HB9602Introduced in the House
Less Bureaucracy, Better International Foreign Gift Transparency Act
Introduced by Michael Baumgartner, District WA-5
What does this bill do?
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Official description
To ensure the Department of State will manage all foreign gift and contract reporting done under section 117 of the Higher Education Act of 1965, and for other purposes.
Where it stands
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 16.
July 15, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 16.
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