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Limiting USDA Funding for Solar Farms on Farmland

This act aims to protect farmland by restricting federal funding for solar energy projects that convert these lands. Citizens may experience impacts on farmland availability, solar energy development, and local land use planning.
Key points
USDA will not fund solar projects that convert covered farmland, with exceptions for very small installations (up to 5 acres or 1 acre).
Projects qualifying for an exception must receive local government approval and submit a plan for soil protection and restoration after the solar farm's operation.
Individuals failing to comply with the soil protection and remediation plan will be required to repay the financial assistance received.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7923
Sponsor: Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12]
Process start date: 2024-04-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SOLAR Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7923.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • USDA will not fund solar projects that convert covered farmland, with exceptions for very small installations (up to 5 acres or 1 acre).
  • Projects qualifying for an exception must receive local government approval and submit a plan for soil protection and restoration after the solar farm's operation.
  • Individuals failing to comply with the soil protection and remediation plan will be required to repay the financial assistance received.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Agriculture Environment Public Investments