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Softwood Lumber Assessment Rate and Board Membership Rule Compliance

$129.99

Stay ahead of regulatory changes with this in-depth training on the USDA’s final rule for the Softwood Lumber Board. Learn to apply clarified assessment rates for imports and domestic shipments, accurately distinguish between nominal and net sizing, and navigate the updated Board membership criteria. This course delivers actionable guidance on compliance, exemption, and reporting requirements, helping you reduce risk and meet your legal obligations under the new standards.

In this course you will learn the following:
* Identify and apply the clarified assessment rates for softwood lumber, including the distinction between nominal and net size/count.
* Understand and implement the revised Board membership structure and eligibility requirements.
* Comply with updated exemption, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements.
* Recognize the legal and financial consequences of non-compliance with the final rule.

NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, all course purchases are for access to the course for a period of 1-year.  At the end of the one year term, the course will be set to “inactive”. 

Why This Course is Important
Without this course, you risk costly errors in assessment payments, potential non-compliance penalties, and missed opportunities for Board participation. You may also lack critical knowledge of exemption and reporting updates, putting your organization at a disadvantage.

Course Details
This is a self-paced eLearning course based on the Federal Register Document titled Softwood Lumber Board Assessment Rate Clarification and Changes to Membership.

Key regulatory references include:

Course SKU
FR-26-2219-1