Commission keeps beginning-farmer management credit, asks LBO to study eligibility and access

Sep 23, 2026

The commission voted to continue the Beginning Farmer Management credit, noting concerns about eligibility, quick exhaustion of funds, and whether the credit reaches intended beneficiaries; the LBO will evaluate family eligibility and utilization patterns.

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The Tax Expenditure Review Commission on Sept. 23 voted to continue the Beginning Farmer Management credit and directed the Legislative Budget Office to proceed with a full evaluation. LBO staff reported an estimated FY2027 fiscal impact of roughly $500,000 and utilization figures for tax year 2023.

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