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HB5506Introduced in the House

INC TX-BEGINNING FARMER

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Introduced by Sonya Harper, District 6

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act. Creates an income tax credit for an owner of an agricultural asset that sells or rents that agricultural asset to a beginning farmer. Sets forth the amount of the credit. Creates an income tax credit for a beginning farmer who participates in a financial management program approved by the Department of Agriculture. Effective immediately.

Where it stands

Referred to Rules Committee

February 13, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

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Bill history

  1. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Sonya M. Harper

  2. First Reading

  3. Referred to Rules Committee

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