HB2745 - 104th General Assembly

NITROGEN REDUCTION INCENTIVE
Last Action
3/21/2025 - House: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
House Sponsors
Rep. Jay Hoffman
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
New Act
Synopsis As Introduced
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.
Actions
Date Chamber Action
2/05/2025 House Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Jay Hoffman
2/06/2025 House First Reading
2/06/2025 House Referred to Rules Committee
3/04/2025 House Assigned to Energy & Environment Committee
3/21/2025 House Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee