No one should be able to buy land in the United States unless you are an American citizen or an American business.
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It’s a start but I think foreign governments should not be able to buy US land.
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I’d vote for a bill to seize (reclaim) all US land from any foreign country and/or individuals like Soros, Bill Gates and the like. Crimes against humanity or against our country should be grounds to seize all assets.
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We do want their companies here, however. Do something like the UAE where long term leases can be made?
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Here is a strategic plan to prevent or restrict the sale of U.S. land to foreign entities while increasing transparency around land ownership and transactions:
1. Federal Restriction on Foreign Land Ownership
- Plan: Enact federal legislation that restricts or prohibits foreign ownership of U.S. land, especially land with national security or agricultural importance.
- Implementation: Define “foreign ownership” to include foreign governments, corporations, and individuals who are not U.S. citizens. Establish exemptions only for closely monitored and approved special cases.
- Transparency Benefit: This would prevent acquisitions that could be concealed under complex corporate structures, ensuring more clear and consistent ownership records at the federal level.
2. State-Level Regulations and Land Ownership Caps
- Plan: Encourage states to establish caps on the amount of land that can be owned by foreign entities, particularly in areas like agriculture, natural resources, and residential real estate.
- Implementation: Set land ownership caps by state, where foreign entities are only permitted to own a small percentage of land, primarily for direct operational purposes (e.g., industrial or retail use) rather than large-scale residential or agricultural holdings.
- Transparency Benefit: State-level restrictions enable states to address local concerns while providing transparency about land usage and ownership within their borders.
3. Enhanced Public Disclosure of Land Ownership
- Plan: Create a centralized national registry of land ownership that lists all land owned by foreign entities, including ultimate beneficial owners when possible.
- Implementation: Make this registry publicly accessible, showing details of foreign-owned properties by location, acreage, and intended use, ensuring that ownership is clear and transparent to the public.
- Transparency Benefit: Allows the public and regulatory bodies to easily track foreign land ownership, providing an added layer of accountability and visibility.
4. Limit Ownership of Agricultural and Natural Resource Lands
- Plan: Ban foreign ownership of agricultural land, water rights, and land rich in natural resources (e.g., minerals, oil) to protect U.S. food security, water access, and energy independence.
- Implementation: Ensure agricultural and resource land sales include a declaration of intended use and ownership status. Designate certain types of land as off-limits to foreign buyers due to their strategic importance.
- Transparency Benefit: By restricting foreign ownership of critical resources, the U.S. can ensure these resources are managed in the national interest, with transparent information on resource ownership and usage.
5. Require Government Approval for All Foreign Land Purchases
- Plan: Mandate that any sale of land to foreign individuals or entities requires approval from a federal review board, similar to how the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) reviews acquisitions in sensitive sectors.
- Implementation: Expand the role of CFIUS to review land acquisitions or create a dedicated committee for land transactions, particularly in strategic or sensitive locations like near military bases or critical infrastructure.
- Transparency Benefit: This approach ensures that all foreign land purchases undergo scrutiny, preventing potentially harmful or non-transparent transactions from taking place.
6. Ban Foreign Ownership of Land Near Military or Government Facilities
- Plan: Prohibit foreign ownership of land within a certain radius of military bases, government facilities, ports, and other sensitive infrastructure to protect national security.
- Implementation: Define restricted zones and prohibit any foreign ownership or limit it only to non-competitive uses that pose no security risk.
- Transparency Benefit: This provides a clear and enforceable buffer zone for sensitive areas, and public transparency around these zones ensures that all stakeholders understand restrictions and compliance.
7. Transparency Requirement for Corporate Land Ownership
- Plan: Require companies that own U.S. land to disclose all ultimate beneficial owners, including foreign nationals, if applicable.
- Implementation: Legislate that any corporate entity acquiring land must declare its entire ownership structure and identify any foreign shareholders or stakeholders holding significant shares.
- Transparency Benefit: Prevents foreign interests from hiding behind domestic corporations, ensuring that foreign influence in land ownership is transparent and trackable.
8. Implement a Foreign Land Ownership Reporting Requirement
- Plan: Establish a yearly reporting requirement for all foreign landowners detailing the land’s use, changes in ownership, and any alterations to the ownership structure.
- Implementation: Foreign entities or individuals with land holdings would submit an annual report to a federal agency, detailing any changes in property usage or ownership.
- Transparency Benefit: Provides up-to-date information on foreign-held land, helping regulators and the public understand trends and patterns in foreign land ownership.
9. Tax Incentives for Domestic Ownership
- Plan: Offer tax benefits or incentives for U.S. citizens or entities purchasing land, particularly in rural and agricultural areas, to encourage domestic ownership over foreign investments.
- Implementation: Provide tax credits, grants, or low-interest loans to American buyers, especially those purchasing farmland or properties in strategic areas.
- Transparency Benefit: Encourages local ownership and investment in U.S. land, reducing foreign purchases while providing a financial alternative for sellers, making it easier for Americans to compete with foreign buyers.
