanisms, neuroendocrine and neuroimmune mechanisms, behavioral and social research, and epidemiology. The Division of Musculoskeletal Diseases supports studies of the skeleton and associated connective tissues. Broad areas of interest include skeletal development, metabolism, mechanical properties, and responses to injury. Among these diseases and skeletal disorders are osteoporosis; osteogenesis imperfecta; Paget's disease of bone; vitamin D refractory diseases; and rickets and osteochondrodysplasias. Other areas of interest include treatment of acute and chronic injuries, including carpal tunnel syndrome, repetitive stress injury, low back pain and clinical and epidemiological studies of osteoarthritis. The Division supports development of new technologies with the potential to improve treatment of skeletal disorders and facilitate the repair of trauma in the normal skeleton. These include drugs and nutritional interventions, joint replacement, bone and cartilage transplantation, biomarkers and gene therapy. In addition, bioengineering, sports medicine and musculoskeletal fitness are areas of special research emphasis. This Division also encourages and supports research on skeletal muscle, its diseases and disorders, and its central role in human physiology and exercise. Topics include the molecular structure of muscle and the molecular mechanisms that produce force and motion. Muscle biophysics, cell biology, muscle biology, muscle disorders and therapies, musculoskeletal development, tissue reengineering, and regenerative medicine are encompassed in this area as well. The Division also supports research into the biology of cartilage, tendons, ligaments, mensisci, and interveterbral discs, including pre-clinical studies on injury and disease conditions affecting these tissues. NIAMS participates in the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. The SBIR program is intended to increase private sector commercialization of innovations derived from Federal research and development; to increase small business participation in Federal research and development; and to foster and encourage participation of
sociallyandeconomicallydisadvantagedsmallbusiness concerns and women-owned small business concerns in technological innovation. The STTR program is intended to stimulate and foster scientific and technological innovation through cooperative research and development carried out between small business concerns and research institutions; to foster technology transfer between small business concerns and research institutions; to increase private sector commercialization of innovations derived from Federal research and development; and to foster and encourage participation of socially and economically disadvantaged small business concerns and women-owned small business concerns in technological innovation.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE
Project Grants.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS
Research Grants provide funds for salaries, equipment, supplies, travel, and other expenses associated with scientific investigation relevant to program objectives. Individual National Research Service Awards (NRSAs) are made to individuals for research training in specified biomedical shortage areas. In addition, grants may be made to institutions to enable them to make NRSAs to individuals selected by them. Each individual who receives a NRSA is obligated upon termination of the award to comply with certain service and payback provisions. Small Business Innovation Research Phase I grants (of approximately 6-months' duration) are to establish the technical merit and feasibility of a proposed research effort that may lead to a commercial product or process. Phase II grants are for the continuation of the research initiated in Phase I that are likely to result in commercial products or processes. Only Phase I awardees are eligible to receive Phase II support. STTR Phase I grants (normally of 1-year duration) are to determine the scientific, technical, and commercial merit and feasibility of the proposed cooperative effort that has potential for commercial application. Phase II funding is based on results of research initiated in Phase I and scientific and technical merit and commercial potential on Phase II application.

Applicant Eligibility
Research Grants: Individuals and public and private institutions, both nonprofit and for-profit, who propose to establish, expand, and improve research activities in health sciences and related fields. National Research Service Awards: Individuals must be nominated and sponsored by a public or private, for-profit or nonprofit institution having staff and facilities appropriate to the proposed research training program. All awardees must be citizens or have been admitted to the United States for permanent residence. To be eligible, predoctoral awardees must have completed the baccalaureate degree and postdoctoral awardees must have a professional or scientific degree (M.D., Ph.D., D.D.S., D.O., D.V.M., Sc.D., D. Eng., or equivalent domestic or foreign degree). Nonprofit domestic organizations may apply for the Institutional National Research Service grant. Small Business Innovation Research grants can be awarded only to domestic small businesses (entities that are independently owned and operated for profit, are not dominant in the field in which research is proposed, and have no more than 500 employees). Primary employment (more than one-half time) of the principal investigator must be with the small business at the time of award and during the conduct of the proposed project. In both Phase I and Phase II, the research must be performed in the U.S. or its possessions. To be eligible for funding, a grant application must be approved for scientific merit and program relevance by a scientific review group and a national advisory council. STTR grants can be awarded only to domestic small business concerns (entities that are independently owned and operated for profit, are not dominant in the field in which research is proposed and have no more that 500 employees) which "partner" with a research institution in cooperative research and development. At least 40 percent of the project is to be performed by the small business concern and at least 30 percent by the research institution. In both Phase I and Phase II, the research must be performed in the U.S. and its possessions. To be eligible for funding, a grant application must be approved for scientific merit and program relevance by a scientific review group and a national advisory council.

Beneficiary Eligibility
Research Grants: Although no degree of education is either specified or required, nearly all successful applicants have doctoral degrees in one of the sciences or professions. National Research Service Awards: Predoctoral awardees must have completed the baccalaureate degree and postdoctoral awardees must have a professional or scientific degree.

Credentials/Documentation
Requirements are specified in the application form. Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-87 for State and local governments. For-profit organizations' costs are determined in accordance with Subpart 31.2 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations. For other grantees, costs will be determined in accordance with HHS Regulations 45 CFR, Part 74, Subpart Q. For SBIR and STTR grants, applicant organization (small business concern) must present in a research plan an idea that has potential for commercialization and furnish evidence that scientific competence, experimental methods, facilities, equipment, and funds requested are appropriate to carry out the plan. Grant forms PHS 6246-1 and PHS 6246-2 are used to apply for SBIR Phase I and Phase II, respectively. Grant forms PHS 6246-3 and PHS 6246-4 are used to apply for STTR Phase I and Phase II, respectively.

Preapplication Coordination
None. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.

Application Procedure
Research grants: Applications must be prepared either electronically through grants.gov (http://www.grants.gov) using the SF 424 (Research and Research-Related) or on paper using the PHS 398 research grant application instructions and forms (Rev. 11/2007). Individual funding opportunity announcements will indicate the appropriate application format to be used. A listing of NIAMS and other funding opportunities can be found through the NIAMS web site (http://www.niams.nih.gov/Funding/Funding_Opportunities/filter.asp), through the Grants.gov web site (http://www.grants.gov/), or on the NIH Guide to Grants and Contracts (http://grants1.nih.gov/grants/guide/index.html). For applications that require the PHS 398, the most recent version of the form and instructions are available at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/funding/phs398/phs398.html in an interactive format. Electronic applications are submitted through the Grants.gov website. Completed PHS 398 applications should be submitted to the National Institutes of Health, Center for Scientific Review, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 1040 - MSC 7710, Bethesda, MD 20892-7710 or Bethesda, MD 20817 (for express/courier service). For assistance contact GrantsInfo, Telephone: (301) 435-0714, Email: GrantsInfo@nih.gov. National Research Services Awards: Completed application forms should be submitted to the Office of Research Manpower, Center for Scientific Review, Grants, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892. This program is subject to the provisions of 45 CFR, Part 92 for State and local governments and OMB Circular No. A-110 for nonprofit organizations. SBIR and STTR Grant Solicitations and SBIR Contract Solicitation may be obtained electronically through the NIH's "Small Business Research Funding Opportunities" web page at http://grants1.nih.gov/grants/funding/sbir.htm . A limited number of hard copies of these publications are produced. Subject to availability, they may be obtained by contacting the NIH support services contractor: Telephone: (301) 206-9385; Fax: (301) 206-9722; E-mail: a2y@cu.nih.gov. The Solicitations include submission procedures, review considerations, and grant application or contract proposal forms. SBIR and STTR grant applications should be submitted to the Center for Scientific Review, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 1040 - MSC 7710, Bethesda, MD 20892-7710. Application forms for SBIR and STTR grants may be obtained through the SBIR/STTR funding announcements posted on the Grants.gov sites and the NIH Guide to Grants and Contracts (see URLs listed above). All SBIR and STTR applications must be submitted electronically. Electronic applications are submitted through the Grants.gov website. Completed PHS 398 applications should be submitted to the National Institutes of Health, Center for Scientific Review, 6701 Rockledge Drive, Room 1040 - MSC 7710, Bethesda, MD 20892-7710 or Bethesda, MD 20817 (for express/courier service). This program is subject to the provisions of 45 CFR Part 92 for State and local governments, OMB Circular No. A-110 for nonprofit organizations, cost principles of A-21 for educational institutions, and 42 CFR Part 42.

