HB242

In tax credits relating to beginning farmers, further providing for scope of article, for definitions, for beginning farmer management tax credit and for approval of tax credit.

Chamber Passed·6/2/25

Pennsylvania HB242 amends tax credits for beginning farmers, clarifying definitions, approval process, and tax credit usage.

Pennsylvania HB242 amends the Tax Reform Code of 1971 to revise tax credits for beginning farmers. It specifies that the tax credit applies to owners of agricultural assets selling or renting to beginning farmers. The bill defines "department" as the Department of Agriculture and "lease" as a written agreement for farming property. It mandates that tax credits be approved and certified by the department. The bill also outlines the process for applying for tax credit approval, including documentation requirements.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 200–3 · Jun 2, 2025
Current
Finance Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

37 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 24, 2025

10:00 AM

Finance (h) Hearing

Apr 22, 2025

12:00 AM

Finance (h) Hearing

History

Jun 6, 2025

Senate

Referred to Finance

Jun 2, 2025

House

Re-reported as committed

Jun 2, 2025

House

Third consideration and final passage (200-3)