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HB 2745 Illinois House · 104th Regular Session

NITROGEN REDUCTION INCENTIVE

Summary
Creates the Nitrogen Reduction Program Act. Provides that, subject to appropriation, the Department of Agriculture shall, in consultation with the Department of Natural Resources and soil and water conservation districts in the State, develop a nitrogen reduction incentive program by January 1, 2026 for the purpose of addressing water quality issues. Provides that the program will include a per-acre payment rate of not less than $5 per acre. Provides that crop management records collected from farmers shall be considered confidential. Makes findings. Defines terms. Effective immediately.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates appropriations for nitrogen reduction program with $5/acre payments, directly funding environmental initiative through state budget allocation.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates nitrogen reduction program with $5/acre incentives to address water quality pollution, directly advancing environmental protection through pollution control and conservation funding.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
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Governor
Introduced Feb 5, 2025 Last action Mar 21, 2025
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Mar 21, 2025
Committee
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Mar 4, 2025
Committee
Assigned to Energy & Environment Committee
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Feb 6, 2025
Committee
Referred to Rules Committee
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Jay Hoffman
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