Rep. Jim DeSana – National Security & Higher Education Survey

Dear Neighbor,

Recent reports have raised concerns about foreign governments and individuals influencing Michigan universities. Rep. Jim DeSana is conducting this survey to hear directly from you about protecting taxpayer dollars, our students, and our state’s security. Your feedback will help guide policy decisions in Lansing.

Name*

First NameLast Name

Email*

example@example.com

Were you aware that the University of Michigan has accepted hundreds of millions of dollars in foreign funding (including $76 million from the Chinese Communist Government)?*

YesNoUnsure

How concerned are you about foreign governments influencing Michigan universities?*

Very concernedSomewhat concernedNot very concernedNot concerned at all

Do you believe Michigan universities that receive taxpayer funding should be prohibited from accepting money from foreign governments?*

YesNoUnsure

Should universities be required to publicly disclose all foreign donations, contracts, and partnerships?*

Yes, full disclosure is necessaryPartial disclosure is acceptableNo disclosure is necessary

Do you support requiring Michigan universities to comply with strict state and federal security protocols when handling sensitive research or hazardous materials?*

YesNoUnsure

Michigan’s public universities currently have constitutional autonomy, limiting state oversight. Would you support a constitutional amendment to remove this autonomy, allowing universities to be regulated by the state while still being governed by their boards?*

YesNoUnsure

Do you have any additional comments or suggestions on how Michigan can protect our universities from foreign influence?