Protecting Military Installations and Ranges Act of 2025
- Bill Number
- H.R. 2754
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Foreign Trade and International Finance
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2025-04-09: Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, Energy and Commerce, Armed Services, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Last Updated
- 2026-03-27T08:06:47Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose of the Legislation
The "Protecting Military Installations and Ranges Act of 2025" aims to safeguard U.S. national security by mandating reviews of certain foreign real estate purchases or leases near military sites. It targets transactions involving foreign individuals or entities linked to Russia, China, Iran, or North Korea, ensuring these do not pose risks to military operations or installations.
Key Provisions
- Expansion of Covered Transactions: Amends the Defense Production Act of 1950 to classify purchases, leases, or concessions of real estate as "covered transactions" if the property is within:
- 100 miles of a military installation (e.g., bases or facilities defined under U.S. law).
- 50 miles of military training routes, special use airspace managed by the Department of Defense (DoD), controlled firing areas, or military operations areas.
- Targeted Foreign Persons: Applies only to foreign persons who are owned/controlled by, act on behalf of, or receive subsidies from the governments of Russia, China, Iran, or North Korea.
- Mandatory Reviews by CFIUS: The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS—a U.S. government interagency group that reviews foreign investments for national security risks) must unilaterally initiate reviews of these transactions, whether proposed, pending, or completed after the bill's enactment.
- Congressional Notifications: CFIUS must certify to Congress on these reviews, including notifying U.S. Senators from the affected state and the House Representative from the relevant congressional district.
- Energy Project Restrictions:
- If real estate for an energy project (e.g., structures like wind turbines reviewed under aviation safety laws) is under CFIUS review, the DoD cannot complete its national security assessment until CFIUS finishes.
- If CFIUS finds a security threat and refers it to the President, the DoD must deem the project a national security risk.
- The Secretary of Transportation cannot approve such projects until CFIUS and DoD reviews are complete.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Broadens CFIUS Scope: Previously, CFIUS focused mainly on business mergers or acquisitions affecting critical infrastructure; this adds real estate deals near military areas as mandatory reviews, overriding some prior exclusions for leases or concessions.
- Mandates Action: Shifts from optional to required CFIUS initiation for these specific transactions, removing discretion.
- Integrates with Other Reviews: Links CFIUS processes to DoD and Department of Transportation (DOT) approvals for energy projects under existing laws (e.g., 10 U.S.C. § 183a for DoD assessments and 49 U.S.C. § 44718 for aviation-related structures), creating delays or blocks if security issues arise.
- Enhances Reporting: Adds targeted congressional notifications, increasing transparency for local representatives.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: Increases workload for CFIUS, DoD, and DOT, potentially delaying real estate and energy project approvals. Could lead to more interagency coordination and resource allocation for security reviews.
- On Citizens and Businesses: U.S. real estate sellers or developers near military sites may face longer transaction timelines or deal cancellations if buyers are from targeted countries. Energy projects (e.g., renewable energy installations) could be stalled, affecting local economies or infrastructure development.
- On International Relations: May strain ties with Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea by restricting their investments, signaling heightened U.S. vigilance against perceived threats. Could deter foreign investment broadly in sensitive areas without violating trade agreements.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Foreign Persons/Entities: Individuals or companies from Russia, China, Iran, or North Korea (or those subsidized by their governments) seeking U.S. real estate near military zones.
- U.S. Government Agencies: CFIUS (leads reviews), DoD (assesses military risks), DOT (handles energy/aviation approvals), and Congress (receives notifications).
- Private Sector: Real estate owners, investors, and energy developers (e.g., those building wind farms or transmission lines) near military areas, who may experience delays or prohibitions.
- Local Communities: Residents and officials near military installations, benefiting from enhanced security but potentially facing economic disruptions from blocked developments.
- Military: DoD installations and operations, gaining protection from foreign proximity risks.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: Strengthens national security under the Defense Production Act by expanding "covered transactions," but could face challenges if seen as overly broad (e.g., 100-mile radius might include non-sensitive areas). Ensures consistency with existing CFIUS processes without creating new enforcement bodies.
- Constitutional: Aligns with Congress's powers over foreign commerce and national defense (Article I, Section 8), but raises questions on property rights (Fifth Amendment) if reviews lead to uncompensated deal blocks—though the bill focuses on review, not seizure.
- Political: Reflects bipartisan concerns over foreign influence near military assets, potentially influencing U.S. policy toward adversarial nations. May prompt state-level responses or international pushback, but avoids broader trade sanctions.
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Sponsor
Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]
Cosponsors (2)
Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2], Rep. Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2]
Recent Actions
- 2025-04-09: Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, Energy and Commerce, Armed Services, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2025-04-09: Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, Energy and Commerce, Armed Services, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2025-04-09: Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, Energy and Commerce, Armed Services, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2025-04-09: Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, Energy and Commerce, Armed Services, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2025-04-09: Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, Energy and Commerce, Armed Services, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2025-04-09: Introduced in House
- 2025-04-09: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- Protecting Military Installations and Ranges Act of 2025 — issued 2025-04-09 — PDF (9 pages)