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LC 4051

Generally revise laws related to agriculture

2025 Regular Session

Broadly revamps state agricultural laws, potentially reshaping farming regulation and taxes; the bill died in process and has no current action unless reintroduced.

(LC) Draft Died in Process
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Bill Summary · LC 4051

Summary of LC 4051 — Generally revise laws related to agriculture

Overview

LC 4051 is a draft bill titled “Generally revise laws related to agriculture.” The bill aims to undertake a broad modernization or reorganization of the state’s agricultural statutes, potentially touching on areas such as livestock, farm operations, and agricultural taxation. The bill was introduced on December 15, 2024, but as of May 22, 2025, the draft is recorded as “Died in Process.” Earlier actions show the draft was placed on hold in February 2025.

Purpose and scope

  • The stated purpose is to generally revise laws related to agriculture.
  • Based on the subject classification, the bill could address topics within:
    • Agriculture and livestock regulation
    • Taxation related to agriculture/livestock
    • Administrative and regulatory processes governing farming activities
  • Specific provisions (e.g., particular tax changes, licensing requirements, environmental or animal-care standards) are not provided in the available information. The full text would be needed to detail exact changes.

Key provisions (text not provided)

  • A general revision bill typically seeks to consolidate or reorganize existing statutes, update terminology, modernize regulatory frameworks, and harmonize provisions across related areas (e.g., livestock, taxation, land use).
  • Without the bill text, we cannot enumerate precise new rules, exemptions, funding mechanisms, or enforcement changes.

Potential impact (high-level)

  • Regulatory framework: Could alter how agricultural activities are regulated, licensed, or inspected.
  • Taxation: May modify tax treatment for agricultural operations, livestock owners, or agribusinesses, potentially affecting compliance requirements and revenue.
  • Stakeholders: Farmers, ranchers, agricultural producers, agribusiness firms, livestock operators, and related service providers; state and local agencies responsible for administering agricultural statutes; tax authorities.
  • Compliance and administration: Possible changes in reporting, permitting, or recordkeeping requirements; potential effects on budgeting and fiscal notes if enacted.

Procedural history and status

  • 2024-12-15: Drafter Assigned
  • 2025-02-11: Draft On Hold (noted twice)
  • 2025-05-22: Draft Died in Process
  • Status: Died in Process (no further action expected unless reintroduced)

Next steps for readers

  • Obtain the full bill text and fiscal analysis to identify exact provisions and fiscal impact.
  • Monitor legislative tracking for any reintroduction or amendments to LC 4051.
  • If you’re affected by agricultural tax or regulatory changes, consider noting potential impacts and preparing to engage with sponsors or committee members if a similar measure is reintroduced.

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

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