119-hr-8700In Committee

Protecting U.S. Farmland and Sensitive Sites From Foreign Adversaries Act

Sponsored by Moolenaar, John R. (Republican-MI-2) · House · Introduced May 7, 2026

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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)

This bill aims to restrict foreign purchases of U.S. land, particularly by countries considered adversaries, to protect national security and food production capabilities. It expands the authority of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to review and potentially block foreign land acquisitions near sensitive locations.

Agriculture and Food

Legislative Status Timeline

Introduced

May 7, 2026

In Committee

May 7, 2026

Passed House

Pending

Passed Senate

Pending

Presidential Action

Pending

Sponsor

M

Moolenaar, John R.

Independent · MI-2

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