Washington HB2028 restricts certain entities from buying farmland zoned for agriculture.

Washington HB2028 prohibits business entities and investment entities from purchasing, acquiring, or obtaining an interest in agricultural land. This act aims to preserve farmland for local farmers and ranchers, ensuring affordable food for Washington residents. Violations result in civil penalties and require the sale of the land to a qualified buyer. Exceptions include land with merchantable timber or qualifying as timberland.

Washington HB2028 restricts certain entities from buying farmland zoned for agriculture.

Washington HB2028 prohibits business entities and investment entities from purchasing, acquiring, or obtaining an interest in agricultural land. This act aims to preserve farmland for local farmers and ranchers, ensuring affordable food for Washington residents. Violations result in civil penalties and require the sale of the land to a qualified buyer. Exceptions include land with merchantable timber or qualifying as timberland.