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Federal Land Soil Health Study: Impact on Environment and Communities.

This act mandates a study on the health of soil on federal lands across the U.S. The goal is to understand how factors like grazing, wildfires, and recreation affect soil health, potentially leading to improved natural resource management and a better environment for citizens.
Key points
Requires a study on the state of soil health on federal lands to better understand its condition.
Defines parameters for measuring soil health, including carbon sequestration and ecosystem support.
Creation of a database detailing the impact of various activities (e.g., grazing, recreation) on soil.
Potential future legislative or regulatory changes based on study findings, affecting federal land use.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5971
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2023-10-25