Prohibits National Laboratories from admitting certain foreign nationals from specified countries.

The Guarding American Technology from Exploitation Act of 2026 prohibits National Laboratories from admitting visitors or assignees who are foreign nationals from China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, or Cuba. A "covered foreign national" is defined as a foreign national from these countries, excluding those who are lawful permanent residents or U.S. citizens. The Secretary of Energy may issue a waiver if the benefits to the U.S. outweigh the risks, and must notify Congress of such waivers. The Act aims to protect U.S.

Prohibits National Laboratories from admitting certain foreign nationals from specified countries.

The Guarding American Technology from Exploitation Act of 2026 prohibits National Laboratories from admitting visitors or assignees who are foreign nationals from China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, or Cuba. A "covered foreign national" is defined as a foreign national from these countries, excluding those who are lawful permanent residents or U.S. citizens. The Secretary of Energy may issue a waiver if the benefits to the U.S. outweigh the risks, and must notify Congress of such waivers. The Act aims to protect U.S.