Bills · S 2598
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2598Public Lands and Natural Resources
Forest Bioeconomy Act
INTRO JUL 31· LAST ACTION JUL 31
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses several important issues, including sustainable forest management, rural economic development, and the push for renewable energy. By finding new and profitable uses for wood, especially materials often left behind after forest thinning or wildfire prevention efforts, the bill encourages healthier forests and reduces waste. This can create new jobs and economic opportunities in rural areas that rely on the timber industry.
It also matters for the environment by promoting wood as a renewable resource for manufacturing and even as a source for sustainable aviation fuel, which could help reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and lower carbon emissions. If this bill becomes law, we could see more innovative wood products, stronger rural economies, and a cleaner energy future. If it doesn't pass, the economic potential of low-value forest materials might remain untapped, and the commercialization of Forest Service research could continue at a slower pace.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture, with the Secretary of Energy, to expand research into new uses for wood, especially materials from forest management that currently have low commercial value.
This aims to create new markets for forest products and support the production of renewable fuels, including sustainable aviation fuel.
PROVISION 02
It establishes an Office of Technology Transfer within the Forest Service, led by a Chief Commercialization Officer, to commercialize Forest Service research.
This office will help turn government research into practical applications and products that benefit the economy.
PROVISION 03
It creates a Technology Transfer Working Group within the Forest Service to coordinate commercialization efforts and provide guidance to researchers.
This group will streamline the process of moving research from labs to commercial use and educate researchers on commercialization requirements.
PROVISION 04
The bill establishes a Small Business Voucher Pilot Program, allowing small businesses to use Forest Service research facilities to accelerate product development.
This program provides direct support to small businesses, helping them innovate and bring new forest products to market more quickly.
PROVISION 05
It authorizes an appropriation of $5,000,000 for each fiscal year to support the Office of Technology Transfer and related activities.
This provides dedicated funding to ensure the new office and its mission have the necessary resources to operate and succeed.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 3
D· New Mexico
YRS IN OFFICE
17
BILLS LED
59
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 66%
DEM 1 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 31
Introduced in Senate
JUL 31
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2598
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 31, 2025
Last actionJul 31, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · AGRICULTURE, NUTRITION, AND FORESTRY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 31, 2025
Senate BillS 2598Public Lands and Natural Resources
Forest Bioeconomy Act
INTRODUCED JUL 31, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 31, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
10 min
COSPONSORS
3
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
