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OFFICE OF FEDERAL RELATIONS

As one of the world’s leading research universities, the University of Washington is proud to be a long-term partner with the federal government on a host of programs and initiatives to improve society.

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Located steps from the U.S. Capitol at the Hall of the States, the Office of Federal Relations represents the University of Washington to both the legislative and executive branches of the federal government, participating on behalf of UW in a variety of national forums and advocating for UW priorities. The office also serves as a portal for the federal government and national organizations to the UW and as an access point for UW leadership and staff to our nation’s capital. Through regular reports and visits with campus personnel, Federal Relations staff provide timely information about national trends, opportunities and policy developments.

FY2025 Appropriations Tracker

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Stay up to date on federal priorities. Last updated 9/19/24.

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Federal Lobbying Disclosure

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We ask UW employees to coordinate advocacy with our office so that we can be clear, consistent, and comply with federal reporting requirements.

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Congressional Meeting Resources

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LATEST NEWS AND UPDATES


  • Congress Debates Another CR

    November 20, 2024

    The Continuing Resolution (CR) that Congress passed in late September will fund the government through December 20th. With that deadline now looming, lawmakers will have to decide whether to pursue another stop-gap measure, and push back the final approval of FY 2025, or attempt to pass an omnibus spending bill to fund the government through…

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  • Trump Taps Linda McMahon to lead Education Department

    November 20, 2024

    On Tuesday, President-elect Donald Trump tapped Linda McMahon, a longtime ally and co-chair of his transition team, to lead the Department of Education. McMahon served as head of the Small Business Administration during Trump’s first term. McMahon’s relationship with the President-elect spans decades, beginning when she and her husband founded World Wrestling Entertainment, or WWE.…

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  • Trump Administration Higher Ed Plans

    November 14, 2024

    As of late Wednesday night, Republicans have officially maintained a majority in the House. Republicans will maintain control over House and gain the White House and Senate. On the campaign trail higher education had considerable focus. President-elect Trump has suggested plans to eliminate the Department of Education. In his previous term, Trump proposed merging the…

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CONTACT US

Office of Federal Relations

444 North Capitol St. NW

Suite 418

Washington, DC 20001

Sarah Castro

Director

202-624-1426

smcastro@uw.edu

Sang Han

Deputy Director

202-624-1424

sanghan1@uw.edu

Declan McKnight Sklut

Federal Policy Associate

202-578-5895

dsklut4@uw.edu