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The "Future Logging Careers Act" (S 509) is a federal bill aimed at supporting and developing careers within the logging industry. While specific details are not yet available, it likely focuses on initiatives to ensure a skilled workforce for the future of logging. This legislation is currently under review by the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
This bill proposes federal initiatives to support and develop careers in the logging industry.
It primarily impacts individuals seeking or currently working in logging careers, as well as the logging industry and related communities.
Voters should care because it addresses workforce development in a key natural resource industry, potentially impacting rural economies and the supply of timber products.
Primary sponsor
James E. Risch
Every bill follows the same road. Here is how far this one has gotten — in plain English.
In committee: Being reviewed by a small group of lawmakers who specialize in this topic.
Next: the committee votes on whether it moves forward.
Stalled in committee since February 2025 — most bills never make it out of committee. Only about 3% of bills become law.
Sent to the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions committee for review.
Feb 11, 2025 · senate
No recorded votes are available for this bill yet.
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