Foreign Student Enrollment Caps for Universities
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This bill faces strong opposition from the higher education industry and lacks the broad bipartisan support needed to pass a divided Congress.
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Introduced in Senate
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Senator Rick Scott introduced the American Students First Act to cap foreign student enrollment at 10% of a university's total student body. The bill aims to prioritize American students and address national security concerns, particularly regarding espionage from adversarial nations.
The legislation would impose a 10% cap on F and M visas at U.S. universities, with a potential waiver allowing up to 15% for national security reasons. Senator Scott argued that the lack of regulation compromises opportunities for American students and poses a security risk.
Senator Rick Scott's new bill seeks to limit the number of foreign student visas to prioritize native-born American students. The Act would restrict international enrollment to 10% of the student body, citing concerns about intellectual property theft and foreign influence in higher education.
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
American Students First Act of 2025
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