Federal Updates

UW-Madison’s Office of Federal Relations is coordinating the campus response to emerging federal updates, including executive orders, agency directives and congressional activity. Representatives from across campus, including Strategic Communication, the Provost’s Office, the Office of Legal Affairs, the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, Student Affairs, the Office of Human Resources, the International Division, the Division of Enrollment Management, UWPD, and additional offices, are monitoring these issues and coordinating communication.

Last update: October 8, 2025

Messages for Campus

Questions?

Campus community members can reach out to University Relations, the centralized point of contact for resources and information related to emerging federal updates. Campus units are asked to coordinate with our office before planning communication on federal actions and activities.

Resources

Research & Sponsored Programs

Researchers with federally-funded projects should consult these resources.

 

Administrative & Congressional Updates

Additional information and resources for understanding federal activities.

Human Resources & Immigration

Resources related to immigration, administrative compliance and more.

Focus on Mission

As UW–Madison assesses the evolving governmental landscape, our focus remains on our mission. We are committed to the Wisconsin Idea,  which states that what we do here at the University should enhance the lives of every person in the State of Wisconsin, as well as around the nation and the world.