LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY
Our Legislative Focus
The decisions made in Helena and Washington, D.C., affect Montana’s forests, timber supply, manufacturing businesses, workforce, and rural communities. The Montana Wood Products Association follows legislative and regulatory developments affecting the wood products industry, provides industry perspectives to policymakers, and keeps members informed about issues that may affect their businesses. Through legislative engagement, industry collaboration, and ongoing communication, MWPA helps connect the people making policy with the people working throughout Montana’s wood products industry.
Forest Management
Policies affecting active forest management, restoration, and forest health.
Wildfire & Resilience
Wildfire prevention, fuel reduction, and protection of forest communities.
Timber Supply
State and federal timber programs and the availability of wood fiber.
Workforce Development
Forestry education, recruitment, training, and industry careers.
Transportation & Infrastructure
Issues affecting the movement of timber, materials, and finished products.
Environmental Regulations
Regulatory developments affecting forest operations and wood manufacturing.
STAY INFORMED
Legislation We're Following
The Montana Wood Products Association monitors state and federal legislation that may affect Montana’s forests, timber supply, wood products businesses, and rural communities. Explore the bills below to learn what they address, follow their legislative progress, and access official bill information.
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Select “View Bill Details” to review the full legislation and its recorded actions.
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WORKING TOGETHER FOR MONTANA
Stay Connected. Stay Informed.
The decisions shaping Montana’s forests and wood products industry affect us all. Through advocacy, collaboration, and shared expertise, MWPA works to ensure industry perspectives are part of the conversation. Whether you’re a current member or considering joining, we invite you to stay engaged, explore our network, and help strengthen the future of Montana’s wood products industry.