Agricultural Risk Review Act of 2025
Sponsor
Frank Lucas
Republican · OK-3
Latest Action · Jun 24, 2025
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Bill Progress
House Moves to Scrutinize Foreign Farm Deals
Why it matters
Foreign purchases of U.S. farmland are getting a closer look amid national security concerns.
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What This Bill Does
Adds Agriculture Secretary to CFIUS
Gives the Secretary of Agriculture an official seat on the committee that reviews foreign investments in the U.S.
Covers Agricultural Land Transactions
Ensures that foreign purchases of farmland must be reviewed for national security risks.
Includes Ag Biotech and Ag Industry
Requires reviews of deals that involve agricultural biotechnology or the broader agriculture industry.
Permanent Expert Input
Credentials agricultural expertise on a key national security panel for decisions impacting U.S. food and farming.
Amends the Defense Production Act
Formally updates the law so agriculture is explicitly part of the review process under the Defense Production Act.
Who Benefits
U.S. Farmers
Better protection from foreign acquisitions that could impact their land and supply chains.
Rural Communities
Increased oversight may help keep farmland in local hands, supporting local economies.
National Security Agencies
Gain agricultural expertise when weighing risks of foreign investment in the sector.
U.S. Consumers
Supports efforts to keep the nation's food supply stable and secure.
Who's Affected
Foreign Investors
Face new scrutiny and possibly more hurdles when trying to buy U.S. farmland or ag businesses.
Agtech Startups
Deals involving foreign capital will be subject to tougher reviews if linked to national security.
Real Estate Market
Farms and rural properties up for sale to international buyers will be checked more closely.
Multinational Agribusinesses
Could see delays or rejections in mergers and acquisitions involving U.S. agricultural assets.
Cosponsors (20)
Jill Tokuda
Democrat · HI
Andy Barr
Republican · KY
Zachary Nunn
Republican · IA
David Rouzer
Republican · NC
Monica De La Cruz
Republican · TX
John Rose
Republican · TN
Emanuel Cleaver
Democrat · MO
Stephen Lynch
Democrat · MA
Sharice Davids
Democrat · KS
Brittany Pettersen
Democrat · CO
David Scott
Democrat · GA
Daniel Webster
Republican · FL
Recent Actions
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2865)
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2865)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1713.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2865-2866)
Mrs. Wagner moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 99.
Committees (4)
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee
Senate · Standing
Referred To · Jun 24, 2025
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