OMB Proposed Revision to the Uniform Guidance
On May 29, 2026, the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) published a proposed rule in the Federal Register (Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance) that would substantially revise the government-wide regulations governing federal financial assistance, including the Uniform Guidance in 2 CFR Part 200. OMB is actively seeking public feedback on these changes during a 45-day comment period. OMB intends to issue a final rule that becomes effective by October 1, 2026, to apply to new federal awards made in FY2027.
George Mason is reviewing the proposed changes and coordinating efforts with other universities and associations such as COGR and APLU. Updates will be communicated to the George Mason research community as new information becomes available. Email questions to Mike Laskofski.
Additional Resources:
Redline version of Uniform Guide created by COGR. Shows changes in track changed. Note: you will need a COGR account to log in and access. Mason is a COGR member and creating an account is easy and free.
OMB Proposed Rule on Uniform Guidance: Immediate Considerations for Research Institutions: Letter by COGR, AAU, and APLU identifying five issues for immediate attention in the proposed Uniform Guidance regulation. Note: you will need a COGR account to log in and access. George Mason is a COGR member and creating an account is easy and free.
Uniform Guidance Proposed Revisions: A First Look for Institutions June 2026 COGR Meeting: Slides and Session Recording providing an overview of changes proposed to the Uniform Guidance by a COGR panel as well as a Q&A session. Note: you will need a COGR account to log in and access. George Mason is a COGR member and creating an account is easy and free.
COGR Requests Extension for Comments to OMB on Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance | COGR
OMB Proposed Rule on Uniform Guidance: Immediate Considerations for Research Institutions | COGR
The Trump administration has issued several Executive Orders since January 20, 2025, that represent a shift in federal priorities. This webpage serves as the central location for updates regarding federal funding during the current transition period. See the below for further information.
George Mason Research Funding Communications
Federal Agency Funding Guidance
COGR-2025 Administration Transition Information and Resources