(a) As used in this section:
(1) Simplify means that a state may develop its own format, choose
its own submission date, and select the planning period for a state
plan.
(2) Consolidate means that a state may meet statutory and regulatory
requirements by combining two or more plans into one document and that
the state can select the format, submission date, and planning period
for the consolidated plan.
(3) Substitute means that a state may use a plan or other document
that it has developed for its own purposes to meet Federal requirements.
(b) If not consistent with law, a state may decide to try to
simplify, consolidate, or substitute federally required state plans
without prior approval by the Secretary.
(c) The Secretary reviews each state plan that a state has
simplified, consolidated, or substituted and accepts the plan only if
its contents meet Federal requirements.
