Event Materials
On the Hill and in the Ledger: Legislative and Federal Budget Outlook: June 2025 COGR Meeting
The document summarizes a panel discussion held on June 6, 2025, addressing the current legislative and federal budget outlook, with a particular focus on research and development (R&D) policy and spending in the United States. Key speakers included Deborah Altenburg (APLU), Alessandra Zimmermann (AAAS), and Matt Owens (COGR). The presentation provides a comparative analysis of R&D investm
Committee Reports: October 2024 Meeting
The Committee on Governmental Relations (COGR) serves as the principal authority and advocate for U.S. academic research institutions on federal research policy, regulations, and compliance matters impacting the national research ecosystem. Founded in 1948, COGR is dedicated to strengthening the partnership between research institutions and the federal government to promote scientific advancement,
COGR Meet and Greet Presentation February 2023 Meeting
The document summarizes a "Meet & Greet" event held on February 28, 2023, with leadership from the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), including Chair Jeffrey Silber, President Wendy Streitz, and incoming President Matt Owens. The agenda covered an overview of COGR, its history, organizational structure, roles, and avenues for member engagement. The historical outline traces CO
