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Ban on Russian and Belarusian Wood Imports, Boost for US Timber

This new law bans the import of wood and wood products from Russia and Belarus. To make up for this, it requires increasing timber harvesting on US public lands. The ban can be lifted if Russia and Belarus meet specific conditions related to Ukraine and NATO security.
Key points
Stops imports of wood and wood products from Russia and Belarus into the US.
Requires increasing timber harvesting on US public lands to replace the banned imports.
Sets conditions for lifting the import ban, linked to the situation in Ukraine and NATO security.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7437
Sponsor: Rep. Westerman, Bruce [R-AR-4]
Process start date: 2022-04-07