OFFICE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES

REHABILITATION SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

STATE GRANT FOR ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS

ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY ACT OF 1998, AS AMENDED 

State Plan for Assistive Technology

REQUEST FOR OMB APPROVAL

SUPPORTING STATEMENT REQUIRED UNDER 

THE PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT

A. Justification 

1. Explain the circumstances that make the collection of information necessary. 

Identify any legal or administrative requirements that necessitate the collection. 

Attach a copy of the appropriate section of each statute and regulation 

mandating or authorizing the collection of information.

Section 4 of the Assistive Technology Act of 1998, as amended (P.L. 108-364) (AT Act) 

provides grants to states to operate comprehensive statewide assistive technology

programs (Statewide AT Programs) that increase access to and acquisition of AT devices 

and services for individuals with disabilities.

States are required to submit an application to the Rehabilitation Services Administration 

(RSA) in order to receive funds under this grant program. Section 4(d) of the AT Act 

requires that this application contain:

(1) Information identifying and describing the lead agency and implementing 

entity (if applicable) responsible for carrying out the Statewide AT Program, and 

a description of how the implementing entity (if applicable) coordinates and 

collaborates with the state; 

(2) Measurable goals, and a timeline for meeting the goals, that the State has set 

for addressing the AT needs of individuals with disabilities in the State related to 

education, employment, community living, and information technology and 

telecommunications;

(3) A description of how public and private entities were involved in the 

development of the application and will be involved in implementation of the 

grant, including the resources to be committed by these entities;

(4) A description of how the Statewide AT Program will implement the activities 

required under the grant, which include state financing, device reutilization, 

device loans, device demonstrations, training, technical assistance, and public 

awareness. Statewide AT Programs must conduct these activities in coordination 

and collaboration with other appropriate entities;

(5) An explanation of how the grant funds will be allocated, used, and tracked;

(6) A set of assurances; and

(7) A description of the activities that will be supported with state funds.
The full list of application requirements and assurances follows this supporting statement 

as an appendix. That appendix also indicates where and how the State Plan addresses 

these requirements.

In addition to being the format that states use to provide the required information listed 

above, RSA uses the application to request additional information necessary for 

determining compliance with other grant requirements, such as the composition of state 

advisory councils required under section 4(c)(2) of the AT Act. The State Plan for AT 

also contains assurances and other information required of any application for funds 

under the Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR). 

Under the authority of 34 CFR 76.102, RSA requires that an application for funds under 

section 4 of the AT Act be a State Plan for Assistive Technology (State Plan for AT or 

State Plan). The first State Plans for AT were submitted in paper format via email to 

RSA in 2005 under OMB 1820-0664. The second, third, and current submission of the 

plans is only available in the Management Information System (MIS). RSA is requesting 

a renewal of the State Plan for AT because approval of 1820-0664 expires November 30, 

2014. 

2. Indicate how, by whom, and for what purpose the information is to be used. 

Except for a new collection, indicate the actual use the agency has made of the 

information received from the current collection.

The purpose of the State Plan for AT is determining a state’s eligibility to receive a grant 

under section 4 of the AT Act. The information contained in the state plan is used for 

monitoring purposes and enables RSA to determine whether the Statewide AT Program 

proposed by the state is consistent with the requirements of the AT Act. In addition, the 

State Plan for AT requests information necessary for basic program management, such as 

contact information for program personnel.

The information contained in State Plans for AT also is used to satisfy reporting 

requirements. Section 7(d) of the AT Act requires RSA to provide an annual report to 

Congress that must include a summary of the information provided in states’ applications 

for funds.

In addition to being a source of information for the annual report to Congress, past 

experience has shown that the information in State Plans is needed to respond to requests 

for data. RSA frequently receives questions from, or presents information to, other 

Federal agencies, Congress, and the public on the AT Act. The information culled from 

State Plans enables RSA to answer common queries, such as how many programs 

undertake certain activities, how many programs are based in particular agencies, or how 

many programs collaborate with specified entities. 

As explained in the following entry on “Use of Information Technology,” the proposed 

State Plan for AT will be completed electronically and function as a searchable database. 
This enables RSA to easily gather information to complete the report to Congress and 

respond to requests for information. 

