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        <text><![CDATA[ <p><b>Biochar Research Network Act of 2022</b></p> <p>This bill directs the Department of Agriculture to establish a biochar research network of not more than 20 research stations or facilities to test the impact of biochar across various soil types, application methods, and climates to learn more about its potential to benefit farmers and the environment.</p>]]></text>
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