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HD 3626

An Act establishing healthy soil performance guidelines

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Jessica Giannino

Summary of HD 3626: An Act establishing healthy soil performance guidelines Bill OverviewThis proposed bill, HD 3626, aims to establish statewide guidelines and standards for healt

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Bill Summary · HD 3626

Summary of HD 3626: An Act establishing healthy soil performance guidelines

Bill Overview

This proposed bill, HD 3626, aims to establish statewide guidelines and standards for healthy soil management practices. The primary intent is to promote the preservation and enhancement of soil health across agricultural, landscaping, and land development activities within the state.

Key Provisions

The bill would require the state's Department of Agricultural Resources to:

  1. Develop and publish healthy soil performance guidelines that outline best practices for maintaining and improving soil health.
  2. Establish a certification program for individuals and organizations demonstrating compliance with the healthy soil guidelines.
  3. Provide technical assistance, educational resources, and financial incentives to support the adoption of healthy soil practices.
  4. Collect data and monitor the implementation and impact of the healthy soil program.

Affected Stakeholders

The healthy soil guidelines and certification program would apply to:

  • Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural producers
  • Landscapers, gardeners, and grounds maintenance professionals
  • Land developers, construction companies, and municipal public works departments

These stakeholders would be encouraged and incentivized to adopt soil health management practices that improve soil structure, nutrient content, and microbial activity.

Timeline and Implementation

The bill specifies that the Department of Agricultural Resources must establish the healthy soil guidelines and certification program within 18 months of the bill's enactment. After this initial implementation period, the department would be required to review and update the guidelines every 5 years to incorporate new scientific research and best practices.

Overall, this legislation represents a proactive state-level initiative to promote sustainable land management practices that protect and enhance the health of the state's soil resources.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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