Trump Administration Executive Actions

Energy Sciences Coalition Sends Letter to Congressional Leadership

On May 1, the Energy Sciences Coalition, which CGS is a member of sent a letter to Congressional Leaders opposing the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) decision to cap F&A rates at 15 percent.

Higher Education Community Letter to House and Senate Education Committees

On April 9, the higher education community, including CGS sent a letter to the House of Representatives and Senate in support of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program and affordable Income Driven Repayment (IDR) plans.

Higher Education Community Letter to the Department of Education

On February 25, 2025, the higher education community, including CGS sent a letter to Craig Trainor, Acting Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Education, requesting that the Department rescind their February 14, Dear Colleague Letter (DCL) and engage the higher education community on the agency’s latest interpretation of the Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard (SFFA) ruling.

CGS Letter to the Trump Transition Team

On November 22, 2024, the Council of Graduate Schools sent a letter to the president’s transition team introducing the organization and highlighting CGS’s role in advancing graduate education and research across a diverse range of institutions. The letter outlined priorities including expanding financial aid, supporting graduate education programs, and advancing scientific research and innovation.