Governor Greg Abbott previously signaled support for Senate Bill 17 on security grounds. Opponents warn the bill would encourage widespread anti-Asian discrimination.

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/politics/immigration/2025/06/20/524557/gov-abbott-expected-to-sign-bill-blocking-land-sales-to-people-connected-with-four-foreign-governments/

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A bill that would restrict Texas land sales to people connected with the governments of China, Iran, North Korea and Russia is heading for Gov. Greg Abbott's desk. If he signs the measure into law, it could lead to a swift legal challenge.

https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/housing/2025/05/30/522721/bill-restricting-texas-land-sales-to-foreign-residents-approaches-finish-line/

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