H.R.881 — DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chinese Entities of Concern Act
House Roll Call
H.R.881
| Bill | H.R.881 — DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chinese Entities of Concern Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 266 / Nay 153 / Present 0 / Not Voting 14 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 211 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| D | 55 | 153 | 0 | 5 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 881 - DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chinese Entities of Concern Act
The DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chinese Entities of Concern Act (HR 881) aims to enhance national security by imposing restrictions on Confucius Institutes and other Chinese entities deemed a concern. The bill is a response to growing apprehensions regarding foreign influence in U.S. educational institutions and potential espionage activities.
Key Provisions:
Restrictions on Funding: The bill prohibits the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from providing federal funds to any educational institution that hosts a Confucius Institute or collaborates with entities identified as “Chinese entities of concern.” This includes organizations that have been linked to the Chinese government and may pose risks to national security.
Identification of Entities: The bill mandates the DHS to compile and maintain a list of Chinese entities of concern, which will be updated regularly. This list will guide funding decisions and institutional partnerships.
Reporting Requirements: Educational institutions are required to disclose their affiliations with Confucius Institutes and other Chinese entities. They must report any funding received from these entities, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Agencies Affected: The primary agency impacted by this legislation is the Department of Homeland Security, which will oversee the implementation of the funding restrictions and reporting requirements.
Beneficiaries and Regulation: The bill primarily affects U.S. educational institutions, particularly those that currently host Confucius Institutes. It aims to protect students and faculty from potential risks associated with foreign influence and espionage. Additionally, it seeks to bolster national security by limiting the reach of foreign entities within the U.S. education system.
Timeline: Following its introduction, HR 881 was received in the Senate, read twice, and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs for further consideration. The bill’s progression will depend on committee reviews and subsequent votes in both chambers of Congress.
Yea (266)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
Nay (153)
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
