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US Research Protection: Clarifying Foreign Talent Recruitment Restrictions

This Act aims to clarify the definition of "foreign country" within the context of restrictions on malign foreign talent recruitment. These changes are intended to better protect American scientific research from undesirable foreign influence, which may indirectly impact data security and innovation within the country.
Key points
Clarifies the definition of "foreign country" in talent recruitment regulations to better identify potential threats.
Strengthens the protection of American scientific research by broadly including programs, positions, or activities that may be indirectly linked to foreign entities.
The changes aim to prevent undesirable transfer of knowledge and technology outside the US.
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Placed on Calendar
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_769
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2025-02-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

United States Research Protection Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_769.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Clarifies the definition of "foreign country" in talent recruitment regulations to better identify potential threats.
  • Strengthens the protection of American scientific research by broadly including programs, positions, or activities that may be indirectly linked to foreign entities.
  • The changes aim to prevent undesirable transfer of knowledge and technology outside the US.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Placed on Calendar.

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. Cornyn, John [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 123.

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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