DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chinese Entities of Concern Act

Referred to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence.

Bill 119 hr 881, also known as the "Department of Homeland Security Funding Restrictions on Confucius Institutes Act," aims to place restrictions on institutions of higher education that have relationships with Confucius Institutes. These institutes, which are funded by the Chinese government, have been criticized for promoting Chinese propaganda and influencing academic freedom on college campuses.

The bill seeks to prevent these institutions from receiving funding from the Department of Homeland Security, in order to protect national security interests and prevent foreign influence on American higher education. It also aims to increase transparency and accountability in the relationships between universities and Confucius Institutes.

If passed, this legislation would require institutions of higher education to disclose any financial or contractual relationships with Confucius Institutes, and would prohibit them from receiving certain federal funding if they fail to comply with these requirements. The bill also includes provisions for the Secretary of Homeland Security to enforce these restrictions and investigate any potential violations. Overall, the purpose of Bill 119 hr 881 is to safeguard national security and academic freedom by limiting the influence of foreign governments, specifically China, on American universities through Confucius Institutes.