Number: RL31354
Title: Possible Impacts of Major Counter Terrorism Security Actions on Research, Development, and Higher Education
Authors: Genevieve J. Knezo, Resources, Science and Industry Division 
Abstract: Congress, the executive branch, and scientific and technical communities have adopted and are considering research and development and education-related security measures to counteract terrorism. There is widespread agreement on the need for these measures, but some experts say that they could have unintended consequences. Some of these actions are included in the PATRIOT/USA Act (P.L. 107-56, in addition the Office of Homeland Security, federal agencies, and the scientific and technical community have proposed or taken other actions. Activities relating to higher education (in H.R. 3525, S. 1749, and other bills) include controlling the visa entry and educational programs of foreign students and tracking their movement through the higher education system.
Pages: 52
Date: Updated April 8, 2002