Columbia University
Education · Lobbying Client
Columbia University reported $2.6 million in federal lobbying expenditures (2020-2024) as disclosed in Senate LDA filings. The organization's lobbying activity spans 3 policy areas, with primary focus on Education, Science/Technology, Government Issues. 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.
Annual Lobbying Spend
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Government Entities Contacted
Recent Filings
| Period | Registrant | Issues | Lobbyists | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Oct-Dec | Steptoe & Johnson | GOVSCI | 1 | $114K |
| 2024 Jul-Sep | Arnold & Porter | SCIEDU | 2 | $120K |
| 2024 Apr-Jun | Peck Madigan Jones | EDUGOV | 2 | $141K |
| 2024 Jan-Mar | Tarplin, Downs & Young | GOVEDUSCI | 1 | $139K |
| 2023 Oct-Dec | Jones Day | EDUSCI | 1 | $125K |
| 2023 Jul-Sep | Tarplin, Downs & Young | SCIEDU | 2 | $112K |
| 2023 Apr-Jun | Steptoe & Johnson | SCIEDU | 1 | $140K |
| 2023 Jan-Mar | Squire Patton Boggs | EDUSCI | 1 | $146K |
Columbia University Lobbying FAQ
Columbia University has spent $2.6M on federal lobbying across 3 policy areas. This includes spending on registered lobbyists and direct government contacts.
Columbia University lobbies on 3 policy issues, including Education, Science/Technology, Government Issues. These disclosures are filed quarterly with the Senate Office of Public Records.
Columbia University has an Influence Score of 55/100 (Grade C). This proprietary score is based on total lobby spend (40%), policy issue breadth (30%), and revolving door connections (30%).
Columbia University employs 2 registered lobbyists, of whom 1 have revolving door connections — meaning they previously held government positions before becoming lobbyists.
Columbia University has contacted 5 government entities as part of their lobbying activities, including Dept of State, Office of Management & Budget, Dept of the Interior.
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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.