A bill to direct the President to take such actions as may be necessary to prohibit the purchase of public or private real estate located in the United States by citizens and entities of the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

1/23/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Bill 119 s 176, also known as the "Prohibition of Chinese Real Estate Purchase Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to prevent citizens and entities of the People's Republic of China from purchasing public or private real estate in the United States. The bill directs the President to take any necessary actions to enforce this prohibition.

The main goal of this bill is to address concerns about potential national security risks associated with Chinese investment in US real estate. Supporters of the bill argue that allowing Chinese entities to purchase American real estate could lead to espionage or other threats to national security.

If passed, the bill would give the President the authority to implement measures to prevent Chinese citizens and entities from buying real estate in the US. This could include imposing restrictions on real estate transactions, conducting background checks on potential buyers, or implementing other security measures. Overall, Bill 119 s 176 seeks to protect US national security interests by limiting Chinese investment in American real estate. Supporters believe that this legislation is necessary to safeguard the country from potential threats posed by foreign entities. However, critics argue that the bill could have negative economic consequences and may be seen as discriminatory towards Chinese investors.
Congress
119

Number
S - 176

Introduced on
2025-01-22

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Bill 119 s 176, also known as the "Prohibition of Chinese Real Estate Purchase Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to prevent citizens and entities of the People's Republic of China from purchasing public or private real estate in the United States. The bill directs the President to take any necessary actions to enforce this prohibition.

The main goal of this bill is to address concerns about potential national security risks associated with Chinese investment in US real estate. Supporters of the bill argue that allowing Chinese entities to purchase American real estate could lead to espionage or other threats to national security.

If passed, the bill would give the President the authority to implement measures to prevent Chinese citizens and entities from buying real estate in the US. This could include imposing restrictions on real estate transactions, conducting background checks on potential buyers, or implementing other security measures. Overall, Bill 119 s 176 seeks to protect US national security interests by limiting Chinese investment in American real estate. Supporters believe that this legislation is necessary to safeguard the country from potential threats posed by foreign entities. However, critics argue that the bill could have negative economic consequences and may be seen as discriminatory towards Chinese investors.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to direct the President to take such actions as may be necessary to prohibit the purchase of public or private real estate located in the United States by citizens and entities of the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.