H.R. 10135 aims to prevent the government from using eminent domain to take agricultural land from farmers and landowners. Eminent domain is the power of the government to seize private property for public use, but this bill seeks to protect agricultural land from such actions, potentially preserving farmland for farming and agricultural purposes.
H.R. 10135 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Glenn Thompson (Republican) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Agriculture and Food policy area, one of 113 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Glenn Thompson is the sponsor of 15 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 10135 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10135 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Agriculture and Food is 2/10.
Supporters of H.R. 10135 argue that it is essential for protecting farmers' rights and preserving agricultural land, which is vital for food production and local economies. Media coverage has highlighted the bill as a necessary step to ensure that farmers can maintain their livelihoods without fear of government intervention.
Critics of H.R. 10135 express concerns that the bill could hinder infrastructure development and public projects that require land acquisition. Some media outlets have pointed out that while protecting agricultural land is important, the bill may limit the government's ability to address broader community needs and could lead to conflicts over land use.
The analysis of H.R. 10135, which aims to prohibit the exercise of eminent domain over agricultural land, reveals no direct industry overlaps with the sponsor Glenn Thompson's top donor industries. Thompson's significant contributions come from the Health Professionals sector, totaling $720 million, and the Retired sector, amounting to $225 million. Since neither of these industries is directly related to agricultural land or eminent domain issues, the risk of a conflict of interest appears minimal. Voters should be aware that while the financial backing is substantial, it does not seem to influence the legislative agenda concerning agricultural land rights in this instance.
Top industries funding Glenn Thompson, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 10135 do?
H.R. 10135 aims to prevent the government from using eminent domain to take agricultural land from farmers and landowners. Eminent domain is the power of the government to seize private property for public use, but this bill seeks to protect agricultural land from such actions, potentially preserving farmland for farming and agricultural purposes.
Has H.R. 10135 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 10135 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 10135 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10135 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Agriculture and Food is 2/10. This score reflects overlap between the sponsor’s campaign funding, lobbying activity, and the industries the bill affects. It is a transparency indicator, not an accusation.
What is the status of H.R. 10135?
H.R. 10135 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on August 31, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 10135?
H.R. 10135 was sponsored by Glenn Thompson (Republican).
