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Mandatory Review of China's Greenfield Investments in US Real Estate.

This bill mandates government review by CFIUS for new investments (buying land for factories or facilities) made by entities connected to the Government of the People's Republic of China. The goal is to protect US national security and infrastructure from potential foreign control. Citizens benefit indirectly from increased scrutiny over strategic assets and land.
Key points
Requires mandatory filing and government review (CFIUS) for all new investments (greenfield) involving the purchase of US real estate and the establishment of facilities by Chinese-linked entities.
The review targets transactions that could result in control of US businesses by the PRC government or related entities, including members of the Chinese Communist Party.
The change aims to strengthen US national security by monitoring foreign investment in critical real estate and infrastructure.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2069
Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]
Process start date: 2023-06-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Exposing China’s Belt and Road Investment in America Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2069.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires mandatory filing and government review (CFIUS) for all new investments (greenfield) involving the purchase of US real estate and the establishment of facilities by Chinese-linked entities.
  • The review targets transactions that could result in control of US businesses by the PRC government or related entities, including members of the Chinese Communist Party.
  • The change aims to strengthen US national security by monitoring foreign investment in critical real estate and infrastructure.
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 Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Security Economy Real Estate