Illinois HJR0055 urges prioritizing renewable energy and infrastructure projects on non-agricultural lands to protect farmland.
Illinois HJR0055 affirms that farmland protection is essential for the state's economy, food security, and rural heritage. It urges state agencies, local governments, and developers to prioritize renewable-energy and infrastructure projects on non-agricultural lands to minimize impacts on prime farmland and farmland of statewide importance. The resolution supports renewable-energy siting practices that protect soil health, drainage infrastructure, and long-term agricultural productivity.
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