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PA HB1741
Bill
Status
7/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Natalie Mihalek
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AI Summary
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Amends The Fiscal Code to explicitly include cover crops as a "best management practice" (BMP) under Pennsylvania's Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program
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Defines "cover crop" as crops grown primarily for erosion control, weed suppression, reducing soil compaction, increasing soil moisture and nutrients, improving yields, attracting pollinators, or providing wildlife habitat—including grasses, small grains, and legumes
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Requires each conservation district to award at least 15% of its apportioned funding to cover crop projects
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Allows conservation districts to reallocate the 15% set-aside to other BMPs if insufficient cover crop project applications are received
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
In Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program, further providing for definitions and for powers, duties and administration.
Last Action
Laid on the table
11/17/2025