A compilation of resources related to 2 CFR 200 "Uniform Guidance"
Uniform Guidance
Examines policies, practices, and implementation of the Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance, including 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance).
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Uniform Guidance Revisions—Then, Now and When October 2025
A summary from COGR's October 2025 membership meeting of updates to the Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) Compliance Supplement affecting research institutions’...
Uniform Guidance Update & COGR’s “Look” Series (5th Look): October 2024 Meeting
The referenced document outlines a comprehensive update on the Uniform Guidance revisions by COGR as part of its ongoing “Look” Series, culminating in a session held...
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A Second Look at the Final OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance – Webinar Poll Results
The document presents the results of a webinar conducted on May 15, 2024, which surveyed participants on their familiarity and perspectives regarding the final OMB guidance for federal financial assistance. The poll addressed topics such as the extent of participants’ review, equipment capitalization thresholds, institutional implementation strategies, and primary office leadership, collecting res
COGR Responds to OMB's NPRM on Guidance for Grants & Agreements "Uniform Guidance"
The document is a formal response from the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), representing over 200 U.S. research universities and affiliated institutions, to the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) proposed revisions to 2 CFR Chapters 1 and 2. COGR commends OMB for its transparency and dedication throughout the rulemaking process but highlights several areas where the proposed changes
Revisions to the Uniform Guidance: October 2023 Meeting
The document provides a detailed overview of the proposed revisions to 2 CFR 200, commonly known as the Uniform Guidance, with a focus on the implications for research institutions and other stakeholders. These revisions, announced by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in October 2023, represent a substantial rewrite since the last major update in 2020. The changes aim to incorporate new st
COGR Responds to OMB's Request to Provide Data-driven Evidence to Support Modifications to 2 CFR Chapter 2, Part 200 (2 CFR 200) of the Uniform Guidance (UG)
The document is a formal letter from the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) to a policy analyst at the Office of Federal Financial Management, Office of Management and Budget (OMB), addressing proposed revisions to 2 CFR Chapter 2, Part 200 (Uniform Guidance) as it relates to federally funded research at academic institutions. Drawing on recent surveys and studies, COGR advocates for three p
COGR Responds to OMB's RFI: Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200)
COGR has posted its Letter to OMB, in response to OMB’s Request for Information (RFI) – Uniform Guidance. We expect OMB to review responses from all stakeholders and publish proposed revisions to the Uniform Guidance later in 2023.
COGR Posts DRAFT Response to OMB (Uniform Guidance)
The Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), representing over 200 U.S. research universities and affiliated institutes, submitted a detailed response to the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) Request for Information regarding proposed updates to federal grant regulations (notably, 2 CFR Parts 25, 170, 175, 176, 180, 182, 183, and 200). The letter outlines a series of recommendations aimed a
COGR Requests a 30-Day Extension to Respond to OMB's RFI
COGR requested a 30-day extension to respond to OMB’s RFI regarding updates to 2 CFR Part 200, Uniform Guidance.
COGR Submits Letter to Dr. Tabak on the NIH Modular Grant Application and Award Process
The letter, sent by the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) to Dr. Lawrence A. Tabak, Acting Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), highlights concerns with the current limitations of the NIH Modular Grant Application and Award process. COGR acknowledges the positive impact and original intent of the modular grant system, introduced in 1998 to reduce administrative burden and fo
COGR Submits Letter to OSTP on Reducing Administrative Burden
This letter provides specific suggestions to OSTP for achieving its objective of reducing administrative burden associated with federally funded research, including suggestions regarding research security requirements. Posted December 21, 2021
