Vanderbilt University
Education · Lobbying Client
Vanderbilt University reported $2.0 million in federal lobbying expenditures (2020-2024) as disclosed in Senate LDA filings. The organization's lobbying activity spans 4 policy areas, with primary focus on Education, Medical/Disease Research, Science/Technology. 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 | Tarplin, Downs & Young | GOVEDU | 2 | $99K |
| 2024 Jul-Sep | Capitol Counsel | MEDGOV | 2 | $105K |
| 2024 Apr-Jun | Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck | SCIGOVEDU | 2 | $113K |
| 2024 Jan-Mar | Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck | MEDGOVSCI+1 | 1 | $132K |
| 2023 Oct-Dec | Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld | GOVEDU | 1 | $95K |
| 2023 Jul-Sep | Williams & Jensen | GOVMEDEDU | 2 | $93K |
| 2023 Apr-Jun | Prime Policy Group | GOVEDUMED+1 | 1 | $123K |
| 2023 Jan-Mar | Invariant LLC | GOVSCI | 1 | $105K |
Vanderbilt University Lobbying FAQ
Vanderbilt University has spent $2.0M on federal lobbying across 4 policy areas. This includes spending on registered lobbyists and direct government contacts.
Vanderbilt University lobbies on 4 policy issues, including Education, Medical/Disease Research, Science/Technology, Government Issues. These disclosures are filed quarterly with the Senate Office of Public Records.
Vanderbilt University has an Influence Score of 57/100 (Grade C). This proprietary score is based on total lobby spend (40%), policy issue breadth (30%), and revolving door connections (30%).
Vanderbilt University employs 2 registered lobbyists, of whom 1 have revolving door connections — meaning they previously held government positions before becoming lobbyists.
Vanderbilt University has contacted 5 government entities as part of their lobbying activities, including Dept of the Interior, Dept of Defense, Federal Energy Regulatory 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.