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Protecting our Land Act
12/15/2023, 3:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 212
Bill 118 hr 212, also known as the Protecting our Land Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect and preserve public lands in the United States.
The Protecting our Land Act includes several key provisions. One of the main components of the bill is the establishment of new conservation areas and the expansion of existing protected areas. This includes designating certain lands as national parks, wildlife refuges, or wilderness areas in order to safeguard them from development and ensure their preservation for future generations.
Additionally, the bill aims to increase funding for land conservation efforts and provide resources for the maintenance and upkeep of public lands. This includes funding for programs that promote outdoor recreation, conservation education, and habitat restoration. Furthermore, the Protecting our Land Act includes measures to address environmental threats to public lands, such as pollution, deforestation, and habitat destruction. The bill includes provisions to strengthen regulations on land use and resource extraction in order to mitigate these threats and ensure the long-term health and sustainability of public lands. Overall, the Protecting our Land Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to protect and preserve the natural beauty and resources of public lands in the United States. It aims to ensure that these lands remain accessible to the public and protected for future generations to enjoy.
The Protecting our Land Act includes several key provisions. One of the main components of the bill is the establishment of new conservation areas and the expansion of existing protected areas. This includes designating certain lands as national parks, wildlife refuges, or wilderness areas in order to safeguard them from development and ensure their preservation for future generations.
Additionally, the bill aims to increase funding for land conservation efforts and provide resources for the maintenance and upkeep of public lands. This includes funding for programs that promote outdoor recreation, conservation education, and habitat restoration. Furthermore, the Protecting our Land Act includes measures to address environmental threats to public lands, such as pollution, deforestation, and habitat destruction. The bill includes provisions to strengthen regulations on land use and resource extraction in order to mitigate these threats and ensure the long-term health and sustainability of public lands. Overall, the Protecting our Land Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to protect and preserve the natural beauty and resources of public lands in the United States. It aims to ensure that these lands remain accessible to the public and protected for future generations to enjoy.
Congressional Summary of HR 212
Protecting our Land Act
This bill requires the President to direct federal agencies to promulgate rules and regulations to prohibit foreign adversaries or state sponsors of terrorism from purchasing real estate located in the United States.
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Current Status of Bill HR 212
Bill HR 212 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 212 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 212's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of January 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 212
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
16Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
14Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 212
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Terrorism
- U.S. and foreign investments
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 212
Protecting our Land Act
Protecting our Land Act
To prohibit the purchase of public or private real estate located in the United States by foreign adversaries and state sponsors of terrorism.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 212
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