Code of Federal Regulations Title 7. Agriculture § 7.220.5 Method of payment to States

(a) Obtain funds needed for reimbursement to School Food Authorities through presentation by designated State officials of a payment Voucher on Letter of Credit in accordance with procedures prescribed by FNS and approved by the U.S. Treasury Department;

(b) Submit requests for funds only at such times and in such amounts, as will permit prompt payment of claims or authorized advances;  and

(c) Use the funds received from such requests without delay for the purpose for which drawn.