3. Describe whether, and to what extent, the collection of information involves 

the use of automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection 

techniques or forms of information technology, e.g. permitting electronic 

submission of responses, and the basis for the decision of adopting this means 

of collection. Also describe any consideration given to using technology to 

reduce burden.

The proposed State Plan for AT is submitted electronically as an online survey. Using 

RSA’s MIS, states complete their plans via the Internet by entering data into fields, 

choosing from drop-down menus, selecting “check boxes,” and providing narrative. 

Paper versions of the plan will neither be required nor accepted unless there is a 

technological barrier to use of the online system. The MIS will serve not only as the 

venue for submitting the plans electronically, but also functions as a database to allow

both RSA and the public to access information.

The MIS is compliant both with section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as 

amended, and the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA). The entities 

completing these State Plans already use the MIS for other purposes, such as completing 

SF-425s and annual reports (OMB 1820-0572).

States receiving grants under the AT Act respond to a number of information collections 

for a number of purposes, all of which are entered electronically into RSA’s MIS. These 

include 1820-0572, 1820-0662, and 1820-0687. RSA has been able to cross-populate 

basic program information (e.g., addresses, telephone numbers) from one collection to 

the other so states need enter this information only once.

 

An instruction manual accompanies the State Plan for AT. This will be distributed to 

states via e-mail and made available on the Department of Education’s website.

4. Describe efforts to identify duplication. Show specifically why any similar 

information already available cannot be used or modified for use for the purposes 

described in Item 2 above.

The information collected by the State Plan for AT is not duplicative of information 

collected through other data collections or by other methods, with the exception of basic 

contact information for program personnel. 

While it is not a duplication of information, some information collected via 1820-0572 is 

related to information in the State Plan for AT. As explained above, the State Plan for 

AT must contain measurable goals. The data on a state’s performance is collected and 

calculated via 1820-0572 while the performance measure targets themselves are set by

RSA and actual performance in each goal area is tracked in the State Plan for AT (see 

Section H of the State Plan). 
5. If the collection of information impacts small businesses or other small entities 

(Item 8b of IC Data Part 2), describe any methods used to minimize burden.

No information is collected from small entities.

6. Describe the consequences to Federal program or policy activities if the 

collection is not conducted or is conducted less frequently, as well as any 

technical or legal obstacles to reducing burden.

States only are required to submit a new plan every three years. Requiring that State 

Plans for AT be renewed every three years is consistent both with 34 CFR section 76.103 

(which requires that any state plan cover a multi-year period), and three years is the 

maximum approval period for an information collection. 

During the three year effective period of the plan, individual states may update the plan 

as necessary to ensure its accuracy (i.e., if a state changes how it conducts its activities, 

the State Plan must be updated to reflect that change). 

7. Explain any special circumstances that would cause an information collection 

to be conducted in a manner:

 requiring respondents to report information to the agency more often than 

quarterly;

 requiring respondents to prepare a written response to a collection of 

information in fewer than 30 days after receipt of it;

 requiring respondents to submit more than an original and two copies of 

any document;

 requiring respondents to retain records, other than health, medical, 

government contract, grant-in-aid, or tax records for more than three 

years;

 in connection with a statistical survey, that is not designed to produce valid 

and reliable results than can be generalized to the universe of study;

 requiring the use of a statistical data classification that has not been 

reviewed and approved by OMB;

 that includes a pledge of confidentiality that is not supported by authority 

established in statute or regulation, that is not supported by disclosure and 

data security policies that are consistent with the pledge, or that 
unnecessarily impedes sharing of data with other agencies for compatible 

confidential use; or

 requiring respondents to submit proprietary trade secrets, or other 

confidential information unless the agency can demonstrate that it has 

instituted procedures to protect the information’s confidentiality to the 

extent permitted by law.

There are no special circumstances that make this collection inconsistent with 5 CFR 

1320.5.

8. If applicable, provide a copy and identify the date and page number of

publication in the Federal Register of the agency’s notice, required by 5 CFR 

1320.8(d), soliciting comments on the information collection prior to submission 

to OMB. Summarize public comments received in response to that notice and 

describe actions taken by the agency in response to these comments. 

Specifically address comments received on cost and hour burden.

Describe efforts to consult with persons outside the agency to obtain their views 

on the availability of data, frequency of collection, the clarity of instruction and 

record keeping, disclosure, or reporting format (if any), and on the data elements 

to be recorded, disclosed, or reported.

