Webinar – Post-Election Federal Funding Trends for Research Universities

McAllister & Quinn’s Senior Vice President Ed Williams, Vice President Kellianne Lauer, and Director Alec Simantov presented a webinar this month on The Federal R&D Budget and what to expect with federal priorities as we move into fiscal year 2025.
Webinar – Post-Election Federal Funding Trends for Research Universities
Research Universities December 3, 2024

McAllister & Quinn’s Senior Vice President Ed Williams, Vice President Kellianne Lauer, and Director Alec Simantov hosted a webinar exploring the potential impact of election results on funding opportunities for large research universities. They analyzed trends in federal appropriations, agency priorities, and what changes a new administration might bring in 2025.

Key Highlights Include: 

  • The election results
  • The FY25 appropriations bills status
  • Update on CHIPS funding
  • Trends and topics we’re seeing across agencies
  • Looking ahead to a new year and a new administration
 

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