Local Public Works Program--Grant Obligations

The Acting Secretary of Commerce requested an opinion as to the time at which appropriation obligations may be recorded in extending grant assistance under the Local Public Works Capital Development and Investment Act of 1976. The "Approval and Award of Grant" document to be issued by the Economic Development Administration under "Round II" of the local public works program satisfies requirements for recording the appropriation obligation. The document reflects the Administration's acceptance of the grant application, specifies project approval and the amount of funding, and imposes a deadline for the grantee's affirmation.