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This resource library makes it easy to find IDEA fiscal information within CIFR’s focus areas, including key resources for new state staff. Enter search terms or use the filters at left to narrow the list.

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Nov 2024CIFR developed or co-developed Featured

IDEA Part C Fiscal Timeline 1.1

Lead agency staff can use this Excel tool to plan and track their yearly tasks to meet IDEA’s fiscal requirements on time.

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Jul 2026CIFR developed or co-developed

IDEA Funding Navigator

Track how IDEA funding flows from Congress through states to local programs with this interactive graphic.

Oct 2025CIFR developed or co-developed

IDEA Part C Timeline Tool Demonstration

This video shows state lead agency staff how to use the IDEA Part C Fiscal Timeline to plan and track yearly tasks.

Dec 2024CIFR developed or co-developed

IDEA Part C Indirect Costs Fiscal Responsibilities and Process Checklist

Provides steps for Part C coordinators to learn how the state follows indirect cost rate requirements under IDEA.

Aug 2024Federal agency

34 CFR Parts 75, 76, 77, 79, and 299: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) and Related Regulatory Provisions

The Federal Register published updated EDGAR regulations, effective September 30, 2024. This document also provides a summary of the major provisions of the changes and an analysis of public comments on the proposed regulations. 

Jul 2024Federal agency

Frequently Asked Questions on Changes to the Uniform Grant Guidance

This FAQ document from the U.S. Department of Education addresses common questions about April 2024 revisions to Title 2 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).

Apr 2024Federal agency

2 CFR Parts 1, 25, 170, 175, 180, 182, 183, 184, 200: Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance

The Federal Register published updated federal financial assistance guidance from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Along with the final regulations, this document provides OMB responses to public comments on the proposed changes.

Jan 2024CIFR developed or co-developed

IDEA Part C Fiscal Requirements

Two videos review OMB, EDGAR, and IDEA regulations as well as Sections III and IV of the state grant application.

Jul 2023CIFR developed or co-developed

From Data to Action: Using IDEA Fiscal Data

Use IDEA fiscal data to inform state technical assistance, policies, and practices with the questions in this online resource.

Jan 2023CIFR developed or co-developed

IDEA Part C Annual Grant Budget Calculator

Use this Excel tool to track funds to support their timely obligation and to complete the annual grant application.

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