Federal Friday
- Select Committee on the CCP: Moolenaar: The Select Committee on China Should Continue Its Bipartisan Work for the American People in the Next Congress
Comment Period Updates
The comment period for the Department of Homeland Security’s NPRM on Optional Practical Training Fees closed for comment November 9, 2026. The following comment letters may be of interest:
- ACE Multi-Association Letter
- APLU Comment Letter
- Multi-State Attorneys General (Including AG Kaul)
- NAFSA: Association of International Educators
On November 10, 2026, the comment period for the NPRM on Eliminating the Discretionary 60-Day Grace Period closed. The following comment letters may be of interest:
Any developments as the agency reviews comments and looks to finalize these rules will be shared with campus stakeholders; if you have questions or concerns in the meantime, please feel free to reach out to your university liaison.
Political Activity Guidance Reminder
As a reminder, as uncertainty continues around the federal landscape, Universities of Wisconsin employees should be mindful of political activity and public advocacy guidelines.
Activities such as sharing a petition or contacting a legislator for political purposes using your university email address or state resources to engage in political campaign activities at any time or engaging in political activities during work time are prohibited.
In your capacity as private citizens, on non-work time, and without use of university resources (including the use of university email addresses) employees may circulate or sign a petition or letter of support advocating for public policy or a political candidate. However, if using your name and official title, it should be made clear that an individual’s endorsement indicates neither support nor endorsement by the university of a particular policy position or candidate, and that you are acting solely in your role as a private citizen.
For more information, you can read the Guidance on Political Activities Frequently Asked Questions document. Importantly, these FAQs should be treated as general guidelines and not legal advice.
Please direct specific questions regarding political campaign issues to the Office of General Counsel or your university’s Office of Legal Affairs.