WIA Incentive Grants-Section 503 Grants to States (17.267)
Program
17.267 WIA Incentive Grants-Section 503 Grants to States
Federal Agency
Agency: Department of Labor
Office: Employment Training Administration
Authorization
Adult Education and Family Literacy Act, 20 U.S.C 9211; Workforce Investment Act of 1998, Title 1, Part B, Section 174, 503, Public Law 105-220, 20 U.S.C 9273.
Program Number
17.267
Last Known Status
Active
Objectives
To carry out innovative programs consistent with the purposes of Title I of WIA (Workforce Investment Systems), Title II of WIA (Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (AEFLA), 20 U.S.C. 9201 et seq.), the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Applied Technology Education Amendments of 1998 (Public Law 105-332, 20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.) or a combination of two or more of these acts.
Types of Assistance
FORMULA GRANTS; PROJECT GRANTS
Uses and Use Restrictions
States have great flexibility in using these funds and are not limited to conducting only one type of innovative program. However, the use of grant funds must be consistent with WIA Section 503, including the requirement that they be used for innovative programs which further the purposes of WIA Titles I and II, AEFLA and/or the Perkins Act. In addition, grantees must comply with the requirements of whichever program the innovation affects. For example, if the incentive funds will be used for innovations in the delivery of youth activities under WIA Title I, the program must be consistent with WIA Title I provisions applicable to youth activities and the WIA regulations at 20 CFR part 664. States must submit a plan describing the innovative activities to be funded with this grant. States are expected to use funds for services and activities: (1) beyond those provided with regular funds from the three programs, particularly those authorized by one of these programs and another program; (2) which serve the needs of populations intended to be served by one or more of these programs; and (3) targeted to improving the performance of State systems of employment, training, and education. In addition, States are encouraged to plan activities that promote cooperation and collaboration among the agencies administering WIA Title I, AEFLA, and Perkins Act programs. States may only use funds in accordance with WIA, AEFLA, or Perkins Law III/IV.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant Eligibility
States, including Washington, DC, the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and Guam. A listing of States eligible to receive incentive grants for program year 2005 performance will be published in the Federal Register in May 2007. To qualify for a grant, a State must exceed performance levels agreed to by the Secretary of Education, the Secretary of Labor, the Governor, and the State Education Officer, for outcomes in Titles I and II of the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) and the Perkins Act (Public Law 105-332, 20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.), which include placement after training, retention in employment, and improvement in literacy levels, among other measures.
Beneficiary Eligibility
States, including Washington, DC, the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and Guam.
Credentials/Documentation
OMB Circular A-87 applies. OMB Circular No. A-87 applies to this program.
Application and Award Process
Preapplication Coordination
The application must include assurances that: The State legislature was consulted with respect to the development of the application; the application was approved by the Governor, the eligible agency for adult education, as defined in WIA Section 203(4) (20 U.S.C. 9202(4); and the State agency responsible for vocational and technical education programs, as defined in Perkins Act Section 3(9) (20 U.S.C. 2302(9)); and The State and the eligible agency, as appropriate, exceeded the State adjusted levels of performance for WIA Title I, the State adjusted levels of performance for AEFLA, and the performance levels established for Perkins Act programs. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Environmental impact information is not required for this program. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372.
Application Procedure
This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-102. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-110. Grants for projects are awarded on a competitive basis, announced in Solicitation for Grant Applications (SGAs) in the Federal Register and also on ETA's Internet website at http://www.doleta.gov. To compete for a grant, organizations develop a proposal and budget that demonstrate how the organization will provide services to a targeted population. The SGA provides all of the necessary information for applying for federal assistance. ETA will coordinate review of applications with the Department of Education.
Award Procedure
States must exceed performance for WIA Adult, Dislocated Worker and Youth programs as well as meet performance in AEFLA. Representatives from DOL and Education review those states and compile a list of those states meeting both sets of performance requirements. States are allocated a share of the incentive funds based on their proportionate share of WIA and AEFLA title funds. States must submit an application indicating they will meet all requirements of WIA and AEFLA as well as Perkins IV before funds can be granted. See USDOL ETA guidance TEGL 20-01, Change 7 at: http://wdr.doleta.gov/directives/corr_doc.cfm?DOCN=2754.
Deadlines
May 11, 2009 to Jun 25, 2009: 45 days. Specified in the applicable request for proposals, but generally 45 days from announcement in the Federal Register.
Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
From 1 to 15 days.
Appeals
From 15 to 30 days. Appeal procedures are at 20 CFR Part 667, Subpart H.
Renewals
Not Applicable.
Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
This program has no statutory formula.
This program has no matching requirements.
This program does not have MOE requirements.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Funds are awarded on a program year (July to June) basis and are available for expenditure for two years. Method of awarding/releasing assistance: by letter of credit.
Post Assistance Requirements
Reports
No program reports are required. No cash reports are required. See TEGL 14-00, Change 1 and TEGL 14-03 for reporting guidance. See TEGL 14-00, Change 1 and TEGL 14-03 for reporting guidance. See TEGL 14-00, Change 1 and TEGL 14-03 for reporting guidance.
Audits
In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-133 (Revised, June 27, 2003), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations," nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $500,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $500,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133. Audits shall be conducted in accordance with 20 CFR 667.200(b).
Records
States are required to maintain adequate records in accordance with DOL uniform administrative requirements in 29 CFR Sections 97.20 and 97.42.
Program Accomplishments
Not Applicable.
Financial Information
Account Identification
91-0400-0-1-501.
Obligations
(Project Grants) FY 08 $10,000,000; FY 09 est $10,000,000; FY 10 est $10,000,000
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
For PY08 the range is $761,088-$1,099,410.
Regulations, Guidelines and Literature
20 CFR 666.200 - 666.230; Training and Employment Guidance Letters No. 20-01, change 7, TEGL 14-03 and TEGL 14-00, Change 1.
Related Programs
Not Applicable.
Information Contacts
Regional or Local Office
See Regional Agency Offices. State Federal Project Officers for those states receiving the awards.
Headquarters Office
Gail Sather Room S5206
200 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20210 Email: sather.gail@dol.gov Phone: 202-693-3995 Fax: 202-693-3490
Web Site Address
http://www.doleta.gov/performance.
Examples of Funded Projects
Not Applicable.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
Not Applicable.
