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SB 841

Relating to: farmland preservation implementation grants, maximum acres of agricultural enterprise areas, indexing the farmland preservation tax credit for inflation, and making an appropriation. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tim Carpenter and 13 co-sponsors

Wisconsin bill establishes farmland preservation grants, expands agricultural enterprise areas, and indexes preservation tax credits to inflation with state appropriation funding.

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · SB 841

Legislative bill overview

SB 841 proposes multiple agricultural support measures including establishing farmland preservation implementation grants, adjusting the maximum acreage limits for agricultural enterprise areas, indexing the farmland preservation tax credit to inflation, and allocating state funding for these programs. The bill targets Wisconsin's agricultural land conservation and farmer financial support initiatives.

Why is this important

Farmland preservation directly affects food production capacity, rural economies, and property tax burdens on farmers. Indexing tax credits to inflation ensures that agricultural incentives maintain their real value over time rather than eroding with rising costs. These measures influence land use patterns, farm viability, and Wisconsin's agricultural competitiveness.

Potential points of contention

  • State budget impact: The appropriation required for grants and indexed credits represents new spending that must be funded through taxes or budget reallocation during economically uncertain periods
  • Enterprise area acreage limits: Expanding or adjusting maximum acreage thresholds could affect which farms qualify for benefits, potentially favoring larger operations over smaller family farms or vice versa depending on specific changes
  • Tax credit indexing mechanics: Automatic inflation adjustments may increase long-term state fiscal obligations unpredictably, raising concerns about budgetary control and fairness compared to other programs without automatic escalation

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

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