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TX SB1063
Bill
Status
2/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Donna Campbell
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AI Summary
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Expands existing Texas law prohibiting agreements with foreign-owned companies regarding critical infrastructure to also include agricultural land
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Defines "agricultural land" as land qualifying for agricultural tax appraisal under the Tax Code, consisting of no more than 5 acres of noncontiguous land
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Prohibits business entities and individuals from entering into agreements relating to agricultural land with foreign citizens
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Bars agreements that would grant foreign-owned companies direct or remote access to or control of agricultural land, with exceptions for product warranty and support purposes
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Applies to companies owned or majority-controlled by foreign citizens, foreign governments, or headquartered in foreign countries, regardless of whether securities are publicly traded
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to prohibiting contracts or other agreements with foreign-owned companies in connection with agricultural land.
Business & Commerce
Last Action
Referred to State Affairs
2/24/2025