1. Process established. The department shall adopt rules establishing an application process for fund grants for the purposes set forth in section 13063-K, subsection 2. In establishing the application process, the department shall consult with business experts involved with microenterprises in the State. [PL 2001, c. 471, Pt. A, §7 (NEW).] 2. Process requirements. The application process must be competitive. An applicant shall specify whether a grant is sought for microenterprise technical assistance or training or a combination thereof. In making grants, the department shall give priority to applications that: A. Are joint applications by 2 or more community-based organizations or otherwise provide for cooperation among community-based organizations; [PL 2001, c. 471, Pt. A, §7 (NEW).] B. Target aid to low-income individuals; or [PL 2001, c. 471, Pt. A, §7 (NEW).] C. Target aid to areas of high unemployment or to underserved areas of the State. [PL 2001, c. 471, Pt. A, §7 (NEW).] The department may establish additional criteria for assessing applications for fund grants. [PL 2001, c. 471, Pt. A, §7 (NEW).]
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