HB4163: Naturally Offsetting Emissions by Managing and Implementing Tillage Strategies Act of 2023
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
Here is how to read this bill
Start with the summary
It says what the bill does in plain language. The official text is one tab over.
Check where it is
The status badge says how far it has gotten. The History tab lists every step.
Follow it
We will email you when it moves. You need a free account.
Tell someone who votes on it
Email or call the sponsor, or find your own representatives, from the actions panel.
Bill information
Summary
To amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to optimize the sequestration of carbon and the reduction of net emissions through agricultural practices, and for other purposes.
Plain-language summary
This bill would change rules under the 1985 Food Security Act to help farms reduce carbon emissions and capture carbon from the air through soil management practices. It focuses on modifying how farmers till (turn over) soil, which affects how much carbon stays in the ground versus escaping to the atmosphere. The bill aims to help agriculture fight climate change while supporting farming operations. The bill was introduced in Congress but has not yet been assigned to a or voted on.
AI-generated summary
What can I do?
It's early in the process — messages to the sponsor and your representatives carry the most weight right now.
Contact Your Representatives
Calling or emailing is the most direct way to weigh in — offices tally constituent contacts.
Find Your RepresentativesShare This Bill
Sharing helps others in your district get informed and involved.
HB4163: Naturally Offsetting Emissions by Managing and Implementing Tillage Strategies…
Upcoming hearings & events
Sponsors
Mike Gallagher
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (5)
Jared Huffman
Zachary Nunn
Michael Lawler
Marcus Molinaro
Pat Ryan