; and (B) protection against violence and intimidation of hospital personnel. (c) Preferential consideration in awarding grants In awarding grants under this part, the Attorney General shall give preferential consideration, if feasible, to an application from a hospital that— (1) has a demonstrated need for improved security; (2) has a demonstrated need for financial assistance; and (3) has evidenced the ability to make the improvements for which the grant amounts are sought. (d) Equitable distribution of grant funds In awarding grants under this part, the Attorney General shall ensure, to the extent practicable, an equitable geographic distribution among the regions of the United States and among urban, suburban, and rural areas. (e) Administrative costs Not more than 2 percent of a grant made under this part may be used for costs incurred to administer such grant. 3062. Applications (a) In general To request a grant under this part, the chief executive of a hospital shall submit an application to the Attorney General at such time, in such form, and containing such information as the Attorney General may reasonably require. (b) Requirements Each application under this section shall include— (1) a detailed explanation of— (A) the intended uses of funds provided under the grant; and (B) how the activities funded under the grant will satisfy the purpose of this part; (2) an assurance that the applicant shall maintain and report such programmatic and financial data, records, and information as the Attorney General may reasonably require; and (3) a certification, made in a form acceptable to the Attorney General, that— (A) the programs to be funded by the grant meet all the requirements of this part; (B) all the information contained in the application is correct