The Federal OMB’s Perspective on Recent Changes in Uniform Guidance

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) introduced significant changes to Uniform Guidance, the comprehensive federal regulation for administering federal grants. Effective October 1, 2024, these changes mark a significant shift towards greater accountability, transparency, and performance in federal grant management.

Navigating these complex changes can be challenging for state and local government agencies, especially those managing pass-through grants and programs with subrecipients. To assist, we’ve reviewed and analyzed perspectives from grantmaking experts across multiple sectors to surface the most essential points for grantmakers.