Defending American Property Abroad Act of 2026

Floor Speech

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Mr. MOORE of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, what we have seen happen to Alabama's own Vulcan Materials Company should concern every Member of this body.

A foreign government shut down an American company's operations, moved to seize its property, and ignored the rule of law. If it can happen to one American company, it can happen to any of them.

We must protect American jobs and American investments and stand on the principles that the United States will stand for its people and its companies wherever they operate.

The Government of Mexico's actions, shutting down operations, expropriating a deepwater port and quarry, and hiding behind environmental designations set a dangerous precedent that weakens trade relationships and threatens our national security.

The Defending American Property Abroad Act of 2026 makes it clear. If you target American businesses, there will be consequences.

It strengthens our trade enforcement rules, expands section 301 authority, and allows the United States to take real action against those who seize or interfere with American property.

We will not allow foreign governments to benefit from the access of our markets while violating the rights of American companies.

I urge my colleagues to stand with the American workers, stand with the rule of law, and support this bill.

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