What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 1251.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-20.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s1251/BILLS-117s1251es.htm

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: https://www.senate.gov/legislative/LIS/roll_call_votes/vote1171/vote_117_1_00251.xml

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 92 - 8. Record Vote Number: 251. (text: CR S4740-4743)

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 1251

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Support for Farmers and Foresters in Carbon Credit Trading

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Establishment of a certification program for experts assisting farmers and foresters in entering the carbon credit market. Ensuring that certified advisors act fairly and help secure equitable profits from credit trading. Regular audits and the possibility of revoking certification for entities that do not comply with the rules. Confidentiality of personal data of farmers and foresters participating in the program.

This act aims to facilitate the participation of farmers, ranchers, and private forest landowners in voluntary environmental credit markets, which reward actions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions or sequester carbon. It establishes a certification program for technical assistance providers and verifiers to ensure fairness and transparency in these transactions. This allows citizens to gain new income streams while contributing to environmental protection.

Key points

Establishment of a certification program for experts assisting farmers and foresters in entering the carbon credit market.

Ensuring that certified advisors act fairly and help secure equitable profits from credit trading.

Regular audits and the possibility of revoking certification for entities that do not comply with the rules.

Confidentiality of personal data of farmers and foresters participating in the program.

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VOTING RESULTS

2021-06-24

For 92

Against 8

Abstain 0

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Additional Information

Growing Climate Solutions Act of 2021

Print number: S 1251

Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]

Process start date: 2021-04-20

Voting date: 2021-06-24

Meeting no: 1

Voting no: 251

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