; or (B) documentation of proficiency on the student's official academic transcript; and (4) an assurance that a student is not charged a fee for providing information under subsection (c)(1). (c) Student participation in a Seal of Biliteracy program (1) In general To participate in a Seal of Biliteracy program, a student shall provide information to the State that serves the student at such time, in such manner, and including such information and assurances as the State may require, including an assurance that the student has met the criteria established by the State under subsection (b)(1). (2) Student eligibility for participation A student who gained proficiency in a second language outside of school may apply to the State of the student's residence under paragraph (1) to participate in a Seal of Biliteracy program. (d) Use of funds Grant funds made available under this section shall be used for— (1) the administrative costs of establishing or improving, and carrying out, a Seal of Biliteracy program that meets the requirements of subsection (b); (2) public outreach and education about the Seal of Biliteracy program; and (3) subgrants to local educational agencies for language educator professional development, public outreach, and subsidizing baseline and final Seal of Biliteracy testing for low-income students. (e) Report Not later than 18 months after receiving a grant under this section, a State shall issue a report to the Secretary describing the implementation of the Seal of Biliteracy program for which the State received the grant. (f) Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2024 through 2028.