S.723

Restricts all ownership of agricultural land in State by foreign governments and persons.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S723 restricts foreign governments and persons from owning agricultural land, with exceptions.

New Jersey S723 prohibits foreign governments and persons from acquiring agricultural land in the state, with limited exceptions. Existing foreign owners must sell their land within five years. Exceptions include acquiring land through legal processes like debt collection or foreclosure, which must be sold within two years. The bill also mandates annual reporting on foreign-owned agricultural land by the Secretary of Agriculture.

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Where it stands

Current
Economic Growth Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Economic Growth Committee