Congress·In Committee·S. 1907
Plant Biostimulant Act of 2025
Plant Biostimulants: Clear Federal Definition and Updated EPA Rules
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Stalled
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Legislative Progress
Senate
Key Points
- Creates a single, clear federal definition for “plant biostimulants,” like products added to seeds, soil, or plants to help natural plant processes.
- Says plant biostimulants (including biological ones and certain bio-like synthetic ones) are not treated as “plant regulators” under pesticide law.
- Requires the Environmental Protection Agency to update its rules within 120 days after the bill becomes law so regulations match the new definitions.
- Directs the Agriculture Department to study which biostimulant types and farming practices best improve soil health and cut nutrient losses into water.
- Requires a public report to Congress within 2 years after money is first provided for the study.
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Milestones
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May 22, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
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May 22, 2025
Introduced in Senate
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Plant Biostimulant Act of 2025
Bill NumberS 1907
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
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