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American Land and Property Protection Act

3/8/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7246

The American Land and Property Protection Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 7246, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect American land and property rights by limiting the federal government's ability to acquire private property for conservation purposes.

Under this bill, federal agencies would be required to obtain the consent of property owners before acquiring their land for conservation purposes. The bill also aims to increase transparency and accountability in the land acquisition process by requiring federal agencies to provide detailed justifications for any proposed land acquisitions.

Additionally, the American Land and Property Protection Act seeks to limit the use of eminent domain for conservation purposes, ensuring that property owners are fairly compensated for any land that is acquired by the federal government. Overall, this bill is designed to protect the rights of American landowners and ensure that the federal government respects property rights when acquiring land for conservation purposes. It is currently being debated in Congress and has garnered support from various stakeholders in the conservation and property rights communities.

Congressional Summary of HR 7246

American Land and Property Protection Act

This bill requires the President to take actions necessary to prohibit the purchase of public or private real estate located in the United States by nonresident aliens, foreign businesses, or agents associated with China, Russia, North Korea, Iran, Cuba, Venezuelan politician Nicolas Maduro, or any designated foreign terrorist organization.

Current Status of Bill HR 7246

Bill HR 7246 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2024. Bill HR 7246 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 6, 2024.  Bill HR 7246's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of February 6, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7246

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
9
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
9
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7246

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7246

American Land and Property Protection Act
American Land and Property Protection Act
To prohibit certain persons from purchasing real estate in the United States.