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Increased Transparency for Foreign Investment in Farmland

This act aims to increase transparency regarding foreign investment in U.S. agricultural land. It introduces stricter penalties for concealing ownership information, especially for shell corporations, and enhances oversight of who is buying and leasing farmland in the U.S. This is intended to help protect the domestic food supply and support local farms.
Key points
Penalties for hiding foreign ownership of farmland can now be 100% of the land's value, especially for shell corporations.
Increased oversight: The government will annually audit at least 10% of foreign agricultural land investment reports.
Improved reporting: The government will regularly inform Congress about foreign leasing activities, trends in land purchases by shell corporations, and foreign participation in agricultural production.
Support for local officials: Training will be provided to state and county personnel to help them identify unreported foreign agricultural land investments.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_845
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Process start date: 2025-03-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Farmland Security Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_845.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Penalties for hiding foreign ownership of farmland can now be 100% of the land's value, especially for shell corporations.
  • Increased oversight: The government will annually audit at least 10% of foreign agricultural land investment reports.
  • Improved reporting: The government will regularly inform Congress about foreign leasing activities, trends in land purchases by shell corporations, and foreign participation in agricultural production.
  • Support for local officials: Training will be provided to state and county personnel to help them identify unreported foreign agricultural land investments.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI].

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 2025-12-23.

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