Bans the United States from issuing or granting F, J, or M visas or status to nationals of the People’s Republic of China when the purpose is to conduct research or pursue a course of study. This covers student (F and M) and exchange visitor (J) categories.

It applies to both new visa issuance abroad and changes of status inside the U.S. It does not specify exceptions, waivers, funding, or revocation of existing visas. Agencies like the State Department and DHS would enforce the restriction under the Immigration and Nationality Act.