GATA-FEDERAL RULES

Amends the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act. Makes various changes concerning references to the Code of Federal Regulations. Defines the following terms: "assistance listing", "assistance listing number", "fringe benefits", "Illinois Stop Payment List", and "Unique Entity Identifier". Makes changes to the definition of "direct costs". Provides that, with certain exceptions, the frequency of reports by recipients and subrecipients with respect to performance goals, indicators, and milestones required shall not be more frequent than quarterly. Provides that the Governor's Office of Management and Budget shall promote best practices for disseminating information about grant opportunities to grant-making agencies statewide, with an emphasis on reaching previously underserved communities and grantees. Provides that provisions requiring nonprofit organizations to maintain separate accounts for State grant funds do not apply to grant payments that are made as reimbursements. Makes other changes.