2023 House Bill 4283

Property: land sales; prohibition for foreign entity to purchase farmland in Michigan; provide for.

A bill to amend 1846 RS 66, entitled “Of estates in dower, by the curtesy, and general provisions concerning real estate,” by amending the title and sections 35 and 36 (MCL 554.135 and 554.136) and by adding section 36a.

AI Analysis – Experimental

Imposes restrictions on foreign persons acquiring additional agricultural land in Michigan from the bill's effective date. Exceptions are made for land acquired through various legal means, provided it is disposed of within two years. Foreign persons owning agricultural land as of the effective date are required to register it with the secretary of state within 60 days, including detailed ownership information.

Introduced in the House

March 14, 2023

Introduced by Rep. Gina Johnsen (R-78)

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations