1. Common Data Element Repository (CDER) Library The CDER Library is shaped by federal and recipient community feedback; your input will ensure the tool is comprehensive, accurate, and easy to use. Why is this important? Promotes consistency of federal financial and business terms and definitions. Serves as a tool for assisting the Federal Government in creating information collection instruments. Provides a forum to engage federal and public stakeholders in further defining terms across established lines of business and their related definitions inclusive of agreed-upon standardized data elements. Improves financial transparency. Lays the foundation for achieving a data centric operating environment. How can you participate? Visit CDER Library https://repository.usaspen ding.gov/poc-tool/ https://repository.usaspen ding.gov/poc-tool/ Provide feedback at DATAActPMO@hhs.gov. DATAActPMO@hhs.gov Join the National Dialogue https://cxo.dialogue2.cao. gov https://cxo.dialogue2.cao. gov For more information on DATA Act, visit https://www.usaspending.gov/P ages/Data-Act.aspx https://www.usaspending.gov/P ages/Data-Act.aspx The CDER Library is designed to be a federal-wide, online searchable repository for grants-specific data standards, definitions, and context. It was authorized jointly by the Council on Financial Assistance Reform (COFAR) and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in June 2014 to facilitate federal and recipient community use of common data standards and the implementation of the DATA Act. The CDER Library addresses implementation of standardized reporting elements by incorporating data element attributes. The CDER Library test models will help identify recommendations to improve the accuracy and speed of grant lifecycle forms completion to help reduce grantee reporting burden. What is it? Fact Sheet | 2015 DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Fact Sheet | 2016

2. What you need to know about the DATA Act Fact Sheet | 2015 In May 2014, Public Law 113-101 Digital Accountability and Transparency Act (DATA Act) was signed into law with the purpose to establish government-wide financial data standards and increase the availability, accuracy, and usefulness of federal spending information. The purposes of this Act are to: Expand Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 (FFATA) to disclose direct federal agency expenditures and link federal contract, loan, and grant spending information to programs. Establish Government-wide data standards for financial information and provide consistent, reliable, and searchable government-wide spending data that is accurately displayed. Simplify Reporting for entities receiving federal funds by streamlining requirements and reducing compliance costs while improving transparency. Improve The quality of data submitted to USASpending.gov by holding federal agencies accountable for the completeness and accuracy of the information submitted. Apply Recommendations developed by the Recovery Accountability and Transparency Board for spending across the Federal Government to increase spending transparency and reduce reporting burden. As the Section 5 Pilot lead, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has designated the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as the executing agent for the Section 5 Pilot requirement for federal grants. The goal of the Section 5 Pilot is to facilitate the development of recommendations for— “(A) standardized reporting elements across the Federal Government (§5(b)(1)(A)); “(B) the elimination of unnecessary duplication in financial reporting (§5(b)(1)(B)); and “(C) the reduction of compliance costs for recipients of Federal awards (§5(b)(1)(C)).” Section 5 Grants Pilot Framework Consists of – Collecting feedback through the National Dialogue. Analyzing data-centric forms. Testing models such as the CDER Library, Consolidated FFR, Single Audit, NOA – POC, and Learn Grants. DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Section 5 Grants Pilot Key Dates Launch: May 9, 2015 Conclusion: May 8, 2017 Congressional Report: August 2017 Fact Sheet | 2016

3. Federal grant recipients are required to fill out the Federal Financial Report (FFR) and submit the form to their grant-awarding agency. The FFR is currently being submitted through multiple entry systems. The Consolidated FFR will allow grantees to submit the FFR form in one system. This will allow for a single point of data entry, validation of FFR data, anticipated streamlining of the close- out process, and a single point for data-sharing. Consolidated Federal Financial Reporting (FFR) Why is this important? Reduces grantee burden by eliminating unnecessary duplication. Provides edits that reduce reconciliation burdens. Streamlines the grant close-out process, which is currently considered burdensome. Allows awarding agencies, grantees, and other interested parties greater access to federal grant information. What is it? How can you participate? Send all inquiries and feedback to DATAActPMO@hhs.govDATAActPMO@hhs.gov Join the National Dialogue https://cxo.dialogue2.cao.gov https://cxo.dialogue2.cao.gov For more information on DATA Act, visit https://www.usaspending.gov/Pages/Dat a-Act.aspx https://www.usaspending.gov/Pages/Dat a-Act.aspx Standard data elements Duplicative reporting reduction Reduction in recipient burden This test model expands on findings from the Grants Reporting Information Project (GRIP), which recommend conducting a pilot that uses a standard point of entry for the FFR/SF-425 to further test the objective of centralized reporting for grantees. DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Fact Sheet | 2016

