2009 House Bill 5086

Authorize more agriculture processing renaissance zones

Introduced in the House

June 11, 2009

Introduced by Rep. Mike Simpson (D-65)

To allow for the designation of 40 renaissance zones for agricultural processing facilities, rather than 30 as under current law. "Qualified agricultural processors" who locate in a zone are exempt from state and local taxes for up to 15 years.

Referred to the Committee on Agriculture

June 17, 2009

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

June 25, 2009

Amendment offered by Rep. Jeff Mayes (D-96)

To also allow counties to authorize renaissance zones.

The amendment failed by voice vote

Passed in the House 106 to 2 (details)

Received in the Senate

July 15, 2009

Referred to the Committee on Agriculture and Bioeconomy

Aug. 26, 2009

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.