PI signature no longer needed on cover page

NIH has just released information that the PI's signature will no longer be required on the face page of their applications. They have stipulated that applicant institutions will need to secure additional assurances from the PIs. In order to assure that UM is compliant with this new requirement we have amended the statement on the PSRS to the following statement.

It is understood that all parties to this submission are in compliance with the Federal Regulations regarding Debarment and Suspension, Drug-Free Workplace, Lobbying, Federal Debt Delinquency, Conflict of Interest and any other requirements published by the sponsor in connection with this funding application. It should be further understood that the approvals given on this form represent general approval of technical merit, allocation of University resources and fiscal budgeting, but do not represent specific approval of personnel title classifications of salary rates. Where funds are requested for the purchase of equipment, a determination has been made that no other equipment at the University is available or accessible or suitable for the intended use in accordance with the Manual for the Procurement and Maintenance of Federally Obtained Property.

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