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Washington policymaking is hitting overdrive with a flurry of executive orders. The Wall Street Journal reported that President Trump will not impose any new tariffs yet and instead issued a memo directing federal agencies to evaluate trade policies and economic relationships. Our industry has had to fight illegal trade from China and Vietnam in recent years. We look forward to working with the new administration on illegal trade practices.

But, our industry is also integrated with our partners in Canada, particularly veneer splicers and hardwood plywood manufacturers. We will be working with the administration to grow U.S. manufacturing of decorative hardwoods and leveraging our important partnerships in Canada so that we can grow together.

If you have questions or comments, contact me. I look forward to hearing from you.

Keith A. Christman, President
Decorative Hardwoods Association