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The Breaks & Loans Bill
Alabama bill helps new farmers with tax breaks and loans
Beginning Farmer and Succession Continuity Act established; income tax credit, fund, and loan guarantee program created.
Good for everyday people ·
This bill would help new farmers in Alabama get money and loans, making it easier for them to start and keep their farms.
Our take
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This bill would help new farmers get started or take over family farms in Alabama. It would give them tax breaks and help them get loans. This could mean more fresh, local food for everyone and keep farming alive in the state. Some might worry about the cost to the state budget, but supporters say it is an important investment in Alabama's future.
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The facts
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- The bill would create the Beginning Farmer and Succession Continuity Act.
- It would set up an income tax credit for farmers.
- It would create a special fund to help farmers.
- It would start a loan guarantee program for farmers.
- The bill is currently in the House Committee on Ways and Means General Fund.
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