CCP Visa Disclosure Act of 2021

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:43:34Z

Explore the details of House Bill 354 CCP Visa Disclosure Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Immigration. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:43 PM

Summary of Bill HR 354

Bill 117 hr 354, also known as the CCP Visa Disclosure Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to require the Secretary of State to submit a report to Congress detailing the number of visas issued to individuals affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and their immediate family members.

The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in the visa issuance process by requiring the State Department to provide information on the number of visas issued to CCP-affiliated individuals, as well as the type of visas issued and the countries to which they were issued. This information would be reported annually to Congress.

The CCP Visa Disclosure Act of 2021 seeks to address concerns about potential national security risks posed by individuals with ties to the CCP entering the United States. By requiring the State Department to report on visa issuance to CCP-affiliated individuals, the bill aims to provide Congress with the necessary information to assess and address any potential risks. Overall, the CCP Visa Disclosure Act of 2021 is a measure aimed at increasing transparency and oversight in the visa issuance process, particularly in relation to individuals affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party. It is intended to provide Congress with the information needed to ensure the security and integrity of the US visa system.

Congressional Summary of HR 354

Chinese Communist Party Visa Disclosure Act of 2021 or the CCP Visa Disclosure Act of 2021

This bill requires an applicant for an F, J, or M (student or exchange visitor) visa to disclose in the application certain information about whether the applicant has received or will receive funds from the Chinese government, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), or an entity controlled by either. If an individual receives such funds after receiving such a visa, the individual must inform the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of State.

Any visa issued to an alien who violates these disclosure requirements may be revoked.

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Current Status of Bill HR 354

Bill HR 354 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 19, 2021. Bill HR 354 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on January 19, 2021. Bill HR 354's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of March 5, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 354

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 354

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Potential Impact Areas

- Asia

- China

- Family relationships

- Government information and archives

- Immigration status and procedures

- Political parties and affiliation

- Visas and passports

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 354

CCP Visa Disclosure Act of 2021

To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security and Secretary of State to require aliens applying for certain visas to disclose if they receive funds from the Government of the People's Republic of China or the Chinese Communist Party, and for other purposes.

CCP Visa Disclosure Act of 2021

Chinese Communist Party Visa Disclosure Act of 2021