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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

Make the most of your time with congressional members and staff.

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LATEST NEWS AND UPDATES


  • House Ed & Workforce DEI Hearing

    May 19, 2025

    The House Education & Workforce Subcommittee has announced the witnesses for Wednesday’s hearing, “Restoring Excellence: The Case Against DEI” Witnesses Include: Mr. Dan Morenoff, Executive Director, American Civil Rights Project, Dallas, Texas Dr. Shaun Harper, Provost Professor of Education, Public Policy, and Business, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California Ms. Renu Mukherjee, Fellow, Manhattan Institute, New York, New York…

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  • Department of Labor Budget Hearing

    May 15, 2025

    The Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies will meet in open session at 10:00 AM on Thursday, May 22, 2025, in Room 138 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building. The hearing is titled: A Review of the President’s Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Request for the Department of Labor Witness: The…

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  • Reconciliation Update

    May 14, 2025

    House Republicans are pushing forward with their reconciliation bill, an ambitious effort to enact the bulk of President Trump's legislative agenda in a single package. Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is determined to pass the final bill before Memorial Day, but obstacles remain as intraparty divisions and strong Democratic opposition threaten to complicate the process. So…

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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