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Joint Statement from the American Forest & Paper Association and the Northwest Pulp & Paper Association on the Longview Tragedy

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Joint Statement from the American Forest & Paper Association and the Northwest Pulp & Paper Association on the Longview Tragedy

The following statement was issued by representatives of the American Forest & Paper Association and the Northwest Pulp & Paper Association.
Paper’s Evolving Role in American Life

Update in Brief

Paper’s Evolving Role in American Life

For 250 years, the paper industry has evolved alongside America and adapted to meet the needs of Americans. 
AF&PA Opposes Amendments to New York’s Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act

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AF&PA Opposes Amendments to New York’s Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act

AF&PA has opposed PRRIA from the outset, and the proposed amendments only worsen the bill’s fundamental flaws. The legislation continues to raise serious affordability…
AF&PA Testifies on Section 301 Investigation into Structural Excess Capacity

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AF&PA Testifies on Section 301 Investigation into Structural Excess Capacity

AF&PA testified before the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) in support of its Section 301 investigation into structural excess capacity and other non…

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AF&PA Releases May 2026 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

June 17, 2026
According to the report, total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 14% in May compared to May 2025. 
Statistics
Paper

Update in Brief

Paper’s Evolving Role in American Life

June 15, 2026
Paper’s Evolving Role in American Life
For 250 years, the paper industry has evolved alongside America and adapted to meet the needs of Americans. 
Economic Impact

Press Release

AF&PA Releases April 2026 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

June 2, 2026
According to the report, total year‑to‑date printing-writing paper shipments decreased 10% in April compared to April 2025. Total printing-writing paper inventory levels decreased 1% when compared to March 2026.
Statistics
Paper

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AF&PA Releases April 2026 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

June 2, 2026
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in April increased 5.5% compared to April 2025. They were up 4.8% when compared to the same 4 months of 2025.
Statistics
Packaging

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AF&PA Releases 66th Annual Paper Industry Capacity and Fiber Consumption Survey

May 29, 2026
Statistics

Press Release

Joint Statement from the American Forest & Paper Association and the Northwest Pulp & Paper Association on the Longview Tragedy

May 29, 2026
Joint Statement from the American Forest & Paper Association and the Northwest Pulp & Paper Association on the Longview Tragedy
The following statement was issued by representatives of the American Forest & Paper Association and the Northwest Pulp & Paper Association.

Recycling Q&A

Can You Recycle Shredded Paper?

May 18, 2026
Can You Recycle Shredded Paper?
Yes, shredded paper can be recycled. Follow local rules. Paper mills can recycle shredded paper.
Recycling
Paper

Press Release

AF&PA Testifies on Section 301 Investigation into Structural Excess Capacity

May 7, 2026
AF&PA Testifies on Section 301 Investigation into Structural Excess Capacity
AF&PA testified before the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) in support of its Section 301 investigation into structural excess capacity and other non‑market practices that can distort global paper manufacturing markets. 
International Trade
Business Impact

Press Release

AF&PA Statement on the EU’s EUDR Review: No Fixes, More Risk

May 4, 2026
AF&PA Statement on the EU’s EUDR Review: No Fixes, More Risk
The EU had a clear opportunity in this review to make EUDR workable and to honor its 2025 trade framework commitment to avoid undue harm to U.S. manufacturers. It chose not to. We urge the U.S. government to respond with urgency and hold the EU accountable to its commitments for reciprocal, fair and balanced trade.
International Trade
Business Impact

Press Release

AF&PA Opposes Amendments to New York’s Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act

May 4, 2026
AF&PA Opposes Amendments to New York’s Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act
AF&PA has opposed PRRIA from the outset, and the proposed amendments only worsen the bill’s fundamental flaws. The legislation continues to raise serious affordability concerns for New York families and businesses without delivering meaningful paper recycling benefits.
EPR
Recycling

Press Release

International Forest Product Associations Call for Targeted EUDR Simplifications Ahead of European Commission Review

May 1, 2026
International Forest Product Associations Call for Targeted EUDR Simplifications Ahead of European Commission Review
The associations warned that recent EUDR amendments benefit only EU based operators, placing unnecessary burdens on low risk, non EU supply chains. 
Business Impact
International Trade

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AF&PA Welcomes House Passage of the Farm Bill

April 30, 2026
AF&PA Welcomes House Passage of the Farm Bill
AF&PA commends the House for advancing a bipartisan Farm Bill and the leadership of House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson, as well as the work of lawmakers to move this important legislation forward. The Farm Bill plays a central role in supporting forest conservation, rural economies and a reliable fiber supply for U.S. manufacturing.
Biomass Energy
Energy & Environment