Congressional Soils Caucus
Put soil on the D.C. agenda
The science of soil is a foundation for our future, but members of Congress are often in the dark about the role soil health plays in their policymaking.
The Congressional Soils Caucus serves as that educational bridge. It gives House members a forum to learn about our most fundamental natural resource.
What is the Congressional Soils Caucus?
The Congressional Soils Caucus, established in 2006, is a group of House members who believe in the importance of soils and soil science.
This caucus enhances the understanding of the role that soil and soil science play through educational briefings for members of Congress and their staff.
How can you help?
This caucus has been inactive since 2022, and we need your help to garner more congressional members to join.
Representatives and their staff prioritize the voices of their own constituents. By reaching out personally, you demonstrate that soil is vital for the people they represent. Soils don't speak for themselves, but they are not without a voice.
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"Healthy soils are inseparable from a healthy country… they underpin our food, our water, and the health of our communities. The Congressional Soils Caucus enables us to continuously bring soil science education directly to members of Congress and their staff, increasing awareness and collaboration on the policy issues that impact this country and the world."
— Aaron Daigh, President
Soil Science Society of America
Past Soils Caucus hearings
Forever chemicals
Congress was briefed on microplastics and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, including where they come from, if they move through soils, and what can be done to mitigate their harm.
Floods and droughts
Congress members learned how soil can be used to reduce flood and drought risks.
Community health
Most urban soils are not contaminated, lawmakers learned in this presentation about how to clean up lead and other heavy metals on a budget.
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