SB386

Further prohibiting certain entities from acquiring an interest in agricultural land; providing for investigation by Attorney General and for responsibilities of purchaser and Attorney General; further providing for forfeiture of lands; providing for real estate auction; and further providing for definitions.

Introduced·3/6/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB386 amends the Agricultural Land Acquisition by Aliens Law to further restrict entities from acquiring agricultural land and mandates.

Pennsylvania SB386 amends the Agricultural Land Acquisition by Aliens Law to expand restrictions on entities acquiring agricultural land. It prohibits aliens not residing in the U.S., entities organized under the laws of certain countries, foreign principals, foreign political parties, and individuals domiciled in specified countries from acquiring agricultural land. Exceptions include land acquired by devise or inheritance or held as security for indebtedness. The Attorney General is tasked with investigating potential violations and enforcing forfeiture of lands acquired in violation.

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Where it stands

Current
Agriculture & Rural Affairs Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

D
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7
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 6, 2025

Senate

Referred to Agriculture & Rural Affairs