10.853 RURAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

LOANS AND GRANTS

FEDERAL AGENCY: RURAL ELECTRIFICATION ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AUTHORIZATION: Rural Electrification Act of 1936, as amended,

Title III, 7 U.S.C. 930-940.

OBJECTIVES: To promote rural economic development and job creation projects, including funding for project feasibility studies, start-up costs, incubator projects, and other reasonable expenses for the purpose of fostering rural development.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: No loans or grants shall be made for any projects of which any director, officer or owner of the borrower or close relative thereof is an owner or which would create a conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest; provided, however, cooperative members are not to be considered owners of borrowers in this determination. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant Eligibility: Electric and telephone utilities that have current REA loans or guarantees outstanding and are in good standing, (includes rural telephone bank borrowers). Beneficiary Eligibility: Rural electrical cooperatives and communities serviced by rural electric cooperatives.

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

APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS:

Preapplication Coordination: This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-102 and E.O. 12372. Application Procedure: This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-110.

Award Procedure: Not applicable.
Deadlines: None.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Open ended.
Appeals: Not applicable.

Renewals: Not applicable.

ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS:

Formula and Matching Requirements: Not applicable. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Not applicable. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Not applicable.

Audits: None.

Records: Not applicable.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Account Identification: 12-4230-0-3-271.

Obligations: (Grants) FY 87 $0; FY 88 est $0; and FY 89 est $1,000,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance: The range and average has not been established.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: None.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Rural Electri fication Act of 1936. INFORMATION CONTACTS:

Regional or Local Office: None.

Headquarters Office: Administrator, Rural Electrification Adminis tration, Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250. Telephone: (202) 382-9540. (Use same 7-digit number for FTS.) RELATED PROGRAMS: None.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: This is a new program, no

examples are available.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Not applicable.

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11.109 TRADE ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE

FEDERAL AGENCY: INTERNATIONAL TRADE ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

AUTHORIZATION: Trade Act of 1974, Title II, Public Law 93-618, as amended, 88 Stat. 1978, 19 U.S.C. 2101-2487. OBJECTIVES: To provide trade adjustment assistance to firms and industries adversely affected by increased imports. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Direct Loans; Guaranteed/Insured Loans; Dissemination of Technical Information.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Under Chapter 3 of Title II, a firm may petition the International Trade Administration (ITA) of the Department of Commerce for certification as being impacted by import competition within the context of the Trade Act of 1974. ITA funds a network of 12 Trade Adjustment Assistance Centers (TAACs) with professional staff and funds for consultants to help firms submit certification petitions and to provide technical assistance to eligible firms. Firms that believe they may meet these criteria may contact ITA's Office of Trade Adjustment Assistance (OTAA) or one of the 12 ITA funded TAACS. If the firm appears to meet Trade Act certification criteria, the appropriate TAAC can help the firm complete and submit a petition to OTAA. If the firm is certified, it may apply to a TAAC for technical assistance in diagnosing its problems and assessing its opportunities. If the firm appears to have a reasonable chance of recovery, the TAAC assists the firm in developing an adjustment proposal which outlines the firm's recovery strategy and any need for implementation of technical assistance. If the firm's adjustment proposal is accepted by OTAA, the firm is authorized to apply for technical assistance to implement the recovery strategy. In virtually all cases, the firm applies to the TAAC for implementation of technical assistance. Technical assistance is also available to help firms apply for private sector financing. Organizations representing trade-injured industries may apply to OTAA to receive industry-wide assist

ance.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant Eligibility: A firm must demonstrate that increased imports of articles like or directly competitive with those produced by the firm contributed importantly to declines in sales or production and to separation or threat of separation of a significant portion of the firm's workers. An eligible firm must submit an acceptable adjustment proposal in order to apply for technical assistance. For an industry association or other organization to be eligible for industry assistance, evidence must be submitted demonstrating that the industry has declining production/sales in the face of increasing imports, and the industry must include a significant number of Trade Act certified firms or worker groups. For TAACs, organizations with a proven business assistance trade record are eligible. Beneficiary Eligibility: Firms certified by the Secretary of Commerce as eligible for adjustment assistance. Industries that can demonstrate that they have been injured by imports, and include a significant number of Trade Act certified firms or worker groups. Credentials/Documentation: a) For firms a certified firm must submit an acceptable proposal for its economic recovery including an explanation of the strategy and plan of action the firm intends to employ to adjust to the impact of imports, supported by financial, employment and sales data, a description of assistance needs, and other supporting materials. b) For industries - after discussions with OTAA staff resulting in an invitation to apply for assistance, an industry applicant must submit an acceptable application documenting its import injury and describing the need for the cost and the work elements of the assistance requested. Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-87 for State and local Governments, A-122 “Cost Principles for Nonprofit Organi

