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HB 4049

$IL SOIL WATER INVESTMENT ACT

104th Regular Session Introduced by Jason Bunting and 1 co-sponsor

Illinois proposes establishing soil and water conservation investment programs, though specific funding amounts and implementation details require committee review and full bill text analysis.

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Bill Summary · HB 4049

Legislative bill overview

HB 4049, the Illinois Soil Water Investment Act, appears designed to establish funding mechanisms and programs for soil and water conservation initiatives across Illinois. The bill was recently introduced and referred to the Rules Committee for consideration, with bipartisan sponsorship from Representatives Tony McCombie and Jason Bunting.

Why is this important

Soil and water quality directly affect agricultural productivity, drinking water safety, and environmental health—issues that impact both rural and urban Illinois residents. Investment in conservation infrastructure can reduce erosion, improve water quality, and potentially lower long-term costs associated with water treatment and flood management while supporting sustainable farming practices.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source and costs: The bill's actual appropriations amount and revenue sources are not detailed in available records, making it unclear whether it requires new taxes, redirects existing funds, or relies on federal grants
  • Agricultural vs. environmental priorities: Stakeholders may disagree on whether programs should prioritize farmer-friendly conservation incentives or stricter environmental regulations
  • Implementation and oversight: Questions about which state agencies administer programs, accountability measures, and effectiveness metrics remain unanswered without seeing full bill text

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

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