Visa Ban for Researchers Affiliated with Chinese People's Liberation Army
This bill aims to restrict entry to the U.S. for researchers and scholars affiliated with the Chinese People's Liberation Army. Individuals employed or funded by such institutions will not receive student or exchange visas, intending to protect U.S. national security. The President will publish a list of these institutions, and officials will inquire about PLA affiliations before issuing visas.
Key points
Prohibits F (student) and J (exchange visitor) visas for individuals affiliated with the Chinese People's Liberation Army.
The U.S. President will identify and publish a list of research institutions linked to the Chinese military.
All Chinese nationals applying for student or research visas in sensitive fields will undergo additional security screening.
Exceptions to the ban are possible for international obligations or in the U.S. national security interest.
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