programs in each community and certain prohibitions on political activities. The Chief Executive Officer of each State is also required to prepare and submit a plan to the Secretary of HHS describing how the State will carry out the assurances in Section 675c. This program is excluded from coverage under 45 CFR, Part 1050. Award Procedure: HHS determines the amount of funds to be allocated as block grants to each State in accordance with the formula set forth in the Community Services Block Grant Act. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has the authority to apportion to the HHS through the course of a year the Congressional appropriation for block grants. Consistent with OMB s apportionment of funds, HHS will assign allotments to the States through individual awards or a series of awards, normally on a quarterly basis. Deadlines: States may apply for funds anytime during the fiscal year. Indian Tribes and organizations must apply by September 1 of each year to receive funds in the next Federal fiscal year. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Not applicable. Appeals: Funds may be withheld from any State, which does not utilize its allotment substantially in accordance with the provisions of the Community Services Block Grant Act and the assurances provided in its application. This may be done only after adequate notice and an opportunity for a hearing conducted
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