547 to the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-l 10. Award Procedure: a panel of at least three individuals reviews all new applications. Each panel will include one or more nonfederal consultants with experience and training with interpreting for individuals who are deaf and individuals who are deaf-blind. Deadlines: Contact the headquarters office for application deadlines. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Approximately 120 to 160 days. Appeals: None. Renewals: Renewals are available only through the new application process. Projects with an approved multi-year project period may be continued based on the availability of adequate funds and an annual review of accomplishments to determine satisfactory performance. ELIGIBLE BENEFICIARIES: (a) State; (b) Local; (c) Private non-profit institution/organization; (d) Education Professional; (e) Handicapped (e.g. Deaf, Blind, Crippled); INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Headquarters Office: Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, Department of Education, 400 Maryland Ave., SW., Washington, DC 20202-2736. Contact: Mary Lovley. Telephone: (202) 205-9152 or (202) 205-8352 (TDD). 548 SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Current Year: Grants: $0,000 Loans: $0,000 Other: $4,077,000 Total: $4,077,000
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