Bill > HR1318

This bill amends the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to modify the definition of "foreign country" in relation to restrictions on malign foreign talent recruitment programs. Specifically, the bill adds the phrase "of concern" after each mention of "foreign country" and broadens the definition of programs, positions, or activities subject to restrictions by changing the language from "directly provided" to "whether directly or indirectly provided". The bill reorganizes the existing legal text by removing certain existing language, redesignating clauses, and simplifying the structure of the definition. These changes appear to expand the scope of talent recruitment restrictions, potentially giving federal agencies more flexibility in identifying and addressing potential national security risks associated with foreign talent recruitment programs. The modifications aim to create a more comprehensive framework for monitoring and potentially limiting foreign talent recruitment that could pose a threat to U.S. research and innovation interests.

Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1318/all-info