HB1991

Changes the laws regarding the foreign ownership of real property, with a penalty provision

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HB1991 restricts foreign ownership of agricultural land, requiring reporting and approval for acquisitions by foreign entities.

Missouri HB1991 amends laws on foreign ownership of agricultural land, prohibiting certain foreign entities from acquiring or transferring such land. Foreign persons, including individuals and businesses, must report acquisitions to the Missouri Department of Agriculture and the Attorney General. The Attorney General reviews these reports and can investigate potential violations. Violations result in court actions to divest the land. The bill also imposes civil penalties for non-compliance.

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General Laws Committee
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History

Feb 12

House

Referred: General Laws(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)