Award Procedure
Following review by the appropriate study section and council, the successful applicant is notified by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases through a Notice of Grant Award. All accepted SBIR/STTR applications are evaluated for scientific and technical merit by an appropriate scientific peer review panel and by a national advisory council or board. All applications receiving a priority score compete for available SBIR/STTR set-aside funds on the basis of scientific and technical merit and commercial potential of the proposed research, program relevance, and program balance among the areas of research.

Deadlines
New Applications: February 5, June 5, and October 5. Competing continuation applications: March 5, July 5, and November 5. Individual NRSA Applications: April 8, August 8, and December 8 Institutional NRSA: January 25, May 25, and September 25. Small Business Innovation Research: April 5, August 5, and December 5. STTR: December 1, only.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
Research grants: From 6 to 9 months. National Research Service Awards: From 6 to 9 months. SBIR/STTR applications: About 7-1/2 months.

Appeals
A principal investigator may question the substantive or procedural aspects of the review of his/her application by communicating with the staff of the Institute. A description of the NIH Peer Review Appeal procedures is available on the NIH home page www.nih.gov/grants/guide/1997/97.11.21/n2.html.

Renewals
Research grants: renewals by competitive application and review. Extension by request and administrative action. National Research Service Awards: individual awards may be made for 1, 2, or 3 years. No individual may receive NIH fellowship support at the postdoctoral level for more than 3 years.

Formula and Matching Requirements
None.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Research grants: Awards may be recommended for up to 5 years. Awards usually are made for 12-month budget periods. SBIR: Normally, Phase I awards are for 6 months; normally, Phase II awards are for 2 years. STTR: Normally, Phase I awards are for 1 year; normally, Phase II awards are for 2 years.

Reports
Research grants: Annual and final progress reports. Also annual reports of inventions and financial status reports. Annual certification with respect to research involving human subjects. National Research Service Awards: Reports are required during and after termination of National Research Service Awards to ascertain compliance with service and payback provisions.

Audits
In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations," nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. In addition, grants and cooperative agreements are subject to inspection and audits by DHHS and other Federal officials.

Records
Expenditures and other financial records must be retained for 3 years from the day on which the grantee submits the last expenditure report for the report period.

Account Identification
75-0888-0-1-552.

Obligations
Research Grants: FY 07 $396,238,000; FY 08 $395,093,000; and FY 09$394,305,000. National Research Service Awards (NRSAs): FY 07 $15,446,000; FY 08 $15,446,000; and FY 09 $15,585,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Research Grants: $2,000 to $2,100,000; $314,200. National Research Service Awards: $12,300 to $448,000; $138,000. SBIR/STTR: Phase I awards - approximately $100,000; Phase II awards - up to $750,000.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Research Grants: In fiscal year 2007, a total of 1,261 noncompeting and competing research grants were funded, including 40 SBIR and STTR awards. The fiscal year 2008 estimate is 1,258 research grant awards, including 40 SBIR and STTR awards. The fiscal year 2009 estimate is 1,269 grants, including 40 SBIR and STTR awards. National Research Service Awards (NRSA): In fiscal year 2007, 319 trainees were funded. The estimates for fiscal year 2008 and 2009 are 319 trainees each year.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE
Research Grants: 42 CFR 52; 42 CFR 66; 45 CFR 74; 45 CFR 92; Grants will be available under the authority of and administered in accordance with the PHS Grants Policy Statement and Federal regulations at 42 CFR 52 and 42 U.S.C. 241; Omnibus Solicitation of the Public Health Service for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Grant and Cooperative Agreement Applications. Omnibus Solicitation of the National Institutes of Health for Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Grant Applications.

Regional or Local Office
None.

Headquarters Office
Program Contact: Research Grants: Dr. Madeline Turkeltaub, Division of Extramural Research Activities, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, Public Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services, NIAMS, Extramural Program, National Institutes of Health, 6701 Democracy Blvd., Suite 800, Bethesda, MD 20892. Telephone: (301) 594-2463. Small Business Innovation Research Grants and Grants Management Contact: Ms. Melinda Nelson, Grants Management Officer, Grants Management Branch, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Public Health Service, Department of Health and Human Services, NIAMS, 6701 Democracy Blvd., Suite 800, Bethesda, MD 20892, Bethesda, MD 20892. Telephone: (301) 5435-5278. Use the same numbers for FTS.

Web Site Address
http://www.hhs.gov

RELATED PROGRAMS
None.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS
(1) Pathogenesis of Murine Systemic Lupus Erythematosus; (2) Chemistry and Biology of Collagen; (3) Disability in Valued Life Activities in Persons with Rheumatoid Arthritis; (4) Immunogenetics -- Target Organ Damage in Immune Nephritis; (5) Exercise and Skeletal Muscle Signaling Mechanisms; (6) Molecular Physiology of Neuromusclar Diseases; (7) Biomechanics of Spine Fracture; (8) The Epidemiology and Genetics of Hip Osteoarthritis in Elderly Men; (9) Systemic Implications of Total Joint Replacement; (10) Physiologic Loading for Cartilage Tissue Engineering; (11) Development and Regeneration of Skin Appendages; (12) Nature of Mammalian Cutaneous Permeability Barrier; (13) Genetic Analysis of Bone Structure and Strength; and (14) Epidemiology of Age-Related Bone Loss and Fractures. Small Business Innovation Research Grant: Development of Diagnostic Probes for Autoimmune Disease.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS
The major elements in evaluating proposals include assessments of: (1) The scientific merit and general significance of the proposed study and its objectives; (2) the technical adequacy of the experimental design and approach; (3) the competency of the proposed investigator or group to successfully pursue the project; (4) the adequacy of the available and proposed facilities and resources; (5) the necessity of the budget components requested in relation to the proposed project; and (6) the relevance and importance to announced program objectives. The following criteria will be used in considering the scientific and technical merit of SBIR/STTR Phase I grant applications: (1) The soundness and technical merit of the proposed approach; (2) the qualifications of the proposed principal investigator, supporting staff, and consultants; (3) the technological innovation of the proposed research; (4) the potential of the proposed research for commercial application; (5) the appropriateness of the budget requested; (6) the adequacy and suitability of the facilities and research environment; and (7) where applicable, the adequacy of assurances detailing the proposed means for (a) safeguarding human or animal subjects and/or (b) protecting against or minimizing any adverse effect on the environment. Phase II grant applications will be reviewed based upon the following criteria: (1) The degree to which the Phase I objectives were met and feasibility demonstrated; (2) the scientific and technical merit of the proposed approach for achieving the Phase II objectives; (3) the qualifications of the proposed principal investigator, supporting staff, and consultants; (4) the technological innovation, originality, or societal importance of the proposed research; (5) the potential of the proposed research for commercial application; (6) the reasonableness of the budget requested for the work proposed; (7) the adequacy and suitability of the facilities and research environment; and (8) where applicable, the adequacy of assurances detailing the proposed means for (a) safeguarding human or animal subjects and/or (b) protecting against or minimizing any adverse effect on the environment.

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Money for Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board

Purpose of this program:

To enforce Federal laws requiring accessibility for persons with disabilities in certain federally funded buildings and facilities throughout the Nation; set guidelines and requirements for accessibility standards prescribed by Federal agencies. Provide technical assistance and training on its design guidelines and standards to organizations, agencies, and individuals; and to conduct research to determine appropriate specifications for accessibility.
Administered by:
US Federal Government Agency (see all agencies)
Architecture and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board
CFDA #: 88.001

88.001 ARCHITECTURAL AND TRANSPORTATION BARRIERS COMPLIANCE BOARD

(Access Board)

FEDERAL AGENCY
ARCHITECTURAL AND TRANSPORTATION BARRIERS COMPLIANCE BOARD

AUTHORIZATION
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Sections 502 and 508, as amended, 29 U.S.C. 792 and 794(d); Architectural Barriers Act of 1968, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.; Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.; and Telecommunications Act of 1996, 47 U.S.C. 255.

OBJECTIVES
To enforce Federal laws requiring accessibility for persons with disabilities in certain federally funded buildings and facilities throughout the Nation; set guidelines and requirements for accessibility standards prescribed by Federal agencies. Provide technical assistance and training on its design guidelines and standards to organizations, agencies, and individuals; and to conduct research to determine appropriate specifications for accessibility.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE
Dissemination of Technical Information.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS
Technical information and assistance on creating a barrier free environment is available to Federal, State and local government agencies and to private organizations and individuals.

Applicant Eligibility
Requests for information may be made by the general public as well as all agencies of Federal, State, and local government.

Beneficiary Eligibility
General public, all levels of government, and private organizations will benefit.

Credentials/Documentation
This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-87.

Preapplication Coordination
This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.

