; and (ii) the predictive analytics pilot program described in subparagraph (B). ; and (3) by adding at the end the following: (B) Predictive analytics pilot program (i) Grants for predictive analytics pilot program The Secretary may award grants under this subparagraph to eligible entities to develop predictive analytics programs that provide for the development of research-based strategies for risk and safety assessments relating to child abuse and neglect, for the purpose of helping children and families who come to the attention of the child welfare system. (ii) Eligible entities To be eligible to receive a grant under this subparagraph, an entity shall be a State, local governmental entity, or Indian tribe. (iii) Application requirements An eligible entity (or partnership of entities) that seeks funding under this subparagraph shall submit to the Secretary— (I) a description of the predictive analytics pilot; (II) a description of the geographic area to be served; (III) the expected outcomes of the pilot; (IV) a description of the data intended for use, including how the standards for the predictive analytics model are valid, reliable, equitable, and useful; (V) a description of the extent to which the eligible entity has access to sufficient, available quality datasets to build and maintain an accurate predictive model; (VI) the technical resources, including staff training, needed to carry out the pilot; (VII) a description of how the predictive analytics tool will fit within and be complementary to the strategy of child protection work in the geographic area that the model serves; (VIII) a description of how the entity believes the use of predictive analytics will— (aa) assist the entity (or partnership or entities) in better identifying and providing appropriate services to children most at risk of abuse and neglect; (bb) reduce bias based on race, sex, religion, national origin, age, and disability; and (cc) prevent any disparate treatment of children and families based on such characteristics