Congressional Soils Caucus
The Congressional Soils Caucus is a bipartisan caucus, made up of nearly 40 House members all interested in the issue of soil science. Since 2006, ASA, CSSA, and SSSA have worked with the Congressional Soils Caucus to help educate policymakers about the importance of soils and soil science. The Caucus holds educational briefings on different soil science topics including soil conservation and management, soil health, carbon sequestration, urban soils, and how soils can mitigate the impacts of natural disasters such as fires, droughts, and floods.
Mission
The mission of the Congressional Soils Caucus is to enhance understanding of the role that soil and soil science play in addressing the most pressing issues facing our nation and the world.
Learn more about what Congressional caucuses are and how they help shape policy in this CSA News article.
Goals
- Increase Congressional support for the importance of soils and soil science through communication of current issues in soil science.
- Identify soil research needs that can advance soil science and help solve problems related to world food security, natural resource and environmental protection, and sustainable land use.
- Provide input to assist in the development of farm bill programs, appropriations bills, and other legislation involving soil research and education priorities.
- Enhance interaction among policymakers, public and private organizations, federal and state agencies, and other stakeholders.
How to Join
The Congressional Soils Caucus is open to any active member of the U.S. House of Representatives. To become a member, please email Send Message.