4. What you need to know about the DATA Act Fact Sheet | 2015 In May 2014, Public Law 113-101 Digital Accountability and Transparency Act (DATA Act) was signed into law with the purpose to establish government-wide financial data standards and increase the availability, accuracy, and usefulness of federal spending information. The purposes of this Act are to: Expand Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 (FFATA) to disclose direct federal agency expenditures and link federal contract, loan, and grant spending information to programs. Establish Government-wide data standards for financial information and provide consistent, reliable, and searchable government-wide spending data that is accurately displayed. Simplify Reporting for entities receiving federal funds by streamlining requirements and reducing compliance costs while improving transparency. Improve The quality of data submitted to USASpending.gov by holding federal agencies accountable for the completeness and accuracy of the information submitted. Apply Recommendations developed by the Recovery Accountability and Transparency Board for spending across the Federal Government to increase spending transparency and reduce reporting burden. As the Section 5 Pilot lead, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has designated the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as the executing agent for the Section 5 Pilot requirement for federal grants. The goal of the Section 5 Pilot is to facilitate the development of recommendations for— “(A) standardized reporting elements across the Federal Government (§5(b)(1)(A)); “(B) the elimination of unnecessary duplication in financial reporting (§5(b)(1)(B)); and “(C) the reduction of compliance costs for recipients of Federal awards (§5(b)(1)(C)).” Section 5 Grants Pilot Framework Consists of – Collecting feedback through the National Dialogue. Analyzing data-centric forms. Testing models such as the CDER Library, Consolidated FFR, Single Audit, NOA – POC, and Learn Grants. DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Section 5 Grants Pilot Key Dates Launch: May 9, 2015 Conclusion: May 8, 2017 Congressional Report: August 2017 Fact Sheet | 2016

5. Single Audit, previously known as the OMB Circular A-133 audit, is an organization-wide financial statement and federal awards’ audit of a non- federal entity that expends $750,000 or more in federal funds in one year. It is intended to provide assurance to the Federal Government that a non-federal entity has adequate internal controls in place, and is generally in compliance with program requirements. Non-federal entities typically include states, local governments, Indian tribes, universities, and non-profit organizations. Single Audit Why is this important? Eliminates unnecessary duplication in audit and financial reporting (i.e. SEFA vs. SF-SAC). Reduces compliance costs for non-federal entities. Uses stakeholder feedback to inform changes. Builds on the concept of developing a central location for non-federal entities to submit all information electronically. What is it? How can you participate? Email DAP to participate DATAActPMO@hhs.gov DATAActPMO@hhs.gov Join the National Dialogue https://cxo.dialogue2.cao.gov https://cxo.dialogue2.cao.gov For more information on DATA Act, visit https://www.usaspending.gov/Pages/Dat a-Act.aspx https://www.usaspending.gov/Pages/Dat a-Act.aspx Compare Current and new forms. Survey Auditors, auditees, and federal agency report uses to identify reduction in compliance costs and other benefits. Engage Stakeholder feedback. The Single Audit test model examines non-federal entity post-award reporting requirements under the Single Audit Act. These requirements may be facilitated by a more streamlined approach for SF- SAC/SEFA reporting. DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Fact Sheet | 2016

