Approval of applications

for the purposes specified in section 11801 of this title in geographical areas in which frequent and severe drug-related crimes are committed by gangs whose membership is composed primarily of youth, and that the applicant demonstrates have the broad support of community based organizations in such geographical areas. In selecting among applications submitted under section 11802(a) of this title, the Secretary shall give priority to applicants who propose to carry out projects and activities— (Source: (Pub. L. 100–690, title III, § 3503, Nov. 18, 1988, 102 Stat. 4255; Pub. L. 101–204, title X, § 1001(a), Dec. 7, 1989, 103 Stat. 1826.))