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AF&PA Statement on Litigation Challenging California’s SB 54

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AF&PA Statement on Litigation Challenging California’s SB 54

AF&PA issued a statement latest development in CLFP v. Bonta litigation which seeks to add challenges related to California’s SB 54. California should recognize paper’s strong…
Americans Overwhelmingly Oppose SEC’s Regulation E-Delivery

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Americans Overwhelmingly Oppose SEC’s Regulation E-Delivery

Over 100,000 Americans filed comments in opposition to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposed Regulation E-Delivery
U.S. Tissue Supply Remains Strong Amid Recent Tariff Updates

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U.S. Tissue Supply Remains Strong Amid Recent Tariff Updates

Toilet paper and other tissue products are not subject to the 50% tariff on Canadian goods coming into the United States.
How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2025?

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How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2025?

In 2025, the U.S. recycled around 45 million tons of paper. The U.S. paper recycling rate was 61-65%, and the cardboard recycling rate was 70-75%. 

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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

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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

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RFS Proposals That Incentivize Whole Trees for Energy Threaten U.S. Pulp and Paper Mill Jobs

April 28, 2026
RFS Proposals That Incentivize Whole Trees for Energy Threaten U.S. Pulp and Paper Mill Jobs
AF&PA opposes proposals to expand Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) incentives to include whole trees, pulpwood and other woody biomass.
Biomass Energy

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AF&PA Releases Q1 2026 Boxboard Quarterly Report

April 24, 2026
Total Boxboard production in Q1 decreased 2% compared to Q1 2025. The boxboard operating rate was 85.7%, down 1.5 points from the same quarter last year.
Statistics
Packaging

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AF&PA Releases Q1 2026 Containerboard Quarterly Report

April 24, 2026
According to the report, total Containerboard production in Q1 2026 decreased 8% compared to the same quarter in 2025 in line with similar reductions in capacity. Operating rates remained essentially flat (-0.1 points) over the same period.
Statistics
Packaging

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AF&PA Releases March 2026 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

April 17, 2026
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in March increased 7% compared to March 2025. They were up 3% when compared to the same 3 months of 2025.
Statistics
Packaging

Press Release

AF&PA Releases March 2026 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

April 17, 2026
According to the report, total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 7% in March compared to March 2025. Total printing-writing paper inventory levels decreased 1% when compared to February 2026.
Statistics
Paper

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AF&PA Statement Following Court Decision on Oregon EPR Litigation

April 8, 2026
AF&PA Statement Following Court Decision on Oregon EPR Litigation
We are disappointed by the court’s decision denying our motion to join the challenge to Oregon’s Recycling Modernization Act. 
EPR
Recycling
Paper
Packaging

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Why Does EPR Raise Costs for American Families?

March 26, 2026
Why Does EPR Raise Costs for American Families?
EPR works like a consumption tax. It ultimately increases the overall cost of groceries, household goods and paper products. 
EPR
Recycling
Paper
Packaging

Recycling Q&A

Can You Recycle Cereal Boxes?

March 25, 2026
Can You Recycle Cereal Boxes?
Yes, you can recycle cereal boxes! They're made from paperboard, which is recyclable.
Recycling
Packaging

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AF&PA Releases February 2026 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

March 20, 2026
According to the report, total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 6% in February compared to February 2025. 
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Paper