SS Higher Education Trends

Do states have ‘statutory right’ to Education Department data and guidance?

The agency is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to allow its reduction in force — even as its laid-off employees remain on administrative leave.

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Tennessee State operations get $96M boost from reallocated state funds

Tennessee's comptroller cited his confidence in the beleaguered university's current leadership team when signing the deal Tuesday.

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Tracking the Trump administration’s moves to cap indirect research funding

We’re keeping tabs on the agencies that have tried to limit reimbursement for overhead costs to 15% — and the legal challenges against them. 

logo.png  By SS  Jun 19, 2025

Senate panel’s proposal would hike endowment tax less than House bill

The chamber’s Finance Committee proposed an 8% top rate — much lower than the 21% rate passed by House lawmakers. 

logo.png  By SS  Jun 18, 2025