Bills · S 3820
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 3820Agriculture and Food
Soil CARE Act of 2026
INTRO FEB 10· LAST ACTION FEB 10
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STEP 2 / 8Introduced
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Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because healthy soil is fundamental to farming, food production, and the environment. If passed, it would update the knowledge of those who advise farmers, leading to more widespread adoption of modern soil management practices. These practices can help farmers reduce their reliance on costly inputs like fertilizers, make their farms more resilient to floods and droughts, and potentially increase their profits.
Without this bill, agricultural advisors might not consistently have access to the most current scientific understanding and practical techniques for soil health, which evolves rapidly. This could mean farmers miss out on opportunities to improve their land, contribute to climate solutions, and enhance the long-term sustainability and profitability of their operations. It addresses current concerns about environmental impacts of agriculture, climate change, and the economic viability of farming.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of Agriculture to establish and maintain a training program for Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) personnel and third-party providers.
Ensures agricultural advisors have updated knowledge to help farmers implement the latest soil health practices.
PROVISION 02
The training program will include both a nationally available online curriculum and in-person workshops offered regularly across various regions.
Provides accessible and diverse learning formats to accommodate different needs and geographies for advisors.
PROVISION 03
The development and delivery of the training program will be done through cooperative agreements with various entities possessing expertise in soil health, such as farming consultants, universities, and conservation districts.
Leverages existing practical knowledge and academic research from diverse groups to create a comprehensive training.
PROVISION 04
The Secretary must provide continuing education for relevant personnel and ensure they provide soil health education materials directly to agricultural producers.
Ensures that advisors' knowledge remains current and that up-to-date information directly reaches farmers on their land.
PROVISION 05
The curriculum must cover specific topics, including principles of soil health, transition to regenerative agriculture, organic production, diversified systems, soil biology research, and key conservation practices for climate mitigation.
Guarantees a broad and in-depth education on critical aspects of soil health and its environmental and economic impacts.
SPONSORSHIP
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D· Oregon
YRS IN OFFICE
17
BILLS LED
128
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 2 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 10
Introduced in Senate
FEB 10
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 3820
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 10, 2026
Last actionFeb 10, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · AGRICULTURE, NUTRITION, AND FORESTRY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 10, 2026
Senate BillS 3820Agriculture and Food
Soil CARE Act of 2026
INTRODUCED FEB 10, 2026· LAST ACTION FEB 10, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
2
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