Protecting US Agriculture from Foreign Control and Influence
This act aims to protect American agriculture from foreign control or influence. It introduces changes that will allow the government to more closely scrutinize foreign investments in the agricultural sector, ensuring food supply security and protecting local producers. Citizens may experience greater stability in the food market and confidence that key resources remain under domestic control.
Key points
Inclusion of the Secretary of Agriculture in the committee reviewing foreign investments, increasing oversight of agricultural transactions.
Expansion of the definition of critical infrastructure and critical technologies to include agricultural systems and supply chains, allowing for better protection.
Requirement for reports on foreign investments and threats in agriculture, to help identify potential risks, including espionage.
Introduced
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