This final rule implements regulatory timeliness standards for the Insular Areas Program, as established by the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. The expenditure standards will ensure that grantees carry out their programs in a timely manner. The standards take into consideration and reflect the unique circumstances faced by Insular Area grantees in their ability to expend CDBG allocations. The final rule provides that an Insular Area grantee may submit an abbreviated consolidated plan rather than a full consolidated plan. This final rule also makes technical and conforming changes to the Insular Areas program. The final rule follows publication of an August 7, 2006, proposed rule on which HUD did not receive any public comments. Accordingly, HUD is adopting the August 7, 2006, proposed rule without change.