6. What you need to know about the DATA Act Fact Sheet | 2015 In May 2014, Public Law 113-101 Digital Accountability and Transparency Act (DATA Act) was signed into law with the purpose to establish government-wide financial data standards and increase the availability, accuracy, and usefulness of federal spending information. The purposes of this Act are to: Expand Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 (FFATA) to disclose direct federal agency expenditures and link federal contract, loan, and grant spending information to programs. Establish Government-wide data standards for financial information and provide consistent, reliable, and searchable government-wide spending data that is accurately displayed. Simplify Reporting for entities receiving federal funds by streamlining requirements and reducing compliance costs while improving transparency. Improve The quality of data submitted to USASpending.gov by holding federal agencies accountable for the completeness and accuracy of the information submitted. Apply Recommendations developed by the Recovery Accountability and Transparency Board for spending across the Federal Government to increase spending transparency and reduce reporting burden. As the Section 5 Pilot lead, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has designated the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as the executing agent for the Section 5 Pilot requirement for federal grants. The goal of the Section 5 Pilot is to facilitate the development of recommendations for— “(A) standardized reporting elements across the Federal Government (§5(b)(1)(A)); “(B) the elimination of unnecessary duplication in financial reporting (§5(b)(1)(B)); and “(C) the reduction of compliance costs for recipients of Federal awards (§5(b)(1)(C)).” Section 5 Grants Pilot Framework Consists of – Collecting feedback through the National Dialogue. Analyzing data-centric forms. Testing models such as the CDER Library, Consolidated FFR, Single Audit, NOA – POC, and Learn Grants. DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Section 5 Grants Pilot Key Dates Launch: May 9, 2015 Conclusion: May 8, 2017 Congressional Report: August 2017 Fact Sheet | 2016

7. Notice of Award – Proof of Concept (NOA – POC) DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Fact Sheet | 2016 What is it? The Notice of Award (NOA) is a document that contains information that grant recipients need in order to perform routine accounting and finance operations. NOAs often differ in format and content across both departments and agencies. For grant recipients with funding from various government sources, this becomes a burden when searching for information across awards. The NOA – POC test model will identify potential reductions in grant recipient burden by facilitating access to standardized data needed to administer the grant and populate information collections. The standardized NOA – POC used will be for testing purposes only and is not intended to be adopted for Government-wide use. Why is this important? Allows for grant recipients to easily capture reporting data across multiple awards. Helps grant recipients locate required data information with less burden than attempting to locate the information on various NOAs. Leads to exploration of automated methods of capturing information, such as screen scraping, to report award information. How can you participate? Email DAP to participate DATAActPMO@hhs.gov DATAActPMO@hhs.gov Join the National Dialogue https://cxo.dialogue2.cao.gov https://cxo.dialogue2.cao.gov For more information on DATA Act, visit https://www.usaspending.gov/Pages/Dat a-Act.aspx https://www.usaspending.gov/Pages/Dat a-Act.aspx ConsolidateCompareSurvey

8. What you need to know about the DATA Act Fact Sheet | 2015 In May 2014, Public Law 113-101 Digital Accountability and Transparency Act (DATA Act) was signed into law with the purpose to establish government-wide financial data standards and increase the availability, accuracy, and usefulness of federal spending information. The purposes of this Act are to: Expand Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 (FFATA) to disclose direct federal agency expenditures and link federal contract, loan, and grant spending information to programs. Establish Government-wide data standards for financial information and provide consistent, reliable, and searchable government-wide spending data that is accurately displayed. Simplify Reporting for entities receiving federal funds by streamlining requirements and reducing compliance costs while improving transparency. Improve The quality of data submitted to USASpending.gov by holding federal agencies accountable for the completeness and accuracy of the information submitted. Apply Recommendations developed by the Recovery Accountability and Transparency Board for spending across the Federal Government to increase spending transparency and reduce reporting burden. As the Section 5 Pilot lead, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has designated the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as the executing agent for the Section 5 Pilot requirement for federal grants. The goal of the Section 5 Pilot is to facilitate the development of recommendations for— “(A) standardized reporting elements across the Federal Government (§5(b)(1)(A)); “(B) the elimination of unnecessary duplication in financial reporting (§5(b)(1)(B)); and “(C) the reduction of compliance costs for recipients of Federal awards (§5(b)(1)(C)).” Section 5 Grants Pilot Framework Consists of – Collecting feedback through the National Dialogue. Analyzing data-centric forms. Testing models such as the CDER Library, Consolidated FFR, Single Audit, NOA – POC, and Learn Grants. DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Section 5 Grants Pilot Key Dates Launch: May 9, 2015 Conclusion: May 8, 2017 Congressional Report: August 2017 Fact Sheet | 2016

