$USDC The GENIUS Act (Guarding Education and National Interests Using Scholarships) is proposed U.S. legislation aimed at strengthening national security and innovation by retaining top international STEM talent educated in the U.S. It seeks to provide a direct path to permanent residency for international students earning advanced degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics from American universities. By doing so, the Act would help the U.S. maintain global competitiveness and reduce brain drain. Supporters argue it promotes economic growth and innovation, while critics raise concerns about immigration policy impacts. The GENIUS Act represents a strategic approach to talent retention in critical fields.