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Clarifying Foreign Country Definition for Talent Recruitment Restrictions

This act clarifies the definition of "foreign country" regarding restrictions on malign foreign talent recruitment. It aims to better protect American innovation and technology, impacting national security and potentially international scientific and research collaborations.
Key points
Introduces a more precise definition of "foreign country of concern" for talent recruitment.
Expands the scope of restricted activities to include indirectly provided support.
Aims to strengthen the protection of American research and development from foreign influence.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7686
Sponsor: Rep. Garcia, Mike [R-CA-27]
Process start date: 2024-03-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to clarify the definition of foreign country for purposes of malign foreign talent recruitment restriction, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7686.

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 2024-03-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Introduces a more precise definition of "foreign country of concern" for talent recruitment.
  • Expands the scope of restricted activities to include indirectly provided support.
  • Aims to strengthen the protection of American research and development from foreign influence.
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. Garcia, Mike [R-CA-27].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5039-5040)

Is this summary verified?

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

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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Security Economy