Application Procedure
Requests for information and assistance should be sent to the Office of Technical and Information Services, Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board, Suite 1000, 1331 F Street, NW. Washington, DC 20004-1111. Telephone: (202) 272-0080 (voice); (202) 272-0082 (TTY); FAX: (202) 272-0081; Web Site: www.access-board.gov; E-mail: ta@access-board.gov; Technical Assistance: (800) 872-2253 (voice), (800) 993-2822 (TTY). This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-110.

Award Procedure
Not applicable.

Deadlines
Not applicable.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
Not applicable.

Appeals
Not applicable.

Renewals
Not applicable.

Formula and Matching Requirements
Not applicable.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Not applicable.

Reports
Not applicable.

Audits
Not applicable.

Records
Not applicable.

Account Identification
95-3200-0-1-751.

Obligations
(Salaries and expenses) FY 07 est not reported; FY 08 est not reported; and FY 09 est not reported.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Not applicable.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Key missions of the Board include: Developing and maintaining accessibility guidelines for the built environment, transit vehicles, telecommunications equipment, and standards for electronic and information technology; providing technical assistance and training on these guidelines and standards; and enforcing design standards for federally funded facilities covered by the Architectural Barriers Act. The Board develops and updates its accessibility guidelines and standards through a process common to most Federal regulations that invites public comment through publication in the Federal Register. About 30 publications are available from the Board, including copies of all its guidelines and standards and related guidance material, such as technical bulletins and brochures. The Board also funds and coordinates research to develop information necessary for producing guidelines or technical assistance materials.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE
Guidelines and standards available from the Board include the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG), the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS), Telecommunications Act Accessibility Guidelines, and Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility Standards. General literature and various guidance material, such as technical bulletins and brochures, are available too.

Regional or Local Office
Not applicable.

Headquarters Office
Director, Office of Technical and Information Services, Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board, Suite 1000, 1331 F Street, NW., Washington, DC 20004-1111. Telephone: (202) 272-0080 (voice), (202) 272-0082 (TTY); FAX: (202) 272-0081; e-mail: info@access-board.gov. Technical Assistance: (800) 872-2253 (voice), (800) 993-2822 (TTY).

Web Site Address
http://www.access-board.gov

RELATED PROGRAMS
None.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS
Not applicable.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS
Not applicable.

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Money for Aquatic Plant Control

Purpose of this program:

To provide for the cooperation of the Army Corps of Engineers with State and local government agencies in the control of obnoxious aquatic plants in rivers, harbors, and allied waters.
Administered by:
US Federal Government Agency (see all agencies)
Department of Defense , Department Of The Army, Office Of The Chief Of Engineers
CFDA #: 12.100

12.100 AQUATIC PLANT CONTROL

FEDERAL AGENCY
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF ENGINEERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

AUTHORIZATION
River and Harbor Act of 1958, as amended, Section 104.

OBJECTIVES
To provide for the cooperation of the Army Corps of Engineers with State and local government agencies in the control of obnoxious aquatic plants in rivers, harbors, and allied waters.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE
Provision of Specialized Services; Dissemination of Technical Information.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS
To supply Federal assistance for the control and eradication of obnoxious aquatic plants in rivers, harbors and allied waters. Nonfederal interests must agree to hold the government of the United States free from damages and to finance 50 percent of the costs of control operations. The program is designed to deal primarily with weed infestations of major economic significance including such weeds as water hyacinth, alligatorweed, hydrilla, elodea, and watermilfoil.

Applicant Eligibility
States and their political subdivisions or instrumentalities.

Beneficiary Eligibility
States and their political subdivisions or instrumentalities.

Credentials/Documentation
Letters of intent from applicants to cost-share, as required by law, for control operations. Cost will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-87 for State and local governments.

Preapplication Coordination
Cooperative action of local, State, Federal and other interests in support of the project. This program requires development of environmental documents to comply with the National Environmental Policy Act (Public Law 91-190). This program is eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs". An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review.

Application Procedure
A letter to the District Engineer at the nearest U.S. Army Corps of Engineers District Office, requesting a reconnaissance study of the problem.

Award Procedure
Preparation, approval and budget of a plan for control of problem aquatic plants.

Deadlines
None.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
From 6 to 18 months.

Appeals
There are no appeals procedures as such. The reasons for refusal will be fully stated. If reconsideration is desired, the applicant should make the changes as appropriate to the situation.

Renewals
Not applicable.

Formula and Matching Requirements
Fifty percent of the cost of developing a plan for control and fifty percent of the cost of control operations must be obtained from local and State resources.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Not applicable.

Reports
None.

Audits
Audit Office. This program is subject to the requirements of OMB Circular No. A-133.

Records
District Engineer.

Account Identification
96-3125-0-1-301.

Obligations
(Salaries and expenses) FY 07 est not reported; FY 08 est not reported; and FY 09 est not reported.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Not applicable.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Not reported.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE
Engineer Regulation 1130- 2-412 (33 U.S.C. 273) and information about the program are available from the District Engineer.

Regional or Local Office
Persons are encouraged to communicate with the office of the nearest U.S. Army District Engineer listed in Appendix IV of the Catalog.

Headquarters Office
Commander, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Attn: CECW-ON, Washington, DC 20314-1000. Telephone: (202) 272-0247. FTS is not available.

Web Site Address
http://www.usace.army.mil/business.html

RELATED PROGRAMS
10.025, Plant and Animal Disease, Pest Control, and Animal Care.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS
Not applicable.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS
Not applicable.

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Money for Applied Meteorological Research

Purpose of this program:

Through the Collaborative Science, Technology, and Applied Research (CSTAR) program, the NWS provides funding to the university community for highly collaborative applied research activities. The CSTAR program creates a cost-effective transition from basic and applied research to operations and services. This service-science linkage provides a foundation for the ongoing infusion of science and technology into NWS operations.

Administered by:
US Federal Government Agency (see all agencies)
Department of Commerce , National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
CFDA #: 11.468

11.468 APPLIED METEOROLOGICAL RESEARCH

FEDERAL AGENCY
NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION, NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

AUTHORIZATION
49 U.S.C. 44720.

OBJECTIVES
Through the Collaborative Science, Technology, and Applied Research (CSTAR) program, the NWS provides funding to the university community for highly collaborative applied research activities. The CSTAR program creates a cost-effective transition from basic and applied research to operations and services. This service-science linkage provides a foundation for the ongoing infusion of science and technology into NWS operations.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE
Project Grants (Cooperative Agreements).

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS
The funds are used by recipients to implement programs described in proposals submitted and selected in response to calls for proposals from the CSTAR Program Office. The CSTAR Program Office may support non-competitive awards in case specific instances or by direction from legislative language.

Applicant Eligibility
College and universities in the United States.

Beneficiary Eligibility
Colleges and universities with interests in atmospheric and related sciences.

Credentials/Documentation
Proposals will be considered if applicants meet the qualifications listed in solicitations.

Preapplication Coordination
No preapplication coordination is required. However, since proposals must demonstrate high levels of collaboration with operational NWS components, it is recommended that applicants discuss potential interactions with relevant NWS operational personnel prior to submission. Consultation and assistance is available through the NWS program manager. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.

Application Procedure
Standard Form 424 series, certification, and other related forms must accompany formal proposals. Detailed instructions are contained in solicitations. Proposals will be submitted through the CSTAR program manager to the NOAA Grants Management Division for review and approval. The Department of Commerce will review all projects before an award is executed by the NOAA Grants Officer.

Award Procedure
Awards are selected by the NWS Office of Science and Technology and are made on the basis of proposal evaluations and technical and administrative reviews.

Deadlines
Deadlines are announced within solicitations published in the Federal Register.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
Approval time is expected to be about four months, which includes processing the award through NWS, NOAA, and DOC financial assistance functions.

Appeals
None.

Renewals
Awards are normally issued on an annual basis.

Formula and Matching Requirements
This program has no matching requirements, however, each university normally contributes funding to further support the projects.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Awards are for a 12-36 month period, although only one year is funded at a time. Outyears are funded based on availability of funds and adequate progress. Funds are disbursed through the NOAA Accounting Services.

Reports
Semiannual technical and financial progress reports are due within 30 days of the end of the evaluation period. Final reports are due within 90 days of the expiration of the award.

Audits
Audits will be conducted in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-133 for universities and nonprofit organizations. In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133, (Revised, June 27, 2003), Audits of States, Local Governments, and Nonprofit Organizations, nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $500,000 or more in Federal Awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $500,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for the year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133.

Records
Financial records and supporting documents and all other records, i.e., property, performance work products, etc., pertinent to the agreement shall be maintained in accordance with the provisions of 15 CFR 14.53 as applicable.

