Texas SB 17, in the order a closer needs it.
Effective September 1, 2025, Texas restricts acquisition of real property interests by certain foreign governments, entities, and individuals. The Attorney General’s Chapter 67 rules describe due diligence and complaint duties for facilitating entities.
The statute lives in Texas Property Code chapter 5, subchapter H. Designated countries start with China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, plus any country in the DNI Annual Threat Assessment lookback or designated by the Governor.
Who is restricted
A government of a designated country. An individual domiciled there who is not a US citizen or lawful permanent resident. An entity headquartered there, or owned or controlled by a prohibited person. Certain agents and ruling-party members. Confirm the current text before you close.
Who is outside the subchapter
US citizens and lawful permanent residents. Entities owned and controlled only by those individuals. Leaseholds shorter than one year. Interests acquired before September 1, 2025, as to the original acquisition.
Homestead
The statute describes a residence-homestead path for an individual who is lawfully present in the United States. The exact scope should be confirmed against the enrolled text and any adopted rules. ParcelClear returns HOLD on that path so a reviewer checks the documents.
After diligence
If facts indicate a prohibited acquisition, the facilitating entity’s complaint duty may be triggered. ParcelClear can assemble a packet. It does not file the complaint.