The following activities, when supporting other eligible activities under a program or subprogram and costs are allocated to the appropriate funding source, are eligible for funding:

(a) Conducting planning and compliance activities such as engineering, designing, surveying, obtaining permits or appraisals, and conducting environmental and archeological assessments.

(b) Engaging in oversight activities related to an award, such as:

(1) Monitoring, evaluating, and reporting;

(2) Investigating noncompliance or diversions; and

(3) Protecting property rights for real property that is carrying out the purposes of the Acts.

(c) Maintaining and operating facilities and equipment under the ownership or management control of the State fish and wildlife agency, or under a third-party binding agreement, that support eligible activities under the Wildlife Restoration Act or Sport Fish Restoration Act.

(d) Covering costs associated with State electronic data systems (SEDS), when appropriately allocated and approved by the Service. A SEDS is an electronic system used by a State fish and wildlife agency to sell licenses or support other financial transactions, collect and manage data, and communicate information. The functions and abilities of a SEDS may vary depending on the State fish and wildlife agency needs and organization.

(e) Administering awards (see also § 80.54) and coordinating awards in associated programs and subprograms.

(f) Providing technical assistance.

(g) Making payments in lieu of taxes on real property under the control of the State fish and wildlife agency when the payment is:

(1) Required by State or local law; and

(2) Required for all State lands, including those acquired with Federal funds and those acquired with non-Federal funds.

(h) Communicating with the public on eligible activities in an award, when allowable under 2 CFR part 200, subpart E. This communication may include using various forms of media and technology and does not require prior approval (see also §§ 80.50(a)(8) and 80.51(a)(10)).

(i) Advertising (see 2 CFR 200.421) to hire personnel for eligible activities, for procuring goods or services for an eligible activity, or to inform the public or a target audience about events or opportunities that support purposes of the Acts.