Oppose Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) proposed Uniform Guidance rule (2 C.F.R. Part 200) (July 14, 2026)

The proposed changes to the Uniform Guidance threaten the stability that allows charitable nonprofit organizations to serve Utahns effectively.

We are concerned that:

• The rule is being advanced too quickly and should be delayed until major issues are addressed. The proposal is broad, complex, and far-reaching. The White House and OMB should take the time to work with policymakers and key stakeholders to address significant concerns rather than rush to finalize a flawed regulation.
• The proposal would create significant financial risk and instability for federal grantees, ultimately harming constituents. It would grant unprecedented discretion to withhold, suspend, terminate, or modify grants during the award period, creating uncertainty for organizations that rely on federal funding. This would increase financial, legal, and reputational risks while making it more difficult to provide essential services.
• Many qualified organizations may determine the risks outweigh the benefits, resulting in disruptions to housing, health, education, food assistance, disaster recovery, community development, and other critical services.
• The proposal would place additional strain on congressional offices responding to funding disruptions and constituent concerns. Over the past eighteen months, congressional offices have frequently assisted constituents and organizations facing abrupt funding interruptions. This rule risks making such uncertainty a recurring challenge for communities, grantees, and policymakers alike.
• The proposal undermines Congress's constitutional authority over federal spending. By granting broad discretion to alter or withhold congressionally authorized funding, the rule risks weakening congressional intent and undermining Congress's constitutional authority over federal spending.