Relates to unlawful dealing in real property, when a person uses material governmental information, which such person knows or has reason to know is non-public, to purchase or sell real property; makes such offense a class A misdemeanor.

This bill makes it illegal for someone to buy or sell real estate using secret government information that they know is not public. If someone does this, they could be charged with a class A misdemeanor, which is a serious offense. The goal is to prevent unfair advantages in real estate transactions.

Supporters of the bill argue that it promotes fairness and integrity in the real estate market by closing loopholes that allow individuals to exploit confidential government information. They believe this legislation will protect the interests of the public and ensure that all real estate transactions are conducted transparently.

Critics contend that the bill could create unnecessary restrictions on real estate transactions and may hinder legitimate business activities. They argue that the definitions of 'material governmental information' could be too broad, leading to potential misuse of the law against honest real estate professionals.