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American Dental Education Association
Volume 3, No. 68, February 4, 2025
Trump Administration Orders Federal Funding Freeze, Judge Issues Temporary Restraining Order
The Trump Administration ordered a federal funding freeze, on Jan. 27, and rescinded the memo authorizing the freeze two days later, after a federal judge issued a temporary restraining order.
On Jan. 27, the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued Memo M-25-13 [ [link removed] ] , a directive instructing federal agencies to temporarily pause the obligation and disbursement of federal financial assistance starting Jan. 28 at 5 p.m. E.T. This pause extended to any agency activities that might be impacted by President Trump’s executive orders, though agencies may still proceed with actions required by law. The memo further stated that federal programs offering direct benefits to individual Americans were exempted, as were Medicare and Social Security payments, but concerns arose regarding Medicaid and other federal programs.
On Jan. 28, some states reported being unable to access the Health & Human Services (HHS) portal used for federal Medicaid funding, raising further questions. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt later acknowledged the outage, assured that no payments had been affected and stated that the portal would soon be restored.
To provide clarity, OMB released an FAQ document [ [link removed] ] , on Jan. 28, confirming that programs offering direct benefits to individual Americans, including Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), are explicitly exempt from the funding pause. The document reiterated that legally mandated payments would continue without disruption. Despite this clarification, stakeholders remain uncertain about the categorization of specific federal grant programs and whether certain payments fall under exemptions. Without further guidance from OMB or relevant agencies, organizations must analyze individual federal assistance programs to determine their status.
Beyond halting federal payments where applicable, the OMB memo instructs agencies to review funding sources tied to President Trump’s executive orders. Initially, this review appeared to include all federal financial assistance, even those not subject to the payment pause. However, OMB’s FAQs later clarified that programs providing direct benefits to Americans are excluded from both the pause and the review process. Agencies must identify programs that support non-governmental organizations aiding undocumented immigrants; funding diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives; promoting gender ideology; or supporting abortion-related activities restricted by the Hyde Amendment. Agencies must turn over this data to OMB by Feb.10, 2025. The collected data may influence future policy decisions under the Trump Administration.
On Jan. 28, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia Judge Loren AliKhan issued a Temporary Restraining Order [ [link removed] ] blocking enforcement of OMB Memo M-25-13 until Feb. 3. The lawsuit [ [link removed] ] requesting the restraining order was filed by the National Council of Nonprofits and other organizations. The plaintiffs alleged that the OMB Memo violated the Administrative Procedure Act because it was arbitrary and capricious and exceeded OMB’s statutory authority. They also allege that the Memo unconstitutionally targeted recipients of federal funding with disfavored views in violation of the First Amendment. The Court temporarily enjoined the Memo’s enforcement in order to maintain the status quo until a full court hearing next week.
On Jan. 29, the Trump administration rescinded the OMB memo [ [link removed] ] , instructing agency staff to direct any further executive action questions to their agency’s general counsel. The White House Press Secretary [ [link removed] ] has confirmed that, although the OMB memo has been rescinded, federal agencies will continue to assess federal grants and other funding to ensure alignment with President Trump’s executive orders.
Also on Jan. 29, a group of State Attorneys General filed a complaint [ [link removed] ] seeking an injunction blocking the OMB Memo in federal court in U.S. District Court for Rhode Island.
The states assert the administration has violated the Administrative Procedure Act and the constitutional separation of powers. In their complaint, the states say the order would illegally “permit the federal government to rescind already allocated dollars that have been included in recipient budgets—monies that are otherwise necessary for the plaintiffs to ensure that their residents have quality healthcare, the protections of law enforcement, the benefit of safe roads and assistance in the aftermath of natural disasters, among many other key services.” The states go on to say that they will be unable to provide essential services and benefits, pay public employees and satisfy other obligations.
Though the OMB Memo has rescinded, Rhode Island District Court Judge John McConnell, Jr., is not convinced that the issue is moot. During the hearing on the motion for an injunction, the Judge stated that the plaintiffs “convinced me that, while the [memo] may not exist, there’s sufficient evidence that the defendants collectively are acting consistent with that [memo]. While much of the verbiage of the states’ submission revolved around the OMB [memo], that the effect of it is the same, and therefore is not moot.”
