(a)

1. (1) The Transportation-Related Research and Workforce Development Grant Program Committee will submit their recommendation or recommendations for award of Transportation-Related Research and Workforce Development Grant Program funding to the Director of State Highways and Transportation.
2. (2) Upon the director’s approval, a minute order will be submitted to the State Highway Commission for their approval.
3. (3) Upon approval, a letter will be sent to each applicant informing them of the award amount granted for their application.

(b)

1. (1) An agreement of understanding will be prepared by the Arkansas Department of Transportation for each grant recipient.
2. (2) The recipient and the director must both sign the agreement of understanding before funds will be distributed.