Federal Updates
In January 2025, new presidential and congressional leadership in the federal government began issuing memos, regulations and executive orders, including some with the potential to impact our work and campus community. Visit our Federal Updates page for updates, information and resources relevant to campus.
About the Office of Federal Relations
UW–Madison’s Office of Federal Relations advocates on federal policies and issues that affect the university, and serves as a liaison between the university and the federal government. We work to advance UW–Madison’s interests in Washington, D.C., and share policy and funding developments that may impact the research, education and outreach missions of the University. Learn more.
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News & Updates
$100,000 H-1B Fee Update
On June 8, 2026, the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts struck down the federal government’s $100,000 H-1B payment policy as unlawful.
June 10, 2026Proposed changes to uniform guidance – UW–Madison monitoring and assessment
Vice Chancellor Dorota Brzezinska shared a message with the campus research community regarding the Office of Management and Budget's recently proposed changes to uniform guidance.
June 5, 2026Changes to the Federal Direct Loan Program from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
The Office of Student Financial Aid has created a webpage to share updates and resources on changing rules around federal student loan borrowing.
June 2, 2026UW–Madison participating in legal challenges to prevent wrongful funding cuts, grant terminations and delays
An update on UW–Madison's participation in legal challenges to prevent wrongful funding cuts, grant terminations and delays.
April 17, 2026- More news and updates