Washington Update (April 2025)-Recording

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In this webinar, Brian Flavin, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at CASE, provides an update on current political developments affecting higher education in Washington, DC. He outlines the influence of the Republican-controlled Congress and White House, noting a significant lean towards executive actions over legislative processes due to narrow majorities in Congress. A key focus is on the upcoming budget resolution, which facilitates the reconciliation process, vital for passing tax reforms with a simple majority. This includes addressing the looming expiration of individual tax cuts by the end of 2025.<br /><br />Flavin highlights the Trump administration’s aggressive executive actions, such as the proposed closure of the Department of Education and funding challenges at NIH. He discusses the administration's investigation into anti-Semitism at Harvard University, which could impact federal funding and international student enrollment. The potential increase in the endowment tax and the opportunity to expand the charitable deduction for non-itemizers, which could boost philanthropic contributions, are significant issues for educational institutions. Throughout, Flavin emphasizes the importance of institutional advocacy and engagement with federal issues to navigate these challenges effectively.

Keywords

Brian Flavin

Strategic Partnerships

higher education

Republican-controlled Congress

executive actions

budget resolution

tax reforms

Department of Education

institutional advocacy