b201a113_lowability_of_Costs_Activities__Explanation_of_Allowable_Costs
[Items] Lobbying
Generally unallowable, in accordance with 45 CFR 75.450, including costs of lobbying activities to influence the introduction, enactment, or modification of legislation by the U.S. Congress or a State legislature. Under certain circumstances, as provided in 45 CFR 74.450(c)(2)(i), costs associated with activities that might otherwise be considered "lobbying" that are directly related to the performance of a grant may be allowable. The recipient should obtain an advance understanding with the GMO if it intends to engage in these activities. Unallowable for State and Local governments and for-profit organizations. (Also see Public Policy Requirements and Objectives-Lobbying Prohibition, Appropriation Mandates - Lobbying - Appropriation Prohibition, and Administrative Requirements-Monitoring-Reporting concerning lobbying restrictions, the required certification, and reporting).
7.9 Allowability of Costs/Activities
Explanation of Allowable Costs