Consultation with representatives of those from whom information is to be 

obtained or those who must compile records should occur at least once every 3 

years – even if the collection of information activity is the same as in prior 

periods. There may be circumstances that may preclude consultation in a 

specific situation. These circumstances should be explained

A 60 day and 30 day notice was published in the Federal Register for public comment, 

RSA received one public comment during the 60-day FRN and is attached.

The proposed State Plan for AT IC package is a renewal of the current OMB-approved 

version.

RSA receives feedback from a work group of AT Act program directors about the format

of the State Plan for AT. Incorporation of input from the field has been an ongoing 

process. RSA reviews the State Plan for AT with a group of ten directors of Statewide 

AT Programs; those directors provide feedback that influences the data collection. RSA 

requests renewal of the online State Plan for AT information collection that was approved 

in 2011 by OMB for submission of the 1820-0664 in the MIS. We are not requesting any 

changes.
9. Explain any decision to provide any payment or gift to respondents, other than 

remuneration of contractors or grantees.

No payments or gifts will be given to respondents.

10. Describe any assurance of confidentiality provided to respondents and the 

basis for the assurance in statute, regulation, or agency policy.

There are no assurances of confidentiality; the State Plan and the data submitted to the 

Department contain no personally identifiable information and this information already is 

publicly available.

11. Provide additional justification for any questions of a sensitive nature, such as 

sexual behavior and attitudes, religious beliefs, and other matters that are 

commonly considered private. The justification should include the reasons why 

the agency considers the questions necessary, the specific uses to be made of 

the information, the explanation to be given to persons from whom the 

information is requested, and any steps to be taken to obtain their consent.

This information collection contains no questions of a sensitive nature.

12. Provide estimates of the hour burden of the collection of information. The 

statement should:

 Indicate the number of respondents, frequency of response, annual 

hour burden, and an explanation of how the burden was estimated. 

Unless directed to do so, agencies should not conduct special surveys 

to obtain information on which to base hour burden estimates. 

Consultation with a sample (fewer than 10) of potential respondents is 

desirable. If the hour burden on respondents is expected to vary 

widely because of differences in activity, size, or complexity, show the 

range of estimated hour burden, and explain the reasons for the 

variance. Generally, estimates should not include burden hours for 

customary and usual business practices.

 If this request for approval covers more than one form, provide 

separate hour burden estimates for each form and aggregate the hour 

burdens in item 16 of IC Data Part 1.

 Provide estimates of annualized cost to respondents of the hour 

burdens for collections of information, identifying and using appropriate 

wage rate categories. The cost of contracting out or paying outside 

parties for information collection activities should not be included here. 

Instead, this cost should be included in Item 14.
a. Number of respondents -- 56

b. Frequency of response -- 1

c. Total annual responses (axb) -- 56

d. Hours per response -- 74

e. Total burden hours (cxd) -- 4,144

f. State hourly rate of salary -- $60.00

g. Total cost (exf) -- $248,640.00

As stated earlier, six directors of Statewide AT Programs beta-tested the online State Plan 

for AT. The burden estimates affect the reporting responsibilities of the Statewide AT 

Programs and the directors were chosen to represent the diversity of the 56 programs 

based on regions of the country, sizes of the programs, types of agencies operating the 

programs, and whether or not the director was an individual with a disability. This 

burden estimate is the average of the time they reported for their beta-test as well as the 

time to consult with their advisory councils and receive approval of the plans from their 

state agencies.

The range of “hourly rate of salary” was based on estimates from the previous version of 

the State Plan adjusted for inflation. 

13. Provide an estimate of the total annual cost burden to respondents or record 

keepers resulting from the collection of information. (Do not include the cost of 

any hour burden shown in Items 12 and 14.)

 The cost estimate should be split into two components: (a) a total capital 

and start-up cost component (annualized over its expected useful life); and 

(b) a total operation and maintenance and purchase of services 

component. The estimates should take into account costs associated with 

generating, maintaining, and disclosing or providing the information. 

Include descriptions of methods used to estimate major cost factors 

including system and technology acquisition, expected useful life of capital 

equipment, the discount rate(s), and the time period over which costs will 

be incurred. Capital and start-up costs include, among other items, 

preparations for collecting information such as purchasing computers and 

software; monitoring, sampling, drilling and testing equipment; and 

acquiring and maintaining record storage facilities.

