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DHS Funding Restrictions for Universities with Confucius Institute Ties

New rules aim to restrict Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding for U.S. universities that maintain relationships with Confucius Institutes or Chinese entities linked to the military. This means universities seeking DHS funds will need to terminate such ties. This could impact the availability of certain programs and research at some institutions.
Key points
Universities with ties to Confucius Institutes or Chinese military-linked entities will lose access to DHS funds.
To regain funding, universities must end these relationships.
The definition of a 'Chinese entity of concern' includes universities involved in military-civil fusion or supporting Chinese security organizations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1694
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2025-05-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chinese Entities of Concern Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1694.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Universities with ties to Confucius Institutes or Chinese military-linked entities will lose access to DHS funds.
  • To regain funding, universities must end these relationships.
  • The definition of a 'Chinese entity of concern' includes universities involved in military-civil fusion or supporting Chinese security organizations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Scott, Rick [R-FL].

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 2025-12-23.

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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