Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: It takes between 60 and 120 days to review background materials, select review team members, conduct an on-site study, submit the report to Congress, and make funding decisions relating to initial project submissions. For all other proposals, it takes between 45 and 180 days to complete the evaluation and award processes, depending upon the complexity of the project. Appeals: None. Renewals: Depending upon the size and complexity of the construction project, it often takes several increments of funding assistance to complete the project. The initial award is issued as a new grant, with second and subsequent funding increments issued as renewals to existing grants. Projects remain active until facility completion. ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Formula and Matching Requirements: All projects are funded on a matching formula of not to exceed 50 percent Federal funds and not less than 50 percent nonfederal funds. All project costs are subject to prior written approval by CSREES. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: There is no statutory limit on the length of time an award may be in effect. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: A technical (i.e., performance) report is due 90 days after the first anniversary date of the grant award and annually thereafter during the life of the project. Performance reports submitted with renewal proposals will satisfy this requirement through the final increment of
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