 If cost estimates are expected to vary widely, agencies should present 

ranges of cost burdens and explain the reasons for the variance. The cost 

of contracting out information collection services should be a part of this 

cost burden estimate. In developing cost burden estimates, agencies may 

consult with a sample of respondents (fewer than 10), utilize the 60-day 

pre-OMB submission public comment process and use existing economic 
or regulatory impact analysis associated with the rulemaking containing 

the information collection, as appropriate.

 Generally, estimates should not include purchases of equipment or 

services, or portions thereof, made: (1) prior to October 1, 1995, (2) to 

achieve regulatory compliance with requirements not associated with the 

information collection, (3) for reasons other than to provide information or 

keep records for the government, or (4) as part of customary and usual 

business or private practices.

Total Annualized Capital/Startup Cost : $ .00

Total Annual Costs (O&M) : .00

____________________

Total Annualized Costs Requested : $ .00

There are no additional or new costs to respondents. Respondents only need to have a 

computer and internet access to complete the State Plan for AT.

14. Provide estimates of annualized cost to the Federal government. Also, 

provide a description of the method used to estimate cost, which should include 

quantification of hours, operational expenses (such as equipment, overhead, 

printing, and support staff), and any other expense that would not have been 

incurred without this collection of information. Agencies also may aggregate cost 

estimates from Items 12, 13, and 14 in a single table.

RSA employs one staff at the GS-14 level and another at the GS-13 level who dedicate a 

portion of their time to the administration of the AT Act program. These employees are 

housed in the Service Programs Unit, which is overseen by a Unit Chief and Director 

who also dedicate a portion of their time to the State Grant for AT program. RSA also 

employs an information technology specialist in the Program Support Staff Unit, who 

will implement the State Plan for AT information collection in the MIS upon OMB 

approval of this instrument. The estimated annualized cost to the Federal government for 

RSA staff time is $16,000 based on the salaries of these staff and how their time is 

apportioned to the State Plan for AT.

15. Explain the reasons for any program changes or adjustments to #16f of the 

IC Data Part 1 Form.

There are no program changes or adjustments. This request for extension of the State 

Plan for AT IC package does not result in a reduction in burden, as the package is a 

request for approval of a renewal without revisions. The renewal without revisions of 

this information collection, however, continues to provide a user-friendly reporting 

format through the use of technology and simplification. The initial State Plan for AT 

was a paper document that consisted mostly of narrative responses. The current State 

Plan is completed entirely electronically in the MIS.
The decision to simplify the State Plan for AT was the result of lessons learned from 

implementing the previous state plan. The information provided in the plans submitted 

by states in 2005 revealed patterns of implementation that could be captured by selecting 

from a menu of choices rather than by narrative. Searching narratives for the information 

necessary to respond to queries was difficult -- a problem that is alleviated by the plans 

entered in the MIS.

16. For collections of information whose results will be published, outline plans 

for tabulation and publication. Address any complex analytical techniques that 

will be used. Provide the time schedule for the entire project, including beginning 

and ending dates of the collection of information, completion of report, publication 

dates, and other actions.

According to EDGAR, all state plans are public information, so the public will be able to 

access the State Plans for AT via the MIS. This includes data from individual states and 

aggregated data. The data entered into each section of the MIS will be used to generate a 

state plan “report” for each state. 

As previously stated, the annual report to Congress on the AT Act also contains a 

summary of information from state plans. This generally takes the form of state-by-state 

tables in the report and a one-page profile of each state plan as an appendix to the report.

17. If seeking approval to not display the expiration date for OMB approval of the 

information collection, explain the reasons that display would be inappropriate.

The burden statement and expiration dates for the State Plan are featured on the first 

pages of both the MIS and the instruction manual.

18. Explain each exception to the certification statement identified in the 

Certification of Paperwork Reduction Act.

There are no exceptions to the certification statement.

APPENDIX

REQUIREMENTS RELATED TO THE STATE PLAN FOR AT

Requirement Where and How the State Plan Addresses 

this Requirement

From section 4(d):

(1) IN GENERAL.—Any State that desires 

to receive a grant under this section shall 

submit an application to the Secretary, at 

such time, in such manner, and containing 

such information as the Secretary may

require.

