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Protecting Federally Funded Research from Foreign Influence

New rules aim to protect federally funded research and technology development in the U.S. They require federal agencies to better safeguard these projects from foreign governments trying to acquire information. This ensures taxpayer money is securely used for domestic innovation.
Key points
Federal agencies must implement measures to guard against malign foreign talent recruitment programs.
Standardized disclosure and accountability rules will be introduced for better grant oversight.
The goal is to prevent unauthorized access by foreign governments to federally funded research outcomes.
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Print number: 117_HR_4465
Sponsor: Rep. Lynch, Stephen F. [D-MA-8]
Process start date: 2021-07-16