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# 16 U.S.C. § 3458 - Limitation on assistance

## Text

In carrying out this subchapter, the Secretary shall provide technical assistance and financial assistance with respect to not more than 450 active designated areas.

(Pub. L. 97–98, title XV, § 1535, as added Pub. L. 107–171, title II, § 2504, May 13, 2002, 116 Stat. 274.)

## Notes

Editorial Notes

Prior ProvisionsA prior section 3458, Pub. L. 97–98, title XV, § 1535, Dec. 22, 1981, 95 Stat. 1340, related to program evaluation, prior to the general amendment of this subchapter by Pub. L. 107–171.