- (a) A recipient and subrecipient, as applicable, shall comply with the relevant statutes, regulations, and the approved application and Federal award, and shall use Federal funds in accordance therewith.
- (b) No act or failure to act by an official, agent, or employee of the Institute can affect the authority of the Director to enforce regulations.
- (c) In any circumstance for which waiver is provided, the determination of the Director shall be final.