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Panel backs bill to bar federal education funds for schools receiving Chinese government support
Summary
Committee members approved HR 1069 in substitute form, a measure that would prohibit schools from receiving federal education funds if they receive direct or indirect support from the People's Republic of China; debate focused on evidence of K–12 infiltration, administrative burden, and risks of fueling anti‑Asian sentiment.
The committee voted to report HR 1069, the Protect Our Kids Act (described in the markup as promoting responsible oversight to eliminate communist teachings), which would prohibit elementary and secondary schools that receive direct or indirect support from the government of the People's Republic of China from receiving federal education funds.
Representative Kiley, sponsoring an amendment in the nature of a substitute, said the measure would ensure "no federal tax dollars should support schools that partner with the CCP," citing concerns about…
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