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Climate Change Resource Center 
http://bipac.net/afpa/climatetoolkit/EHS2_sm.gifThe forest products industry recognizes climate change is an issue of significant global concern. As Congress considers climate change legislation, it should protect American jobs, strengthen industry competitiveness, and recognize the critical role the forest products industry plays in addressing climate change.

Please visit Grow the Vote's Climate Change Resource Center often to find out the latest information on climate change legislation and for resources and tools to help you learn more about climate change as it specifically relates to the forest products industry.
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 http://www.bipac.net/images/take_action.gif  Take Action on Issues Important to the Forestry Industry!

  • Ask Congress to Support Passage of Rating System Neutral Green Building Legislation
  • Ask Congress to Support the U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement (CTPA)
  • Help Support Rep. Peterson’s Effort to Access Domestic Energy Supplies


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    Environmental and Industry Groups Join to Commend New U.S. Ban on Illegal Wood Imports

    House Subcommittee Votes Against Increasing U.S. Energy Supply

    Paper Industry Recognizes Outstanding Recycling Programs

    Paper Recycling Hits Record High

    AF&PA: New Ozone Rule Unjustified and Costly