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This bill creates the Kansas Land and Military Installation Protection Act, which establishes significant restrictions on foreign principals from certain countries of concern (including China, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, and Venezuela) regarding land ownership and economic development benefits. Specifically, the bill prohibits foreign principals from acquiring real property within 100 miles of military installations, requires registration of any existing land holdings, and mandates divestment if registration requirements are not met. Additionally, the bill prevents state agencies from purchasing drones or drone components from foreign principals or countries of concern, with limited exceptions for critical security needs. Foreign principals are also barred from receiving any economic development program benefits. The bill requires the Attorney General to investigate potential violations, report on non-notified transactions, and submit annual reports to various state entities. Kansas State University is tasked with preparing an annual report on foreign land holdings in the state. The legislation aims to protect state and national security by limiting foreign investment and technological access in sensitive areas, with the law set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

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Commerce, Labor and Economic Development (House)

https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/sb9/