(a) Except in unusual circumstances, the Secretary gives state
processes or directly affected state, areawide, regional and local
officials and entities:
(1) At least 30 days from the date established by the Secretary to
comment on proposed Federal financial assistance in the form of
noncompeting continuation awards; and
(2) At least 60 days from the date established by the Secretary to
comment on proposed Federal financial assistance other than noncompeting
continuation awards.
(b) This section also applies to comments in cases in which the
review, coordination, and communication with the Department have been
delegated.