Texas bill would prevent people who live in certain countries deemed security threats from purchasing land

AUSTIN (KXAN) – On Thursday, the Senate Committee on State Affairs discussed Senate Bill 17, which could preclude residents of certain countries from purchasing real estate in Texas.If passed, SB 17 could block people from countries considered National security threats – like China, Iran, North Korea and Russia – from purchasing agricultural, residential and commercial properties. Residents of these counties who are also lawful United States citizens would still be able to buy