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Student Visa Integrity Act
Recent Bills/Student Visa Integrity Act

Student Visa Integrity Act

IntroducedJanuary 14, 2026
Introduced8 months ago
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Why This Matters

The Student Visa Integrity Act aims to strengthen the student visa process by increasing penalties for fraud and ensuring that educational institutions meet accreditation standards. This helps protect the integrity of the visa system and ensures that students are attending legitimate programs.

If you are an international student, your school must meet stricter standards to help ensure your visa is valid.
Who this affects
International students
What changes is this bill making?
  1. 1This bill increases penalties for fraud related to student visas.
  2. 2It requires more educational institutions to be accredited for visa programs.
  3. 3The bill mandates schools to report when international students pay their tuition.
  4. 4It also requires schools to disclose any ties to the government of China.
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Bills must pass the House, Senate, and be signed by the President to become law.
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Donald Trump
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