The University of Colorado’s Federal Relations and Counsel has released an update on several federal issues relevant to the university community. The update, dated January 23, covers topics such as the fiscal year 2026 appropriations process, ongoing litigation involving the TRIO program, the withdrawal of a lawsuit concerning diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies at the Department of Education, the transfer of certain staff from the Department of Education to the Department of Labor, and a new policy from the National Institutes of Health regarding fetal tissue research.
For more details or to access related communications and federal memos, readers are directed to visit the CU System Federal Updates and Actions page.



