7 U.S.C. § 2009l | Duties of Rural Economic and Community Development State Offices

In carrying out this subchapter, the Director of a Rural Economic and Community Development State Office shall—

(1)

section 2009c of this title to the maximum extent practicable, ensure that the State strategic plan referred to in is implemented;

(2)

coordinate community development objectives within the State;

(3)

establish links between local, State, and field office program administrators of the Department of Agriculture;

(4)

ensure that recipient communities comply with applicable Federal and State laws and requirements; and

(5)

integrate State development programs with assistance under this subchapter.