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HB 4922·IL·house

EMERGING FARMER GRANT PROGRAM

Passed One ChamberFiled Feb 3, 2026
Sponsor: Sonya M. Harper
Latest Action

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

May 22, 2026

Summary

The bill establishes the Emerging and Socially Disadvantaged Farmers Infrastructure and Market Access Grant Program, administered by the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. It provides competitive grants to eligible Illinois farmers and farm‑based nonprofits to improve production, resilience, and market connections, especially in food deserts and underserved areas. The program targets farmers who face barriers due to gender, race, age, disability, veteran status, LGBTQIA+ identity, urban location, or other disadvantaged circumstances.

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