(a) State development planIn accordance with policies established by the Authority, each State member shall submit a development plan for the area of the region represented by the State member.
(b) Content of planA State development plan submitted under subsection (a) shall reflect the goals, objectives, and priorities identified in the regional development plan developed under section 2009aa–1(d)(2) of this title.
(c) Consultation with interested local partiesIn carrying out the development planning process (including the selection of programs and projects for assistance), a State may—(1) consult with—(A) local development districts; and
(B) local units of government; and
(2) take into consideration the goals, objectives, priorities, and recommendations of the entities described in paragraph (1).
(d) Public participation(1) In generalThe Authority and applicable State and local development districts shall encourage and assist, to the maximum extent practicable, public participation in the development, revision, and implementation of all plans and programs under this subchapter.
(2) RegulationsThe Authority shall develop guidelines for providing public participation described in paragraph (1), including public hearings.
Structure US Code
CHAPTER 50— AGRICULTURAL CREDIT
SUBCHAPTER VI— DELTA REGIONAL AUTHORITY
§ 2009aa–1. Delta Regional Authority
§ 2009aa–2. Economic and community development grants
§ 2009aa–3. Supplements to Federal grant programs
§ 2009aa–4. Local development districts; certification and administrative expenses
§ 2009aa–5. Distressed counties and areas and nondistressed counties
§ 2009aa–6. Development planning process
§ 2009aa–7. Program development criteria
§ 2009aa–8. Approval of development plans and projects