Helianthus annuus or any variety of Helianthus annuus is not considered an agricultural crop
HB 3087 clarifies that sunflowers (Helianthus annuus and all varieties) are not classified as agricultural crops under state law. This definition affects farmers, landowners, and regulators who may have previously treated sunflowers under agricultural regulations. The bill changes how sunflowers are categorized for legal and regulatory purposes, but does not alter farming practices or tax treatment. As a procedural classification bill, it has no direct policy impact beyond this specific definition.
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in committee
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Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 22, 2026
Last action May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Jan 22, 2026
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Dane Diehl
RRepublican
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