 This section covers 3 compliance requirements concerning recipient performance . They may require that recipients provide a level of contributions to a federal program , maintain specific levels of performance or achievement , or restrict the amount of federal funds used for a specific purpose . Failure to meet these requirements may result in either limitation of future funds or termination of assistance . Specific requirements for matching , level of effort , and earmarking are unique to each federal program , and are described in the laws , regulations , and contract or grant provisions that pertain to the program . 
