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Polygraph exams for foreign nationals in US National Laboratories

New rules mandate polygraph examinations for foreign nationals from "countries of particular concern" who work or have access to sensitive information in US National Laboratories. Refusal to undergo the examination will result in loss of access or termination of employment. The aim is to enhance national security and protect confidential data.
Key points
Mandatory polygraph examinations for foreign nationals from specific countries working or having access to sensitive data in US National Laboratories.
Applies to new hires, existing employees, and contractors.
Refusal to take a polygraph test leads to immediate revocation of access and termination of employment.
Examinations will be re-administered at least every five years.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4634
Sponsor: Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]
Process start date: 2022-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to administer polygraph examinations to certain foreign nationals with access to nonpublic areas or information of the National Laboratories.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4634.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory polygraph examinations for foreign nationals from specific countries working or having access to sensitive data in US National Laboratories.
  • Applies to new hires, existing employees, and contractors.
  • Refusal to take a polygraph test leads to immediate revocation of access and termination of employment.
  • Examinations will be re-administered at least every five years.
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 Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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