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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.

FY2026 Appropriations Tracker

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Stay up to date on federal priorities. Last updated 7/15/25.

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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


  • Recission Package Passes

    July 18, 2025

    Much like the reconciliation bill earlier in the month, the Senate amended the Administration's recission package and sent it back to the House for final approval. The measure, H.R.4 - Rescissions Act of 2025, has passed the House and is now headed to the President's desk for signature. The Administration proposed $9.4 billion in funding…

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  • Student Loan Changes

    July 9, 2025

    After a marathon of overnight voting and intense intra-party negotiations, the Republican-controlled Congress has passed the long-anticipated “Big, Beautiful Bill” championed by President Trump. The sweeping legislation, signed into law on July 4, introduces significant changes across key policy areas—including taxation, defense, immigration, healthcare, and education. One of the bill’s most consequential changes involves a…

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  • OBBB Signed Into Law

    July 5, 2025

    President Donald Trump signed his "One Big, Beautiful Bill" into law during the July 4th picnic on the White House grounds, enacting a sweeping multitrillion-dollar legislative package that reflects the core of his policy agenda. The measure passed with near-unanimous Republican support in both chambers of Congress following months of negotiations and intense pressure from…

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CONTACT US

Office of Federal Relations

444 North Capitol St. NW

Suite 418

Washington, DC 20001

Sarah Castro

Director

202-641-1420

federalrelations@uw.edu

Sang Han

Deputy Director

202-641-1420

Declan McKnight Sklut

Federal Policy Associate

202-641-1420