20 ILCS 660/5: Statement of findings.

The General Assembly finds that:

(a) Illinois' rural economy suffers from serious stagnation which poses a real threat to farm families.

(b) Illinois has continued to suffer increased out-migration from rural communities and its farms.

(c) Farmers' incomes are not keeping pace with expenses.

(d) Farmers have a serious debt problem.

(e) Some farm families will continue to suffer financially.

(f) There is a need to work with the entire farm family to assess their needs.