Voluntary Agricultural Land Repurposing Act of 2023

S 2166 creates a federal grant program to help states and tribes fund voluntary programs that transition irrigated farmland to new uses, primarily to reduce water consumption. It requires projects to last at least 10 years, reduce groundwater or surface water use, and provide additional benefits like habitat restoration, drought-resilient farming, or community recreation areas. The bill authorizes $250 million (2024-2028) for competitive grants, with priority for projects benefiting disadvantaged communities or developed through collaborative planning. States and tribes apply for funding to support basin-scale programs where farmers voluntarily repurpose land, while tracking water savings and environmental outcomes annually.