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Combating the Lies of Authoritarians in School Systems Act
7/21/2025, 7:44 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1005
If passed, this legislation would prohibit schools from accepting any financial support or engaging in any agreements with the Chinese government or the Chinese Communist Party. This includes funding for programs, scholarships, research projects, and any other form of support that could potentially compromise the independence and integrity of American schools.
The bill also includes provisions for enforcement and penalties for schools found to be in violation of the prohibition. Schools that are found to have accepted funds or entered into contracts with the Chinese government or the Chinese Communist Party could face financial penalties and other consequences. Overall, the goal of Bill 119 hr 1005 is to safeguard the autonomy and integrity of American educational institutions by preventing undue influence and interference from foreign governments, specifically the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party.
Congressional Summary of HR 1005
Combating the Lies of Authoritarians in School Systems Act or the CLASS Act
This bill prohibits public elementary and secondary schools, as a condition of receiving federal elementary and secondary education funds, from accepting funds from or entering into a contract with the Chinese government, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), or any individual or entity acting on behalf of the Chinese government or the CCP. The bill also requires schools to disclose funding from or contracts with a foreign source to the Department of Education.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1005
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1005
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
15Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
15Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1005
Primary Policy Focus
EducationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1005
Comments

Ashlyn Waller
9 months ago
I think this bill is a good idea. It's important to combat lies in schools. Can't wait to see how it plays out! #HR1005 #education #truth

Lakelynn Dawson
9 months ago
I think this bill is good cuz it helps stop lies in schools. It says that schools can't teach stuff that ain't true. I like that cuz I want my kids to learn the right things. Hope it passes soon!

Carly Rodgers
9 months ago
I am so excited about this new bill! It's about time we combat the lies in our school systems. This is a big step in the right direction for our country. #HRBill1005 #EducationReform





