2025 Federal Administration Transition Information & Resources

Updated as of January 29, 2025

Important Notice:  As of January 29, 2025, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has rescinded Memo M-25-13.

As of January 29, 2025, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has rescinded Memo M-25-13, which had previously directed a pause on grant-related activities across federal agencies. This pause, initially announced on January 28, 2025, affected federal advisory committee activities, panel reviews, the issuance of new awards and solicitations, the distribution of funds under open awards, study sections, and other activities related to federally funded awards. The purpose of the pause was to allow federal agencies time to conduct ongoing administrative reviews.

The pause was originally expected to remain in effect through February 10, 2025, while agencies completed their reviews. However, on the afternoon of January 28, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia issued an administrative stay on the OMB's January 27 memorandum. This stay halts the pause until February 3, 2025, when the involved parties are scheduled for a hearing.

In light of these recent developments, the Offices of Sponsored Projects at SIUE, SIUC, and SOM-S are closely monitoring the situation and will continue to collaborate in providing timely and accurate updates. We will share any new guidance as it becomes available from federal agencies and as the situation evolves. Please stay tuned for further updates.