OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Protecting America From Spies Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6286.
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 2023-11-08.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Expands the reasons why a foreign national may be denied a visa or entry into the U.S., specifically including espionage and illegal technology transfer.
- Individuals seeking to enter the U.S. for unlawful activities or to overthrow the government will also be deemed inadmissible.
- Spouses and children of individuals found inadmissible for these reasons may also be denied entry for 5 years.
- The ability to obtain a special waiver for entry will be restricted for these specific security threats.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Cline, Ben [R-VA-6].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-13.
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.