John Hoeven actually said...

"We hope it becomes law--restricting China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea from purchasing land, but also requiring the Ag Secretary to report on foreign takeover of U.S. businesses."

"That raised serious national security concerns, defense concerns, because that base is a leading base when it comes to ISR, satellite, and actually now working with hypersonic development."

"I am really asking you about are we getting a grip on these companies, these ag companies that are being purchased, as well as the farmland itself."

"I am really pleased to cosponsor that legislation with you, Senator Smith, and I thank you for taking this initiative."