REAP Modernization Act of 2025

Climate Benefits: The Secretary is directed to promote the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions through projects funded by the Program. (Section 2(a)(1)(D))

Expanded Eligibility: The bill adds producer cooperatives and nongovernmental organizations as eligible entities for the program. (Section 2(a)(2)(A))

Increased Financial Assistance Flexibility: The Secretary may provide financial assistance to agricultural producer cooperatives and rural electric cooperatives on a limited case-by-case basis for those that do not otherwise qualify. (Section 2(a)(2)(C)(1)(A))

Increased Matching Capability: The bill increases a specific percentage from 25 percent to 50 percent. (Section 2(a)(2)(C)(3)(A))

Simplified Applications: The Secretary is required to develop a streamlined application process for grants and financial assistance. (Section 2(a)(2)(5))

Improved Support and Education: The bill expands outreach to include technical assistance and education for entities applying for help, as well as for recipients integrating renewable energy on shared land. (Section 2(a)(2)(6))

Protection for Residential Energy Use: For projects on properties where a residence shares an energy meter with an agricultural operation, there will be no requirement regarding the specific quantity of energy that must be used by that operation. (Section 2(a)(2)(8))

Funding for New Technologies: A reserve fund is created to allow the Secretary to provide assistance for projects using underutilized renewable energy technologies. (Section 2(a)(2)(9)(5)(B))