Forestry Protection Act of 2026

The Forestry Protection Act of 2026 aims to support domestic timber industries by reducing tariffs on finished wood products made entirely from U.S. raw materials. It requires the U.S. Customs and Border Protection to issue specific regulations within 90 days to verify that imported goods contain 100 percent American wood and to prevent fraud. Additionally, the bill mandates that the President provide at least 90 days of public notice and a 60-day comment period before imposing or changing duties on foreign wood products. These measures apply to various wood items, including lumber, plywood, and pulp, classified under specific Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes.