Alternate funds disbursal procedure.

(a) When DOI withholds funds from a recipient under these regulations, where permissible the Secretary may disburse the withheld funds directly to an alternate recipient under the applicable regulations of the bureau or office providing the assistance. (b) The Secretary will require any alternative recipient to demonstrate: (1) The ability to comply with these regulations; and (2) The ability to achieve the goals of the Federal statute authorizing the Federal financial assistance.