Soil Conservation - As introduced, enacts the "Healthy Soil Act." - Amends TCA Title 4 and Title 43, Chapter 14.
HB 681, the "Healthy Soil Act," creates a state program within Tennessee's Department of Agriculture to support farming and land management practices that improve soil health. The bill establishes a "Healthy Soil Program" offering voluntary soil assessments, education, and grants to help farmers and ranchers adopt methods like cover cropping, no-till farming, compost application, and integrated livestock systems. It defines "healthy soil" as soil that boosts organic matter, carbon content, and water retention while providing technical assistance through local districts and USDA partners. The program aims to enhance soil productivity, profitability, and environmental benefits for agricultural landowners across Tennessee.
Bill status
failed
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 5, 2025
Last action Feb 26, 2025
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Total actions
6
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Committee
3
Feb 19, 2025
Lower · Passed
Placed on s/c cal Agriculture & Natural Resources Subcommittee for 2/26/2025
lower
Feb 10, 2025
Committee
Assigned to s/c Agriculture & Natural Resources Subcommittee
lower
Feb 6, 2025
Committee
P2C, ref. to Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee- Government Operations for Review
lower
Feb 5, 2025
Introduced
Intro., P1C.
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
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Justin Jones
DDemocratic
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