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Support for Native American Tribes and Alaska Natives in Biochar Production

This act aims to support Native American tribes and Alaska Native corporations in developing and commercializing biochar. This will create new jobs, improve forest and rangeland health, and reduce wildfire risks, positively impacting the safety and development of local communities.
Key points
Demonstration Projects: The government will enter into agreements with tribes for biochar projects, utilizing feedstock from federal lands.
Community Benefits: Projects are designed to create jobs, foster economic development, and improve forest health and water quality.
Wildfire Prevention: Initiatives will focus on areas at high risk of wildfires, using excess biomass as raw material for biochar production.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4504
Sponsor: Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1]
Process start date: 2021-07-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Tribal Biochar Promotion Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4504.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Demonstration Projects: The government will enter into agreements with tribes for biochar projects, utilizing feedstock from federal lands.
  • Community Benefits: Projects are designed to create jobs, foster economic development, and improve forest health and water quality.
  • Wildfire Prevention: Initiatives will focus on areas at high risk of wildfires, using excess biomass as raw material for biochar production.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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