Account Identification
13-1450-0-1-306.

Obligations
FY 07 $1,544,000; FY 08 est not available; and FY 09 est not reported.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$100,000 to $3,700,000. Average: $460,285.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Projects awarded through the CSTAR program are leading to a deeper understanding of meteorological factors involved in the NWS warning and forecasting programs, which, in turn, will benefit the U.S. public with more responsive warning and forecast programs. Specifically, regional and local lightning climatologies are being developed and distributed to NWS forecast offices for use in anticipating thunderstorm development; improvements to operational hurricane prediction models are being implemented; algorithms for better detection and estimation of precipitation amounts in the complex terrain of the western U.S. are being developed; and new techniques for forecasting and warning extreme winter weather events are being developed.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE
Allowable cost will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular A-87 for State and local governments and Indian Tribes; OMB Circular A-122 for nonprofit and for-profit organizations; OMB Circular A-21 for institutions of higher education; and 48 CFR Part 31 for commercial organizations. Financial assistance management will be in accordance with 15 CFR Part 14 for institutions of higher education, hospitals, and other non-profit and commercial organizations, and with 15 CFR Part 24 for State and local governments.

Regional or Local Office
N/A.

Headquarters Office
CSTAR Program Manager, National Weather Service, 1325 East-West Highway, SSMC2, Room 15326, Mailcode W/OST12, Silver Spring, MD 20910. Telephone: (301) 713-557 x150.

Web Site Address
http://www.noaa.nws.gov

RELATED PROGRAMS
11.467, Meteorologic and Hydrologic Modernization Development.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS
Awards are related to topics of regional and national importance such as developing an operational system for probabilistic quantitative precipitation forecasts in the U.S., improving the prediction of warm- and cool-season heavy precipitation events over the Northeastern U.S., improving forecasts of topographically-forced weather systems in the Carolinas and Virginia, and improving operational radar algorithms in the Inter-mountain West.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS
Selection criteria are announced within solicitations published in the Federal Register. Examples of criteria used in past solicitations included operational applicability, scientific merit, technology transfer and methodology, capability of researchers, and cost effectiveness.

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Money for Appalachian State Research, Technical Assistance, and Demonstration Projects

Purpose of this program:

To expand the knowledge of the region to the fullest extent possible by means of State-sponsored research (including investigations, studies, technical assistance and demonstration projects) in order to assist the Commission in accomplishing the objectives of the Act, and implementation of the ARC strategic plan.

Administered by:
US Federal Government Agency (see all agencies)
Appalachian Regional Commission
CFDA #: 23.011

23.011 APPALACHIAN RESEARCH, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, AND DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS

(State Research)

FEDERAL AGENCY
APPALACHIAN REGIONAL COMMISSION

AUTHORIZATION
Appalachian Regional Development Act of 1965, Section 302, Public Law 89-4, as amended; 40 U.S.C. 14101-14704; Appalachian Regional Development Act Amendments of 2002, Public Law 107-149.

OBJECTIVES
To expand the knowledge of the region to the fullest extent possible by means of research (including investigations, studies, technical assistance and demonstration projects) in order to assist the Commission in accomplishing the objectives of the Act, and implementation of the ARC strategic plan.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE
Project Grants.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS
To research or demonstrate the feasibility of plans and programs for concerted economic and community development. Priority will be given to technical assistance related to job creation projects. Project activities can include investigations, research, studies, evaluations, and assessments of needs, potentials, or attainments of the people of the region, technical assistance, training programs, demonstrations and the construction of necessary facilities incident to such activities. All developments resulting from such research, and demonstration projects must be made freely available to the general public. Existing research by other agencies is to be utilized as much as possible. Research projects are also subject to the uses and use restrictions described under the Appalachian Regional Development program (23.001).

Applicant Eligibility
Qualified candidates with subject matter experience who respond to Commission issued requests for proposals that are advertised on the Appalachian Regional Commission website (www.arc.gov).

Beneficiary Eligibility
States and local public bodies.

Credentials/Documentation
Projects must conform to the Appalachian Regional Commission Strategic Plan. Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-87 for State and local governments.

Preapplication Coordination
The Appalachian Regional Commission reviews and prioritizes research and evaluation projects necessary to further the goals of the agency's strategic plan. The Executive Director approves individual projects. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.

Application Procedure
Candidates with subject matter expertise can respond to publicly advertised requests for proposals. Requests for proposals are located on the ARC website: www.arc.gov. The Commission, comprised of the Federal Co-Chair and the 13 State governors, review and prioritize research projects to be completed each year. This program is subject to the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-110.

Award Procedure
Upon determination that the approved project is eligible within a Commission approved Appalachian Strategic Plan, the Federal Co-chairman and Executive Director determines that the project satisfies all Federal requirements.

Deadlines
None, except those imposed by each State and the general requirement of the Commission.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
From 36 to 60 days after the receipt of the application at the Commission.

Appeals
None.

Renewals
Yes, processed in the same manner as the original application.

Formula and Matching Requirements
A limited amount of discretionary authority is made available to the Commission under (40 U.S.C. 14321) of the Appalachian Regional Development Act. Annually the Commission allocates this authority to the Co-Chairmen's Committee and among the Appalachian States. The authority can be used to raise the statutory limits on ARC funding in projects implementing special regional initiatives approved by the Commission. It can also be used, with the approval of the Co-Chairmen's Committee, in cases of emergency economic distress. This discretionary authority, however, cannot be used to eliminate the funding restrictions on projects in competitive and attainment counties.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Usually 12 months. Assistance is provided as required.

Reports
A member of the Commission staff is designated as project coordinator to maintain liaison with the contractor, and monitor and evaluate progress and performance under the contract.

Audits
As required by the Commission, in accordance with the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996, Public Law 104-156. In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (revised, June 27, 2003), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations," nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $500,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $500,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt form Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133.

Records
As required by the terms of the contract.

Account Identification
46-0200-0-1-452.

Obligations
FY 07 $763,536; and FY 08 est $1,000,000; and FY 09 est not reported.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$6 to $239,706; $13,234.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS
The fiscal year 2006 program included initial or continued support of the following topics: Assessment of the National and State Energy Policy Trends: Appalachian Regional Energy Blueprint Research Brief; Non-Renewable Energy Innovation, Research to Support the Appalachian Energy Initiative; Assessment of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in Appalachia: Policy and Potential; Economic Development Potential of Conventional and Potential Alternative Sources in Appalachian Counties; An Evaluation of the Outcomes of the ARC-Oak Ridge National Laboratory Summer Math/Science/Technology Institutes; Initial Design Study for Impact Assessment of Completing the ADHS; An Assessment of Economic Base of Distressed and Transitional Counties in the Appalachian Region; Assessment of Access to Capital and Credit in the Appalachian Region: An Examination of Regional Performance and Gaps in Lending, Bank Services and Development Finance; A Program Evaluation of ARC's Infrastructure and Public Works Projects; An Analysis of the College-going and Perseverance Rates in Appalachia; Continuity and Change in Appalachia: An Analysis of Long Form Decennial Census Data for Trends in Family Income, Inequality, Earnings and Skill Levels, and Consumption Measures of Quality of Life; Assessment of Socioeconomic Correlates of Health Disparities in the Appalachian Region; Assessment of the Role of Highway Investments on Economic Growth in Appalachia, 1969-2000: Update and Extension of Twin County Growth Study.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE
"The Appalachian Regional Commission Code" (limited distribution); "Appalachian Regional Commission Project Guidelines" (limited distribution); "Appalachia" a journal devoted to the special problems of regional development (no charge); Research Program Prospectus (limited distribution) Performance and Accountability Report.

Regional or Local Office
Refer to Appendix IV of the Catalog.

Headquarters Office
Inquiries and proposals for projects should be submitted first to the Appalachian State office designated by the Governor. (See Appendix IV of the Catalog). Other inquiries may be addressed to: Executive Director, Appalachian Regional Commission, 1666 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20009. Telephone: (202) 884-7700. Use the same number for FTS.

Web Site Address
http://www.arc.gov

RELATED PROGRAMS
None.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS
See USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS
See APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS.

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Federal Government Grant: Appalachian Development Highway System, $450,000,000 total funding

Purpose of this program:

To provide a highway system which, in conjunction with other federally-aided highways, will open up areas with development potential within Appalachia where commerce and communication have been inhibited by lack of adequate access.
23.003 APPALACHIAN DEVELOPMENT HIGHWAY SYSTEM

(Appalachian Corridors)

FEDERAL AGENCY
APPALACHIAN REGIONAL COMMISSION

AUTHORIZATION
Appalachian Regional Development Act of 1965, Section 201, Public Law 89-4, as amended, 40 U.S.C. 14501.