9. Learn Grants, a tab located on the Grants.gov website, promotes knowledge sharing among the grants community by providing access to grants lifecycle information, grant opportunities, and application tracking capabilities. Learn Grants summarizes and provides links to new and important grants information such as policies, processes, funding, and other information needed throughout the grants lifecycle. This portal also promotes the standardization of grants terminology and data. Learn Grants Why is this important? Fosters greater public transparency into the grants lifecycle and community engagement. Designed to reduce stakeholder burden associated with trying to learn, find, and apply for federal grants. Provides a comprehensive point of reference to access federal grants lifecycle information. Provides clarity on the roles of recipients and sub-recipients. Increases potential pool of grants applicants by reducing barriers to access. Engages a diverse set of stakeholders and provides more comprehensive training earlier in the grants lifecycle process to help enhance recipient compliance during post-award activities. How can you participate? Access Learn Grants http://www.grants.gov/web /grants/learn-grants.html http://www.grants.gov/web /grants/learn-grants.html Send all inquiries and feedback to DATAActPMO@hhs.gov DATAActPMO@hhs.gov Join the National Dialogue https://cxo.dialogue2.cao.gov https://cxo.dialogue2.cao.gov For more information on DATA Act, visit https://www.usaspending. gov/Pages/Data-Act.aspx https://www.usaspending. gov/Pages/Data-Act.aspx What is it? Stakeholder input is invaluable to the continued development of Learn Grants. Fact Sheet | 2015 DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Fact Sheet | 2016 The Learn Grants test model will determine users’ level of understanding on the grants lifecycle before and after using Learn Grants.

10. What you need to know about the DATA Act Fact Sheet | 2015 In May 2014, Public Law 113-101 Digital Accountability and Transparency Act (DATA Act) was signed into law with the purpose to establish government-wide financial data standards and increase the availability, accuracy, and usefulness of federal spending information. The purposes of this Act are to: Expand Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 (FFATA) to disclose direct federal agency expenditures and link federal contract, loan, and grant spending information to programs. Establish Government-wide data standards for financial information and provide consistent, reliable, and searchable government-wide spending data that is accurately displayed. Simplify Reporting for entities receiving federal funds by streamlining requirements and reducing compliance costs while improving transparency. Improve The quality of data submitted to USASpending.gov by holding federal agencies accountable for the completeness and accuracy of the information submitted. Apply Recommendations developed by the Recovery Accountability and Transparency Board for spending across the Federal Government to increase spending transparency and reduce reporting burden. As the Section 5 Pilot lead, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has designated the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as the executing agent for the Section 5 Pilot requirement for federal grants. The goal of the Section 5 Pilot is to facilitate the development of recommendations for— “(A) standardized reporting elements across the Federal Government (§5(b)(1)(A)); “(B) the elimination of unnecessary duplication in financial reporting (§5(b)(1)(B)); and “(C) the reduction of compliance costs for recipients of Federal awards (§5(b)(1)(C)).” Section 5 Grants Pilot Framework Consists of – Collecting feedback through the National Dialogue. Analyzing data-centric forms. Testing models such as the CDER Library, Consolidated FFR, Single Audit, NOA – POC, and Learn Grants. DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Section 5 Grants Pilot Key Dates Launch: May 9, 2015 Conclusion: May 8, 2017 Congressional Report: August 2017 Fact Sheet | 2016

11. National Dialogue is a web-based tool that provides the opportunity for a diverse assembly of grant recipients and contractors to engage in discussions on how to reduce compliance costs and reporting burden. Through the Dialogue, interested parties are encouraged to submit ideas, comment on the ideas of others, respond to questions posed by moderators, and vote to indicate which ideas they think are most promising and impactful. National Dialogue Why is this important? Comprises the “collect” element of the Section 5 Pilot, which is integral to gathering stakeholder feedback on current and future test models to help reduce recipient reporting burden. Fosters greater public transparency and community engagement. Drives innovation through a collaborative approach that promotes interactive discussion. Allows grant recipients the opportunity to impact the data collection process. What is it? Your feedback will inform how to best standardize processes and forms while managing compliance costs, reducing burden, and eliminating duplication. Fact Sheet | 2015 DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Fact Sheet | 2016 How can you participate? Send all inquiries and feedback to DATAActPMO@hhs.gov DATAActPMO@hhs.gov Join the National Dialogue https://cxo.dialogue2.cao.gov https://cxo.dialogue2.cao.gov For more information on DATA Act, visit https://www.usaspending.gov/Pages/Data- Act.aspx https://www.usaspending.gov/Pages/Data- Act.aspx

