Bill demands State Department strategy on China ties to European universities
In markupH.R. 7616Latest action
Sponsor: Ronny Jackson · Representative · TX
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Official title: Transatlantic Academic Security and Risk Mitigation Act
119th Congress
Topics: Security & foreign affairs
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The bill requires the State Department to submit a strategy on risky China-linked ties to European universities within 180 days of enactment.
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What does this do?
This bill requires the State Department to develop a formal strategy for identifying and addressing risky connections between European universities or research institutions and organizations linked to China, including ties to Chinese military programs, state security agencies, defense industry groups, Uyghur forced labor practices, and Confucius Institutes. The Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs must deliver this strategy and a briefing to relevant congressional committees within 180 days of enactment. The strategy must assess the scope of Chinese-linked activity in Europe, evaluate security threats, and recommend diplomatic actions.
Who does it affect?
This affects U.S. diplomatic and foreign policy officials, European universities and research institutions with China-linked partnerships, and U.S.-European diplomatic relations. It does not directly regulate American citizens or institutions.
Why does it matter?
The strategy could shape future U.S. diplomatic pressure on European partners regarding their academic and research collaborations with Chinese entities.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedFeb 20, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Mar 26, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
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