N/A

(2) LEAD AGENCY AND 

IMPLEMENTING ENTITY.—The 

application shall contain information 

identifying and describing the lead agency

referred to in subsection (c)(1)(A). The 

application shall contain information 

identifying and describing the 

implementing entity referred to in 

subsection (c)(1)(B), if the Governor of the 

State designates such an entity.

[Section 4(c) has related a related 

requirement:

“On obtaining the approval of the 

Secretary, the Governor may redesignate 

the lead agency, or the implementing 

entity, if the Governor shows to the 

Secretary good cause why the entity

designated as the lead agency, or the 

implementing entity, respectively, should 

not serve as that agency or entity, 

respectively. The Governor shall make the 

showing in the application described in 

subsection (d).”]

Section A includes items identifying and 

describing the lead agency and 

implementing entity (if applicable), as well 

as requiring information about any changes 

to these respective entities.
(3) MEASURABLE GOALS.—The 

application shall include—

(A) measurable goals, and a timeline for 

meeting the goals, that the State has set for 

addressing the assistive technology needs 

of individuals with disabilities in the

State related to—

(i) education, including goals involving the 

provision of assistive technology to 

individuals with disabilities who receive 

services under the Individuals with 

Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 

et seq.);

(ii) employment, including goals involving 

the

State vocational rehabilitation program 

carried out under title I of the 

Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 720 

et seq.);

(iii) telecommunication and information 

technology; and

(iv) community living; and

(B) information describing how the State 

will quantifiably measure the goals to 

determine whether the goals have been 

achieved.

Section H (items 27 and 28) is where states 

set targets and report on progress toward 

measurable goals. The methods for 

measuring the goals are described and 

conducted under a different data collection, 

1820-0572.

(4) INVOLVEMENT OF PUBLIC AND 

PRIVATE ENTITIES.—The

application shall describe how various 

public and private entities were involved in 

the development of the application and

will be involved in the implementation of 

the activities to be carried out through the 

grant, including—

(A) in cases determined to be appropriate 

by the State, a description of the nature and 

extent of resources that will be committed 

by public and private collaborators to assist 

in accomplishing identified goals; and

(B) a description of the mechanisms 

established to ensure coordination of 

activities and collaboration between the 

implementing entity, if any, and the State.

Sections C-G all contain items where states 

identify the activities in which public and 

private entities are involved, what entities 

are involved, and how they are involved.

Section A includes an item to describe the 

mechanisms for coordination and 

collaboration between the implementing 

entity and state, if applicable.
(5) IMPLEMENTATION.—The 

application shall include a description of—

(A) how the State will implement each of 

the required activities described in 

subsection (e), except as provided in 

subsection (e)(6)(A); and

(B) how the State will allocate and utilize 

grant funds to implement the activities, 

including describing proposed budget 

allocations and planned procedures for 

tracking expenditures for activities 

described in paragraphs (2) and

(3) of subsection (e).

Section B is where states identify the 

activities they will undertake, how they

will allocate funds to those activities, and 

how they will track their expenditures.

Sections C-G ask a series of questions 

about each activity the state conducts, such 

as the kinds of locations from which the 

activity is performed, how the activity is 

made available to consumers, policies 

related to the activity, and other questions 

that indicate how the activity is 

implemented.

(6) ASSURANCES.—The application 

shall include assurances that—

(A) the State will annually collect data 

related to the required activities 

implemented by the State under this section 

in order to prepare the progress reports 

required under subsection (f);

(B) funds received through the grant—

(i) will be expended in accordance with this 

section; and

(ii) will be used to supplement, and not 

supplant, funds available from other 

sources for technology-related assistance, 

including the provision of assistive 

technology devices and assistive 

technology services;

(C) the lead agency will control and 

administer the funds received through the 

grant;

(D) the State will adopt such fiscal control 

and

accounting procedures as may be necessary

to ensure proper disbursement of and 

accounting for the funds received through 

the grant;

(E) the physical facility of the lead agency

and implementing entity, if any, meets the 

requirements of the Americans with 

Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12101

et seq.) regarding accessibility for 

Assurances are found in Section H.
individuals with disabilities;

(F) a public agency or an individual with a 

disability holds title to any property 

purchased with funds received under the 

grant and administers that property;

(G) activities carried out in the State that 

are authorized under this Act, and 

supported by Federal funds received under 

this Act, will comply with the standards 

established by the Architectural and 

Transportation Barriers

Compliance Board under section 508 of the 

Rehabilitation

Act of 1973 (20 U.S.C. 794d); and

(H) the State will—

(i) prepare reports to the Secretary in such 

form

and containing such information as the 

Secretary may require to carry out the 

Secretary’s functions under this Act; and

(ii) keep such records and allow access to 

such

records as the Secretary may require to 

ensure the correctness and verification of 

information provided to the Secretary

under this subparagraph.

