SB 103 Texas Senate · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to prohibiting the purchase of or acquisition of title to real property by and contracts or other agreements with certain aliens or foreign entities.

SB 103 prohibits certain foreign entities from purchasing or acquiring title to real property (land) in Texas. It specifically bans governments, companies, or individuals from China, Iran, North Korea, or Russia, including entities controlled by those countries' governments or citizens. The bill also prohibits Texas state agencies or local governments from entering contracts using public funds with these "adverse foreign entities." These restrictions apply to both property ownership and government contracts, with limited exceptions for U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. The law directly affects foreign entities tied to the listed countries and Texas public entities managing public funds.
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Nov 2024
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Introduced Nov 12, 2024 Last action Feb 3, 2025
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