Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7616

European Universities: Monitoring Foreign Influence

Transatlantic Academic Security and Risk Mitigation Act

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This bill requires the State Department to create a plan to track and limit relationships between European universities and certain Chinese organizations. It specifically targets groups linked to the Chinese military, intelligence agencies, or those involved in human rights violations.
The goal is to protect American security and interests. Lawmakers are worried that sensitive research or data shared between Europe and China could be used to harm the U.S. or its allies, especially in areas like defense and technology.
The government would have to identify which European schools have financial or research ties to these groups. It also looks at how some organizations might be trying to influence students or spread propaganda on European campuses.
Within six months of the bill becoming law, officials must provide a report and recommendations on how to work with European allies to stop these risks. This includes looking at student groups and talent recruitment programs that might be used for spying.

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Feb 20, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Feb 20, 2026

Introduced in House

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Congressional Bill

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Transatlantic Academic Security and Risk Mitigation Act

Bill NumberHR 7616

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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