OBJECTIVES
To provide a highway system which, in conjunction with other federally-aided highways, will open up areas with development potential within Appalachia where commerce and communication have been inhibited by lack of adequate access.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE
Project Grants.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS
The grants may be used for preliminary engineering, right-of-way, and construction of highways meeting the objectives stated above. Total highway construction may not exceed 3,090 miles for the 13-State system. The highways must be accepted and maintained as a Federal-aid highway. Refer to general use restrictions stated in the Appalachian Regional Development program (23.001).

Applicant Eligibility
State governments only are eligible for development highways within their Appalachian portions.

Beneficiary Eligibility
General public.

Credentials/Documentation
Segments must be approved by the ARC and projects must be processed in accordance with State Highway department and Federal Highway Administration procedures.

Preapplication Coordination
An environmental impact statement is required for this program. The standard application forms as furnished by the Federal agency and required by OMB Circular No. A-102 must be used for this program. The State highway department coordinates with the Federal Highway Administration, Department of Transportation (DOT), as in the case of federally aided highway construction. The District Director or State Alternate's Office will provide guidance on specific problems and technical assistance in the preparation of applications. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.

Application Procedure
The ARC has established a corridor system. The Appalachian State office designated by the State Member submits an application for construction within this system to the Commission for consideration. ARC must concur in detailed highway locations and construction centerlines. Upon such approval, State highway departments may submit plans to implement projects to the State-level office of Federal Highway Administration. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-110.

Award Procedure
Upon determination that the State approved project is eligible within a Commission approved Appalachian Highway Plan, the Federal Co-chairman notifies FHWA of centerline approval after determining that the project satisfies all Federal requirements. The Department of Transportation is then notified, administers the grants and disburses the funds.

Deadlines
None.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
Usually within 60 days after the receipt of the application at the Commission.

Appeals
None.

Renewals
None.

Formula and Matching Requirements
Funding for work on the Appalachian Development Highway System is allowed at 80%, wherever the project is located. The ARC Code and ARC Project Guidelines furnish details.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Assistance is provided as required.

Reports
The Federal Highway Administration provides the ARC with periodic reports on the progress and status of projects. Each participating State makes fiscal year reports to the Commission of its allocations expected to be obligated during the fiscal year with the following information concerning each project to be funded: highway corridor segment description, project number, type of work, and estimated cost.

Audits
The Federal Highway Administration, DOT, supervises audits for the Commission. In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (revised, June 27, 2003), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations," nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $500,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $500,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133.

Records
Records and time of record maintenance as required by the Federal Highway Administration, DOT.

Account Identification
46-0200-0-1-452.

Obligations
FY 06 est $395,295,735; FY 07 $423,820,097; and FY 08 est $470,000,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Ranges and averages vary with type of use. Allocations are within predetermined system of highways. Funding is provided from the Highway Trust Fund authorized in SAFETEA-LU.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS
At the end of fiscal year 2007, 2,655 miles were fully completed or under construction and open to traffic. This represents 86 percent of the total mileage authorized for the system.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE
The ARC Code (limited distribution); "Appalachian Regional Commission Project Guidelines" (limited distribution); applicable State Appalachian Plans and Guidelines; "Appalachia" a journal devoted to the special problems of regional development; Performance and Accountability Reports, no charge.

Regional or Local Office
Refer to Appendix IV of the Catalog.

Headquarters Office
Inquiries and proposals for projects should be submitted first to the Appalachian State office designated by the Governor. (See Appendix IV of the Catalog.) Other inquiries may be addressed to: Executive Director, Appalachian Regional Commission, 1666 Connecticut Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20009. Telephone: (202) 884-7700. Use the same number for FTS.

Web Site Address
http://www.arc.gov

RELATED PROGRAMS
20.205, Highway Planning and Construction.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS
See USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS

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Grant Money for Appalachian Area Development, $77,000,000 total funding

Purpose of this program:

To help the regional economy become more competitive by putting in place the building blocks for self-sustaining economic development, while continuing to provide special assistance to the Region's most distressed counties. This program focuses on activities which support ARC's mission to create opportunities for self-sustaining economic development and improved quality of life in the region. Activities funded must advance ARC's strategic plan. Specific program goals are: (1) Appalachian residents will have the skills and knowledge necessary to compete in the world economy in the 21st century; (2) Appalachian communities will have the physical

infrastructure necessary for self-sustaining economic development and improved quality of life; (3) The people of Appalachia will have the vision and capacity to mobilize and work together for sustained economic progress and improvement of their communities; (4) Appalachian residents will have access to financial and technical resources to help build dynamic and self-sustaining local economies; and (5) Appalachian residents will have access to affordable, quality health care. Specific objectives were developed for each goal. Grants are made either directly by the Commission or grants may supplement other Federal grants.
23.002 APPALACHIAN AREA DEVELOPMENT

(Supplemental and Direct Grants)

FEDERAL AGENCY
APPALACHIAN REGIONAL COMMISSION

AUTHORIZATION
Appalachian Regional Development Act of 1965, Public Law 89-4, as amended, 40 U.S.C. 14101-14704; Appalachian Regional Development Act Amendments of 2002, Public Law 107-149.

OBJECTIVES
To help the regional economy become more competitive by putting in place the building blocks for self-sustaining economic development, while continuing to provide special assistance to the Region's most distressed counties and areas. This program focuses on activities which support ARC's mission to be a strategic partner and advocate for sustainable community and economic development. Activities funded must advance ARC's strategic plan. Specific program goals are: (1) Increase job opportunities and per capita income in Appalachia to reach parity with the nation; (2) Strengthen the capacity of the people of Appalachia to compete in the global economy; (3) Develop and improve Appalachia's infrastructure to make the Region economically competitive; and (4) Build the Appalachian Development Highway System to reduce Appalachia's isolation. Specific objectives were developed for each goal. Grants are made either directly by the Commission or grants may supplement other Federal grants.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE
Project Grants.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS
The grants may be used for providing supplemental funds under Federal grant-in-aid programs. To be eligible for special basic grants, projects must be of high priority in the State's Appalachian development plan and be either of critical importance to a phased investment and development program for a multicounty area, or of unusual economic benefit to such area. Refer to "General Provisions for Area Development Program" of the Appalachian Regional Commission Code for additional use restrictions.

Applicant Eligibility
States, their subdivisions and instrumentalities and private nonprofit agencies.

Beneficiary Eligibility
General public.

Credentials/Documentation
Any finding, report, certification, or documentation required to be submitted to the head of the department, agency, or instrumentality of the Federal Government responsible for the administration of the basic Federal grant-in-aid program shall be accepted by the Federal Co-chairman with respect to a supplemental grant for any project under such program. Projects must conform to the ARC Code, the ARD Act, the State Appalachian Plan and annual State Strategy Statement. The Appalachian State Development Plan and the annual State Strategy Statement must be submitted by the Governors and approved by the Commission. Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular applicable to the grantee.

Preapplication Coordination
The State Alternate's Office is the coordinator for Appalachian investments. Preapplication conferences with the Appalachian local district director or the State Alternate's Office can determine within a few weeks if the project can be related to the State Appalachian development plan. The State Alternate's Office will provide guidance on specific problems and technical assistance in preparation of applications. An environmental impact statement may be required for this program, depending on the basic Federal grant-in-aid program being assisted. The standard application forms as furnished by the Federal agency and required by OMB Circular No. A-102 must be used for this program. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.

Application Procedure
Application must be submitted and approved by the State member of the ARC. All proposed projects must conform to the State Strategy Statement submitted annually prior to the Fall Commission meeting. Guidelines and forms for funding Appalachian development projects are available from the local development district director and the State Alternate's Office. A letter of transmittal signed by the State member and an executed ARC Form 1 is required with the submission.

Award Procedure
Upon determination that the State approved project is eligible within a Commission approved Appalachian State Development Plan and Strategy Statement, the Federal Co-Chairman determines that the project satisfies all Federal requirements. If a basic Federal agency will administer the project it is then notified and will disburse the grant funds when appropriate. The ARC notifies Congressional Offices and the Office of the Governor of grant awards.

Deadlines
Proposed projects are submitted by the States and must be submitted according to deadlines set by each State.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
From 30 to 60 days after the receipt of the application at the Commission.

Appeals
None.

Renewals
None.

