Tax Relief for Rural and Agricultural Property Loans
This act aims to improve access to credit for rural residents and farmers. By excluding interest received on certain rural and agricultural real estate loans from gross income, the cost of borrowing may decrease, potentially leading to lower loan payments for individuals purchasing or improving rural homes, as well as for farmers and fishing businesses.
Key points
Banks and other financial institutions will not pay tax on interest from loans secured by rural, agricultural, or forestland real estate, and aquaculture facilities.
The exclusion also applies to loans for purchasing or improving single-family residences in rural areas, up to $750,000.
The goal is to reduce borrowing costs for rural residents and farmers, potentially facilitating investments and improving living conditions.
The act does not cover loans to entities from foreign adversary countries like China, Russia, or Iran.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1822
Sponsor: Rep. Feenstra, Randy [R-IA-4]
Process start date: 2025-03-04