When Congress does not provide a formula for the distribution of available funds, the Department is able to exercise a certain amount of discretion consistent with the authorizing legislation (hence the term discretionary grants) concerning who may participate in the program, the extent of participation, or both. When this occurs, it is necessary to establish criteria for selection and for program size and growth. It is also necessary to establish some mechanism for competition among applicants.

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