HB1561Introduced in the House
Prohibiting nationals of the People's Republic of China from enrollment in masters and doctorate degree programs, participation in research, and full time employment at public institutions of higher education.
Introduced by Mike Belcher, District 04-CAR
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Prohibiting nationals of the People's Republic of China from enrollment in masters and doctorate degree programs, participation in research, and full time employment at public institutions of higher education.
Where it stands
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted DV 186-145 03/11/2026 House Journal 7 P. 102
March 13, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: OTPA · March 11, 2026
157
Yes
173
No
62
Absent or Not Voting
392 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Ploszaj | 01-BEL | Yes |
| Thomas Buco | 01-CAR | Absent |
| Stephen Woodcock | 01-CAR | No |
| David Paige | 01-CAR | No |
| James Tierney | 01-COO | Yes |
| Sean Durkin | 01-COO | Yes |
| Joseph Barton | 01-GRA | Yes |
| Calvin Beaulier | 01-GRA | No |
| Darrell Louis | 01-GRA | Yes |
| Tom Mannion | 01-HIL | No |
Bill history
Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Education Funding House Journal 1 P. 25
Public Hearing: 02/13/2026 10:00 am GP 232
Executive Session: 02/17/2026 10:00 am GP 232
Majority Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0797h (NT) 02/18/2026 (Vote 9-8; Regular Calendar) House Calendar 10A P. 1
Minority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate
Amendment # 2026-0797h (NT): Amendment Adopted Voice Vote 03/11/2026 House Journal 7 P. 98
Ought to Pass with Amendment 2026-0797h: Motion Failed Regular Calendar 157-173 03/11/2026 House Journal 7 P. 99
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted DV 186-145 03/11/2026 House Journal 7 P. 102
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