zations," and A-21 "Cost Principles for Educational Institutions," apply.

APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS:

Preapplication Coordination: A certified firm should work closely with the appropriate TAAC in petitioning for certification, in diagnosing its problems and developing its adjustment proposal, and in applying for implementation assistance. An industry association or other organization interested in receiving an industry assistance cooperative agreement must meet with the OTAA staff to discuss the industry's problems, opportunities, and assistance needs. Application Procedure: Firms must submit a Petition for Certification of Eligibility to apply for Trade Adjustment Assistance (Form ITA-840P). If certified by ITA, the firm may within two years submit an acceptable adjustment proposal and an application for technical assistance. A letter request for technical assistance may be submitted to the appropriate TAAC. Industry associations or other organizations seeking industry assistance may submit an application identified as Standard Form 424 (found in OMB Circular No. A-110), if encouraged to do so as a result of the meeting with OTAA representatives. 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 subject to the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-110. Award Procedure: To be approved, adjustment proposals for certified firms must demonstrate that they: (1) Are reasonably calculated materially to contribute to the economic adjustment of the firm; (2) give adequate consideration of the interests of the workers of the firm; and (3) demonstrate that the firm is using its resources for its economic adjustment. To be approved, application for industry awards must demonstrate that the industry is trade injured, that the industry includes a significant number of Trade Act certified firms or worker groups, and that the requested assistance is likely to improve the industry's competitive position. Deadlines: In the case of firms, acceptable adjustment proposals must be filed within 2 years of certification of eligibility. For industry projects, there is no deadline; however, acceptable applications will be funded as funds for industry projects are available. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Up to 60 days after a firm's adjustment proposal for assistance is received. Acceptable industry applications will be processed as funds are available, normally 1 to 3 months is required for agency approval. Appeals: Petitioners may appeal in writing within 60 days to the Assistant Secretary for Trade Development, Department of Commerce, from a denial of certification of eligibility to apply for trade adjustment assistance. Adjustment proposals not accepted may be revised and re-submitted as long as the firm remains eligible. Industry assistance applications not funded, can be revised and re-submitted.

Renewals: None.

ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS:

Formula and Matching Requirements: A firm will be required to share a minimum of 25 percent of the cost of technical assistance. Generally, a minimum 50 percent share of the cash cost of the project is required for industry assistance cooperative agreements. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Assistance is phased according to the requirements of the approved adjustment proposal, but generally requires 6 to 18 months. Industry assistance cooperative agreements are generally 12 to 18 months, but may be longer for tasks requiring more time to complete.

POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Periodic reporting of operating results and progress, financial statements, and summary of funds spent.

Audits: Required as specified in OMB grant circulars and guidelines. In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-128,

"Audits of State and Local Governments," State and local governments that receive financial assistance of $100,000 or more within the State's fiscal year shall have an audit made for that year. State and local governments that receive between $25,000 and $100,000 within the State's fiscal year shall have an audit made in accordance with Circular No. A-128, or in accordance with Federal laws and regulations governing the programs in which they participate.

Records: Records are required to be maintained for 3 years after submittal of final financial status reports.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Account Identification: 13-1250-0-1-376.

Obligations: (Cooperative Agreements) FY 87 $13,800,001; FY 88 est $13,320,000; and FY 89 est no funds requested. (Operations and administration) FY 87 $1,310,000; FY 88 est $1,838,000; and FY 89 est no funds requested.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance: For technical assistance to firms, $5,000 to $150,000; for industry assistance, $25,000 to $500,000.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1986, 178 firms were certified eligible to receive trade adjustment assistance, 402 firms received technical assistance and five trade injured industries were aided. In fiscal 1987, 110 firms were certified eligible to receive trade adjustment assistance, 270 firms received technical assistance and three trade injured industries were aided. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Copies of pertinent regulations, guidelines, a TAA information package, and forms, are available from the headquarters office or the Trade Adjustment Assistance Centers (TAACs).

