UNC Chapel Hill Lobbies on Research Funding Cuts
Research funding lobbying intensifies as UNC Chapel Hill spends $190,000 in Q3 2025 fighting proposed NIH cuts and indirect cost caps threatening university research.
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Research funding lobbying intensifies as UNC Chapel Hill spends $190,000 in Q3 2025 fighting proposed NIH cuts and indirect cost caps threatening university research.
Counter-drone lobbying intensifies as Allen Control Systems invests $230,000 in direct advocacy, hiring former Senate Chief of Staff to secure share of $3.1B Pentagon funding.
Sugar program lobbying intensifies as Florida Crystals spent $350,000 in Q3 2025 defending against labeling threats and environmental pressure while protecting federal price supports.
Financial reform lobbying intensified in Q3 2025 as Americans for Financial Reform spent $150,000 opposing banking deregulation and fighting for consumer protections.
Research funding lobbying by Florida State University continues as FSU spent $105,000 in Q3 2025 amid proposed 56.9% NSF cuts and 39.3% NIH budget reductions.
Defense open architecture specialist Parry Labs spent $120,000 lobbying Congress in Q4 2025, pushing modular systems adoption as SPEED Act advances.
AI governance lobbying intensifies as AI Policy Network Inc. invests $349,000 in federal advocacy targeting AGI preparedness, testing protocols, and national security.
Toy industry tariffs reach 22.4% as trade group spends $180K lobbying on product safety and tariff relief amid Supreme Court challenge and CPSC crisis.
STRATCOM commander confirmation hearing examines Vice Admiral Correll’s readiness to lead nuclear modernization as Russia and China expand arsenals.
Senate HELP Committee tackles college cost transparency with bipartisan reform efforts. The College Transparency Act aims to give students clearer data on outcomes.
ACA subsidy expiration threatens to double premiums for 24 million Americans as Senate hearing examines Obamacare amid shutdown negotiations and partisan divides.
Radiation safety lobbying intensifies as Radiation Detection Co. hires Holland & Knight to advocate on federal monitoring standards amid competing congressional bills.
Colgate-Palmolive’s FDA lobbying strategy intensifies with Alpine Group Partners hire, bringing former Energy and Commerce Chairman Greg Walden to navigate oral care regulation.
Immigration advocacy lobbying takes center stage as Intervale Management hires Bridgeway Advocacy to represent green card holder Alexander Zheleznyak.
Child welfare lobbying expands as United Family Advocates retains Abecedarian Group to influence Title IV-E, Title IV-B, and CAPTA implementation after landmark reform.
Cuba human rights lobbying intensifies as Foundation for Human Rights in Cuba hires Corcoran Partners, bringing Florida connections to navigate polarized Congress.
PACE financing lobbying intensifies as Ygrene re-engages federal advocacy after four years, hiring Corcoran Partners to influence CFPB regulations reshaping the industry.
Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports prompt Indiana’s Dexter Axle to hire specialized trade lobbyist, joining manufacturers seeking tariff relief.
Yamaha Motor Corp. USA pivots to tariff lobbying, hiring Checkmate Government Relations to combat aggressive congressional trade legislation threatening its supply chain.
ADEA spent $171,000 lobbying Congress on dental education funding as student debt crisis deepens. Multiple bills advance addressing $312,700 average debt burden.
Toy industry lobbying intensifies as the Toy Association spends $180K in Q2 2025 on tariff relief, consumer safety, and counterfeit enforcement amid congressional debates.
Toy industry lobbying intensifies as The Toy Association spent $150,000 in Q1 2025 fighting 22% tariffs and counterfeit threats through congressional advocacy.
Aviation safety advocacy drives ALPA’s $140,000 Q3 lobbying on pilot training standards, mental health, and crew requirements amid congressional action following Reagan National collision.
USMCA review preparations drive Mexican business council to invest $140,000 quarterly in Washington lobbying as Congress debates trade policy and Chinese investment concerns.
