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Loan Guarantees for Rural Sawmills Supporting Forest Restoration Infrastructure.

This law establishes a $220 million loan guarantee program to financially support sawmills and wood-processing facilities in rural areas. The goal is to help these businesses expand or modernize, provided their operation significantly lowers the cost of ecological restoration projects on nearby federal lands. This initiative aims to stabilize rural employment and improve the health of national forests, potentially reducing wildfire risks.
Key points
The federal government offers up to $220 million in loan guarantees for rural sawmills and wood-processing facilities.
Funding is tied to facilities located near federal lands identified as high priority for vegetation removal (forest restoration).
The program's main objective is to reduce the cost of forest health projects, such as thinning, which helps federal agencies manage public lands more efficiently.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6277
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Process start date: 2025-11-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SAWMILL Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6277.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-11-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The federal government offers up to $220 million in loan guarantees for rural sawmills and wood-processing facilities.
  • Funding is tied to facilities located near federal lands identified as high priority for vegetation removal (forest restoration).
  • The program's main objective is to reduce the cost of forest health projects, such as thinning, which helps federal agencies manage public lands more efficiently.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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