RELATING TO AGRICULTURE.

The effective date was changed from July 1, 3000 to July 1, 2050, correcting a likely clerical error to set a realistic implementation date.

The definition of 'supplies' was updated to include 'necessary' and explicitly list examples such as chemicals, feed, fertilizer, fuel, seeds, and equipment parts.

A new definition for 'necessary supplies' was added to clarify that these are inputs determined by the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity.

The list of reimbursable items was adjusted to ensure only necessary supplies for agricultural producers are eligible for cost reimbursement.

The sunset provision was removed, changing the program's end date from June 30, 2029, to July 1, 3000, making the program permanent.

The title and text were updated to remove the word 'pilot,' reflecting the change from a temporary experiment to a permanent program.

The specific dollar amounts for the program's annual budget and the administrative position were redacted, indicating they were changed from the original draft.

The gross receipts threshold for eligibility was redacted, meaning the income limit for qualifying farmers was altered from the original $2,500 figure.

The Act was changed from a permanent measure to a pilot program that automatically expires on June 30, 2029.

New definitions were added for 'necessary supplies' (including chemicals, feed, fuel, etc.) and 'honey' to clarify what items are covered.

Eligibility criteria were refined to require proof of commercial intent for start-ups and small-scale farmers, and the gross receipts threshold was set at $2,500.

A total annual reimbursement cap of $2,000,000 was established, with an initial appropriation of $1,000,000 for fiscal year 2026-2027.

The annual reporting requirement was expanded to include recommendations for future legislation based on the pilot's results.