Institute of Museum and Library Services
2026-10-08 · Notice
Notice of Proposed Information Collection Requests: IMLS Grants for Local History Notice of Funding Opportunity
Official abstract: The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre-clearance consultation program to provide the general public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing collections of information in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This program helps to ensure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. The purpose of this notice is to communicate the agency's intent to request clearance for a new IMLS grant program (the final name is to be determined) designed to support small history museums, small historical societies, and small historic houses/sites that celebrate and preserve America's history and values, with an emphasis on amplifying the stories of their local communities. A copy of the proposed information collection request can be obtained by contacting the individual listed below in the ADDRESSES section of this notice.
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2026-09-28 · Notice
Notice of Proposed Information Collection Requests: Native American Library Services Enhancement Grants Notice of Funding Opportunity.
Official abstract: The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre-clearance consultation program to provide the general public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing collections of information in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This program helps to ensure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. The purpose of this notice is to communicate the agency's intent to request renewal of the clearance for IMLS's Native American Library Services Enhancement Grant Program (NAE), a discretionary grant program designed to assist Native American libraries in improving core library services for their communities. A copy of the proposed information collection request can be obtained by contacting the individual listed below in the ADDRESSES section of this notice.
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2026-09-28 · Notice
Notice of Proposed Information Collection Requests: IMLS Native Hawaiian Library Services Grant Program Notice of Funding Opportunity
Official abstract: The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre-clearance consultation program to provide the general public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing collections of information in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This program helps to ensure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. The purpose of this notice is to solicit comments related to a grant program targeting the needs of Native Hawaiian libraries. A copy of the proposed information collection request can be obtained by contacting the individual listed below in the ADDRESSES section of this notice.
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2026-09-28 · Notice
Notice of Proposed Information Collection Requests: Generic Clearance for the Collection of Qualitative Feedback on Agency Service Delivery
Official abstract: The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre-clearance consultation program to provide the general public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed and/or continuing collections of information in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This program helps to ensure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. The purpose of this notice is to solicit comments related to renewing the Generic Clearance for the Collection of Qualitative Feedback on Agency Service Delivery. A copy of the proposed information collection request can be obtained by contacting the individual listed below in the ADDRESSES section of this notice.
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2026-08-14 · Notice
Regulatory Agenda
Official abstract: Pursuant to the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 605) and Executive Order 12866, the Institute of Museum and Library Services publishes this regulatory agenda describing Agency regulations under development or review. The complete Unified Agenda is available at www.reginfo.gov.
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2026-05-29 · Proposed Rule
Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance
Management and Budget Office,
Health and Human Services Department,
Agriculture Department,
State Department,
Agency for International Development,
Veterans Affairs Department,
Energy Department,
Treasury Department,
Defense Department,
Transportation Department,
Commerce Department,
Interior Department,
Environmental Protection Agency,
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation,
National Aeronautics and Space Administration,
United States Agency for Global Media,
Nuclear Regulatory Commission,
Corporation for National and Community Service,
Social Security Administration,
Housing and Urban Development Department,
National Science Foundation,
National Archives and Records Administration,
Small Business Administration,
Justice Department,
Labor Department,
Homeland Security Department,
National Foundation on the Arts and the Humanities,
Institute of Museum and Library Services,
National Endowment for the Arts,
National Endowment for the Humanities,
Education Department,
Export-Import Bank,
Executive Office of the President,
Office of National Drug Control Policy,
Peace Corps,
Election Assistance Commission,
Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Council,
Federal Communications Commission,
Consumer Product Safety Commission,
Delta Regional Authority,
Appraisal Subcommittee of the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council,
Marine Mammal Commission,
Millennium Challenge Corporation,
National Credit Union Administration
Official abstract: The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) proposes to revise the Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance to improve government- wide policies and requirements related to the management of grants, cooperative agreements, and other forms of assistance. OMB is proposing revisions that would improve transparency, accountability, and oversight for Federal awards across the Federal Government. This includes ensuring that American tax dollars are not wasted or misused, activities performed under Federal awards are consistent with law and policy, and recipients are held accountable when they fail to meet relevant standards. The revisions also aim to ensure that basic American principles of equality and equal opportunity are upheld throughout all stages of the award making process and that unlawful discrimination is no longer permitted. Proposed changes also include providing further clarification on the regulatory status of the OMB requirements and on the process for future updates to the government- wide requirements. Finally, OMB also proposes changes to reduce recipient burden. The listed Federal grant-making agencies propose conforming changes to their respective adopting regulations, or, in the case of some agencies and other entities, establishing new adopting regulations or policies. The proposed changes reflect the administration's commitment to transparency, accountability, and proper oversight for the Federal grantmaking process. The proposed regulations seek to ensure that American tax dollars are ultimately used to serve the needs of the American public.
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2026-05-21 · Notice
Submission for OMB Review, Comment Request for Proposed Collection: 2026-2028 Grant Performance Report Forms
Official abstract: The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announces the following information collection has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This law helps to ensure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. This Notice proposes the clearance of the 2026-2028 Grant Performance Report Forms. A copy of the proposed information collection request can be obtained by contacting the individual listed below in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this Notice.
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2026-05-21 · Notice
Submission for OMB Review, Comment Request, Proposed Collection: 2026-2028 IMLS Native American Library Services Basic Grants Program-Final Performance Report Form
Official abstract: The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announces the following information collection has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This law helps to ensure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. This Notice proposes the clearance of the 2026-2028 IMLS Native American Library Services Basic Grants Program--Final Performance Report Form. A copy of the proposed information collection request can be obtained by contacting the individual listed below in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this Notice.
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2026-05-14 · Notice
Submission for OMB Review, Comment Request for Proposed Collection: Guidelines for IMLS Grants to States Five-Year Evaluation
Official abstract: The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announces the following information collection has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This law helps to ensure that requested data is provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. This Notice proposes the clearance of the Guidelines for IMLS Grants to States Five-Year Evaluation. A copy of the proposed information collection request can be obtained by contacting the individual listed below in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this Notice.
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2026-05-14 · Notice
Submission for OMB Review, Comment Request for Proposed Collection: IMLS Grants to States Program State Reporting System
Official abstract: The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announces the following information collection has been submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. This law helps to ensure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. This Notice proposes the clearance of the IMLS Grants to States Program State Reporting System. A copy of the proposed information collection request can be obtained by contacting the individual listed below in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section of this Notice.
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