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AFF Statement Regarding Introduction of Empowering State Forestry to Improve Forest Health Act

February 7, 2018

AFF Statement Regarding Introduction of Empowering State Forestry to Improve Forest Health Act

The American Forest Foundation and the National Association of State Foresters offered their support for Empowering State Forestry to Improve Forest Health Act of 2018, a bill introduced by Representatives Peter Welch (D-VT) and Glenn Thompson (R-PA). This bipartisan legislation would direct funding toward the highest priority forest conservation projects, resulting in measurable improvements to private and family-owned forests and nearby National Forest System lands.

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AFF Statement Regarding Release of USDA 2018 Farm Bill & Legislative Principles

January 25, 2018

AFF Statement Regarding Release of USDA 2018 Farm Bill & Legislative Principles

Following is the statement that can be attributed to Tom Martin, president and CEO of the American Forest Foundation, in regards to the release of the 2018 Farm Bill & Legislative Principles by U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Perdue.

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