Changes the laws regarding the foreign ownership of agricultural land
Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
Summary
The bill would stop any alien or foreign business from buying or receiving agricultural land in Missouri after August 28, 2026, and would require those already holding such land to divest it by August 28, 2031. It also sets a one‑percent cap on total foreign‑owned farm acreage and requires the Department of Agriculture to review transfers, compile ownership lists, and report violations. The measure targets foreign corporations and anyone acting as an agent or trustee for them.
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