INFORMATION CONTACTS:

Regional or Local Office: Local Department of Commerce District Offices are listed in Appendix IV of the Catalog. The current TAACS are located in Boston, MA; Binghamton, NY; New York City, NY; Trenton, NJ; Philadelphia, PA; Ann Arbor, MI; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Boulder, CO; Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; Columbia, MD and San Antonio, TX.

Headquarters Office: For firm and industry assistance information: Daniel F. Harrington, Director, Technical Assistance Division, Office of Trade Adjustment Assistance, International Trade Administration, Department of Commerce, 14th & E Streets, NW., Washington, DC 20230. Telephone: (202) 377-3373. (Use same 7digit number for FTS.)

RELATED PROGRAMS: 10.422, Business and Industrial Loans; 11.301, Economic Development-Business Development Assistance; 59.012, Small Business Loans.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: The Trade Adjustment Assistance Centers (TAACs) covering the 50 States, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico can help firms become certified and receive trade adjustment assistance. They are awarded Federal cooperative agreements to support the services they provide to businesses. Firms have received detailed aid with industrial engineering, marketing, product diversification, computer systems, export promotion, management improvement, etc. Information about the location of the TAACS is available from the headquarters office Industries have been aided in developing new manufacturing machines and procedures, expanding exporting opportunities, marketing studies, product diversification etc. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: Only firms certified eligible under the Trade Act and with accepted adjustment proposals may apply for technical assistance to implement their proposals. Industry associations and other organizations seeking trade adjustment industry assistance must demonstrate that the industry is injured by foreign trade and that the activities to be funded will yield some short-term actions that the industry itself (and individual firms) can and will take toward the restoration of the industry's international competitiveness. The industry to be assisted must also include a significant number of Trade Act certified firms or worker groups. The emphasis is on practical results that can be implemented in the near term, and long-term R&D activities are given low priority. It is also expected that the industry will continue activities on its own without the need for continued Federal assistance.

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13.159 HEALTH CARE SERVICES IN THE HOME EDERAL AGENCY: HEALTH RESOURCES AND SERVICES ADMINISTRATION, PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORIZATION: Public Health Service Act, Title III, Part K, Sec

tions 395, 396, and 397, as amended, Older Americans Act Amendments of 1987, Public Law 100-175.

OBJECTIVES: To provide grants to the States for assisting grantees in carrying out demonstration projects: (1) to identify low-income individuals who can avoid institutionalization or prolonged hospitalization if skilled medical services or related health services (or both) are provided in the homes of the individuals; (2) to pay the costs of the provision of such services in the homes of such individuals; and (3) to coordinate the provision by public and private entities of such services, and other long-term care services, in the homes of the individuals.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: (1) Grants to States may not exceed 3 years. (2) At least 25 percent of the individuals receiving services must be 65 years old. (3) Grant funds cannot be used to replace existing State, Federal or private insurance funds. (4) Grant funds cannot be used to replace prepaid services. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant Eligibility: State governments are eligible for grant awards. Beneficiary Eligibility: Low-income individuals who can avoid institutionalization or prolonged hospitalization will benefit from this program.

Credentials/Documentation: Applicants must submit: (1) a description of intended use of the grant; (2) information describing programs and activities to be supported; (3) the number of individuals receiving services and the cost of the services; and (4) a plan describing coordination of such services. Costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-87 for State and local governments.

APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS:

Preapplication Coordination: This program is eligible for coverage under E. O. No. 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: Application is made by submission of the grant application, Form PHS 5161-1. This program is subject to the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-102. The standard application forms, as furnished by PHS and required by OMB Circular No. A-102 for State and local governments, must be used for this program. Applications may be obtained by writing to: Harriett Brown, Chief, Special Projects Section, Bureau of Health Care Delivery and Assistance, Health Resources and Services Administration, Room 7A-20, Parklawn Building, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-110.

