OMB Issues Guidance on Application of Section 889 to Federal Assistance Recipients—and Confirms No Part B “Use” Prohibition
By EsqSocial Corporation 24/04/24
On April 22, 2024, the Office of Management and Budget (“OMB”) issued final guidance regarding the application of the Section 889 telecommunications ban to federal grants, loans, and cooperative agreements under 2 C.F.R. § 200.216. As a quick recap, Part A of Section 889 prohibits contractors from providing the federal government covered telecommunications equipment and services from certain Chinese manufacturers, whereas Part B prohibits contractors from using covered equipment and services....
By: Blank Rome LLP