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US HR4734

US HR4734
American Science First Act


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Introduced
07/28/2021
In Committee
07/28/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To prohibit the Director of the National Science Foundation from awarding grants and other forms of assistance to Chinese communist military companies and their affili- ates, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, titled the "American Science First Act," prohibits the Director of the National Science Foundation from awarding grants or other forms of assistance to individuals or entities that are affiliated or have a relationship with Chinese communist military companies or their affiliates. The bill references specific lists maintained by the U.S. government that identify these companies, including the Export Administration Regulations and the lists required by the Strom Thurmond National Defense Authorization Act and the Mac Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act. The purpose of the bill is to restrict funding for research partnerships, joint ventures, or contracts with these identified Chinese entities.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Research and Technology. (on 07/28/2021)

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