HR 2239 United States House · 119th Congress

Strengthen Wood Product Supply Chains Act of 2025

This bill amends the Lacey Act to clarify procedures for inspecting imported wood, wildlife, and plant products (like timber) detained by authorities. It requires customs officials to issue a detailed notice within 5 days of detention, specifying the reason, expected duration, and testing plans. Importers must pay storage fees and post a bond to move detained goods after 10 days, and officials must release or seize merchandise within 30 days, with clear appeal processes. The bill directly affects importers of wood products and customs enforcement officers by standardizing inspection timelines and transparency. It does not change what products are banned, only how inspections are conducted.
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Introduced Mar 18, 2025 Last action Mar 18, 2025
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Mar 18, 2025
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