purposes of implementing a financial asset verification program under this section, a State may select and enter into a contract with a public or private entity meeting such criteria and qualifications as the State determines appropriate, consistent with requirements in regulations relating to general contracting provisions and with section 1903(i)(2) of the Social Security Act. In carrying out activities under such contract, such an entity shall be subject to the same requirements and limitations on use and disclosure of information as would apply if the State were to carry out such activities directly. (h) Technical Assistance The Secretary shall provide States with technical assistance to aid in implementation of a financial asset verification program under this section. (i) Reports A State implementing a financial asset verification program under this section shall furnish to the Secretary such reports concerning the program, at such times, in such format, and containing such information as the Secretary determines appropriate. . 3. Effective date This Act and the amendments made by this Act shall take effect on October 1, 2020.