12. What you need to know about the DATA Act Fact Sheet | 2015 In May 2014, Public Law 113-101 Digital Accountability and Transparency Act (DATA Act) was signed into law with the purpose to establish government-wide financial data standards and increase the availability, accuracy, and usefulness of federal spending information. The purposes of this Act are to: Expand Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 (FFATA) to disclose direct federal agency expenditures and link federal contract, loan, and grant spending information to programs. Establish Government-wide data standards for financial information and provide consistent, reliable, and searchable government-wide spending data that is accurately displayed. Simplify Reporting for entities receiving federal funds by streamlining requirements and reducing compliance costs while improving transparency. Improve The quality of data submitted to USASpending.gov by holding federal agencies accountable for the completeness and accuracy of the information submitted. Apply Recommendations developed by the Recovery Accountability and Transparency Board for spending across the Federal Government to increase spending transparency and reduce reporting burden. As the Section 5 Pilot lead, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has designated the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as the executing agent for the Section 5 Pilot requirement for federal grants. The goal of the Section 5 Pilot is to facilitate the development of recommendations for— “(A) standardized reporting elements across the Federal Government (§5(b)(1)(A)); “(B) the elimination of unnecessary duplication in financial reporting (§5(b)(1)(B)); and “(C) the reduction of compliance costs for recipients of Federal awards (§5(b)(1)(C)).” Section 5 Grants Pilot Framework Consists of – Collecting feedback through the National Dialogue. Analyzing data-centric forms. Testing models such as the CDER Library, Consolidated FFR, Single Audit, NOA – POC, and Learn Grants. DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Section 5 Grants Pilot Key Dates Launch: May 9, 2015 Conclusion: May 8, 2017 Congressional Report: August 2017 Fact Sheet | 2016

13. There are several ways to participate in the Section 5 Grants Pilot! Send all inquiries and feedback to DATAActPMO@hhs.gov.DATAActPMO@hhs.gov Visit the CDER Library at https://repository.usaspending. gov/poc-tool/. https://repository.usaspending. gov/poc-tool/ Follow DAP on Twitter at www.twitter.com/HHS_DAP. www.twitter.com/HHS_DAP Access Learn Grants at http://www.grants.gov/web/gr ants/learn-grants.html. http://www.grants.gov/web/gr ants/learn-grants.html Visit the DAP website at http://www.hhs.gov/dataactp mo. http://www.hhs.gov/dataactp mo Join the National Dialogue at https://cxo.dialogue2.cao.gov. https://cxo.dialogue2.cao.gov For more information on the DATA Act, visit https://www.usaspending.gov/ Pages/Data-Act.aspx. https://www.usaspending.gov/ Pages/Data-Act.aspx DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Fact Sheet | 2016

14. What you need to know about the DATA Act Fact Sheet | 2015 In May 2014, Public Law 113-101 Digital Accountability and Transparency Act (DATA Act) was signed into law with the purpose to establish government-wide financial data standards and increase the availability, accuracy, and usefulness of federal spending information. The purposes of this Act are to: Expand Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 (FFATA) to disclose direct federal agency expenditures and link federal contract, loan, and grant spending information to programs. Establish Government-wide data standards for financial information and provide consistent, reliable, and searchable government-wide spending data that is accurately displayed. Simplify Reporting for entities receiving federal funds by streamlining requirements and reducing compliance costs while improving transparency. Improve The quality of data submitted to USASpending.gov by holding federal agencies accountable for the completeness and accuracy of the information submitted. Apply Recommendations developed by the Recovery Accountability and Transparency Board for spending across the Federal Government to increase spending transparency and reduce reporting burden. As the Section 5 Pilot lead, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has designated the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as the executing agent for the Section 5 Pilot requirement for federal grants. The goal of the Section 5 Pilot is to facilitate the development of recommendations for— “(A) standardized reporting elements across the Federal Government (§5(b)(1)(A)); “(B) the elimination of unnecessary duplication in financial reporting (§5(b)(1)(B)); and “(C) the reduction of compliance costs for recipients of Federal awards (§5(b)(1)(C)).” Section 5 Grants Pilot Framework Consists of – Collecting feedback through the National Dialogue. Analyzing data-centric forms. Testing models such as the CDER Library, Consolidated FFR, Single Audit, NOA – POC, and Learn Grants. DATA Act Program Management Office DATA Act Program Management Office Section 5 Grants Pilot Key Dates Launch: May 9, 2015 Conclusion: May 8, 2017 Congressional Report: August 2017 Fact Sheet | 2016