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Senate approves ban on foreign purchases near military bases; critics warn of constitutional risk
Summary
Senators passed SB1082, a measure prohibiting land acquisitions by foreign principals from designated countries near Arizona military installations. Supporters cited national security and Luke Air Force Base; opponents raised equal-protection and federal preemption concerns.
The Arizona Senate approved SB1082 on final reading June 27, a bill that prohibits ‘‘foreign principals’’ from purchasing, owning or acquiring a substantial interest in real property in the state if they are from specified designated countries and the property is near military installations.
Supporters argued the measure protects state and national security, citing Luke…
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