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NIFA Federal Assistance Policy Guide

Guidance Resources Moved to USDA.gov

To comply with Executive Order 13891, NIFA is reviewing all online resources to identify guidance documents and webpages. The content on this page may have moved and may now be accessible on the new USDA Guidance Portal. If the content was moved, you can access the content directly on the portal by clicking the button link below.

These documents provide information about the NIFA grant process and its associated authorities and NIFA’s responsibilities. The Office of Grants and Financial Management (OGFM) maintains this document. Changes in statutes, regulations, or policies effective before the next revision of the NIFA Policy Guide will be published separately.

NIFA Federal Assistance Policy Guide

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NIFA-20-016 Federal Assistance Policy Guide - July 2020

*Disclaimer: The contents of these documents do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This document is intended only to provide clarity to the public regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies.  

Page last updated: March 18, 2026

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