Protecting America’s Agricultural Land from Foreign Harm Act of 2025
In Committee
Introduced:Sep 2, 2025
Primary Sponsor
Dale Strong
Representative
Republican
AL-5
Cosponsors
2
Quick Stats
Policy Area
International Affairs
Summary
This bill would require certain nonprofit organizations that seek to influence U.S. public policy or opinion to publicly disclose any large donations or contracts they receive from foreign governments, entities, or individuals. The goal is to increase transparency around the foreign funding of these groups.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
AI Summary
Plain-English explanation of this bill
This bill would require certain nonprofit organizations that seek to influence U.S. public policy or opinion to publicly disclose any large donations or contracts they receive from foreign governments, entities, or individuals. The goal is to increase transparency around the foreign funding of these groups.
Last updated: 12/30/2025
Official Summary
Congressional Research Service summary
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Think Tank Transparency Act</b> </p> <p class="MsoNormal">This bill requires certain nonprofit organizations to file a disclosure report with the Department of Justice (DOJ) after (1) receiving a gift, donation, or contribution of $10,000 or more in a calendar year from foreign governments, entities, or individuals; or (2) entering into or modifying a contract or agreement with such foreign sources. These disclosure reports shall be available to the public on the DOJ website.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Generally, these requirements shall apply to certain nonprofit organizations that (1) seek to influence U.S. public policy or public opinion; (2) engage in or publish substantial policy-related research or scholarship; or (3) regularly promote events featuring reporters, journalists, or government officials.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Furthermore, if such a nonprofit organization presents research (e.g., briefings or testimony) that was funded by a foreign source to Members of Congress, congressional employees, or executive branch officials, that foreign source must be prominently identified on any presented written materials.<br> <br> The bill permits the DOJ to bring a civil action against an organization to compel compliance. </p>
Key Points
Main provisions of the bill
Nonprofit organizations must report foreign donations of $10,000 or more and foreign contracts to the Department of Justice.
The disclosure reports will be made publicly available on the DOJ website.
The bill applies to nonprofits that try to shape U.S. public policy or opinion, conduct substantial policy research, or regularly feature government officials or journalists.
If a nonprofit's research is funded by a foreign source, that funding source must be prominently disclosed.
How This Impacts Americans
Potential effects on citizens and communities
This bill would affect nonprofit think tanks, advocacy groups, and research organizations that receive significant funding from foreign sources. It aims to shed light on how these groups may be influenced by outside interests when trying to shape public opinion and policy in the U.S. The increased transparency could impact the credibility and influence of these organizations.
Policy Areas
Primary Policy Area
International Affairs
Scope & Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction Level
federal
Congressional Session
119th Congress
Citation Reference
1438, 119th Congress (2025). "Protecting America’s Agricultural Land from Foreign Harm Act of 2025". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-1438
