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NJ S382
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Douglas Steinhardt
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AI Summary
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Prohibits governments of China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea—and their associated persons or entities—from acquiring any interest in real property in New Jersey after the bill's effective date.
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Foreign governments and persons already holding New Jersey real property must sell or convey their interests within five years to buyers not subject to the prohibition.
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Defines "adverse foreign government" as any country listed as a threat to U.S. critical infrastructure, economic security, or posing terrorism/transnational repression risks in recent U.S. Intelligence Community Annual Threat Assessments.
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Violations carry civil penalties of up to $250,000 or 50% of the property's market value, whichever is greater, enforceable by the Attorney General.
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Limited exceptions allow property acquisition through debt collection, foreclosure, liens, inheritance, or security encumbrances, with a two-year resale requirement.
Legislative Description
Prohibits ownership of real property in State by adverse foreign governments and certain associated persons.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
1/13/2026