; (2) a description of the challenges the State has faced in implementing the programs and activities funded by the grant and how it has addressed or plans to address those challenges; and (3) findings from the evaluation plan for the grant. 297E. Authorization of appropriations (a) Authorization (1) In general There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary for fiscal year 2018 and each succeeding fiscal year to carry out this part. (2) No continuing availability of funds Any amount appropriated for a fiscal year pursuant to the authorization under paragraph (1) shall not remain available for any subsequent fiscal year. (b) Reservation of funds From the amount made available to carry out this part for a fiscal year, the Commission may reserve not more than 10 percent of such amount to carry out activities related to— (1) technical assistance