Committee hears split testimony on pilot lumber-grading program bill
At a May 12 Committee on Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources and Water hearing, supporters said Senate Bill 1061A could revive small sawmills and support local housing; industry groups and inspection agencies warned the bill would weaken grading standards, reduce traceability and raise public-safety and liability concerns.
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A House committee on Monday heard nearly three hours of divided testimony on Senate Bill 1061A, a proposal to authorize an Oregon State University Extension–run pilot program to train small sawmill operators to self-grade lumber for limited residential uses.
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