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SB3227 - 104th General Assembly

NITROGEN REDUCTION INCENTIVE
Last Action
2/10/2026 - Senate: Assigned to Appropriations
Senate Sponsors
Sen. Doris Turner and Rachel Ventura
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, 2027 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
2/02/2026 Senate Filed with Secretary by Sen. Doris Turner
2/02/2026 Senate First Reading
2/02/2026 Senate Referred to Assignments
2/10/2026 Senate Assigned to Appropriations
3/13/2026 Senate Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026
3/23/2026 Senate Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura