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Support for Sawmills and Wood Industry: New Development Loans

This act aims to support sawmills and wood processing facilities in rural areas by offering them loan guarantees. Citizens living near forests may benefit from new job opportunities and lower costs for forest restoration projects, potentially improving the local environment.
Key points
The government will provide up to $220 million in loan guarantees for sawmills and wood processing facilities in rural areas.
Financial support is intended to help open, modernize, and expand facilities, potentially creating new jobs.
Loans are available to businesses that can help reduce the costs of vegetation removal in forest restoration projects, contributing to better management of federal lands.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2221
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Process start date: 2025-07-09
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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_S_2221.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will provide up to $220 million in loan guarantees for sawmills and wood processing facilities in rural areas.
  • Financial support is intended to help open, modernize, and expand facilities, potentially creating new jobs.
  • Loans are available to businesses that can help reduce the costs of vegetation removal in forest restoration projects, contributing to better management of federal lands.
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 Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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