10. Public Awareness and Education Campaign on Land Ownership
- Plan: Launch a public education initiative to raise awareness about the impact of foreign land ownership and the importance of transparency and local ownership.
- Implementation: Distribute information on how citizens can report suspicious land sales, understand the importance of local ownership, and participate in public hearings or comment on proposed foreign land purchases.
- Transparency Benefit: Increases public awareness and engagement, giving citizens a role in monitoring foreign influence and preserving local control over land resources.
Summary of Benefits
By implementing these restrictions and transparency measures, this plan would:
- Preserve National Security: Restricted foreign ownership near sensitive areas protects critical infrastructure.
- Ensure Transparency: Public registries, disclosure requirements, and reporting prevent hidden foreign interests and ensure the public knows who owns what.
- Promote Domestic Ownership: Tax incentives, caps, and incentives for U.S. citizens help protect American control over agricultural and residential land.
- Safeguard Resources and Strategic Land: Preventing foreign access to agricultural and resource-rich land safeguards these resources for national use.
This plan emphasizes transparency, security, and prioritizing U.S. interests in land transactions, while still respecting private property rights within the bounds of national and economic security.
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To address rising concerns over foreign nations and corporations profiting from U.S. real estate by renting property back to Americans at high rates, this plan proposes a regulatory framework aimed at limiting rental profits from foreign-owned properties while encouraging the revitalization of empty buildings for American small businesses. Here’s a strategic 10-point plan that incorporates these goals:
1. Cap Rental Profit Margins for Foreign-Owned Properties
- Plan: Establish a regulatory cap on the percentage of profit that foreign-owned corporations and individuals can earn from residential and commercial rental properties in the U.S.
- Implementation: Limit net rental profit for foreign owners to a 25% cap over operating costs, which can be audited annually. This prevents excessive rental charges and keeps rent prices more affordable for American tenants.
- Impact: Reduces the financial incentive for foreign entities to buy properties purely for high-profit rentals, while keeping rents reasonable for American tenants.
2. Implement a Foreign Ownership Surcharge for Rentals
- Plan: Levy an additional tax or surcharge on rental income earned by foreign-owned entities, with funds directed toward affordable housing or small business grants.
- Implementation: Apply a surcharge to foreign rental income, earmarking these funds for programs that support U.S. residents in securing affordable housing and business spaces.
- Impact: Discourages foreign buyers from purchasing U.S. rental properties as investment assets and redirects profits to benefit local communities.
3. Mandate Community Reinvestment for Foreign Property Owners
- Plan: Require foreign property owners to reinvest a percentage of their rental profits (e.g., 10-15%) into local community development initiatives, including small business grants and affordable housing programs.
- Implementation: Establish guidelines for community reinvestment, requiring proof of investment in initiatives like building renovations, public spaces, or local business incentives.
- Impact: Ensures that foreign-owned property profits contribute to the well-being and development of American communities.
4. Create Incentives for Americans to Buy or Lease Vacant Buildings
- Plan: Launch federal and state incentives for American buyers or lessees to purchase or lease empty buildings at discounted rates, particularly for use by small businesses.
- Implementation: Provide grants, low-interest loans, and tax credits to American buyers and small business owners willing to restore and occupy vacant buildings.
- Impact: Revitalizes empty buildings and helps American small businesses afford and occupy commercial spaces, enhancing local economies.
5. Designate Commercial Spaces for Local Small Business Use Only
- Plan: Identify certain commercial zones where foreign ownership or leasing is restricted, reserving these areas exclusively for U.S.-owned small businesses.
- Implementation: Use zoning regulations to protect specific areas, offering exclusive access to U.S.-owned businesses and providing tax incentives for compliance.
- Impact: Helps create vibrant business districts that are run by local residents, fostering economic growth and job opportunities for Americans.
6. Establish Penalties for Underutilized or Vacant Foreign-Owned Properties
- Plan: Impose escalating fees or penalties on foreign-owned properties that remain vacant or underutilized for more than a specified period (e.g., 12 months).
- Implementation: Create a vacancy tax for properties that aren’t actively used, with higher penalties over time, encouraging either active use or divestment to local buyers.
- Impact: Motivates foreign owners to lease or sell empty properties, potentially making them available to American small business owners at reasonable rates.
7. Subsidize Local Business Leasing in Foreign-Owned Buildings
- Plan: Offer subsidies to American small businesses leasing space in foreign-owned buildings, offsetting rental costs to prevent exorbitant rental rates.
- Implementation: Provide grants or tax credits to American tenants leasing foreign-owned commercial spaces, with additional incentives for long-term leases.
- Impact: Levels the playing field for American small businesses, allowing them to afford commercial space even when properties are foreign-owned.
8. Prioritize Local Ownership in Government-Owned Property Sales
- Plan: When selling government-owned or foreclosed properties, prioritize offers from U.S. citizens or businesses over foreign bidders.
