Stop CCP VISAs Act of 2025

4/3/2025, 11:44 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2147

Bill 119 HR 2147, also known as the "Chinese Student Visa Ban Act," aims to make changes to the Immigration and Nationality Act regarding the admission of Chinese nationals as nonimmigrant students in the United States. The main purpose of this bill is to prohibit Chinese nationals from obtaining student visas to study in the US.

The bill does not provide specific reasons for this prohibition, but it is likely related to concerns about national security and intellectual property theft. Some lawmakers believe that Chinese students studying in the US may be involved in espionage activities or may steal sensitive information from American institutions.

If passed, this bill would have significant implications for Chinese students who wish to study in the US. It would effectively block them from pursuing educational opportunities in the country and could strain diplomatic relations between the US and China. It is important to note that this bill is controversial and has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public. Critics argue that it unfairly targets Chinese nationals and may have negative consequences for US universities and research institutions that rely on international students for diversity and talent. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2147 represents a significant policy change in US immigration law and highlights the ongoing tensions between the US and China in the realms of national security and intellectual property protection.

Current Status of Bill HR 2147

Bill HR 2147 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2025. Bill HR 2147 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 14, 2025.  Bill HR 2147's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 14, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2147

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
4
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
11
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
11
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2147

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2147

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to prohibit the admission of Chinese nationals as nonimmigrant students, and for other purposes.To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to prohibit the admission of Chinese nationals as nonimmigrant students, and for other purposes.
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