Association of American Universities
Education · Lobbying Client
Association of American Universities reported $8.2 million in federal lobbying expenditures as disclosed in Senate LDA filings. The organization's lobbying activity spans 4 policy areas, with primary focus on Education, Science/Technology, Immigration. This data is drawn from quarterly disclosure reports filed with the Secretary of the Senate under the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995. All lobbying disclosure data sourced from Senate lobbying disclosure filings filed under the Lobbying Disclosure Act.
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Recent Filings
| Period | Registrant | Issues | Lobbyists | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Jan-Mar | Covington & Burling LLP | EDU | 3 | $582K |
| 2020 Apr-Jun | Akin Gump LLP | EDU | 3 | $396K |
| 2020 Jul-Sep | Cassidy & Associates LLP | SCI | 2 | $382K |
| 2020 Oct-Dec | Covington & Burling LLP | IMMSCI | 2 | $405K |
| 2021 Jan-Mar | Brownstein Hyatt LLP | GOVSCIIMM | 1 | $391K |
| 2021 Apr-Jun | Akin Gump LLP | GOVSCI | 2 | $415K |
| 2021 Jul-Sep | Brownstein Hyatt LLP | GOVEDU | 2 | $300K |
| 2021 Oct-Dec | Squire Patton Boggs LLP | EDUIMM | 3 | $336K |
Association of American Universities Lobbying FAQ
Association of American Universities has spent $8.2M on federal lobbying across 4 policy areas. This includes spending on registered lobbyists and direct government contacts.
Association of American Universities lobbies on 4 policy issues, including Education, Science/Technology, Immigration, Government Issues. These disclosures are filed quarterly with the Senate Office of Public Records.
Association of American Universities has an Influence Score of 56/100 (Grade C). This proprietary score is based on total lobby spend (40%), policy issue breadth (30%), and revolving door connections (30%).
Association of American Universities employs 3 registered lobbyists, of whom 1 have revolving door connections — meaning they previously held government positions before becoming lobbyists.
Association of American Universities has contacted 6 government entities as part of their lobbying activities, including Dept of Education, US House of Representatives, Federal Communications Commission.
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Lobbying data is sourced from quarterly Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings with the Senate Office of Public Records. Influence Scores combine total spend (40%), issue breadth (30%), and revolving door connections (30%). Filings may be amended after initial submission.