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Increased Transparency for Foreign Funding of Higher Education

New rules enhance oversight of gifts and contracts between U.S. higher education institutions and foreign sources. This aims to protect national interests and academic freedom, providing citizens with more insight into the funding of their education.
Key points
Colleges must report all foreign gifts and contracts valued at $50,000 or more, as well as those with undetermined monetary value.
Institutions must disclose if they are owned or controlled by a foreign source.
Gifts and contracts from entities in countries designated as "foreign adversaries" (e.g., China, Russia) require special U.S. government approval, especially if they involve critical technologies.
A new office within the Department of Education will monitor and enforce these rules, and a public database of foreign support for institutions will be established.
Penalties for non-compliance include fines, and repeated violations could lead to institutions losing access to federal funding.
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Print number: 117_HR_7150
Sponsor: Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]
Process start date: 2022-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to strengthen oversight and disclosures relating to foreign support for institutions of higher education, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7150.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Colleges must report all foreign gifts and contracts valued at $50,000 or more, as well as those with undetermined monetary value.
  • Institutions must disclose if they are owned or controlled by a foreign source.
  • Gifts and contracts from entities in countries designated as "foreign adversaries" (e.g., China, Russia) require special U.S. government approval, especially if they involve critical technologies.
  • A new office within the Department of Education will monitor and enforce these rules, and a public database of foreign support for institutions will be established.
  • Penalties for non-compliance include fines, and repeated violations could lead to institutions losing access to federal funding.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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