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Increased Scrutiny of Foreign Agricultural Investments in the US

New rules enhance oversight of foreign purchases of agricultural land and businesses, especially from countries deemed a threat. This aims to protect food security and strategic national resources. Citizens may feel more secure regarding food supply and price stability.
Key points
The Secretary of Agriculture joins the committee reviewing foreign investments, giving more say in agricultural decisions.
Special oversight is introduced for transactions involving agricultural land, biotechnology, and the agricultural industry, particularly when investors are from China, North Korea, Russia, or Iran.
The goal is to protect American farmland and the food industry from potential threats posed by foreign nations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1713
Sponsor: Rep. Lucas, Frank D. [R-OK-3]
Process start date: 2025-02-27