Judge McConnell continues to review the case and has not issued an order as of Jan. 30.
2020 Title IX Rules Reinstituted by the Trump Administration
The U.S. Department of Education’s (ED) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has announced that it will reinstitute and enforce Title IX based on the provisions of the 2020 Title IX Rule [ [link removed] ] rather than the Biden administration’s 2024 Title IX Rule [ [link removed] ] . This decision means that Title IX enforcement will follow the definitions and procedural protections outlined in the 2020 rule, including the definition of sexual harassment, rights of complainants and respondents, school reporting processes and the interpretation of sex as an immutable characteristic of being male or female. The change is effective immediately.
Schools were notified of the policy change, on Jan. 31, via the OCR letter [ [link removed] ] . Per the letter, any open Title IX cases will have to “immediately [be] reoriented to comport fully with the requirements the 2020 Title IX Rule.”
The shift follows a ruling by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky, on Jan. 9, that vacated the 2024 Title IX Rule [ [link removed] ] , barring its enforcement nationwide. Before this rule, several federal courts had already blocked the 2024 rule in 26 states. Courts consistently found the 2024 rule unlawful, particularly its expanded definition of sex to include gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics and sexual orientation. The Eastern District of Kentucky's decision reaffirmed the original meaning of Title IX, rejecting the broader interpretation of sex discrimination under the 2024 rule.
As a result of this policy change, ongoing Title IX investigations initiated under the 2024 rule must be adjusted to comply with the 2020 rule.
ED provided resources [ [link removed] ] for Title IX compliance and enforcement under the 2020 rule for reference.
ADEA’s Summary of State and Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs Updated
ADEA updated for the new year the Annual Summary of State and Federal Student Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Programs [ [link removed] ] for oral health professionals. It is now available on the ADEA website.
The summary includes information on state-sponsored loan forgiveness programs, states participating in the Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) state loan repayment program and states participating in the HRSA National Health Service Corps loan repayment program and other federal programs.
A complete list of HRSA loan repayment and scholarship programs available to dental and dental hygiene students and faculty may be found on the HRSA website [ [link removed] ] .
Indiana and West Virginia Governors Ban DEI Programs Through Executive Order
Indiana [ [link removed] ] Gov. Eric Holcomb (R) and West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey (R) both signed executive orders prohibiting all state agencies from engaging in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Under West Virginia’s order [ [link removed] ] , heads of state agencies are required to conduct a review of all DEI activities and positions and submit a report to Gov. Holcomb identifying those activities and positions as well as any state funds or resources that support them. Additionally, they must propose a plan to the Office of the Governor within 90 days of the issuance of this Order to address and eliminate any of the items identified. In response, West Virginia University (WVU) has announced [ [link removed] ] it will be closing the division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, replacing the program with the WVU Division of Campus Engagement and Compliance.
Indiana’s order [ [link removed] ] requires a similar review that must be completed April 30, 2025. The order also prohibits government offices from requiring job candidates to issue DEI statements or “mandate any person to disclose their pronouns.”
Both executive orders are similar to an executive order [ [link removed] ] issued by President Donald Trump, and follow a national trend of states [ [link removed] ] prohibiting or restricting DEI initiatives at government agencies or institutions of higher education.
ADEA/AADOCR/Friends of NIDCR Advocacy Day 2025!
From Wednesday, April 2, 2025, through Thursday, April 3, 2025, the American Dental Education Association (ADEA), the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) and the Friends of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (FNIDCR) will come together for Advocacy Day 2025 in Washington, D.C.
This in-person event on Capitol Hill will include:
• A legislative briefing and advocacy training featuring expert speakers.
• Opportunities to meet with targeted congressional offices, including the chance to connect with your own elected officials.
Advocacy Day is your chance to help shape the future of dental, oral and craniofacial research and education. Don’t miss this opportunity to make your voice heard!
The deadline to register for Advocacy Day is February Feb. 28, 2025.
