§ 2941. State legislative authority

(a) Authority of State legislature
Nothing in this chapter shall be interpreted to preclude the enactment of State legislation providing for the implementation, consistent with the provisions of this chapter, of the activities assisted under this chapter. Any funds received by a State under this chapter shall be subject to appropriation by the State legislature, consistent with the terms and conditions required under this chapter.
(b) Interstate compacts and cooperative agreements
In the event that compliance with provisions of this chapter would be enhanced by compacts and cooperative agreements between States, the consent of Congress is given to States to enter into such compacts and agreements to facilitate such compliance, subject to the approval of the Secretary.