The University of Colorado’s Federal Relations office has released its monthly update, covering several topics related to federal government activities and their impact on the university. The update includes information about the ongoing federal government shutdown and Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations process.
Other subjects addressed in the update are a CU Boulder lecture series focusing on federal governance, Representative Neguse’s “Congress on Your Corner” event, and a mention of CU Anschutz at a recent Senate hearing. The report also notes recent advocacy letters sent by the university, visits from congressional staff members, as well as other interactions with Capitol Hill. Recent federal grants awarded to the university are highlighted as well.
A separate communication from CU Federal Relations and Counsel provides details on the status of the government shutdown, a preliminary injunction affecting Reduction in Force (RIF) actions during shutdowns, updates to USCIS H1-B visa fees, finalization of rules regarding Public Service Loan Forgiveness by the Department of Education, and a court ruling reinstating certain mental health grants.
For more detailed information or to access official communications and memos from federal agencies relevant to the University of Colorado system, readers can visit the CU System Federal Updates and Actions page.
