A Republican bill with 6 Republican cosponsors · See all 6 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "FARM Act of 2025," proposes amendments to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. It seeks to restrict certain energy credits for renewable energy production on agricultural land. Specifically, it targets solar and wind energy property placed in service by a public utility on such land. The restrictions apply to property placed in service after the date of the Act's enactment.
Yes· 3 of 4
- Scored +2
Would farmers be better off under this?
The bill may favor traditional agricultural land use by limiting the encroachment of utility-scale renewable energy projects.
- Scored +1
Does this reduce what the federal government owes?
Reducing tax credits for renewable energy could slightly reduce federal revenue losses.
- Scored +1
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?
The bill limits the use of tax expenditures for specific energy production methods.
The opposite· 3 of 8
- Scored -5
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
By limiting credits for solar and wind on agricultural land, the bill may reduce renewable energy deployment and increase carbon emissions.
- Scored -5
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?
The bill creates a disincentive for public utilities to invest in renewable energy on agricultural land.
- Scored -3
Does this raise the taxes companies pay?
The bill reduces tax advantages for public utilities investing in renewable energy on agricultural land.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Restriction of Tax Credits: The bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to ensure the energy credit does not apply to certain types of energy production on agricultural land (Section 2(a) and Section 2(b)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Denial of Solar Energy Credit: The bill would deny the energy credit for solar property equipment placed in service by a public utility on agricultural land (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Denial of Wind Energy Credit: The bill would deny the credit for electricity produced by a wind facility placed in service by a public utility on agricultural land (Section 2(b)(A)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — The bill creates a disincentive for public utilities to invest in renewable energy on agricultural land. Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — By limiting credits for solar and wind on agricultural land, the bill may reduce renewable energy deployment and increase carbon emissions. Does this invest in rural communities? — The bill could negatively impact the potential for new renewable energy revenue streams on agricultural lands.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — The bill limits the use of tax expenditures for specific energy production methods. Does this reduce what the federal government owes? — Reducing tax credits for renewable energy could slightly reduce federal revenue losses. Does this raise the taxes companies pay? — The bill reduces tax advantages for public utilities investing in renewable energy on agricultural land. Is this likely to create jobs? — By restricting renewable energy credits, the bill may reduce job creation in the solar and wind energy sectors. Is this likely to grow the economy? — Limiting investments in renewable energy may marginally slow growth in the clean energy economy.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would farmers be better off under this? — The bill may favor traditional agricultural land use by limiting the encroachment of utility-scale renewable energy projects. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill may assist rural residents by prioritizing agricultural retention over utility energy projects. Would business owners be better off under this? — The bill may negatively impact utility companies and energy developers planning projects on agricultural land. Would union members be better off under this? — The bill may reduce job opportunities in the renewable energy sector.
- 4/10/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/11/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/6/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/27/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Ben ClineRepublican · Virginia
Warren DavidsonRepublican · Ohio
Andy HarrisRepublican · Maryland
Derrick Van OrdenRepublican · Wisconsin
Roger WilliamsRepublican · Texas
Tony WiedRepublican · Wisconsin