The balance is allotted to SEAs based on the State's relative share of the Nation's school-aged population. The SEA is authorized to reserve up to 15 percent of the funds for State administration and technical assistance, of which not more than 25 percent may be used for administrative expenses. The balance of the funds the State receives is distributed to the LEAs on the basis of the formula developed by the State and approved by the Secretary. From July 1 to September 30 of the following year. In addition, funds remain available to States for an additional fiscal year for obligation and expenditure.
Grantees draw down funds electronically as needed.
States will be responsible for conducting State evaluations in fiscal year 1998.