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Maryland’s EPR Legislation Guided by Missteps

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Maryland’s EPR Legislation Guided by Missteps

Maryland lawmakers are hastily considering SB 901, a misguided bill that introduces an EPR program for packaging and paper products and poses significant risks to the paper…
AF&PA Applauds Overdue EPA Regulatory Reconsiderations

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AF&PA Applauds Overdue EPA Regulatory Reconsiderations

We deeply appreciate the Administration recognizing that the complexity and volume of these regulations failed to balance costs and benefits, disregarded the best available…
AF&PA Responds to 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

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AF&PA Responds to 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

While we recognize the Administration’s goals of securing our borders, AF&PA remains concerned that today’s new North American tariffs have potential to seriously disrupt our…
AF&PA Responds to Section 232 Investigation on Lumber and Timber

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AF&PA Responds to Section 232 Investigation on Lumber and Timber

AF&PA will seek to work with the Administration through the 232 process, especially in regards to the Order’s mention of ‘derivative’ paper products.

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2019 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

January 17, 2020
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today released its December 2019 Packaging Papers & Specialty Packaging Monthly Report. 

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2019 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

January 17, 2020
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today released its December 2019 Printing-Writing Monthly report. 

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2019 Containerboard Monthly Report

January 17, 2020
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today released its December 2019 Containerboard Monthly Report. 

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2019 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

January 17, 2020
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today released its December 2019 Packaging Papers & Specialty Packaging Monthly Report. 

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2019 Containerboard Monthly Report

January 17, 2020
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today released its December 2019 Containerboard Monthly Report. 

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AF&PA Applauds U.S. Senate for Ratifying USMCA Trade Agreement

January 16, 2020
WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock praised the Senate for ratifying the U.S. – Mexico – Canada (USMCA) trade agreement and issued the following statement: 
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AF&PA Applauds Congressional Action for Continued Recognition of Biomass Carbon Neutrality

December 19, 2019
WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association President (AF&PA) and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement regarding Congressional passage of domestic spending legislation. Passed by the House and Senate, the bill includes language clearly stating Congress’ intent for long-term federal regulatory policy reflecting the carbon neutrality of forest-based biomass.  
Biomass Energy

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases November 2019 Containerboard Monthly Report

December 17, 2019
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the November 2019 Containerboard Monthly report on December 17. 

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AF&PA Announces Support for RECYCLE Act of 2019

November 22, 2019
WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement in support of Senators Rob Portman (R-OH) and Debbie Stabenow’s (D-MI) “Recycling Enhancements to Collection and Yield through Consumer Learning and Education (RECYCLE) Act of 2019” (S. 2941).
Recycling

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Green Bay Packaging Wins 2019 AF&PA Sustainability Award for Water

November 12, 2019
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) recognized Green Bay Packaging with the 2019 AF&PA Leadership in Sustainability Award for Water for their Water Reduction Achievements at Green Bay Mill. The award was presented at AF&PA’s annual meeting on Friday, Nov. 8 in Bluffton, South Carolina.
Sustainability
Water

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Domtar Wins 2019 AF&PA Sustainability Award for Sustainable Forest Management

November 12, 2019
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) recognized Domtar with the 2019 AF&PA Leadership in Sustainability Award for Sustainable Forest Management for their Promoting Sustainable Forest Management for Landowners project. This is the second consecutive year AF&PA has honored Domtar for their sustainability advancements.  The award was presented at AF&PA’s annual meeting on Friday, Nov. 8 in Bluffton, South Carolina.
Sustainability
Sustainable Forestry

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WestRock Wins Two 2019 AF&PA Sustainability Awards

November 12, 2019
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) recognized WestRock with two 2019 AF&PA Sustainability Awards. This is the fifth consecutive year AF&PA has honored WestRock for their sustainability advancements. The awards were presented at AF&PA’s annual meeting on Friday, Nov. 8, in Bluffton, South Carolina.
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