Hearing on Federal Grant Management Efficiency
January 1, 2018
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The Frame
The hearing addresses the administrative burden of federal grant programs, which currently distribute over $700 billion annually to state and local governments, nonprofits, and individuals.
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State and local governments
These entities are primary recipients of federal grants and are subject to reporting and compliance requirements.
Nonprofits
Nonprofits receive federal grant funding and must comply with federal reporting standards.
Federal grant managers
These employees are responsible for monitoring grant compliance and program results.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The federal government awards over $700 billion in grants annually.
- Federal grant managers spend approximately 40 percent of their time on compliance monitoring rather than program results.
- Grant recipients face administrative burdens due to duplicative reporting requirements across multiple federal agencies.
- The 2014 DATA Act was enacted to standardize federal spending data and improve its accessibility to the public.
- Section 5 of the DATA Act established a pilot program to test standardized recipient reporting to reduce administrative burdens.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much money does the federal government give out in grants each year?
Why is the current grant reporting process considered burdensome?
Why It Matters
The hearing addresses the administrative burden of federal grant programs, which currently distribute over $700 billion annually to state and local governments, nonprofits, and individuals.
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Lobbying Activity
DENTONS US LLP
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Discoveries
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Focus on Administrative Efficiency
The hearing highlights a shift toward reducing the compliance burden on grant recipients to improve the effectiveness of federal spending.
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Analysis Score
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- Controversy15Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
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