What is the current status of HR 6487?

HR 6487 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 6487?

HR 6487 was sponsored by Pat Harrigan (R), Rep.

Visa Restrictions for Certain Countries

IntroducedDecember 5, 2025

Introduced11 months ago

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Introduced in House

Why This Matters

The SECURE STEM Act aims to limit the issuance of certain visas to nationals from specific countries, impacting their ability to work in the U.S. This is meant to protect national security and research interests.

If you are from one of the restricted countries, getting a visa to work in the U.S. could become much harder.

Who this affects

Nationals from China · Nationals from Russia · Nationals from Iran · Nationals from North Korea

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill stops certain foreign nationals from China and other countries from getting specific visas.
2It prevents these individuals from working at national research laboratories in the U.S.
3The bill allows for exceptions if the U.S. government believes it is in the national interest.
4The government must report every six months on any exceptions granted and their reasons.
5It defines which visa categories and foreign nationals are affected by these restrictions.

Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly

Visa Restrictions for Certain Countries

IntroducedDecember 5, 2025

Introduced11 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Introduced in House

Why This Matters

If you are from one of the restricted countries, getting a visa to work in the U.S. could become much harder.

Who this affects

Nationals from China · Nationals from Russia · Nationals from Iran · Nationals from North Korea

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill stops certain foreign nationals from China and other countries from getting specific visas.
2It prevents these individuals from working at national research laboratories in the U.S.
3The bill allows for exceptions if the U.S. government believes it is in the national interest.
4The government must report every six months on any exceptions granted and their reasons.
5It defines which visa categories and foreign nationals are affected by these restrictions.

Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly