New Hampshire · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1561: 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.

Did not advance Last action March 11, 2026: Inexpedient to Legislate: MA DV 186-145 03/11/2026 HJ 7 P. 102

Plain-language summary

HB 1561 is a bill introduced in the New Hampshire House on December 10, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: 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. Primary sponsor: Mike Belcher (Republican). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 11, 2026): Inexpedient to Legislate: MA DV 186-145 03/11/2026 HJ 7 P. 102.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Mike Belcher (Republican). 4 co-sponsors.