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Coordinating Federal Research on Soil Carbon Storage and Monitoring

This bill establishes an Interagency Committee on Soil Carbon Research to coordinate the efforts of federal agencies regarding soil carbon sequestration. The goal is to develop a strategic plan and standardized measurement methods and monitoring technologies for soil carbon. Farmers and agricultural communities will be engaged to ensure the research is rooted in on-the-ground perspectives.
Key points
Establishment of a committee led by the Office of Science and Technology Policy, involving agencies such as the USDA, EPA, and NASA.
Development of a cross-agency strategic plan and standardized measurement protocols for soil carbon sequestration monitoring.
Engagement with farmers and historically underserved groups through working groups to incorporate stakeholder perspectives.
Authorization of $10 million to carry out the research and monitoring activities described in the section.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_641
Sponsor: Rep. McClellan, Jennifer L. [D-VA-4]
Process start date: 2025-01-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Coordination for Soil Carbon Research and Monitoring Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_641.

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 2025-01-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a committee led by the Office of Science and Technology Policy, involving agencies such as the USDA, EPA, and NASA.
  • Development of a cross-agency strategic plan and standardized measurement protocols for soil carbon sequestration monitoring.
  • Engagement with farmers and historically underserved groups through working groups to incorporate stakeholder perspectives.
  • Authorization of $10 million to carry out the research and monitoring activities described in the section.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. McClellan, Jennifer L. [D-VA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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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Environment Agriculture Public Investments