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This concurrent resolution celebrates the 90th anniversary of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Soil Conservation Service, now known as the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), on April 27, 2025. The resolution highlights the agency's critical role in addressing the environmental devastation of the Dust Bowl in the 1930s by establishing a comprehensive soil conservation program. It recognizes the NRCS's ongoing mission of providing technical expertise and financial assistance to farmers, ranchers, and landowners to protect soil and water resources. The resolution emphasizes the agency's important partnerships with local conservation districts and commissions, particularly in Oklahoma, and acknowledges the significant contributions of past and present employees in promoting responsible land stewardship. By commemorating this milestone, the resolution underscores the enduring importance of conservation efforts in protecting natural resources and supporting agricultural communities.

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