Governmental Relations
The Office of Governmental Relations advances the legislative and political priorities of Murray State University at the local, state and federal levels, as well as increases the University's visibility across the region, state, and nation.
Staff
Jordan Smith
Assistant Vice President of Public Affairs
270.809.3413
317B Sparks Hall
Legistlative Priorities
Download the 2025 Legistlative Priorities (pdf)
School of Veterinary Medicine Proposal
Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) Commissioner Jonathan Shell Endorsement Letter
Download the Murray State University Veterinary Medicine Feasibility Study (pdf)
State Relations
The Office of Governmental Relations serves as the primary link between Murray State University and the legislative and executive branches of Kentucky government, including but not limited to the Office of the Governor, Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education, Kentucky General Assembly and the Legislative Research Commission.
Federal Relations
The Office of Governmental Relations serves as the University's chief intermediary to the federal government and works closely with members of the United States Senate, the House of Representatives, and their staffs. We also work with various federal agencies and federal officials on matters that have an immediate impact on Murray State University.
Members of the Kentucky Federal Delegation
- Sen. Mitch McConnell
- Sen. Rand Paul
- Rep. James Comer (KY-01)
- Rep. Brett Guthrie (KY-02)
- Rep. Morgan McGarvey (KY-03)
- Rep. Thomas Massie (KY-04)
- Rep. Hal Rogers (KY-05)
- Rep. Andy Barr (KY-06)