(1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, the provisions of sections 76-3703, 76-3706, and 76-3707 shall not apply to the real estate necessary for the construction and operation of railroads, public utilities, and common carriers.
(2) Subsection (1) of this section shall not apply to a restricted entity or an agent, trustee, or fiduciary thereof. A restricted entity that violates subsection (1) of this section shall be in violation of the Foreign-owned Real Estate National Security Act and subject to divestment as prescribed under section 76-3712.