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SB 1186 — Agritourism
by Senator Albritton
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Prepared by: Agriculture Committee (AG)
The bill revises the Legislature’s intent regarding agritourism and how associated activity affects the assessment of property classified as agricultural.
The bill removes the requirement that agritourism be a secondary stream of revenue for a bona fide agricultural operation. Additionally, it clarifies that an agricultural land classification may not be denied or revoked solely due to the conduct of agritourism on a bona fide farm or due to the construction, alteration, or maintenance of a nonresidential farm building, structure, or facility on a bona fide farm which is used to conduct agritourism activities. However, the buildings, structures, or facilities must be an integral part of the agricultural operation.
If approved by the Governor, these provisions take effect July 1, 2022.
Vote: Senate 38-0; House 114-0