HR 2147
Stop CCP VISAs Act of 2025
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Bill overview
This bill would restrict the ability of Chinese nationals to come to the United States as nonimmigrant students. Specifically, it amends immigration law to prevent the issuance of visas for students from the People’s Republic of China who intend to conduct research or pursue academic studies. The bill aims to safeguard academic integrity by limiting the presence of Chinese students in the U.S. educational system.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the issuance of visas to Chinese nationals for nonimmigrant student status.
- Applies to research and academic study purposes.
- Targets individuals who are citizens of the People’s Republic of China.
Who is affected
- Chinese nationals
- U.S. universities and colleges
- Students from the People’s Republic of China
Notable changes
- Creates a new restriction on visa eligibility for Chinese students.
- Specifically targets research and academic study, not all student categories.
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. R. 2147
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to prohibit the admission of Chinese nationals as nonimmigrant students, and for other purposes.
This Act may be cited as the Stop Chinese Communist Prying by Vindicating Intellectual Safeguards in Academia Act of 2025 Stop CCP VISAs Act of 2025
or the
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Section 214 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1184) is amended by adding at the end the following: