In order to respond fairly and consistently to requests for such grants, the Department has developed this guidance for use by our staff and interested parties intending to submit such requests.
Grants are contingent upon availability of funds.
The Department retains the right to reject any and all proposals received as a result of the development of these guidelines. Applicants for funds need to be aware that all projects must receive OSM funding approval prior to the awarding of grants. Certain guidelines must be met to receive funding approval for projects that address health, general welfare, and safety issues, and additional guidelines must be met for AMD abatement projects. The following submission and approval requirements are necessary to provide the Department with the information needed to obtain funding. Also, applicants should be aware that all applicable state and federal laws must be met, including those dealing with contracting.