A proposed federal regulation aims to alter the process of awarding federal grants. If implemented, the regulation would allow political appointees to have significant influence over grant decisions, potentially moving away from a merit-based system. Critics argue this could lead to grants being denied or terminated without clear justification.
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Proposed Federal Regulation May Change Grant Awarding Process
A proposed federal regulation seeks to change the federal grant awarding process, potentially allowing political appointees to influence decisions. Critics express concern that this could undermine the merit-based nature of grantmaking.
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Proposed Federal Regulation May Change Grant Awarding Process