Department of Defense Indirect Cost Rate
Late last week, the Department of Defense (DoD) sought to implement the agency’s earlier memorandum regarding the implementation of a 15% indirect cost cap. On June 16, the Association of American Universities, the American Council on Education, the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, and several institutions filed a lawsuit to halt the proposed action. On June 17, a temporary restraining order (TRO) was issued stopping implementation. The next hearing in the case is scheduled for July 2.
State Department and Student Visas
On June 18, the State Department announced the expansion of screening and vetting processes for visa applicants. The guidance notes that visa applicants’ online presence will be reviewed and visa application interviews will again be open for scheduling soon. Additional guidance is contained in the attached release. Should the Universities of Wisconsin receive any additional information, it will be shared as appropriate.
Recent Federal Actions
- House Science, Space, and Technology Committee: SST Committee Leaders Request GAO Review of Indirect Costs for Federal Research Awards
- Department of State: Announcement of Expanded Screening and Vetting for Visa Applicants