HB2277

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

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Missouri HB2277 regulates foreign ownership of agricultural land, limiting total foreign ownership to one percent and requiring reporting and.

Missouri HB2277 amends the state's laws regarding foreign ownership of agricultural land. It limits the total aggregate alien and foreign ownership of agricultural land in Missouri to one percent. The bill defines "foreign person" and "foreign business" and outlines the reporting requirements for any acquisition or transfer of agricultural land by such entities. It mandates that any sale or transfer of agricultural land must be submitted to the Department of Agriculture and the Attorney General for review at least thirty days before finalization.

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Current
Emerging Issues Committee
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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)