Legislation & Regulation 

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7 FARM BILLS

ADVOCATED FOR

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96 COMMENTS

FILED WITH GOVERNMENT

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43 GRASSROOTS

MESSAGING PROGRAM UTILIZED (SINCE 2010)

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2996 FARMERS

SUBSCRIBED TO MESSAGE PROGRAM

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National Corn Growers Association

NCGA represents 36,000 dues-paying members and advocates for over 300,000 U.S. corn farmers through checkoff programs, working with affiliates in 27 states to advance grower interests.

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FARMDOC

Their mission is to provide U.S. Corn Belt crop and livestock producers with constant access to integrated information and expertise to better manage their farm businesses.

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DCLRS

DCLRS is a bipartisan lobbying and government relations firm representing a diverse group of clients before Congress and federal regulatory agencies.

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Your Voice in Springfield and D.C.

While you focus on your farm, IL Corn ensures your interests are represented at the decision-making tables in Springfield and Washington, D.C. From influencing critical policies to advocating for agriculture’s future, we work tirelessly to make your voice heard. Stay informed with the latest legislative and regulatory updates right here.

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NEWS

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House of Representatives Pass Farm Bill 2.0

By Lyndi Allen • April 30, 2026
Farm Bill 2.0 was passed by the House of Representatives with a vote of 224-200 (H.R. 7576). This is the first step for the Farm Bill package since its last enactment in 2018
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UPDATED E15: Missing Progress in Pursuit of Perfection

By Lindsay Croke & Lyndi Allen • April 27, 2026
IL Corn Growers Association, National Corn Growers Association, and your farmer leaders have engaged in an overwhelming amount of E15 negotiations, conversations, and education.
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What's Next for Farm Bill and E15?

By Lyndi Allen • April 23, 2026
The House of Representatives are schedule to vote on the Farm Bill 2.0 next week. IL Corn is reviewing and monitoring over 300 amendments that were submitted that cover a wide range of topics.
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Mission: Through grassroots advocacy, create a future for Illinois farmers in which they can operate freely, responsibly, and successfully.