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International scientific collaboration agreements could face significant disruption or delay if plans to eliminate the office go forward.
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A new executive order directs the Department of Education to step up oversight of foreign gift reporting by U.S. universities.
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The DETERRENT Act would lower gift reporting thresholds and require waivers for contracts with “countries of concern.”
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JUL 09, 2025 – Nomination hearing
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JUL 09, 2025 – Nomination hearing
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JUL 09, 2025 – Nomination hearing
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JUL 09, 2025 – Confirmed on a 54-43 vote
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JUN 30, 2025 – Nominated
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JUN 26, 2025 – Nomination hearing
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