Pub. L. 92-583, tit. III, sec. 309
review of performance
review of performance Sec 309. (a) The Secretary shall conduct a continuing review of the management programs of the coastal states and of the performance of each state. (b) The Secretary shall have the authority to terminate any financial assistance extended under section 306 and to withdraw any unexpended position of such assistance if (1) he determines that the state is failing to adhere to and is not justified in deviating from the program approved by the Secretary; and (2) the state has been given notice of the proposed termination and withdrawal and given an opportunity to present evidence of adherence or justification for altering its program.