; (4) identify at-risk programs as low-performing if there is not sufficient improvement following the period of technical assistance provided by the State; and (5) subject low-performing programs to the provisions described in subsection (c) (as determined by the State) not later than 1 year after the date of such identification as a low-performing program. (c) Termination of eligibility Any teacher preparation program that is projected to close— (1) shall be ineligible for any funding for professional development activities awarded by the Department; (2) may not be permitted to provide new awards under subpart 9 of part A of title IV; and (3) shall provide transitional support, including remedial services if necessary, for students enrolled in the program in the year prior to such closure. (d) Application of the requirements The requirements of this section shall apply to both traditional teacher preparation programs and alternative routes to State certification and licensure programs. . 109. General provisions Section 208(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 1022g(a) ) is amended by striking sections 205 and 206 and inserting section 205 . 110. Authorization of appropriations Section 209 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 1022h ) is amended— (1) by striking 2009 and inserting 2018 ; and (2) by striking two and inserting 5 . II Amendments to the teach grants 201. Program established Section 420M of the Higher Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 1070g–1 ) is amended by adding at the end the following: (e) Programs projected To close An institution of higher education that offers a teacher preparation program that is projected to close— (1) may not provide new awards under this subpart; and (2) shall provide transitional support, including remedial services if necessary, for students enrolled in the program in the year prior to such closure. . 202. Applications