After evaluating the applications according to the criteria in § 411.21 the Secretary may select other than the most highly rated applications for funding if doing so would—
(a)
Improve the geographical distribution of projects funded under this program; or
(b)
Contribute to the funding of a variety of approaches for carrying out the activities under this part.
Code of Federal Regulations
(Authority:
20 U.S.C. 2401 and 2402
)