Please encourage faculty, researchers and students at your institution to participate. Interested faculty, researchers and students can register online [ [link removed] ] .
Hey! Students Attending the 2025 Annual Session & Exhibition, This One is for You!
Join us for the 2025 Annual Session Student Hill Day on March 6, 2025, in Washington, D.C, where you'll have the opportunity to engage in impactful advocacy and connect with policymakers on key issues.
Participating in advocacy training prior to Student Hill Day is mandatory. You can choose between virtual advocacy training on Tuesday, Feb. 25, or in-person advocacy training on Wednesday, March 5. Each training session will cover the same material.
Don’t miss this chance to make your voice heard and gain valuable experience in advocacy. Register [ [link removed] ] today! You will receive further information upon registration.
[[link removed]]
ADEA Advocacy in Action
This appears weekly in the ADEA Advocate to summarize and provide direct links to recent advocacy actions taken by ADEA. Please let us know what you think and how we might improve its usefulness.
Issues and Resources
• ADEA report [ [link removed] ] on teledentistry
• ADEA report [ [link removed] ] on the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on U.S. Dental Schools
• ADEA policy brief [ [link removed] ] regarding overprescription of antibiotics
• For a full list of ADEA memos, briefs and letters click here [ [link removed] ] .
Key Federal Issues [ [link removed] ]
ADEA U.S. Interactive Legislative and Regulatory Tracking Map [ [link removed] ]
Key State Issues [ [link removed] ]
The ADEA Advocate [ [link removed] ] is published weekly. Its purpose is to keep ADEA members abreast of federal and state issues and events of interest to the academic dentistry and the dental and research communities.
©2025
American Dental Education Association
655 K Street, NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20001
Tel: 202-289-7201
Website: www.adea.org [ [link removed] ]
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B. Timothy Leeth, CPA
ADEA Chief Advocacy Officer
Bridgette DeHart, J.D.
ADEA Director of Federal Relations and Advocacy
Phillip Mauller, M.P.S.
ADEA Senior Director of State Relations and Advocacy
Contact Us:
[email protected] [ mailto:[email protected] ]
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American Dental Education Association
Volume 3, No. 68, February 4, 2025
Trump Administration Orders Federal Funding Freeze, Judge Issues Temporary Restraining Order
The Trump Administration ordered a federal funding freeze, on Jan. 27, and rescinded the memo authorizing the freeze two days later, after a federal judge issued a temporary restraining order.
On Jan. 27, the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued Memo M-25-13 [ [link removed] ] , a directive instructing federal agencies to temporarily pause the obligation and disbursement of federal financial assistance starting Jan. 28 at 5 p.m. E.T. This pause extended to any agency activities that might be impacted by President Trump’s executive orders, though agencies may still proceed with actions required by law. The memo further stated that federal programs offering direct benefits to individual Americans were exempted, as were Medicare and Social Security payments, but concerns arose regarding Medicaid and other federal programs.
On Jan. 28, some states reported being unable to access the Health & Human Services (HHS) portal used for federal Medicaid funding, raising further questions. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt later acknowledged the outage, assured that no payments had been affected and stated that the portal would soon be restored.
To provide clarity, OMB released an FAQ document [ [link removed] ] , on Jan. 28, confirming that programs offering direct benefits to individual Americans, including Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), are explicitly exempt from the funding pause. The document reiterated that legally mandated payments would continue without disruption. Despite this clarification, stakeholders remain uncertain about the categorization of specific federal grant programs and whether certain payments fall under exemptions. Without further guidance from OMB or relevant agencies, organizations must analyze individual federal assistance programs to determine their status.
Beyond halting federal payments where applicable, the OMB memo instructs agencies to review funding sources tied to President Trump’s executive orders. Initially, this review appeared to include all federal financial assistance, even those not subject to the payment pause. However, OMB’s FAQs later clarified that programs providing direct benefits to Americans are excluded from both the pause and the review process. Agencies must identify programs that support non-governmental organizations aiding undocumented immigrants; funding diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives; promoting gender ideology; or supporting abortion-related activities restricted by the Hyde Amendment. Agencies must turn over this data to OMB by Feb.10, 2025. The collected data may influence future policy decisions under the Trump Administration.