Formula and Matching Requirements
Generally grants are limited to 50% of project costs. For projects in counties designated as economically distressed, this limit can be raised to 80%. For projects in counties designated as competitive (those that are approaching national economic norms), funding is usually limited to 30% of project costs. Funding is usually not available for projects located in counties that have attained or exceeded national economic norms. If otherwise eligible for funding, projects involving construction assistance for housing under the Appalachian Regional Development Act (ARDA) (40 U.S.C. 14503) cannot exceed 10% of total project costs regardless of location. Health operations continuation projects under ARDA (40 U.S.C. 14502) are limited to 75% of project costs after the second year of operations, even in distressed counties. The ARC Code and "Appalachian Regional Commission Project Guidelines" furnish details.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Assistance is provided until completion; funds are transferred to the basic Federal agency and disbursed as appropriate. ARC reserves the right to withdraw grants for projects not under contract within 18 months of approval.

Reports
Reporting and performance monitoring as required by the basic Federal agency or the Commission, as appropriate.

Audits
Audits as required by the basic Federal agency and the Commission. In accordance with the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996, Public Law 104-156. In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 27, 2003), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Nonprofit Organizations," nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $500,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $500,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133.

Records
Records as required by the basic Federal agency. Under the total audit concept, audits will be made on an organization-wide basis (rather than grant-by-grant) under GAO guidelines, Standards for Audit of Governmental Organizations, Programs, Activities and Functions, and for programs covered by A-102, Attachment P.

Account Identification
46-0200-0-1-452.

Obligations
FY 06 est $61,783,548; FY 07 $58,917,132; and FY 08 est $73,000,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$1 to $1,782,000; $38,102.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS
In fiscal year 2007, 493 projects were approved. The States concentrated efforts on meeting a variety of pressing needs in the Region including projects for water and sewer systems, industrial parks, entrepreneurship, training, vocational education, leadership, export promotion, health care, child development, revolving loans, and business incubators, in conjunction with private sector commitments.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE
"The Appalachian Regional Commission Code" (limited distribution); "Appalachian Regional Commission Project Guidelines" (limited distribution); applicable State Appalachian Plans and Guidelines; "Appalachia" - a journal devoted to the special problems of regional development; Performance and Accountability Report, no charge.

Regional or Local Office
Refer to Appendix IV of the Catalog.

Headquarters Office
Inquiries and proposals for projects should be submitted first to the Appalachian State office designated by the Governor. (See Appendix IV of the Catalog.) Other inquiries may be addressed to: Executive Director, Appalachian Regional Commission, 1666 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20009. Telephone: (202) 884- 7700. Use the same number for FTS.

Web Site Address
http://www.arc.gov

RELATED PROGRAMS
84.048, Career and Technical Education -- Basic Grants to States.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS
See USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS
See APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS.

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Grant for Animal Health and Disease Research, $4,205,000 total funding

Purpose of this program:

To support animal health and disease research at eligible Schools and Colleges of Veterinary Medicine, and State Agricultural Experiment Stations whose purpose is to improve the health and productivity of food animals and horses through effective prevention, control or treatment of disease, reduction of losses from transportation and other hazards, and protect human health through control of animal diseases transmissible to people.
10.207 ANIMAL HEALTH AND DISEASE RESEARCH

FEDERAL AGENCY
COOPERATIVE STATE RESEARCH, EDUCATION AND EXTENSION SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

AUTHORIZATION
National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977, Section 1433, Public Law 95-113, as amended; Section 1429, Public Law 97-98; Public Law 99-198; Public Law 101-624; Public Law 104-127; Public Law 105-185.

OBJECTIVES
To support animal health and disease research at eligible Schools and Colleges of Veterinary Medicine, and State Agricultural Experiment Stations whose purpose is to improve the health and productivity of food animals and horses through effective prevention, control or treatment of disease, reduction of losses from transportation and other hazards, and protect human health through control of animal diseases transmissible to people.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE
Formula Grants.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS
Research on animal health and disease of food animals and horses conducted in eligible institutions under the following categories: (1) Infectious diseases; (2) internal and external parasites; (3) noninfectious diseases, toxins, poisons, transportation losses, predators and other hazards; (4) diseases and parasites of wildlife transmissible to food animals and horses; and (5) diseases and parasites of animals transmissible to people.

Applicant Eligibility
Eligibility is restricted to the following public nonprofit institutions having demonstrable capacity in animal disease research: (1) Schools and Colleges of Veterinary Medicine; and (2) State Agricultural Experiment Stations. Funds are appropriated by Congress for distribution to States and eligible State institutions according to the statutory formula stated in the Act.

Beneficiary Eligibility
Eligibility is restricted to the following public nonprofit institutions having demonstrable capacity in animal disease research: (1) Schools and Colleges of Veterinary Medicine; and (2) State Agricultural Experiment Stations. Funds are appropriated by Congress for distribution to States and eligible State institutions according to the statutory formula stated in the Act.

Credentials/Documentation
The current capacity in food animal health and disease research must be documented annually by eligible institutions. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-87.

Preapplication Coordination
All eligible institutions must file a current, certified list of animal health and disease research capacity prior to the fiscal year for which funds are appropriated. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-102 and E.O. 12372.

Application Procedure
No application is necessary, but payment of funds is contingent on the approval of an annual plan for programs to be conducted. Funds can be expended only on projects approved by CSREES. This program is subject to the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-110 as implemented by 7 CFR Part 3019.

Award Procedure
The release of funds to eligible institutions is contingent upon the filing of an approved Program of Research and the certification that required nonfederal funds are available to meet matching requirements. Funds can be expended only by the recipient institution and only on research having had prior approval by The Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES).

Deadlines
None.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
None.

Appeals
None.

Renewals
None.

Formula and Matching Requirements
The Act provides that the Secretary in consultation with the Animal Health Science Research Advisory Board shall distribute 48 percent of the funds to the States on the basis of livestock value and income as determined by the Department of Agriculture data. Forty-eight percent of the funds shall be distributed on the basis of animal health and disease research capacity of eligible institutions. Distribution of a State's allocation among its eligible institutions is made on the basis of the animal health research capacity of these institutions. Animal health research capacity is measured by the annual expenditures (excluding Section 1433 funds) and scientist year equivalents in animal health and disease research in eligible institutions. The Act limits the annual Federal payment a State may receive in excess of $100,000 to that amount made available and budgeted from nonfederal sources for expenditures on animal health and disease research.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Funds must be expended or obligated in the year for which the appropriation was made. Unliquidated obligations must be paid in the fiscal year following the year of appropriation. Funds are released quarterly as needed to finance current operations.

Reports
Fiscal year annual plan of work due August 15 of each year for the fiscal year starting in October. Annual program financial report due December 1; Annual progress report due February 15; Certification of Offset and Entitlement due prior to October 1; Past year Obligations by Project due December 15.

Audits
In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 27, 2003), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Nonprofit Organizations," nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $500,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $500,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133.

Records
Maintained by project. Retain payment documents three years.

Account Identification
12-1500-0-1-352.

Obligations
(Grants) FY 06 $4,654,319; FY 07 $4,651,359; and FY 08 est $0.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$1,586 to 408,854. Average: $65,515.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Example of accomplishments include: Researchers developed the J-5 vaccine to prevent coliform mastitis infections in dairy cattle. This preventive strategy also reduces use of antibiotics protecting consumers from possible drug residues.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE
Administrative Manual for the Continuing Animal Health and Disease Research Program, August 1982; 7 CFR Part 3015, USDA Uniform Federal Assistant Regulations; 7 CFR Part 3017, Government wide Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocurement) and Government wide Requirements for Drug-Free Workplace (Grants); 7 CFR Part 3018, New Restrictions on Lobbying; and 7 CFR Part 3019, Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Nonprofit Organizations.

Regional or Local Office
None.

Headquarters Office
Deputy Administrator, Plant and Animal Science, Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service, Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250. Telephone: (202) 401-4329.

Web Site Address
http://www.reeusda.gov

RELATED PROGRAMS
10.001, Agricultural Research_Basic and Applied Research; 10.025, Plant and Animal Disease, Pest Control, and Animal Care; 10.200, Grants for Agricultural Research, Special Research Grants; 10.202, Cooperative Forestry Research; 10.203, Payments to Agricultural Experiment Stations Under the Hatch Act; 10.205, Payments to 1890 Land-Grant Colleges and Tuskegee University; 10.206, Grants for Agricultural Research_Competitive Research Grants; 10.219, Biotechnology Risk Assessment Research; 10.250, Agricultural and Rural Economic Research; 10.500, Cooperative Extension Service; 10.652, Forestry Research.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS
None.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS
None.

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Anadromous Fish Conservation Act Program, $2,100,000 total funding

Purpose of this program:

To cooperate with the States and other nonfederal interests in the conservation, development, and enhancement of the nation's Anadromous fish stocks and the fish in the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain that ascend streams to spawn, and for the control of sea lamprey.

