What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 768.
Increased transparency for universities: disclosing ties to China-affiliated organizations.
This Act mandates that U.S. higher education institutions disclose all gifts and contracts valued at $5,000 or more received from organizations affiliated with the Government of the People’s Republic of China, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), or the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). Citizens will gain access to the full text of these agreements on public university websites, enhancing transparency and allowing for the assessment of potential foreign influence on academia. These changes aim to protect the integrity of research and education in the U.S.
Key points
Mandatory disclosure of gifts: Institutions must report gifts and contracts worth $5,000 or more if they originate from China-affiliated entities (PRC, CCP, PLA).
Public access to agreements: The full text of all contracts with Chinese entities (e.g., institutes, think tanks, state-owned enterprises) must be made available on the institution's public website.
Definition of affiliation: The Act precisely defines what constitutes a China-affiliated organization, including entities receiving support, think tanks, state-owned enterprises, and individuals actively collaborating with the government or party.
Disclosure of joint activities: Institutions receiving federal grants must annually report on joint research and academic exchanges conducted with China-affiliated entities.
Status:
Expired
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