Trump Administration Proposes Changes to Federal Grant Regulations
The administration released a 400-plus-page document this week outlining revisions to rules governing all federal grants. The proposal would alter peer review processes, restrict certain uses of grant funds, and expand termination authority for political appointees.
channel4.comThe Trump administration released a proposal this week to revise the primary regulation covering all federal grants. The 400-plus-page document would reduce the weight given to peer review when agencies decide which projects receive funding. It would also restrict scientists from using federal grant money to publish findings or attend conferences.
Political appointees would gain broader authority to end grants under the proposed rules.
The changes would apply across the entire federal government if adopted. Previous administration efforts to implement similar policies occurred through executive orders or agency-specific actions. The new regulation would place formal White House authority behind the revisions rather than relying on piecemeal implementation.
Officials stated the revisions aim to address waste and related concerns in federal spending.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
2 events- May 29, 2026
Trump administration released 400-plus-page proposal revising federal grant regulations.
1 sourceStat - Prior to May 29, 2026
Administration pursued similar grant policies through executive orders and agency actions.
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Potential Impact
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Researchers could face new limits on using grant funds for publication and conference travel.
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Agencies would apply the revised rules uniformly if the regulation is finalized.
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