Award Procedure: After review and approval, a notice of award is prepared and processed, along with appropriate notification to the public.

Deadlines: The deadline for application submission will be specified by notice in the FEDERAL REGISTER. Contact Headquarters Office listed below for further details.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: About 60 days.

Appeals: None.

ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS:

Formula and Matching Requirements: Matching requirements are as follows: first year of the award, 25 percent matching requirement; second year of the award, 35 percent matching requirement; and third year of the award, 45 percent matching requirement. The nonfederal contribution (matching) may be in the form of cash or in-kind including plant, equipment, or services.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Project periods may be for up to 3 years with awards made on an annual basis subject to the availability of funds.

POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Grantees are required to submit progress reports on an annual basis. Financial status reports are required no later than 90 days after the end of each budget period. Final financial status and progress reports are due 90 days after the end of a project period. Audits: In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A128, "Audits of State and Local Governments," State and local governments that receive $100,000 or more within the State's fiscal year in Federal financial assistance shall have an audit made for that year. State and local governments that receive between $25,000 and $100,000 within the State's fiscal year shall have an audit made in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-128, or in accordance with Federal laws and regulations governing the programs in which they participate.

Records: Financial records must be kept available for 3 years after submission of expenditure reports and 5 years after final disposition of non-expendable property in accordance with the regulations at 45 CFR 74, Subpart D.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Account Identification: 75-0350-0-1-550.

Obligations: (Grants) FY 87 $0; FY 88 est $5,000,000; and FY 89 est $0. (Note: No funds were requested for FY 89.)

Range and Average of Financial Assistance: $1,000,000 to $1,600,000. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: The estimated number of grant awards to be made in fiscal year 1988 is between 3 and 5. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Older Americans Act; Older Americans Act Amendments of 1987, Title VI, Health Care Services in the Home; Public Health Service Act, Sections 395, 396, and 397; “PHS Grants Policy Statement," DHHS Publication No. (OASH) 82-50,000 (Rev.), dated January 1, 1987.

INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: None.

Headquarters Office: Bureau of Health Care Delivery and Assistance, Health Resources and Services Administration, Room 7A20, Parklawn Building, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857. Telephone: (301) 443-2270. Program Contact: Ms. Libby Merrill, Room 7A-55. Grants Management Contact: Ms. Harriett Brown, Chief, Special Project Section, Room 7A-55. Telephone: (301) 443-1440. (Use same 7-digit number for FTS.)

RELATED PROGRAMS: None.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Not applicable.
CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: A grant may not be

Renewals: Awards will be made on an annual basis.

made to a State unless the State has submitted an application for the grant. Each application shall contain a description of the purposes for which the State expects to expend the grant funds. The description of purposes shall include: (1) information relating to the programs and activities to be supported and the services to be provided; (2) the number of individuals who will receive services under the grant; (3) a description of intended expenditures, including the average costs of providing services to each individual; and (4) a description of the manner in which the programs and activities will be coordinated with any similar programs and activities of public and private entities. The application shall provide assur

ances of compliance and be in such form, be in such manner, and contain such information and agreements as the Health Resources Services Administration determines to be necessary.

13.160 MINORITY AIDS EDUCATION/
PREVENTION GRANTS

FEDERAL AGENCY: OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT SECRE-
TARY FOR HEALTH, PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DE-
PARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
AUTHORIZATION: Public Health Service Act, Section 301, as
amended.
OBJECTIVES: To demonstrate that minority community-based organi-
zations and national organizations can effectively develop and im-
plement acquired immunodefiency syndrome (AIDS) education
and prevention strategies, using innovative approaches to prevent
and reduce HIV transmission among minorities.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Project Grants.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Funds are to be used for the support of minority community-based organizations and minority national organizations to develop and implement AIDS education and prevention strategies, in order to reduce behavior associated with a high risk of contracting and spreading HIV infection. Awards will be limited to one per major minority group or subgroup per Standard Metropolitan Statistical Area, including Blacks, Hispanics, Native Americans and Asian/Pacific Islanders. Funds are not to be used for HIV testing or screening or for the provision of health care services.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant Eligibility: Private nonprofit and for-profit minority community-based organizations and national minority organizations. Beneficiary Eligibility: Members of the four major minority groups: Asian/Pacific Islanders, Blacks, Hispanics, Native American, or any subgroups of these.

