Federal updates

With numerous, quickly evolving federal policy shifts underway, the University of California is working diligently to monitor these developments and seek clarity on a range of issues. We remain committed to our UC values as stated in our Principles of Community, and we will continue to pursue UC’s mission of teaching, research, and public service in the most effective ways we can. We recognize this uncertainty has caused concern across the UC community, and we will continue to share updates and resources as they become available.

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Policy information and resources

Learn about UC policies and connect with critical resources that support the UC community.

Antisemitism

Combating Antisemitism

Regents Policy 4403: Statement of Principles Against Intolerance

Equity, diversity and inclusion

FAQ: UC MSI work and recent federal funding changes (pdf)

California Attorney General Bonta: California Schools Will Remain a Welcoming, Inclusive, Safe Place for All

Frequently asked questions on diversity, equity and inclusion at the University of California (pdf)

Regents Policy 4402: Policy on Nondiscrimination on Basis of Sexual Orientation

Regents Policy 4403: Statement of Principles Against Intolerance

Re: Diversity statements at the University of California (pdf)

UC’s Anti-Discrimination policy

Financial aid

California Student Aid Commission: “Memo on AB 540 and Compliance With the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA)” (pdf)

Information about the now open 2025-26 FAFSA and CA Dream Act applications

Message to campus financial aid directors March 21, 2025 (pdf)

Health care

California Attorney General: Promoting Safe and Secure Healthcare Access for All (pdf)

UCOP Policy on Immigration Enforcement Issues Involving Patients in UC Health

Immigration

University of California Frequently Asked Questions: H-1B Proclamation Signed September 19, 2025 (pdf)

University of California statement on international students’ visa status terminations

DACA Decision Update from the UC Immigrant Legal Services Center (pdf)

UC Immigrant Legal Services Center: Update on Immigration Registration Requirement (pdf)

University of California Reaffirms Statement of Principles in Support of Undocumented Members of the UC Community (pdf)  (Spanish)

Frequently Asked Questions for University Employees About Possible Federal Immigration Enforcement Actions on University Property

“Know Your Rights” printable wallet card (pdf)  (Spanish)

UC Immigrant Legal Services Center

Undocumented student resources website

Research

Fact sheet: What’s at stake if the University of California loses federal funding (pdf) (9/11/2025)

Research grant guidance (8/7/2025)

UC statement for the record: Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on biomedical research (pdf)

Letter from the California State Senate urging bipartisan support for biomedical research (pdf)

Letter from the California State Legislature (Assembly) urging bipartisan support for biomedical research (pdf)

UC statement on Judge’s temporary restraining order halting devastating cuts to NIH research grants

Important National Science Foundation information to post-doctorate employees (pdf)

Memo to UC research community on federal agency pauses (pdf)