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SB 309

AGRICULTURE-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Don Harmon

Illinois SB 309 advances agriculture-technology initiatives through the state senate with unanimous committee approval, progressing toward final passage.

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Bill Summary · SB 309

Legislative bill overview

SB 309 is an Illinois bill sponsored by Don Harmon that addresses agriculture-technology initiatives. Based on the legislative timeline, the bill has passed committee review with unanimous approval (11-0-0) and is progressing through standard senate procedures toward a third reading vote.

Why is this important

Agriculture-technology modernization can affect Illinois's competitiveness in farming innovation, rural economic development, and the state's agricultural sector productivity. The bill's progression suggests bipartisan or consensus support for the underlying policy direction.

Potential points of contention

  • Specific funding mechanisms or budget allocations for ag-tech programs remain unclear from available legislative actions
  • Whether the bill mandates participation versus offers voluntary incentives to farmers and agricultural businesses
  • How the bill balances support for large-scale commercial operations versus small/family farms

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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