Credentials/Documentation: For private nonprofit organizations, costs will be determined in accordance with OMB Circular No. A-21 for Institutions of Higher Education and OMB Circular No. A-122 for nonprofit organizations. For-profit organizations costs will be determined in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation, 48 CFR, Chapter I, Subpart 31.2, "Cost Principles for Contracts with Commercial Organizations." This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-87. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS:

Preapplication Coordination: 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 the 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: Private nonprofit and for-profit organizations must use the Research Application form (PHS 398), available upon request from the Grant Management Officer, Grant Management Branch, Room 18-A70 Parklawn Building, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857. This program is subject to the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-110. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-102.

Award Procedure: All applications will be reviewed by a panel of nonfederal and Federal experts that makes recommendations for actions to the Office of Minority Health. After considering the recommendations of the panel the Director, Office of Minority Health, makes the final decision on the funding of applications. A notice of grant award is issued for applications that are to be funded.

Deadlines: Deadlines for receipt of applications are published in the FEDERAL REGISTER. Contact Headquarters Office listed below for further details.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Approximately 2 months.
Appeals: None.

Renewals: None.

ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS:

Formula and Matching Requirements: This program has no statutory formula or matching requirements.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Grant projects are approved for 3-year project periods with 12-month budget periods. Following the initial budget period, continued funding is subject to the availability of funds and satisfactory program performance. Pay. ments will be made either on a monthly cash request basis or under a Letter of Credit. Necessary instructions regarding pay. ment procedure will be provided at the time the notice of award is issued.

POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Reports: Grantees must submit quarterly, annual and final progress reports. Financial Status Reports are required 90 days after the end of each budget period and a final financial status report is required 90 days following the end of the project period. Audits: For nonprofit recipients and for-profit recipients, audits are to be carried out in accordance with the provisions of OMB Cir. cular No. A-110.

Records: For all recipients, all accounting, program and financial records must be retained for periods specified in 45 CFR Part 74. FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Account Identification: 75-1101-0-1-550.

Obligations: (Grants) FY 87 $0; FY 88 est $700,000; and FY 89 est $700,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Minority CommunityBased Organizations: $20,000 to $50,000. Minority National Orga nizations: $25,000 to $75,000.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Not applicable. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: Specific program requirements are included in the application instructions and published in the Federal Register. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: None. Headquarters Office: For technical program assistance, contact: Jacqueline Bowles, M.D., Room 118F, Hubert H. Humphrey Building, 200 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20201. Telephone: (202) 245-0020. (Use same 7-digit number for FTS.) For grants management assistance, contact: Ralph Sloat, Grants Management Branch, Room 18-A10, Parklawn Building, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857. Telephone: (301) 443-4033. (Use same 7-digit number for FTS.)

RELATED PROGRAMS: 13.118, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Activity; 13.137, Minority Community Health Coslition Demonstration.

EXAMPLES OF FUNDED PROJECTS: Not applicable. CRITERIA FOR SELECTING PROPOSALS: (1) The consistency of the project's goals and objectives with those of the grant program; (2) the need for AIDS education/prevention for the target popula tion specified by the applicant; (3) the appropriateness and feasibil ity of the intervention strategy, specific activities and methods of implementation proposed for the target population; (4) the coher ence, detail, and explanation of the work plan; (5) the organiza tion's capacity to be a credible source of AIDS information and education for the target population; (6) the organization's capacity to meet the objective's of its proposed program and carry out all proposed functions; (7) the organization's ability and commitment to coordinate its AIDS information and education efforts with other existing resource available for the target population; (8) qualifications and appropriateness of proposed program staff, both paid and voluntary, and adequacy of time allocated for them to accomplish program activities; (9) appropriateness of management plan and qualifications and experience of managers proposed; (10) the appropriateness and usefulness of methods proposed to monitor activities and measure progress toward obtaining the project objectives; and (11) the extent to which the evaluation plan assesses the effects of the project intervention(s) on the target population.