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Senator Peters Proposes Bill to Simplify Federal Grant Applications
Russ Survance
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 11:46:31 EST
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Senator Gary Peters of Michigan has introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at making federal grants more accessible to smaller communities and organizations. The Streamlining Federal Grants Act addresses challenges faced by rural areas and under-resourced entities that struggle with complex grant application requirements.
The bill mandates that federal agencies collaborate with the Office of Management and Budget to standardize and simplify grant procedures. Key provisions include clearer funding opportunity descriptions, upgraded grant management software, and uniform data standards for reporting. Agencies would designate senior officials to oversee these improvements.
Peters argues the current system disadvantages communities lacking dedicated grant-writing staff, preventing them from accessing crucial federal funding. The legislation seeks to reduce administrative burdens and ensure equitable distribution of resources.
Support for the measure comes from diverse Michigan stakeholders, including nonprofit organizations, municipal leagues, fire departments, universities, and community colleges. Supporters emphasize that simplified processes would allow organizations to dedicate more effort to serving constituents rather than navigating bureaucratic requirements.
The bill represents a bipartisan effort to modernize grant administration and expand access to federal funding opportunities across communities of all sizes.
