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No Federal Funding for Universities Hosting Confucius Institutes

This bill aims to completely block federal funding for universities that host Confucius Institutes. This means no public money can support such institutions, potentially affecting the availability of certain educational and cultural programs. For citizens, this could lead to changes in the educational offerings of universities that previously engaged in such collaborations.
Key points
The act completely prohibits federal funding for U.S. and international higher education institutions that host Confucius Institutes.
It removes the authority to waive this prohibition, making the ban absolute.
The goal is to protect against foreign government influence in the U.S. education system, potentially impacting the independence of curricula.
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Print number: 118_HR_3889
Sponsor: Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]
Process start date: 2023-06-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Federal Funding for CCP Spying and Persuasion In Education Settings (SPIES) Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3889.

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 2023-06-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act completely prohibits federal funding for U.S. and international higher education institutions that host Confucius Institutes.
  • It removes the authority to waive this prohibition, making the ban absolute.
  • The goal is to protect against foreign government influence in the U.S. education system, potentially impacting the independence of curricula.
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 House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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