Many of the issues occupying the minds of public policymakers around the United States are directly related to the day-to-day work of student affairs professionals. The presenters will provide a broad overview of the federal and state policy landscape with a special focus on issues that align to the NASPA Public Policy Agenda. The presenters will provide information on financial aid, costs, and student debt; sexual assault prevention and response; equity and inclusion for marginalized students; critical race theory bans and more.