Grantees are required to execute a contract with HHSC on mutually agreeable terms and conditions in the manner and format prescribed by HHSC. Grant funds may not be distributed to a grantee before the execution of a contract with HHSC. In addition to other requirements, the contract will require that the grantee comply with:(1) the performance objectives established by HHSC and monitored through progress reports;(2) any financial and reporting requirements established by HHSC;(3) all applicable policies and procedures; and(4) all applicable federal and state laws and their implementing regulations.