On Jan. 28, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia Judge Loren AliKhan issued a Temporary Restraining Order [ [link removed] ] blocking enforcement of OMB Memo M-25-13 until Feb. 3. The lawsuit [ [link removed] ] requesting the restraining order was filed by the National Council of Nonprofits and other organizations. The plaintiffs alleged that the OMB Memo violated the Administrative Procedure Act because it was arbitrary and capricious and exceeded OMB’s statutory authority. They also allege that the Memo unconstitutionally targeted recipients of federal funding with disfavored views in violation of the First Amendment. The Court temporarily enjoined the Memo’s enforcement in order to maintain the status quo until a full court hearing next week.
On Jan. 29, the Trump administration rescinded the OMB memo [ [link removed] ] , instructing agency staff to direct any further executive action questions to their agency’s general counsel. The White House Press Secretary [ [link removed] ] has confirmed that, although the OMB memo has been rescinded, federal agencies will continue to assess federal grants and other funding to ensure alignment with President Trump’s executive orders.
Also on Jan. 29, a group of State Attorneys General filed a complaint [ [link removed] ] seeking an injunction blocking the OMB Memo in federal court in U.S. District Court for Rhode Island.
The states assert the administration has violated the Administrative Procedure Act and the constitutional separation of powers. In their complaint, the states say the order would illegally “permit the federal government to rescind already allocated dollars that have been included in recipient budgets—monies that are otherwise necessary for the plaintiffs to ensure that their residents have quality healthcare, the protections of law enforcement, the benefit of safe roads and assistance in the aftermath of natural disasters, among many other key services.” The states go on to say that they will be unable to provide essential services and benefits, pay public employees and satisfy other obligations.
Though the OMB Memo has rescinded, Rhode Island District Court Judge John McConnell, Jr., is not convinced that the issue is moot. During the hearing on the motion for an injunction, the Judge stated that the plaintiffs “convinced me that, while the [memo] may not exist, there’s sufficient evidence that the defendants collectively are acting consistent with that [memo]. While much of the verbiage of the states’ submission revolved around the OMB [memo], that the effect of it is the same, and therefore is not moot.”
Judge McConnell continues to review the case and has not issued an order as of Jan. 30.
2020 Title IX Rules Reinstituted by the Trump Administration
The U.S. Department of Education’s (ED) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has announced that it will reinstitute and enforce Title IX based on the provisions of the 2020 Title IX Rule [ [link removed] ] rather than the Biden administration’s 2024 Title IX Rule [ [link removed] ] . This decision means that Title IX enforcement will follow the definitions and procedural protections outlined in the 2020 rule, including the definition of sexual harassment, rights of complainants and respondents, school reporting processes and the interpretation of sex as an immutable characteristic of being male or female. The change is effective immediately.
Schools were notified of the policy change, on Jan. 31, via the OCR letter [ [link removed] ] . Per the letter, any open Title IX cases will have to “immediately [be] reoriented to comport fully with the requirements the 2020 Title IX Rule.”
The shift follows a ruling by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky, on Jan. 9, that vacated the 2024 Title IX Rule [ [link removed] ] , barring its enforcement nationwide. Before this rule, several federal courts had already blocked the 2024 rule in 26 states. Courts consistently found the 2024 rule unlawful, particularly its expanded definition of sex to include gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics and sexual orientation. The Eastern District of Kentucky's decision reaffirmed the original meaning of Title IX, rejecting the broader interpretation of sex discrimination under the 2024 rule.
As a result of this policy change, ongoing Title IX investigations initiated under the 2024 rule must be adjusted to comply with the 2020 rule.
ED provided resources [ [link removed] ] for Title IX compliance and enforcement under the 2020 rule for reference.
ADEA’s Summary of State and Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs Updated
ADEA updated for the new year the Annual Summary of State and Federal Student Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Programs [ [link removed] ] for oral health professionals. It is now available on the ADEA website.
The summary includes information on state-sponsored loan forgiveness programs, states participating in the Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) state loan repayment program and states participating in the HRSA National Health Service Corps loan repayment program and other federal programs.
