NAFOA Webinar on proposed OMB rule that would rewrite how grants and federal dollars are managed and disbursed
On May 29, 2026, the Office of Management and Budget proposed the most significant rewrite of federal grant rules in decades. If finalized, the new regulation would take effect on October 1, 2026, and its impact on federal grants to Tribal Nations could be significant.
Join NAFOA and a panel of experts as we break down what's in the proposed rule, what it means for Tribal governments, and what you can do before the July 13 comment deadline.
Topics will include:
- Funding security risks — New agency authority to terminate discretionary grants mid-award with minimal notice and no formal appeal rights
- DEI restrictions and cultural programs — How vague new prohibitions could challenge Native language, health, education, and cultural programs
- Political appointee review — What the new pre-award approval process means for Tribes seeking discretionary funding
- New compliance burdens — E-Verify mandates, English-only requirements, subrecipient monitoring, and cost restrictions
- How to respond — Practical steps for risk mapping your grant portfolio, assessing compliance exposure, and submitting effective public comments
