Grant Transparency Act of 2023

The Grant Transparency Act of 2023 requires federal agencies to clearly disclose how they evaluate grant applications in their funding notices. Specifically, agencies must describe their evaluation criteria, any weighted scoring system used, and how applications are rated before funding is awarded. This applies directly to agencies issuing competitive grants (like those for research, community programs, or infrastructure) and affects applicants (such as nonprofits, universities, or local governments) seeking these funds. The law does not create new funding or change grant award decisions - it only mandates clearer information in the initial funding notice, effective 120 days after enactment.