AZ HCM2005

Requests Congress study and consider legislation to regulate or restrict real property ownership in the United States by foreign governments operating under communist or authoritarian systems

Cites national security concerns related to foreign government ownership of property near military installations, critical infrastructure, agricultural lands, and research facilities

Notes that certain communist or authoritarian governments prohibit U.S. citizens and businesses from owning property in their countries, creating a lack of reciprocity

Expresses concern that foreign government property ownership could be used to exert economic or political influence against U.S. interests

Directs the Arizona Secretary of State to transmit copies of the memorial to all Arizona members of Congress