11.405 ANADROMOUS FISH CONSERVATION ACT PROGRAM

FEDERAL AGENCY
NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

AUTHORIZATION
Anadromous Fish Conservation Act of 1965, Public Law 89-304, as amended, 16 U.S.C. 757a. through f., as amended; Reorganization Plan No. 4, 1970.

OBJECTIVES
To cooperate with the States and other nonfederal interests in the conservation, development, and enhancement of the nation's Anadromous fish stocks and the fish in the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain that ascend streams to spawn, and for the control of sea lamprey.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE
Project Grants.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS
Funds can be used for spawning area improvement, installment of fish ways, data collection, construction of fish protection devices and hatcheries, and research to improve management and increase Anadromous fish resources. Funds cannot be used for law enforcement, public relations, or construction of facilities and vessels, the primary purpose of which is to commercially harvest, handle, and process fishery products. In addition, funds cannot be used for projects in the Columbia River Basin, with the exception of the state of Idaho.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Applicant Eligibility
Any interested person or organization may propose a cooperative undertaking. However, all proposals must be coordinated with and submitted through the State fishery agency having responsibility for the resource to be affected by the proposal.

Beneficiary Eligibility
General public.

Credentials/Documentation
Proposal with statement of work and budget estimate accompanied with SF-424. Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-87 for State and local governments.

APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS

Preapplication Coordination
The standard application forms as furnished by the Federal agency must be used for this program. Applications must be coordinated with the State fishery agency having responsibility for the resource affected by the proposal. This program is eligible for coverage under E.O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as the single point of contact in his or her State for more information on the process the State requires to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review.

Application Procedure
Proposals are submitted through Grants.Gov. Applicants will need to enter the Funding Opportunity Number and/or CFDA number to access the application package and instructions. Application package will then be submitted directly to the (Name of your Office - Example Coastal Services Center). Proposals are subject to the requirements of 15 CFR Parts 14 and 24, as applicable.

Award Procedure
Applications are evaluated by the National Marine Fisheries Service Regional office and processed by the Grants Management Division, Office of Administration, NOAA.

Deadlines
Project applications should be submitted 90 days in advance of desired effective date.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
75 days or less.

Appeals
None.

Renewals
None.

ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS

Formula and Matching Requirements
The Federal share of a project cost shall usually not exceed 50 percent. However, projects supporting an interstate Fishery Management Plan, the Federal share may be up to 90 percent. Real and personal property owned or controlled by a cooperator may be used in lieu of matching funds. Such real and personal property must be directly related to the work involved and must be an appropriate cost item of the project. Property may be used as matching funds until the total appraised value is exhausted.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Awards are normally for a 12 month period but in some instances, award periods may extend beyond 12 months, or may be completed in less than 12 months. Award funds must be spent in the indicated budget period and is expended in accordance with DOC/NOAA finance and reporting procedures.

POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS

Reports
Reporting requirements are outlined in the Terms and Conditions of the Financial Assistance Award. Progress reports summarize work accomplished and explain situations where expected work has not been completed. Financial reports indicate use of funds during the REPORTING PERIOD.

Audits
In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A- 133 (Revised, June 27, 2003), recipients that are States, Local Governments, Nonprofit Organizations (to include Hospitals), and Institutions of Higher Learning shall be subject to the audit requirements contained in the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (31 U.S.C. 7501-7507). Commercial organizations shall be subject to the audit requirements as stipulated in the award document.

Records
Generally, a recipient is required to retain records relating to a particular grant for three (3) years from the date of submission of the final financial report. In cases where litigation, claim or an audit is initiated prior to expiration of the three-year period, records must be retained until the action and resolution of any issues associated with it are complete or until the end of the three-year retention period; whichever has the latest end date.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Account Identification
13-1450-0-1-306.

Obligations
(Grants and Cooperative Agreements) FY 06 est $1,900,000; FY 07 est $1,900,000; and FY 08 est not available.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance
$2,000 to $400,000. Average: $40,000.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Northeast Region: AFC work was conducted on the following projects: Connecticut Anadromous Fish Investigations; Atlantic Sturgeon in the Delaware River; Restoration of American Shad & River Herring in the Androscoggin River; A Study of the Striped Bass in the Marine District of New York State: Juvenile Striped Bass Fund; and Age and Time Specific Estimates of Natural and Fishing Mortality Rates for Striped Bass (Virginia).

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE
50 CFR Part 401; available from Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries (F/SF), National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910, or from regional offices without cost. Allowable cost will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular A-87 for State and local governments and Indian Tribes; OMB Circular A-122 for nonprofit and for-profit organizations; OMB Circular A-21 for institutions of higher education; and 48 CFR Part 31 for commercial organizations. Financial assistance management will be in accordance with 15 CFR Part 14 for institutions of higher education, hospitals, and other non-profit and commercial organizations, and with 15 CRF Part 24 for state and local governments.

INFORMATION CONTACTS

Regional or Local Office
Potential applicants should make initial contact relative to this program at the Regional Office of the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) that has jurisdiction over the geographic area that the project is proposed for. Alaska: Alaska Regional Office, Shawn Carey, NMFS, P.O. Box 12668, Juneau, AK 99802- 1668. Telephone: (907) 586-7845. Use the same numbers for FTS. E-mail: shawn.carey@noaa.gov. Northeast: Harold C. Mears, Director, State, Federal and Constituent Programs Office, National Marine Fisheries Service, Northeast Region, One Blackburn Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930- 2298. Telephone: (978) 281-9243. Fax: (978) 281-9117. E-mail: Grants.Information@noaa.gov. Northwest Regional Office, Kevin Ford or Stephen Freese, 7600 Sand Point Way, NE, Seattle, WA 98115-6349. Telephone: (206) 526-6115 or 6113). E-mail: Kevin.ford@noaa.gov, or Stephen.freese@noaa.gov. Southeast: Cynthia Binkley, Federal Program Officer, State/Federal Liaison Branch, 263 13th Ave. South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, Telephone: (727) 824-5324. Fax: (727) 824-5364.Email: Cynthia.Binkley@noaa.gov. Southwest: Patricia Culver, Federal Program Officer, 501 W. Ocean Blvd., Suite 4200, Long Beach, CA 90802. Telephone: (562)980-4239. Fax: (562)980-4047. E-mail: trisha.culver@noaa.gov.

Headquarters Office
Headquarters Office Program Contact: Director, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, National Marine Fisheries Service, 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910,Telephone: (301) 713-2334. Fax: (301)713-0596. E-mail: anne.lang@noaa.gov. Web Site Address: http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/sfa/state_federal/state_federal.htm.

Web Site Address
Southeast Region: http://sero.nmfs.noaa.gov/grants/grants.htm Northeast Region: http://www.nero.noaa.gov/StateFedOff/ Northwest Region: http://www.nwr.noaa.gov/

RELATED PROGRAMS
11.407, Interjurisdictional Fisheries Act of 1986; 11.417, Sea Grant Support.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS
Research projects to determine population characteristics and monitor catch, escapement and production levels of Anadromous species, construction projects to build or modernize hatcheries, operation and maintenance of hatcheries, fish screens and fish ways, tagging studies, data collection, etc. Northeast Region: AFC work was conducted on the following projects: Connecticut Anadromous Fish Investigations; Atlantic Sturgeon in the Delaware River; Restoration of American Shad & River Herring in the Androscoggin River; A Study of the Striped Bass in the Marine District of New York State: Juvenile Striped Bass Fund; and Age and Time Specific Estimates of Natural and Fishing Mortality Rates for Striped Bass (Virginia). Southeast Region: Research continues to determine status of striped bass population in Mississippi, the collection of fishery-dependent data for American shad in South Carolina, and alosid management in the Albemarle Sound area. Southwest Region: Salmon and steelhead research, management and enhancement. Alaska Region: Salmon Research and Management projects conducted by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game and University of Washington.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS
Applications are judged on the degree to which they contribute to the purpose of the Act, expected results and benefits, soundness of scientific approach, cost effectiveness, and other factors.

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Americans With Disabilities Act Technical Assistance Program, $16,077,000 total funding

Purpose of this program:

To ensure that public accommodations and commercial facilities and State and local governments learn of the requirements of Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and acquire the knowledge needed to comply voluntarily with these requirements.


16.108 AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

(ADA)

FEDERAL AGENCY
CIVIL RIGHTS DIVISION, DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

AUTHORIZATION
Americans with Disabilities Act, Public Law 101-336, Section 506.

