S. 2450: Biochar Research Network Act of 2025
A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | Senate bill (S.) |
| Originating chamber | Senate |
| Introduced | 2025-07-24 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA] |
| Policy area | Agriculture and Food |
| Cosponsors | 1 |
| Latest action | 2025-07-24 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. |
| Last updated | 2026-04-13 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-07-24):
Biochar Research Network Act of 2025
This bill directs the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) to establish a biochar research network of not more than 20 research sites or facilities to test the impact of biochar across various soil types, application methods, and climates to learn more about its potential to benefit agriculture, forestry, and the environment.
Eligible entities for the research network include (1) state agriculture and forestry experiment stations; and (2) research facilities of the ARS, the Forest Service, and the Departments of Energy, Commerce, and the Interior.
Biochar is created by heating biomass (e.g., wood, grass, and manure) in a low-oxygen environment and can be applied to soil to sequester carbon and improve soil health.
Cosponsors (1)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Martin Heinrich | D NM (original cosponsor) 2025-07-24 |
Full text & official record
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Frequently asked questions
What is S. 2450?
S. 2450 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: Biochar Research Network Act of 2025.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 2450 are available on congress.gov.
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