34 U.S.C. § 12142: Uses of funds

(a) In generalFunds awarded under this part may be used only for purposes described in an approved application. The intent of grants under this part is to fund intensively comprehensive crime prevention programs in chronic high intensive crime areas. (b) GuidelinesThe Attorney General shall issue and publish in the Federal Register guidelines that describe suggested purposes for which funds under approved programs may be used. (c) Equitable distribution of fundsIn disbursing funds under this part, the Attorney General shall ensure the distribution of awards equitably on a geographic basis, including urban and rural areas of varying population and geographic size.