(7) STATE SUPPORT.—The application 

shall include a description of the activities 

described in paragraphs (2) and (3) of 

subsection (e) that the State will support 

with State funds.

Sections C-G require the state to report 

those activities supported by the state and 

the kind of support provided.

From section 4(c):

(2) ADVISORY COUNCIL.—

(A) IN GENERAL.—There shall be 

established an advisory council to provide 

consumer-responsive, consumer-driven

advice to the State for, planning of, 

implementation of, and evaluation of the 

activities carried out through the grant, 

including setting the measurable goals 

described in subsection (d)(3).

Section B is where states identify the 

membership of their council and provide an 

assurance that the composition of the 

council is representative of the state.
(B) COMPOSITION AND 

REPRESENTATION.—

(i) COMPOSITION.—The advisory

council shall be composed of—

(I) individuals with disabilities that use

assistive technology or the family members 

or

guardians of the individuals;

(II) a representative of the designated State

agency, as defined in section 7 of the 

Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 705) 

and the State agency for individuals who 

are blind (within the meaning of section 

101 of that Act (29 U.S.C. 721)), if such 

agency is separate;

(III) a representative of a State center for

independent living described in part C of 

title VII of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 

(29 U.S.C. 796f et seq.);

(IV) a representative of the State workforce

investment board established under section 

111

of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 

(29 U.S.C. 2821);

(V) a representative of the State 

educational

agency, as defined in section 9101 of the

Elementary and Secondary Education Act 

of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801); and

(VI) representatives of other State agencies,

public agencies, or private organizations, as 

determined by the State.

(ii) MAJORITY.—

(I) IN GENERAL.—A majority, not less 

than

51 percent, of the members of the advisory

council, shall be members appointed under 

clause (i)(I).

(II) REPRESENTATIVES OF 

AGENCIES.—Members appointed under 

subclauses (II) through (VI) of clause (i) 

shall not count toward the majority

membership requirement established in 

subclause (I).

(iii) REPRESENTATION.—The advisory

council shall be geographically
representative of the State and reflect the 

diversity of the State with respect to race, 

ethnicity, types of disabilities across the 

age span, and users of types of services that 

an individual with a disability may receive.

(C) EXPENSES.—The members of the 

advisory council shall receive no 

compensation for their service on the 

advisory council, but shall be reimbursed 

for reasonable

and necessary expenses actually incurred in 

the performance of official duties for the 

advisory council.

(D) PERIOD.—The members of the State 

advisory council shall be appointed not 

later than 120 days after the date of 

enactment of the Assistive Technology Act 

of 2004.

(E) IMPACT ON EXISTING STATUTES, 

RULES, OR POLICIES.—

Nothing in this paragraph shall be 

construed to

affect State statutes, rules, or official 

policies relating to advisory bodies for 

State assistive technology programs or 

require changes to governing bodies of 

incorporated agencies who carry out State 

assistive technology programs.

From EDGAR 76.104:

A State shall include certain certifications 

in its State plan.

(a) A State shall include the following 

certifications in each State

plan:

 (1) That the plan is submitted by the 

State agency that is eligible to submit the 

plan.

 (2) That the State agency has authority 

under State law to perform the functions of 

the State under the program.

 (3) That the State legally may carry out 

each provision of the plan.

Certifications are found in Section H.
 (4) That all provisions of the plan are 

consistent with State law.

 (5) That a State officer, specified by title 

in the certification, has authority under 

State law to receive, hold, and disburse 

Federal funds made available under the 

plan.

 (6) That the State officer who submits 

the plan, specified by title in the 

certification, has authority to submit the 

plan.

 (7) That the agency that submits the plan 

has adopted or otherwise formally

approved the plan.

 (8) That the plan is the basis for State 

operation and administration of the 

program.