OBJECTIVES
To ensure that public accommodations and commercial facilities and State and local governments learn of the requirements of Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and acquire the knowledge needed to comply voluntarily with these requirements.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE
Dissemination of Technical Information; Training; Investigation of Complaints; Project Grants.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS
Grants limited to the provision of technical assistance and educational activities that have a wide impact, including the development and dissemination of materials, the conduct of seminars, conferences, and training, and the provision of technical assistance on a state, regional or national basis depending on the funding priorities announced each year. Because the grant program is educational in nature, the Department does not fund projects to research or resolve issues that are outside the scope of the Department's current ADA regulations and court interpretations. The program is not intended to fund or support site- specific compliance implementation (e.g., funding to make specific facilities more accessible), or to fund or support inspections, reviews, or tests to determine whether an entity is meeting its compliance obligations. The program does not provide funding to help people with disabilities become more productive or acquire services they need because of their disability.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Applicant Eligibility
Nonprofit organizations, including trade and professional associations or their subsidiaries, organizations representing State and local governments or their employees, other organizations representing entities covered by the ADA, State and local governments agencies, national and State-based organizations representing persons with disabilities, and individuals.

Beneficiary Eligibility
The target audiences of funded grants will include State and local governments, businesses and nonprofit organizations that operate public accommodations and commercial facilities, and individuals who want information about their rights or responsibilities under the ADA.

Credentials/Documentation
Not applicable.

APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS

Preapplication Coordination
None. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.

Application Procedure
When funds are available, a notice of solicitation of grant applications is published in Federal Register. Applications are typically submitted in 45 to 60 days prior to award. Solicitation requires that the following forms be submitted with the application: SF 424 and 424A Application for Federal Assistance; Office of Justice Programs (OJP) Form 4000-3 (attached to SF 424); OJP Form 4061/6 (3-91); certifications regarding lobbying, debarment, suspension, and other responsibility matters; and Drug-Free Workplace Requirement; OJP Form 7120/1 (1/85), Accounting System and Financial Capability Questionnaire.

Award Procedure
Final award decisions are made by the Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division. Civil Rights Division Program personnel receive and review proposals and make recommendations to the Assistant Attorney General. All grants are made directly to applicants. No State Plan required.

Deadlines
Variable. Announced in the solicitation published in the Federal Register.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
The range is 60-120 days.

Appeals
None.

Renewals
None.

ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS

Formula and Matching Requirements
Not applicable.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Normally 12 months. Release by Letter of Credit and as required.

POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS

Reports
Quarterly financial (SF 269A (Rev. 4/88)) and program (OJP 4587/1 (Rev. 2/90)) reports.

Audits
Grants may be audited by the Office of Justice Programs using standard audit procedure mandated by GAO.

Records
Organization financial audits for each calendar year in which grant was effective.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Account Identification
15-0128-0-1-752.

Obligations
(Grants) FY 06 $0; FY 07 $0; and FY 08 est $0. (Salaries and Expenses) FY 06 est $16,626,000; FY 07 est $17,400,000; and FY 08 est $17,973,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Not available.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS
In FY 2006, DRS entered a consent decree to improve the accessibility of Detroit's fixed route public bus systems and negotiated nationwide consent decrees with the country's largest movie theater chains to provide comparable lines of sight for patrons who use wheelchairs in stadium style movie theaters. DRS joined a settlement agreement with Washington Hospital Center and private plaintiffs to provide accessible hospital rooms and equipment to individuals with disabilities. It resolved by consent decree a lawsuit alleging that Royal Oak, Michigan, violated the ADA by denying Easter Seals a land use permit needed to relocate a day facility, Dreams Unlimited Clubhouse, that provides support services for adults with severe and persistent mental illness. DOJ entered into an agreement with Ticketmaster, Inc., to make its ticketing services more accessible for people with disabilities; required a Missouri nursing home, by consent decree, to pay damages to a nurses aide allegedly fired because of HIV disease and to adopt policies to prevent HIV discrimination in its employment practices; entered a consent decree that resolves allegations that Town Sports International, Inc., excluded a child from one of its summer camps because of her diabetes in violation of the ADA. The Department reached two comprehensive settlement agreements with the University of Chicago and Colorado College, the first under an initiative to review private colleges and universities, including proprietary schools. Both agreements address a wide array of issues and require the schools to ensure increased access to their campuses for students, faculty, and visitors particularly those with mobility, hearing, and vision disabilities. The Department also entered into a settlement agreement with NPC International, Inc. which operates approximately 800 Pizza Hut restaurants in 25 states and is the largest single franchisee of Pizza Hut restaurants in the United States. Formal settlement agreements were secured under Project Civic Access to ensure that the local government programs of 139 communities were accessible to a broad range of people with disabilities, bringing the number of agreements reached under this initiative to 146 through FY 2006. Much of the Department's enforcement effort focuses on resolution without litigation or formal agreements. For example, under a contract the Department refers complaints to professional mediators who have been trained in the legal requirements of the ADA. This has resulted in many mediated agreements. The Department's successful enforcement and educational efforts are detailed in quarterly reports published by the Section and available online. The Technical Assistance Program, mandated under Section 506 of the ADA, provides answers to questions and free publications to businesses, state and local governments, people with disabilities, and the general public. In FY 2006, more than 46,000 calls to the ADA Information Line were answered by ADA Specialists who assisted callers in applying the ADA to their own unique situations. The Section develops and disseminates free ADA publications, provides training and information at meetings nationwide, and carries out a variety of outreach and educational initiatives to reach audiences affected by the ADA. The Section's technical assistance publications range from detailed technical assistance manuals to basic Question-and-Answer booklets and illustrated guides addressing specific topics. Publications can be obtained 24 hours a day through a free fax-on-demand service or through the Section's ADA Website. This web site, one of the top five in the Department, received more than 49 million visits to its pages and graphics in FY 2006. The Section also chairs an ADA Technical Assistance Coordinating Committee and works with other agencies to coordinate technical assistance activities nationwide.
In FY 2006, the Section Created Expanding Your Market, a new series of concise, reproducible documents offering resources for businesses working to improve access and everyday examples of how accessibility can serve diverse market segments. The first four publications in the series are titled Customers with Disabilities Mean Business, Tax Incentives for Businesses, Accessibility Benefits Older Adult Customers and Building a Diverse Customer Base. The Section participated in more than 70 speaking and outreach events reaching over 200,000 people in FY 2006, including sending staff to distribute information and answer questions at nine national conferences and one state fair to promote public awareness of the ADA. The Section also publishes annually an article about the ADA-related tax credits and deductions in an IRS newsletter that reached seven million businesses nationwide. In FY 2006, the ADA Business Connection conducted four Leadership meetings in Washington, D.C., Boca Raton, FL, Chicago, IL, and Albuquerque, NM. This initiative, headed by the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, seeks to improve access to goods and services and increase employment of people with disabilities by fostering increased understanding of ADA requirements within the business community and increased dialogue and cooperation between the business and disability communities.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE
Notice of solicitation of grant applications, Federal Register 25980-25983, June 5, 1991. Notice of solicitation of grant applications, Federal Register 13797-13208, March 15, 1993, and Federal Register 15523, March 23, 1993. Notice of solicitation of grant applications, Federal Register 29160-29168, June 3, 1994. Notice of solicitation of grant applications, Federal Register 28484-28489, May 31, 1995. Notice of solicitation of grant applications, Federal Register 25744-25749, May 22, 1996.

INFORMATION CONTACTS

Regional or Local Office
None.

Headquarters Office
Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, Disability Rights Section, Washington, DC 20530. Telephone: (800) 514- 0301 (Voice) (800) 514-0383 (TDD). Contact: Office of Public Affairs, Telephone: (Voice) (202) 514-2007; (TDD) (202) 514-1888.

Web Site Address
www.ada.gov

RELATED PROGRAMS
None.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS
The Police Executive Research Forum was awarded funding to create a set of materials on protecting the rights of persons with seizure disorders, speech and hearing impairments, mental retardation, and mental illness, to be integrated into police academy training and others for use in on-the-job roll-call training. The Chief Officers of State Library Agencies was awarded funding to place a collection of ADA material in 15,000 local libraries nationwide. The National Association of Towns and Township was awarded funding to produce ADA training materials to assist regional and State ADA technical assistance providers in educating officials from small towns across the country on how to comply with the ADA. The American Association of Retired Persons was awarded funding to create materials and conduct training sessions throughout the country to educate older persons with disabilities about their rights under the ADA. In 1995 and 1996, the Program funded state based grant projects to increase knowledge about the requirements of the ADA and awareness of resources available locally and at the State, regional, and national levels.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS
Criteria for selection of projects published in the solicitation of application.

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