- Implementation: Enact policies that give first-purchase rights to American buyers, particularly small business owners and community-oriented buyers, to keep local properties in American hands.
- Impact: Increases local ownership and ensures that valuable properties remain in the hands of American individuals or entities.
9. Reform Property Tax Policy for Foreign-Owned Rental Properties
- Plan: Adjust property tax rates for foreign-owned rental properties, applying a higher tax rate to offset their community impact and use of local resources.
- Implementation: Enforce a tax rate increase on foreign-owned properties with rental income, directing the funds to community development and small business programs.
- Impact: Generates additional funds for local reinvestment, supporting American-owned businesses and helping to improve the surrounding community infrastructure.
10. Increase Transparency in Foreign Property Ownership
- Plan: Mandate full transparency for foreign-owned property transactions, requiring detailed reporting on property ownership, intended use, and revenue.
- Implementation: Require public disclosure of all foreign-owned properties through a national property registry, with regular audits and public access to data on foreign ownership patterns.
- Impact: Provides transparency, helping Americans understand and monitor the extent of foreign influence on U.S. property markets.
Expected Benefits of This Plan
This plan would:
- Reduce Financial Pressure on American Renters: By capping foreign-owned property rental profits and taxing additional profits, Americans can avoid excessive rents.
- Promote Small Business Growth: Incentives for small businesses to lease or buy empty spaces would revitalize communities and create local jobs.
- Retain Local Property Control: By making it less profitable and more restrictive for foreign entities to acquire U.S. property, this plan would help keep land and buildings accessible to Americans.
- Enhance Public Oversight: Full transparency in foreign ownership ensures accountability and informs policy adjustments as needed.
This multifaceted approach, combining profit restrictions, reinvestment requirements, and local ownership incentives, aims to make home and business ownership more accessible for Americans, fostering healthier communities and protecting national assets.
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@Kells0944 I say rent to non/dual citizens or foreign nations
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Interesting thought
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It should also be illegal for a Foreign company to own an American company, ending any loopholes that could make it possible for Foreign Countries to own American land via American companies…
This should include Historical Landmarks and National Security Assests. We need to get United States Steel back from Japan, and get the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in NYC and the Old Post Office in Washington DC back from China.
Land, renewable, and non renewable resources. Unless, they plan on sharing their net gains, any new findings in the area and their work, as well as be taxed.
This may come back to bite us in the back, but i currently am against countries having access to our water rights.
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100% agree
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This has already come to bite us it’s time to end it.
First, we may answer a simple question: What kind of country sells their land, the land of their own citizens, to any foreign entity?
Needs to be fixed. And PRONTO
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In some other countries you cannot buy land if you are an individual foreigner or a foreign entity. You can lease but you can’t own.
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I agree. We can no longer afford to be selling our land to any foreign government or entities. If businesses want to be able to do business in America on our land there needs to be Terms & Conditions in which their business is allowed to operate and where those businesses are allowed to be. They should never be anywhere near our military forces, navy forces, army forces, or any other places where delicate situations could become plausible. I do believe that people who are residents or have dual citizenship should be April on a home or business, but also again only under certain stipulations. There needs to be terms and conditions that are non-negotiable. I also agree that we should not be allowing anyone who has Ben guilty, not just accused of but caught in the ax of committing crimes and high crimes against humanity. People like George Soros, Bill Gates, and fauci. Etc, and we should definitely not have countries that have known to be our enemy and hate America. To own land here, that’s just common sense. I would think, but you know, you don’t know anymore because they’re it’s so much of that lacking in today’s age, it’s one of the biggest jokes running sadly enough. We really do need to think about getting reform in these areas and then also taking back land from anyone who is from a country that hates America and wants to try to start wars with us like China. I don’t know about Russia. I don’t really know what the situation there is with Putin and Trump. It seems like when Trump’s in power, Putin was depicted as a great Christian guy who wants to see good happen in the world, and then when we saw the Democrats takeover, its like he went into destroy mode or at least that’s what media portraits but I don’t believe that because he would have done it. The point is, we cannot allow countries, specifically, anyone from any countries that hate us to own any vast amount of land especially not in areas that are a concern to the safety of our own people and country.
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I’d also create a law to investigate these farms for chemicals they may be adding or if they have nefarious spy-minded plans. If any is true, your land is forfeit. Otherwise, there will be a buy back program.
Any US Citizen buying land for a foreign interest gets steeeeeep fines and any funds that change hands is added to the US coffers or to BLM if it still exists.
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Our country allowed China to purchase Smithfield Pork - the largest Pork producer in the United States. Smithfield owns 500 pig farms and contracts with another 2,000 pig farms across the country. They also own 50% of Butterball Turkey franchaise.
This is a gigantic National Security concern. China is in control of the contents and quality of the Turkeys Americans are serving on their Thanksgiving table. Every time an American purchases an Egg McMuffin, the profits from the canadian bacon are going back to China.
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