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HJR0055 - 104th General Assembly
FARMLAND-DEVELOPMENT
Last Action
Synopsis As Introduced
States that it is of vital importance to protect Illinois farmland from irreversible conversion and fragmentation due to solar, industrial, and other large-scale developments. Affirms that farmland protection is consistent with and complementary to the goals of the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act and should be considered in clean-energy planning and implementation. Urges State agencies, local governments, and developers to prioritize renewable-energy and infrastructure projects on non-agricultural lands whenever practicable and to minimize impacts on prime farmland and farmland of statewide importance. Supports renewable-energy siting practices that protect soil health, drainage infrastructure, and long-term agricultural productivity, including appropriate decommissioning and land-restoration standards. Encourages transparent decision-making and meaningful community engagement to ensure that agricultural landowners and rural communities are protected from unintended long-term harm.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2/17/2026 | House | Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Sonya M. Harper |
| 2/19/2026 | House | Referred to Rules Committee |
| 4/27/2026 | House | Assigned to Agriculture & Conservation Committee |
| 5/07/2026 | House | Recommends Be Adopted Agriculture & Conservation Committee; 006-003-000 |
| 5/07/2026 | House | Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions |
| 5/28/2026 | House | Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Sharon Chung |
| 5/28/2026 | House | Resolution Adopted |