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HCR 1015

Resolution; celebrating the 90th anniversary of the establishment of the USDA Soil Conservation Service.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jim Grego and 1 co-sponsor

Ceremonial resolution recognizing the 90th anniversary of the USDA Soil Conservation Service and its work, urging ongoing collaboration; non-binding and symbolic.

Filed with Secretary of State
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Bill Summary · HCR 1015

Summary — HCR 1015

Title: Resolution; celebrating the 90th anniversary of the establishment of the USDA Soil Conservation Service
Bill Type: Concurrent resolution
Introduced: April 28, 2025
Primary House Author: Representative Grego
Principal Senate Author: Senator Pederson
Status: Filed with Secretary of State (enrolled and signed; final filing 2025-05-01)

Purpose and intent

HCR 1015 is a ceremonial concurrent resolution that formally recognizes and celebrates the 90th anniversary of the establishment of the United States Department of Agriculture’s Soil Conservation Service. Its intent is to honor the service’s historical contributions to soil and water conservation, recognize individuals and organizations involved in conservation work, and raise public awareness of soil conservation’s importance to agriculture, natural resources, and communities.

Key provisions

  • A formal expression of congratulations/recognition commemorating the 90th anniversary of the USDA Soil Conservation Service.
  • Acknowledgement of the Service’s role and contributions to soil and water conservation, erosion control, sustainable agriculture, and support for landowners and communities (as typically stated in such resolutions).
  • A statement encouraging continued support for conservation practices and partnerships among federal, state, local, and private stakeholders (customary for celebratory resolutions).

Note: As a concurrent resolution, HCR 1015 does not create binding law, change statutes, or appropriate funds. Its provisions are declaratory and ceremonial.

Who is affected

  • Direct legal effect: none. The resolution is non-binding and does not impose regulatory or fiscal obligations.
  • Symbolic/recognition effect: farmers, ranchers, conservation district staff, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service personnel (historically the Soil Conservation Service), state and local conservation partners, environmental and agricultural stakeholders, and the general public who benefit from or support soil conservation efforts.

Procedural history and timeline

  • 2025-04-28: Introduced; authored by Rep. Grego and Sen. Pederson (principal Senate author); considered and adopted by the originating chamber; referred for engrossment.
  • 2025-04-29 to 2025-04-30: Engrossed, signed, and forwarded to the Senate; referred for enrollment.
  • 2025-05-01: Enrolled and signed; returned to House; filed with the Secretary of State.

Impact and notes

HCR 1015 is symbolic, aimed at recognition and public awareness rather than policy change. It can help spotlight conservation achievements and may be used to encourage continued collaboration on soil and water conservation programs at federal, state, and local levels.

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

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