Policy Perspective
Joint_COGR-AAU_Letter_Commenting_on_Development_of_Specific_Ethologically_Approipriate_Standards_for_Non-human_Primates_in_Research
The joint letter from the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) and the Association of American Universities (AAU), dated August 3, 2015, presents comments on a petition urging the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to introduce specific ethologically appropriate standards for nonhuman primates in research settings. The letter responds to requests that the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) r
September_4_2015_-_COGR_Comment_Letter_to_the_Department_of_Labor_Wage_and_Hour_Division_Regarding_RIN_1235-AA11 (4)
The commented letter from the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), dated September 4, 2015, addresses the U.S. Department of Labor's proposal to significantly raise the minimum salary threshold for exempt employees under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) rules (RIN 1235-AA11). COGR, representing 190 research universities and affiliated institutions, expresses concern that more than doublin
September_24_2015_COGR_Letter_to_OMB_on_UG_Deviations (4)
The Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), representing major research universities, submitted a letter to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) on September 24, 2015, highlighting widespread deviations by federal agencies from the Uniform Guidance (UG) codified in 2 CFR 200.107. The letter details specific examples of federal funding announcements and award notices that impose requirements
NAS_Part_1_COGR_Response (1)
The document is the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR)'s response to the National Academy of Sciences' report on optimizing federal research regulations and reporting requirements for academic research institutions. COGR broadly expresses support for the report’s recommendations aimed at reducing administrative burden and increasing efficiency in the management of federal research
October_30_2015-_COGR-AAU_Joint_Letter_on_DFARS_Case_2013-D018 (2)
The joint letter from the Association of American Universities (AAU) and the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) addresses significant concerns regarding the interim Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) rule, Case 2013-D018, which expands safeguarding and reporting requirements for controlled defense information. The organizations, representing numerous leading U.S. resea
October2015MeetingReport
The October 2015 Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) meeting report details significant developments across research regulatory reform, costing policies, contracts, intellectual property, and research compliance. Major topics included the Common Rule Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), with ongoing discussions around extending the public comment period and SACHRP's anticipated recommen
COGR Letter to DOD on COI Requirements
The document represents a comprehensive guide and formal communication pertaining to the procedures, requirements, and regulatory framework for submitting medical research proposals to the U.S. Department of Defense’s Defense Health Program, particularly those managed by the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRMC). It consists of detailed application instructions, policy clarific
COGR Adjust UCA Nov 13, 2015
The document is a formal letter from the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), representing major research universities, addressed to officials at the Office of Federal Financial Management within the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The letter discusses the methodology for calculating the Utility Cost Adjustment (UCA) in the context of federal research funding, specifically critiquing a
Guide to 2 CFR 200 430 Compensation_Personal Services
The Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) Guide to 2 CFR 200.430 offers comprehensive guidance to institutions of higher education on interpreting and implementing the federal regulations governing compensation for personal services on federal awards. The Guide provides a detailed comparison between the Uniform Guidance and its predecessor, OMB Circular A-21, highlighting key updates such as in
A_Tutorial_on_Technology_Transfer_in_U.S._Colleges_and_Universities
This document, authored by the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), provides a comprehensive tutorial on technology transfer practices in U.S. colleges and universities. It begins by contextualizing technology transfer within the evolving role of universities in the knowledge-based economy, highlighting how academic institutions not only create and disseminate knowledge but also partner with
