Federal Relations
We are Texas A&M University's primary liaison to the federal government, working closely with the White House, Federal Agencies, and the United States Congress on matters that affect higher education and Texas A&M University specifically, including our campuses in Galveston, McAllen, Ft. Worth, and Washington, D.C. We monitor and analyze federal legislation, regulations, and policy and seek to engage and inform key stakeholders on issues impacting Texas A&M. Our goal is simple; elevate the national profile of Texas A&M University by identifying opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to share their expertise with the federal government.
About Federal Relations
Michael J. Hardy
Chief Federal Relations OfficerMichael J. Hardy is an award-winning government relations professional with experience on Capitol Hill, state government and in multiple government relations positions. Currently, he serves as the Chief Federal Relations Officer for Texas A&M University, including its locations in Galveston, McAllen and Fort Worth.
MyKaela Johnston
Federal Relations CoordinatorMyKaela Johnston serves as the Federal Relations Coordinator for Texas A&M University, supporting the university’s federal relations efforts in Washington, D.C. In this role, she coordinates Capitol Hill meetings for student and faculty groups, researches legislation and national policy trends, and develops policy briefs and advocacy materials to ensure Texas A&M students, faculty and staff engage effectively with federal policymakers.
Texas A&M Federal Priorities
Texas A&M actively pursues federal support to fuel groundbreaking research, transformative innovation, and educational excellence, working alongside policymakers to address critical national issues, empower communities, and promote economic progress with a steadfast focus on leadership and impact.
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Texas A&M Research Investment Impact
With nearly 150 years of academic and research excellence, Texas A&M values the partnership with federal agencies to make ground-breaking research discoveries that fuel our nation's dominance across a range of critical fields.
See the ImpactAggies in Federal Government
Interested in exploring profiles of Aggies that are currently or have formerly served in various roles within the federal government? Visit our Aggies in the Federal Government page.
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Federal Relations Photo Gallery
Texas A&M University President Susan Ballabina speaking at a USDA roundtable event hosted by United States Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins ’94 and United States Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon.
President Donald J. Trump welcomes Texas A&M’s women’s volleyball team to the White House to celebrate their 2025 NCAA National Championship title.
The Honorable Mike Pence, 48th Vice President of the United States, Congressman Michael T. McCaul and Congressman Henry Cuellar with students during Texas A&M’s inaugural Civil Discourse Symposium.
Federal Relations Resources
Explore information and resources curated by the Texas A&M Government Relations team for support in federal relations activities.
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Researchers' groundbreaking discovery unlocks insights into the beginning of life on Earth.
A clearer look at hard-to-see cells could help researchers answer new questions about nerve damage and recovery.
'Salogels' combine salt hydrates and polymer structures to store heat reliably, with potential uses in energy-efficient buildings, batteries, smart windows and electronics.