STRUCTURAL WOOD GRADING ACT

SB 240, the Structural Wood Grading Act, establishes a state licensing system for grading structural wood milled in New Mexico. It requires graders (sawmill owners or employees) to complete a state program or provide equivalent credentials to receive a five-year license, and mandates written certificates for all graded wood sold in-state. These certificates must verify wood specifications like species, location, moisture content, and compliance with building codes, and replace external grade stamps for construction use. The bill directly affects New Mexico sawmills, builders, and building inspectors, ensuring locally graded wood meets state standards for housing projects without relying on out-of-state grading systems. The bill was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025.