A complete list of HRSA loan repayment and scholarship programs available to dental and dental hygiene students and faculty may be found on the HRSA website [ [link removed] ] .
Indiana and West Virginia Governors Ban DEI Programs Through Executive Order
Indiana [ [link removed] ] Gov. Eric Holcomb (R) and West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey (R) both signed executive orders prohibiting all state agencies from engaging in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Under West Virginia’s order [ [link removed] ] , heads of state agencies are required to conduct a review of all DEI activities and positions and submit a report to Gov. Holcomb identifying those activities and positions as well as any state funds or resources that support them. Additionally, they must propose a plan to the Office of the Governor within 90 days of the issuance of this Order to address and eliminate any of the items identified. In response, West Virginia University (WVU) has announced [ [link removed] ] it will be closing the division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, replacing the program with the WVU Division of Campus Engagement and Compliance.
Indiana’s order [ [link removed] ] requires a similar review that must be completed April 30, 2025. The order also prohibits government offices from requiring job candidates to issue DEI statements or “mandate any person to disclose their pronouns.”
Both executive orders are similar to an executive order [ [link removed] ] issued by President Donald Trump, and follow a national trend of states [ [link removed] ] prohibiting or restricting DEI initiatives at government agencies or institutions of higher education.
ADEA/AADOCR/Friends of NIDCR Advocacy Day 2025!
From Wednesday, April 2, 2025, through Thursday, April 3, 2025, the American Dental Education Association (ADEA), the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) and the Friends of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (FNIDCR) will come together for Advocacy Day 2025 in Washington, D.C.
This in-person event on Capitol Hill will include:
• A legislative briefing and advocacy training featuring expert speakers.
• Opportunities to meet with targeted congressional offices, including the chance to connect with your own elected officials.
Advocacy Day is your chance to help shape the future of dental, oral and craniofacial research and education. Don’t miss this opportunity to make your voice heard!
The deadline to register for Advocacy Day is February Feb. 28, 2025.
Please encourage faculty, researchers and students at your institution to participate. Interested faculty, researchers and students can register online [ [link removed] ] .
Hey! Students Attending the 2025 Annual Session & Exhibition, This One is for You!
Join us for the 2025 Annual Session Student Hill Day on March 6, 2025, in Washington, D.C, where you'll have the opportunity to engage in impactful advocacy and connect with policymakers on key issues.
Participating in advocacy training prior to Student Hill Day is mandatory. You can choose between virtual advocacy training on Tuesday, Feb. 25, or in-person advocacy training on Wednesday, March 5. Each training session will cover the same material.
Don’t miss this chance to make your voice heard and gain valuable experience in advocacy. Register [ [link removed] ] today! You will receive further information upon registration.
[[link removed]]
ADEA Advocacy in Action
This appears weekly in the ADEA Advocate to summarize and provide direct links to recent advocacy actions taken by ADEA. Please let us know what you think and how we might improve its usefulness.
Issues and Resources
• ADEA report [ [link removed] ] on teledentistry
• ADEA report [ [link removed] ] on the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on U.S. Dental Schools
• ADEA policy brief [ [link removed] ] regarding overprescription of antibiotics
• For a full list of ADEA memos, briefs and letters click here [ [link removed] ] .
Key Federal Issues [ [link removed] ]
ADEA U.S. Interactive Legislative and Regulatory Tracking Map [ [link removed] ]
Key State Issues [ [link removed] ]
The ADEA Advocate [ [link removed] ] is published weekly. Its purpose is to keep ADEA members abreast of federal and state issues and events of interest to the academic dentistry and the dental and research communities.
©2025
American Dental Education Association
655 K Street, NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20001
Tel: 202-289-7201
Website: www.adea.org [ [link removed] ]
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B. Timothy Leeth, CPA
ADEA Chief Advocacy Officer
Bridgette DeHart, J.D.
ADEA Director of Federal Relations and Advocacy
Phillip Mauller, M.P.S.
ADEA Senior Director of State Relations and Advocacy
Contact Us:
[email protected] [ mailto:[email protected] ]
Powered by Higher Logic [link removed]
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