HR 254
American Science First Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 6:58 AM
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Bill overview
The American Science First Act restricts the National Science Foundation (NSF) from providing grants or other forms of assistance to individuals or entities with ties to Chinese military companies or their affiliates. Specifically, it prohibits funding for organizations listed on export control lists, as well as those connected to Chinese military companies operating in the United States. This legislation aims to limit potential collaboration between U.S. scientific research and entities linked to China’s military-industrial complex. It reinforces concerns about national security and technological advancement.
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Randy K. Sr. Weber
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