Rules Change Proposals Process
February 28, 2025
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The National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) is currently accepting rules change proposals for the 2027 Hardwood & Cypress Lumber Grading Rules. This is your opportunity to shape the future of the hardwood industry and ensure the rules reflect the evolving needs of the market.
- March 31, 2025 – Last day to submit Rules Change Proposals.
- June 4, 2025 – NHLA Rules Committee meeting at NHLA School to discuss proposals for ballot.
- Mid-June 2025 – NHLA Rules Committee results announced.
- October 2, 2025 – Open Forum on Rules Proposals at NHLA Convention.
- December 1, 2025 – Rules ballots mailed to Active members of NHLA.
- December 31, 2025 – Poll closed and ballots counted.
- Early January 2026 – Rules vote results announced.
- January 2027 – NHLA Rules Book updated and released.
For more information and to submit your proposal, please email the NHLA Chief Inspector, Dana Spessert, at [email protected] or mail to P.O. Box 34518 Memphis, TN 38184.
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