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H.R. 2147: Stop Chinese Communist Prying by Vindicating Intellectual Safeguards in Academia Act of 2025

This bill, titled the "Stop Chinese Communist Prying by Vindicating Intellectual Safeguards in Academia Act of 2025," aims to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to prohibit Chinese nationals from being admitted to the United States as nonimmigrant students. The specific provisions include:

Prohibition on Admissions

The bill stipulates that individuals who are nationals of the People's Republic of China will not be eligible to receive visas or any other status allowing them to study or conduct research in the United States under certain visa categories. These categories include:

  • F (Academic Student)
  • J (Exchange Visitor)
  • M (Vocational Student)

This prohibition is intended to prevent Chinese nationals from accessing U.S. academic institutions and research facilities for educational purposes.

Objectives of the Bill

The primary objective of this legislation is to mitigate concerns related to national security and intellectual property theft, which some lawmakers believe may be exacerbated by the presence of Chinese nationals in U.S. academic settings. The bill emphasizes the need for safeguarding intellectual property and ensuring that sensitive research is not compromised.

Legislative Process

As of March 14, 2025, the bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary for further consideration. The sponsorship includes several representatives who support the objectives outlined in the bill.

Impact on Educational Institutions

Should this bill pass, it would have implications for various educational institutions in the U.S., particularly universities and research organizations that may rely on or benefit from the contributions of international students, including those from China. This could affect funding, research collaboration, and diversity within academic programs.

Existing Visa Framework

This bill modifies existing visa protocols which currently allow Chinese nationals to enter the U.S. for academic and research purposes. Stakeholders in academia and international relations may need to reassess their strategies and programs related to international student recruitment and scholarly exchange.

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Sponsors

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Actions

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Date Action
Mar. 14, 2025 Introduced in House
Mar. 14, 2025 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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