(a) In General.—The Appalachian Regional Commission may provide technical assistance to, make grants to, enter into contracts with, or otherwise provide amounts to individuals or entities in the Appalachian region for projects and activities to address drug abuse, including opioid abuse, in the region, including projects and activities—
(1)
to facilitate the sharing of best practices among States, counties, and other experts in the region with respect to reducing such abuse;
(b) Limitation on Available Amounts.—Of the cost of any activity eligible for a grant under this section—
(1)
not more than 50 percent may be provided from amounts appropriated to carry out this section; and
(c) Sources of Assistance.—Subject to subsection (b), a grant provided under this section may be provided from amounts made available to carry out this section in combination with amounts made available—