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Prohibition of Agricultural Land Purchase in US by China-Linked Entities.

This bill aims to prevent entities associated with the Government of the People's Republic of China from purchasing agricultural land in the United States. It also restricts their participation in programs administered by the Secretary of Agriculture, with exceptions for food inspection. The goal is to protect American land and food security.
Key points
Prohibits the purchase of agricultural land (including ranching) in the U.S. by individuals and businesses linked to the Chinese government.
Restricts participation of these entities in Department of Agriculture programs, with exceptions for food inspection.
Applies to all states, territories, and possessions of the United States.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7892
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Process start date: 2022-05-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Prohibition of Agricultural Land for the People’s Republic of China Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7892.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the purchase of agricultural land (including ranching) in the U.S. by individuals and businesses linked to the Chinese government.
  • Restricts participation of these entities in Department of Agriculture programs, with exceptions for food inspection.
  • Applies to all states, territories, and possessions of the United States.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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