Application for grants

A State desiring to participate in the grant program established by this chapter shall submit an application to the Secretary in such form as the Secretary may require. only to eligible individuals; on the basis of the financial need of such individuals; and in amounts sufficient to cover the cost of application, assessment, and credentialing (including, at the option of the State, any training necessary for credentialing) for the Child Development Associate credential for such individuals; not more than 35 percent of the funds received under this chapter by a State may be used to provide scholarship assistance under paragraph (1) to cover the cost of training described in paragraph (1)(C); and not more than 10 percent of the funds received by the State under this chapter will be used for the costs of administering the program established in such State to award such assistance. distribute such grants equitably among States; and ensure that the needs of rural and urban areas are appropriately addressed. A State’s application shall contain appropriate assurances that— scholarship assistance made available with funds provided under this chapter will be awarded— In making grants under this chapter, the Secretary shall— (Source: (Pub. L. 99–425, title VI, § 603, Sept. 30, 1986, 100 Stat. 976; Pub. L. 101–501, title V, § 501, Nov. 3, 1990, 104 Stat. 1256.))