WHO:  

Committee of 100, APA Justice, and a panel of legal and public policy experts, including:   

– Edgar Chen, Special Policy Advisor, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA)   

– Ashley Gorski, Senior Staff Attorney, American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)   

– Cindy Tsai, Interim President and General Counsel, Committee of 100  

– Gene Wu, Texas State Representative   

– Dr. Jeremy Wu, Founder and Co-Organizer, APA Justice   

WHAT:   

This event will explore the resurgence of historically discriminatory “alien land laws” and their impact on property rights, national security, and civil liberties. Panelists will discuss the renewed use of these laws to prevent foreign ownership of property, particularly by AAPI communities, and their implications for vulnerable populations.  

The webinar is titled “From Past Prejudice to Present Policy: The Impact of Land Ownership Exclusion Laws on Diverse Communities.” 

WHEN: 

Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time 

WHERE: 

Online (Register for access here). 

WHY: 

The reintroduction of “alien land laws” in state legislatures poses a significant threat to civil rights, reframing discriminatory policies as national security safeguards. This webinar will explore whether these laws are truly addressing security concerns or merely a pretext for exclusionary practices. It is essential for policymakers, legal professionals, journalists, and concerned citizens to understand the legal and societal implications of these bills. 

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: 

– Visit Committee of 100’s interactive map to track current land ownership exclusion bills. 

– Check APA Justice’s Alien Land Bills webpage for updates on lawsuits and legal developments.