Policy Perspective
COGR Comment Letter to NSF on 22-1 PAPPG
The Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), representing 190 research universities and affiliated institutions, submitted comprehensive comments to the National Science Foundation (NSF) regarding the proposed updates in the Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG), specifically NSF 22-1. COGR’s commentary focuses on achieving greater clarity and harmonization in policy langua
COGR Submits Letter to Biden Administration on Administrative Burden in Research
COGR wrote to President Biden to express appreciation for his administration's commitment to research and to offer recommendations for maximizing the impact of federal research funding. The letter details concerns regarding excessive and inefficient regulatory burdens on federally funded research, highlighting their detrimental effects on productivity and institutional resources, and presents elev
COGR Submits Letter to ORI on RFI on Research Integrity (85 FR 66341)
The Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), representing 190 U.S. research universities and affiliated institutes, responded to the Office of Research Integrity's (ORI) request for information regarding fostering a climate of research integrity through training and education. COGR acknowledges the critical role of Responsible Conduct of Research (RI/RCR) education in promoting ethical resea
Joint Association Letter to DoD Regarding CMMC (DFARS Case 2019-D041)
The letter, jointly submitted by the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), EDUCAUSE, the Association of American Universities (AAU), the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU), and the American Council on Education (ACE), articulates deep concerns regarding the Department of Defense’s (DOD) interim rule implementing the NIST Special Publication 800-171 Assessment Methodology
COGR Sends Letter to OMB on the 2020 Compliance Supplement
The Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), representing 190 member institutions, submitted a letter to Mr. Gilbert Tran of the Office of Federal Financial Management to address concerns regarding the 2020 Compliance Supplement (2 CFR Part 200, Subpart F, Appendix XI). The letter acknowledges appreciation for the office’s efforts but urges that audit requirements and related guidance concerning
COGR Submits Multi-Association Letter to OMB Requesting Extension/Reinstatement of M-20-17 & -26
The letter, submitted on September 28, 2020, by the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) and several prominent academic and scientific organizations—including AAU, APLU, AAMC, ACE, and AAAS—addresses Margaret Weichert, Deputy Director of Management at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The signatories collectively represent leading research institutions responsible for the majority of
