As you know, the U.S. Congress and President Obama are in negotiations regarding the debt ceiling. This discussion includes many proposals to cut federal spending and The House of Representatives have begun to pass legislation to eliminate programs or funding of programs. As a result, many of you may receive notifications from professional organizations that you are affiliated with, asking you to contact elected officials and urge them not to make cuts to programs.
The Government Relations team understands how news of program cuts can be disturbing and scary. We know these funds in many cases are vital to the implementation of research and programs faculty and staff manage at WSU for the benefit of Washington’s citizens and its economy. Please forward information you receive regarding program cuts to Kristi Growdon, Director of Federal Relations, growdonk@wsu.edu and we will respond to you with what the University’s response will be to the proposed cut. Government Relations seeks to advance the University’s positions in the most efficient and effective manner, and we need your help to do so. Please do not contact elected officials regarding the cuts as a WSU employee.
As a private individual you have the right to communicate with elected officials and express your opinions. Please make sure you do so using your own resources and during personal time.
If you have any questions please contact either Colleen Kerr at colleen.kerr@wsu.edu or Kristi Growdon at growdonk@wsu.edu and we will continue to disseminate information as it becomes available.