Hardwood Products Access and Development Program Act

HR 6880, the Hardwood Products Access and Development Program Act, authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to award competitive grants to eligible entities - including states, industry nonprofits, universities, and research institutions - to boost the domestic hardwood industry. The grants fund specific activities like research on hardwood’s carbon benefits, market promotion, consumer education, and demonstration projects showcasing hardwood’s sustainability. It allocates $5 million annually from 2024 to 2029 for these efforts, with grants requiring clear goals and expected outcomes like increased production or consumer awareness. The bill defines "domestically produced hardwood products" as those containing 90% domestic hardwood material and ensures it does not override state or tribal laws.