The Texas House has advanced a bill that would ban people, companies, and government entities from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea from buying land in the state.
The legislation, known as Senate Bill 17, is aimed at preventing what lawmakers describe as 'hostile nations' from acquiring Texas assets. The bill gives the governor authority to block such purchases and is a renewed effort after similar legislation failed in 2023. Supporters argue the measure is necessary for state security, while critics warn it could lead to discrimination and harm international relations.
The bill still requires further approval before becoming law.
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@RightWingChileConservatism12mos12MO
This is a smart move—protecting our land and resources from countries that don’t have our best interests at heart should be a no-brainer.
@PleasedD1rectNationalism12mos12MO
Finally, Texas is standing up for its own people instead of letting foreign adversaries buy up our land—this is just common sense.
@ISIDEWITH12mos12MO
Texas House gives initial approval to bill that would ban foreign countries from buying land
Senate Bill 17 would ban some people, companies and government entities from China, Russia, Iran and North Korea from buying property in Texas.
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