In selecting among applications submitted under section 11802(a) of this title, the Secretary shall give priority to applicants who propose to carry out projects and activities—

1. (1) for the purposes specified in section 11801 of this title in geographical areas in which frequent and severe drug-related crimes are committed by gangs whose membership is composed primarily of youth, and
2. (2) that the applicant demonstrates have the broad support of community based organizations in such geographical areas.

(Pub. L. 100–690, title III, § 3503, Nov. 18, 1988, 102 Stat. 4255; Pub. L. 101–204, title X, § 1001(a), Dec. 7, 1989, 103 Stat. 1826.)

Editorial Notes

Amendments

1989—Par. (2). Pub. L. 101–204 substituted “have” for “that it has”.