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OMB Urged To Update Info Collection Instructions
GAO Finds Agencies Not Considering All Costs To Reduce Administrative Burdens
Jerry Ashworth
Federal Grants Development Module
April 22, 2025 at 12:08:35 ET
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently advised the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) that updating its instructions for federal agencies issuing information collection request (ICRs) could help to reduce the administrative burdens for those seeking to receive benefits under certain federal financial assistance programs.
GAO defines “administrative burden” as the ti... Read More
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