(1) Commerce will initially allocate funds to authorized rehabilitation agencies using a formula developed for the low-income rural rehabilitation grant fund. Initial funding levels may be adjusted based on the capacity and capability of each rehabilitation agency as determined through the application process.

(2) Commerce may reallocate funds to other authorized rehabilitation agencies if doing so will better achieve the objectives of the program.

(3) Authorized rehabilitation agencies will receive a grant for funds each biennium funding is available. Funding is subject to a grant agreement between commerce and the authorized rehabilitation agency.

(4) Authorized rehabilitation agencies must report to commerce quarterly or in line with reporting for federal weatherization grants. Commerce will provide reporting instructions to authorized rehabilitation agencies. Timely reporting will be considered when determining future funding opportunities.