Certifications and plans must be approved each year. Under the 163 program, funds are apportioned among all eligible States according to the Section 402 formula. The Federal share is 100 percent. The Federal share is reimbursed on claims submitted in vouchers covering costs incurred. All participants have converted to the electronic transfer of funds method of payment.
Funds placed in obligation are available until expended.
The Annual program plan for next year's funding must include a progress report on the prior year's program and accomplishments. For direct procurement contracts, audits will be conducted in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations. Project sponsor shall retain records for 3 years following submission of a final expenditure report and other project deliverables, all project contract documents, financial records, and supporting documents pending resolution of audit findings. 23 CFR 1309, 1313. See Appendix IV of the Catalog for the addresses Regional Offices of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.